Released in 2007, *Paranoia* is a single-player shooter modification built on the *Half-Life* engine. It is available on PC (Microsoft Windows) and also has an unofficial release for the Sega Dreamcast.

In *Paranoia*, you step into the role of Major Kalashnikov, a Russian Spetsnaz officer. Your initial mission involves neutralizing terrorist threats and ensuring the safety of personnel within the Udarnik Industrial Complex. However, the game's narrative shifts as you venture into the complex's abandoned areas, where you encounter mutants and zombies. The plot thickens with the appearance of British military operatives, who reveal that the terrorists are actually mercenaries hired by the British.

Core Gameplay and Features

*Paranoia* leverages the *Half-Life* (GoldSrc) engine, enhanced with OpenGL rendering to deliver visual improvements. These enhancements include bump mapping, reflections, detailed textures, 3D graphics, 3D skyboxes, and an improved model lighting system. The modification is distributed for free.

Story and Setting

The game is set within the Udarnik Industrial Complex, initially presented as a site of terrorist activity. As the story unfolds, the setting evolves to include abandoned areas overrun with mutants and zombies, adding a layer of horror to the shooter gameplay. The narrative explores themes of military conspiracy and hidden agendas, with twists that challenge the player's initial understanding of the conflict.

What are the available platforms?

You can play *Paranoia* on PC (Microsoft Windows). There is also an unofficial release for the Sega Dreamcast.

Visual Enhancements

Thanks to the OpenGL rendering, *Paranoia* delivers a range of visual enhancements, including:

Bump mapping
Reflections
Detailed textures
3D graphics
3D skyboxes
Improved model lighting system