What is Bodycam? Hyper-realistic FPS explained

Modified Jun 02, 2024 09:40 GMT

Two Operators in Bodycam FPS game clearing a hallway — Everything that fans need to know about Bodycam (Image via Reissad Studio)

Bodycam is an upcoming hyper-realistic first-person shooter from Reissad Studio. In the era of realistic shooter experiences, it takes things to a completely new level. The developers describe the upcoming game as "the first ultra-realistic multiplayer," and this shows in the gameplay footage they have shared. The entire game is from the perspective of a body cam. Thanks to the new graphical tech of the Unreal Engine 5, it looks absolutely stunning and almost too real.

You would be surprised to know that the shooter is being worked on by only two developers. Their primary goal is to deliver a photorealistic and immersive gaming experience to fans that's unlike anything the industry has seen before.

Bodycam will officially launch in Early Access on June 7, 2024. That said, if you wish to give the game a shot right now, you are in luck. At the time of writing, a limited Playtest is underway. You can test it out before it opens to the public.

Check out the section below to know how you can join this limited-time Playtest and more about the PC hardware you will require to get the game running.

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How to participate in the Bodycam Playtest on Steam

To participate in the Bodycam Playtest on Steam, follow the steps mentioned below:

Log in to your Steam account.
Head over to the Store section.
Look up "Bodycam" using the search feature. (App ID: 2406770)
Click on the game's official Steam page.
Scroll down below and you will find the option to join the Playtest.
Click on 'Request Access'.

That's it. Now all you have to do is wait for the developers to accept your request. Once they do, you will be able to jump straight into the game. However, it is worth noting here that the game is in its Early Access phase, so you can expect bugs and glitches.

Since graphical realism is the goal, the game can be quite taxing on PC hardware. The developers went above and beyond to deliver a hyper-realistic graphical and audio experience from a first-person perspective. But this comes at a cost since the system requirements to get the game running well are quite advanced.

Check below if you'll be able to play Bodycam on your Windows PC.