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OPERATION WOLF RETURNS: FIRST MISSION (Switch)

OPERATION WOLF RETURNS: FIRST MISSION (Switch)

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  • Lowest price today: $19.99 at GameStop (checked Nov 11, 2026).
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Our take on the OPERATION WOLF RETURNS: FIRST MISSION (Switch)

Operation Wolf Returns: First Mission is a 2023 revival of the 1987 arcade light-gun shooter, rebuilt for the Switch as a first-person rail shooter. You aim with the Joy-Con pointer or the touchscreen and mow down waves of enemies across short, arcade-style stages, with a second player able to join locally. It is a brief, score-chasing nostalgia piece rather than a deep campaign, and it sits well below modern shooters like Splatoon or Doom in scope and polish. Reviewers and owners describe it as a cheap-feeling but mildly fun throwback that is best in short sessions or with a friend.

Best forArcade shooter fans who remember the originalShort pick-up-and-play sessionsLocal two-player co-opPlayers who prefer motion aiming over stick aiming
Pros
  • Faithful arcade rail-shooter structure
  • Joy-Con pointer and touchscreen aiming options
  • Local two-player mode
  • Short stages that suit quick sessions
  • Simple controls that are easy to pick up
Cons
  • Very short campaign
  • Repetitive enemy waves and level design
  • Dated visuals and animation
  • Pointer aiming can feel imprecise
  • Little content beyond the main run

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OPERATION WOLF RETURNS: FIRST MISSION (Switch) price history

Lowest price we've seen: $19.99 on Nov 11 at GameStop. Tracked across 4 stores since Nov 11.

What reviewers say

Reception is mixed to negative. Reviewers call it a thin, dated rail shooter that leans on nostalgia, while some owners enjoy it as a light arcade distraction, especially in co-op.

What people mention
  • LengthCriticisedReviewers say the campaign is over quickly and offers little reason to replay.
  • RepetitionCriticisedEnemy waves and stage layouts repeat, making the action feel monotonous.
  • AimingMixedPointer and touch aiming work but motion controls are described as imprecise.
  • Co-opPraisedOwners say the local two-player mode is the most enjoyable way to play.
  • VisualsCriticisedReviewers call the graphics and animation dated and low-budget.

About the OPERATION WOLF RETURNS: FIRST MISSION (Switch)

Operation Wolf Returns: First Mission is an action game for Nintendo Switch. It was published by Microids and released in 2023.

The game is rated Everyone 10+ by the ESRB. It is a full game, not an add-on.

Platform
Nintendo Switch
Genre
Action
Publisher
Microids
Release year
2023
ESRB rating
Everyone 10+
Add-on
No

Specifications

Game Type
GameSource
ESRB Rating
Everyone 10+Source
Release Year
2023Source
Number of Players Offline (Max)
2Source

Questions and answers

Is this a remake of the original Operation Wolf?
It is a new game inspired by the 1987 arcade shooter, not a direct remake. It keeps the first-person rail-shooter format and adds modern controls and co-op.
Can two people play on one Switch?
Yes. It supports two players offline on a single console, with each using a Joy-Con.
How do you aim?
You can aim with Joy-Con motion pointing or with the touchscreen in handheld mode. Stick aiming is not the focus.
How long is the game?
It is short. Most players finish the campaign in a few hours, and there is limited extra content after that.
Does it support online play?
No. The game is single-player and local co-op only, with no online multiplayer.
Is it suitable for younger players?
It carries an Everyone 10+ rating for cartoon violence. The shooting is arcade-style and not graphic.
Where is the OPERATION WOLF RETURNS: FIRST MISSION (Switch) cheapest?
At GameStop, for $19.99, 56% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the OPERATION WOLF RETURNS: FIRST MISSION (Switch)?
4 stores we checked sell it, including GameStop, Newegg, Best Buy, Antonline.

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Genre
ActionSource
Publisher
MicroidsSource
Game Modes
SingleplayerSource