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Operation Hardcore

Also known as Operation Hardcore, oh, operation hardcore

Operation Hardcore is an action-packed 2D side-scrolling shooter inspired by classic twitchy action games of yesteryear, but with modern touches and conveniences.

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16 May 2026

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AnnouncementPublished 21 Feb 2021

Badass Bravado beta

I'm pleased to announce the first beta build in the Badass Bravado update! Build 111 includes the following: Faster player projectiles Proper pixel art animations for many of the VFX (player foot impact, fire, explosion…

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November 2020
Operation Hardcore v2.0: Badass BravadoGreetings! With my current project nearing completion, it's time to start thinking about what I'll work on next. As some of you may know, Operation Hardcore was my first commercial release, and arguably, my most success…Announcementv2.05 changesMapsGameplay29 Nov 2020
May 2020
Essentials Build now live!The Essentials Build is now live! This brings the game up to date with the Switch version, plus a few extras. It's mostly quality of life stuff, but I've also made it a bit easier to access some content as well (super s…Announcement6 changesGameplayUI/audio23 May 2020
Essentials Build: betaHey folks, it's been a while! I've prepared a new build that brings the game up to date with the Switch version, plus a few extras. It's mostly quality of life stuff, but I've also made it a bit easier to access some co…Announcement8 changesGameplayUI/audio02 May 2020
December 2019
Introducing: Super Rocket Ride!I'm pleased to announce my latest game, Super Rocket Ride! It can best be described as a cross between old school lander games and classic platformers of the SNES era: a simple control scheme, lush pixel art, and unforg…Announcement21 Dec 2019
June 2019
Brainmelter Deluxe goes mobileHi guys, just a quick note to let you know that I'm working on a version of Brainmelter Deluxe for Android. If this sounds like something that may be of interest to you can pre-register here, or stop by the Discord to r…Announcement1 changeCompatibility25 Jun 2019
May 2019
Hi folks, First off, I just wanted to say thank you to everyone who's picked up the game! Operation Hardcore has been my best-selling game so far, and I really do appreciate the support. I also wanted to let you know ab…3 changesGameplayUI/audioStore30 May 2019
March 2019
Adam from Cosmocat here. I'm happy to announce our newest game, Brainmelter Deluxe! Brainmelter Deluxe is a challenging, reflex-based platform game with a (literal) twist: the level rotates 90 degrees when you jump. Gam…Patch notes30 Mar 2019
July 2018
Hello worldsHey guys, Adam from Cosmocat here. I'm excited to announce our newest game: Cosmic Ray! Cosmic Ray is a game about exploring space in search of hospitable planets for colonization. It's pretty easy to pick up--dare I sa…Announcement1 changeCompatibility20 Jul 2018
June 2018
Now available for Switch!We’re excited to announce that Operation Hardcore is now available for the Nintendo Switch! Head on over to the Switch eShop to grab your copy! Also note that we'll be running some giveaways over on our Discord server i…Announcement1 changeServer25 Jun 2018
April 2018
Coming soon to Nintendo Switch!We're pleased to announce that Operation Hardcore will be coming to Nintendo Switch, courtesy of our friends at Greenlight Games. Stay tuned for more information!Announcement1 changeGameplay28 Apr 2018
September 2017
Hi everyone, We're pleased to announce the upcoming release of our next game: Undermine ! Undermine offers a unique twist on the survival horror genre, featuring procedurally generated levels and roguelike elements. As…1 changeStore09 Sept 2017

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