Genre: Third-person shooter, action-adventure
Developer: Planet Moon Studios
Publisher: LucasArts
Year: 2003
System: Microsoft Xbox
Armed and Dangerous is a third-person shooter and action-adventure game developed by Planet Moon Studios and published by LucasArts. It was released in 2003 for Microsoft Windows and Xbox platforms.
The game takes place in the fantasy world of Milola, where players assume the role of Roman, a member of the Lionhearts rebel group. The story follows their mission to steal the legendary Book of Rule. Gameplay features a combination of traditional third-person shooting mechanics alongside inventive weapons and gadgets. Notable weapons include the Land Shark Gun, which launches a rapidly growing shark underground to attack enemies, a gravity-reversing device, and a miniature black hole generator.
The narrative is delivered through humorous dialogue and cutscenes, with frequent parodies of popular media. The tone throughout the game remains light-hearted, supported by characters such as Jonesy and Q who provide comedic relief.