Operation Wolf Returns: First Mission – Rescue Edition for PlayStation 5 (PS5) – Rail Shooter by Microids, 6-Level Campaign, 1-2 Player Co-op, Survival Mode

Operation Wolf Returns: First Mission is Microids’ modern remake of the 1987 TAITO arcade rail shooter, and the Rescue Edition is its physical boxed release for PS5. You fight a criminal organisation led by General Viper across a 6-level campaign that one or two players can play on the same console, plus a survival mode against endless waves. Microids describes it as a return to 80s action films with non-stop action. The game is rated PEGI 12 for violence, and Arabic is not among its languages.

What Operation Wolf Returns: First Mission is

Operation Wolf Returns: First Mission is a reinterpretation of Operation Wolf, the TAITO arcade game from 1987 that helped found the rail shooter genre. In a rail shooter the game moves you through each level, and your job is to aim and shoot rather than walk around freely.

Microids says players are transported back to the world of 80s action films, with gameplay focused entirely on non-stop action. The story follows a special agent fighting a new criminal organisation led by General Viper.

Microids describes a new artistic direction that stays faithful to the original. The weapons include a submachine gun, a shotgun and a grenade launcher.

Modes and co-op in Operation Wolf Returns

The campaign has 6 levels, and Microids states it can be played by one or two players. The European PlayStation Store lists 1 to 2 players with offline play, which makes it a good pick for two people on one sofa.

Beyond the campaign there is a survival mode where you hold out against endless waves of enemies. It gives the game replay value after you finish the six story levels.

Six levels is a short campaign by modern standards. This is an arcade style game built for replaying and scoring, not a long story game. Microids does not publish an average play time.

VR, the Rescue Edition and what is in the box

The game first launched in VR. Microids states that those who buy the game on PS4, PS5 or Steam will be able to enjoy both experiences, in virtual reality or traditional mode. Microids does not say whether the physical Rescue Edition disc itself includes the PS VR2 version, so we do not promise VR on this copy. If VR matters to you, message us before ordering.

Microids announced the Rescue Edition as the retail release of the non-VR game on PS4, PS5 and Nintendo Switch. It does not publish a list of extras in the box, so we do not claim any.

This is a disc, so you need a PS5 with a disc drive. The PS5 Digital Edition and PS5 Pro are sold without one, and Sony sells a separate disc drive for them.

Age rating and languages of Operation Wolf Returns

The European PlayStation Store rates the game PEGI 12 with a Violence descriptor. Shooting enemies is the whole game, so check the rating before buying for a younger child. The rating printed on our box depends on the region of the copy.

The store lists English and French voices, and on-screen text in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Korean and Chinese. Arabic is not listed.

Who Operation Wolf Returns is for, and who should not buy it

It suits fans of 80s and 90s arcade shooters, parents and children over 12 who want a two-player game on one PS5, and anyone who wants short, replayable action sessions rather than a long campaign.

Who it is not for: players who want an open-world or long story shooter, since the campaign is 6 levels. Anyone who needs Arabic, which is not listed. Families with children under 12, given the PEGI 12 rating for violence. Anyone buying it for VR, since Microids does not confirm VR on the disc. And anyone with a PS5 Digital Edition or PS5 Pro and no disc drive.

Buying Operation Wolf Returns in the UAE

At AED 99, this is a sealed physical copy of Operation Wolf Returns: First Mission Rescue Edition for PS5. We ship across the Emirates including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Ajman from locally held stock, so delivery takes days.

Our 14-day return policy applies. If the item is defective or not as described, the return is free with a full refund including shipping. If you change your mind, you cover the actual return shipping and payment fees. A damaged disc or box must be reported within 48 hours of delivery.

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Technical Specifications

• Title: Operation Wolf Returns: First Mission – Rescue Edition
• Platform: PlayStation 5, physical disc
• Genre: Rail shooter
• Publisher: Microids
• Original: Operation Wolf, TAITO arcade game, 1987
• Campaign: 6 levels
• Modes: Campaign, survival mode
• Players: 1 to 2, offline
• Age rating: PEGI 12, Violence (European PlayStation Store)
• Voice: English, French
• Text: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Chinese. No Arabic
• VR on this disc: Not confirmed by Microids
• Release date: 20 September 2023 (European PlayStation Store)
• Requires: PS5 with a disc drive

The game description, campaign, modes, weapons and the VR statement come from the official Microids announcement for the Rescue Edition. Release date, age rating, player count and languages come from the official PlayStation Store listing for Europe. Microids does not publish what the Rescue Edition box contains beyond the game, so we say so. Full details are published on the official Microids announcement for the Rescue Edition.

FAQ

Can two players play Operation Wolf Returns together?

Yes. Microids states the 6-level campaign can be played by one or two players, and the PlayStation Store lists 1 to 2 players offline.

How many levels does Operation Wolf Returns have?

6 levels in the campaign, according to Microids, plus a survival mode.

Does Operation Wolf Returns work with PS VR2?

No confirmation for this disc. Microids says PS5 buyers can enjoy VR or traditional mode, but it does not confirm VR on the physical Rescue Edition.

Does Operation Wolf Returns have Arabic language?

No. Arabic is not among the listed voice or text languages.

What age is Operation Wolf Returns suitable for?

12 and over. It is rated PEGI 12 for violence.

Is Operation Wolf Returns the original arcade game?

No. It is a modern reinterpretation of the 1987 TAITO arcade game, with a new art direction.

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