Rebel Cops in IOS

Strategy

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Our Expert Score

87/100

Rebel Cops is a gritty, high-stakes tactical spin-off from the 'This Is the Police' universe that translates perfectly to mobile. It strips away the management fluff and focuses entirely on tense, turn-based operations. The 'no health bars' mechanic is a revelation—it means every single move is life-or-death. If one of your cops gets shot, they bleed out quickly, forcing you to make agonizing choices between completing the mission or saving your squad.

The game excels at providing tactical variety. You can go in guns blazing, but the real satisfaction comes from the stealth approach—quietly taking down Zuev's goons and hiding the bodies. The addition of sandbox-style levels with open exploration adds a welcome change of pace from the more linear missions. It’s a challenging, atmosphere-heavy strategy game that rewards patience, planning, and a strong moral compass in a world where reputation is more valuable than money.

Dinsun reviewed on: Wed Feb 26 2025

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 1.5Tue May 19 2020

Added support for iCloud

Changed the sniper handling so that it should be more clear how to use him

Added shadow setting "max" for a better quality of the shadows (default setting is "low" though)

Other small tweaks and bug fixes


You’re not exactly the police, but you're the only ones on the side of justice

Viktor Zuev, a sadistic crime boss new on the scene, has quickly taken the town of Ripton by the throat. The community's leaders and even the local police have surrendered to his will. A master of intimidation and blackmail, Zuev has seized every major business in town, all of which he now controls as his own private fiefdom. But an outlaw band of renegade cops refuses to bow. With little hope of success, they fight on -- for justice and the soul of their town.

Gunfights are thrilling, but stealth is key

You're fighting a guerilla war, out-manned and out-gunned. Use concealment and cover, approach the enemy quietly, and take them down before they can raise the alarm. You have at your disposal an arsenal of non-lethal weapons and equipment, as well as special tactical perks, which you can unlock as you upgrade your rebels. True, sometimes violence seems inevitable, but when the time comes, don't hesitate: neither you nor the criminals have health bars. When someone is shot, they'll bleed out quickly.

Explore, scavenge, and watch your back

Rebel Cops features not only compact operations where you need to fight for every inch of ground, but also large open locations to explore -- the sandbox levels. Search each room, crack open safes and vaults, try to get into inaccessible areas -- and grab everything that looks useful. Stay together and proceed with caution, or accept the risks, fan-out, and try to explore every corner.

Take the high road, or the low road

Zuev's mercilessness is the key to his power. Can you defeat him without playing by his rules? Will you answer the needs of the desperate townspeople, even if it means putting the whole operation at risk? Will you spare civilian guards who are only doing their jobs? Some say that in war, you have to do whatever it takes to survive, but remember: reputation is more valuable than money. Bad blood on the street can easily put your good name in the mud. Merchants will refuse to do business with you, and even some of your own people might turn their backs on you.

Features:

● PLAY WITHOUT ADS!

● Tactical „This Is the Police“ spin-off.

● Focus on turned-based tactical operations.

● How long you can hold out when you’re constantly short on supplies?

● No health bars – a single shot can cost a cop their life.

● Be stealthy, be quick, and use your arsenal to full effect.

● Can you defeat the mob without playing by their rules?

Supported languages: EN, FR, IT, DE, ES, PT, JA, KO, PL, RU, ZH-CN

Thank you for playing ‘Rebel Cops’!

© HandyGames


Requires iOS 13.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

You’re not exactly the police, but you're the only ones on the side of justice

Viktor Zuev, a sadistic crime boss new on the scene, has quickly taken the town of Ripton by the throat. The community's leaders and even the local police have surrendered to his will. A master of intimidation and blackmail, Zuev has seized every major business in town, all of which he now controls as his own private fiefdom. But an outlaw band of renegade cops refuses to bow. With little hope of success, they fight on -- for justice and the soul of their town.

Gunfights are thrilling, but stealth is key

You're fighting a guerilla war, out-manned and out-gunned. Use concealment and cover, approach the enemy quietly, and take them down before they can raise the alarm. You have at your disposal an arsenal of non-lethal weapons and equipment, as well as special tactical perks, which you can unlock as you upgrade your rebels. True, sometimes violence seems inevitable, but when the time comes, don't hesitate: neither you nor the criminals have health bars. When someone is shot, they'll bleed out quickly.

Explore, scavenge, and watch your back

Rebel Cops features not only compact operations where you need to fight for every inch of ground, but also large open locations to explore -- the sandbox levels. Search each room, crack open safes and vaults, try to get into inaccessible areas -- and grab everything that looks useful. Stay together and proceed with caution, or accept the risks, fan-out, and try to explore every corner.

Take the high road, or the low road

Zuev's mercilessness is the key to his power. Can you defeat him without playing by his rules? Will you answer the needs of the desperate townspeople, even if it means putting the whole operation at risk? Will you spare civilian guards who are only doing their jobs? Some say that in war, you have to do whatever it takes to survive, but remember: reputation is more valuable than money. Bad blood on the street can easily put your good name in the mud. Merchants will refuse to do business with you, and even some of your own people might turn their backs on you.

Features:

● PLAY WITHOUT ADS!

● Tactical „This Is the Police“ spin-off.

● Focus on turned-based tactical operations.

● How long you can hold out when you’re constantly short on supplies?

● No health bars – a single shot can cost a cop their life.

● Be stealthy, be quick, and use your arsenal to full effect.

● Can you defeat the mob without playing by their rules?

Supported languages: EN, FR, IT, DE, ES, PT, JA, KO, PL, RU, ZH-CN

Thank you for playing ‘Rebel Cops’!

© HandyGames


Ratings & Reviews

4.3 out of 5 with 33 Counts
Age Rating 16+

Screenshots

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Rebel Cops is a tactical turn-based spin-off from the acclaimed 'This Is the Police.' Lead a band of outlaw cops in a guerrilla war against a sadistic crime boss. With no health bars, a single bullet can end a life, making every decision critical. Use an arsenal of non-lethal equipment and stealth to outmaneuver a superior force, or engage in high-stakes gunfights. Explore large sandbox levels, manage scarce supplies, and protect your reputation to win the support of the townspeople.

Features

1

Hardcore turn-based tactical combat

2

Lethal realism: no health bars, one-shot kills

3

Deep stealth mechanics and non-lethal options

4

Large, open sandbox levels for exploration

5

Reputation-based gameplay affecting your standing

Tips

Promotion Videos

Rebel Cops // Official Mobile Trailer - YouTube

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News on this game

Rebel Cops, the high-intensity vigilante justice strategy game, blasts onto iOS and Android today

Rebel Cops is a high-intensity strategy game that sees you going up against a ruthless crime lord controlling your hometown of Ripton.

Pocket Gamer - Sat Nov 28 2020

The console game Rebel Cops is coming to iPhones

Lately, we've been hit with one great adventure game after another, and the developers certainly don't spare us with this genre.

Letem světem Applem - Sun Jun 28 2020

Rebel Cops, a spin-off to This is the Police, is heading for iOS and Android

HandyGames, the creators of tactical adventure game This is the Police are back with a spin-off from that series. Rebel Cops will eschew all...

Pocket Gamer - Sun Jun 28 2020

‘This Is The Police’ Tactical Spin-Off ‘Rebel Cops’ Is Coming Soon to iOS and Android from HandyGames

HandyGames has announced a mobile port of Rebel Cops that is a tactical spin-off to the This Is The Police series.

TouchArcade - Sun Jun 28 2020

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