ShooterofIO 1: Modern Ops

For the game released in 2019, see ShooterofIO: Modern Ops.

***ShooterofIO 1: Modern Ops*** is a first-person shooter video game developed by SOI Studios for the Xbox 360, Playstation 3, and Microsoft Windows. The game was officially confirmed by Monsteristic in 2006 and released on October 18, 2008. Monsteristic published the title which also serves as the first game in the *ShooterofIO* franchise and first game in the *Modern Ops* sub-series.

SOI Studios announced that they began development on the game in early 2005. *Modern Ops* expands on what a first-person shooter video game can do with the power of the Unity Engine.

Two sequels have been released, ShooterofIO: Modern Ops 2 (2010) and ShooterofIO: Modern Ops 3 (2013).

## Development

### Announcement

*ShooterofIO 1: Modern Ops* had its first official confirmation in December 2005. In a post released by Monsteristic, stating, that SOI Studios is developing a first-person shooter game slated to release in 2008. They also announced that it would take a few things from the popular game*, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare*, which caused fans to become excited about how this game would become a huge success in the gaming industry.

Throughout December 2007, SOI Studios released many tiny videos of some war in some unclassified location. On April 30, 2008, SOI Studios announced that *Modern Ops* would be revealed on May 15, 2008 and officially confirmed the projects title. On May 15, 2008, SOI Studios released the Reveal Trailer to their social media platforms. On August 30, 2008 they released the Multiplayer Reveal Trailer. On September 15, 2008 they released the Gameplay Launch Trailer.

When talking about making decisions on making a interactive Campaign mode, SOI Studios confirmed that they wanted to ensure the Campaign felt connected and interactive in all areas of the mode. SOI Studios also confirmed that the Campaign mode was developed with the intention of it being cinematic.

Regarding a potential third gamemode, SOI Studios said they have no plans to release any third mode as they focused all their efforts into the Campaign, Multiplayer, and the all new Headquarters area that all players can experience. During a interview, they announced that they will be releasing four Map Packs that will add to the game in many different ways. In a article released soon after that interview, SOI Studios confirmed new weapons and perks might be released at the same time the Map Packs release.

SOI Studios during a different interview talked about making a interconnected gameplay in Multiplayer. SOI Studios confirmed that post-launch content would be bigger.

When asked about how they developed the Headquarters, they said they wanted a all-in-one place to play Multiplayer and experience the next generation of any first-person shooter video game. They added, "it's a great system! Because when we add to our game, the headquarters is expanded upon. When a new game releases, the headquarters is expanded upon. It's that type of feature that we're dreaming of, and that is what the headquarters is going to be."

On May 2, 2009, SOI Studios revealed the first Map Pack, titled *The Reckoning*, that featured five weapons, two perks, and a killstreak for all players. Players who purchase the Map Pack, gain accesss to three new maps for Multiplayer. In a seperate blog post, the studio revaeled that the Headquarters would get a few new areas that grant a few new mini-games and activities.

## Headquarters

*Main article: Headquarters*
*"The interactive hub of all of ShooterofIO 1: Modern Ops and future experiences! Hang out with friends and play mini-games to earn additional rewards!"*
―Official Description
The **Headquarters** is a feature in *ShooterofIO 1: Modern Ops*. Players can access it through the menus with two options (Campaign & Headquarters). Players must go through the Headquarters in order to play the Multiplayer mode. In the Headquarters, players can purchase bundles is in the Headquarters. The NPC is located in the center of the map in a tent. Also, an exclusive mode is available in the area. Face Off is a player vs. player experience in teams of one. Players who play this get given a random weapon and must face off against the other person. First person to 5 points wins the round. 3 rounds in total.

## Campaign

### Overview

*ShooterofIO 1: Modern Ops* focuses on the actions of a squad from 2008 to 2009, but it also touches on events from 1998 through to 2001. It takes place in many places around the world, but mainly focuses on the fictional city of Power City.

The story follows Noah Mad, who joins the Red Army of Power City to help protect their country.

### Gameplay

*ShooterofIO 1: Modern Ops* campaign features a health system that forces players to play tactically and without mistakes. Dying in any mission forces the player to start from the very start of that mission. Health does not automatically recover in the gamemode, so players will be able to find health packs across all the missions you play.

## Multiplayer

### Overview

*ShooterofIO 1:* *Modern Ops* features fluid movement with more than you think. It also features similar server support to that of many other popular games. Also, the game features a special social place, the Headquarters, which is the area you must go to in order to play Multiplayer.

The game features a set of characters known as Specialists. Each Specialist feature a unique perk to change up the gameplay for each players playstyle. The game offers a new level of online action across a variety of new weaponry, maps and modes. With the Pick 10 Create-a-Class system – and when combined with the Gear category – gameplay is more customizable than ever, giving players choice over how to power up their Specialists. Combined with the ability to unlock devastating Scorestreaks along the way, players will have the opportunity to be dangerous alone, or unstoppable as a team.

## Marketing

### Teasers

Throughout December 2007, SOI Studios released many tiny videos of some war in some unclassified location.

### Reveal

On May 15, 2008, SOI Studios released the Reveal Trailer to their social media platforms. On August 30, 2008 they released the Multiplayer Reveal Trailer. On September 15, 2008 they released the Gameplay Launch Trailer.

## Editions

### Normal Edition

The normal edition costs $60.

* *ShooterofIO 1: Modern Ops* game
* Custom In-Game Tactical Knife (Digital pre-order only)
* XRK Weapons Pack (Digital pre-order only)

### Fantasy Edition

The Fantasy Edition costs $100.

* *ShooterofIO 1: Modern Ops* game
* Custom In-Game Tactical Knife (Digital pre-order only)
* XRK Weapons Pack (Digital pre-order only)
* Custom weapon skin for all Primary weapons in *ShooterofIO 1: Modern Ops*

## Reception

The game recieved generally positive reviews from public review sites.

## Trivia

* This was the first game to be completely remade by Mob.

## References

1. ↑ SOI Studios' official blog stated a game was in production in early 2005.
2. ↑ Monsteristic announced what engine SOI Studios are using for their current project.
3. ↑ Monsteristic released a post announcing the type of game SOI Studios is making.
4. ↑ SOI Studios announced that they're making some things like COD 4: MW.
5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 Revealing the first few teasers.
6. ↑ SOI Studios officially revealed the games title on May 15, 2008.
7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 Reveal Trailer | ShooterofIO 1: Modern Ops (Trailer on YT)
8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 Multiplayer Reveal Trailer | ShooterofIO 1: Modern Ops (Trailer on YT)
9. ↑ 9.0 9.1 Face Off Reveal Trailer | ShooterofIO 1: Modern Ops (Trailer on YT)
10. ↑ Interview with SOI Studios on launch
11. ↑ SOI Studios on about a third mode
12. ↑ Map Packs confirmed during a interview with SOI Studios
13. ↑ teaser of potential new perks and weapons coming in the post-launch.
14. ↑ Multiplayer Interview - SOI Studios
15. ↑ 15.0 15.1 Interview Regarding the Headquarters
16. ↑ The Reckoning Trailer | ShooterofIO 1: Modern Ops – this video on YT gave indepth review of all content in this Map Pack
17. ↑ blog reveal for The Reckoning DLC
18. ↑ Review Sites are mainly positive.