
Sleeping Dogs
United Front Games · Square Enix
As Wei Shen, an undercover cop trying to take down the Triads, you'll have to fight your way up the organization without blowing your cover.
Year 3
Aug 16, 2014 - Aug 16, 2015
Triad Wars was announced on September 23, 2014, as a follow-up to *Sleeping Dogs*, set in Hong Kong and resembling a traditional MMO. This announcement included details on gameplay mechanics and combat features that would carry over from *Sleeping Dogs*.
- New Game Announcement: *Triad Wars* launched as a follow-up title, expanding the *Sleeping Dogs* universe.
- Players would manage their turf and select criminal activities like smuggling and counterfeiting.
- The combat system from *Sleeping Dogs* would be integrated into *Triad Wars*.
- Beta Access: Closed beta registrations for *Triad Wars* opened on the same day as the announcement, inviting players to get an early look at the game.
Year 2
Aug 16, 2013 - Aug 16, 2014
Sleeping Dogs: Definitive Edition was announced on August 11, 2014, bundling all 24 pieces of DLC and enhancing graphics, gameplay, audio, and visual fidelity. This release marked a significant upgrade for players looking to revisit the game with improvements based on community feedback.
- Gameplay Tuning: The Definitive Edition included gameplay adjustments based on fan feedback to enhance the overall experience.
- Graphics Upgrade: The graphics received a major upgrade, exceeding the capabilities of previous generation consoles, offering a visually enhanced experience.
- Increased Audio Fidelity: The audio fidelity was improved, providing players with a better auditory experience while exploring the game world.
Year 1
Aug 16, 2012 - Aug 16, 2013
Year of the Snake DLC launched on March 12, 2013, introducing six new missions set after the original story, marking a significant content expansion for *Sleeping Dogs*. Additionally, players received the Wheels of Fury DLC on February 26, 2013, which added the DZS-90 supercar and five missions, alongside the Law Enforcer Pack that introduced new outfits and vehicles.
- New Missions:
- The SWAT Pack added 20 new cop missions on September 21, 2012, allowing players to engage in street justice.
- The Street Racer Pack introduced racing missions on the same date, expanding gameplay options.
- The Zodiac Tournament DLC released on December 19, 2012, brought new fighting styles, combatants, and collectibles.
- DLC Packs:
- The Nightmare in North Point DLC launched on October 30, 2012, featuring supernatural enemies like hopping vampires.
- The Gangland Style Pack on November 27, 2012, included alternate costumes and tattoos for protagonist Wei Shen.
- Other notable packs included the Movie Master Pack and Monkey King Pack, both released on January 29, 2013, offering unique outfits and weapons.
- Modding Enhancements:
- The First-Person Perspective Mod and TrackIR Support were introduced on September 10, 2012, enhancing immersion and camera control.
- UI/UX Improvements:
- A series of updates on August 30, 2012, improved mouse sensitivity, added new input options, and refined navigation, enhancing the overall user experience.
- Performance and Stability:
- Improvements were made to CPU timing and stability on August 30, 2012, addressing issues that could lead to gameplay disruptions.