: The soundtrack and gunfire sound effects are praised for maintaining the atmosphere of the series.
: Players can side with the DEA to dismantle the Medellín Cartel alongside Steve Murphy, or join the Narcos to expand the empire under El Patrón. Narcos: Rise of the Cartels
Critics and players generally highlight the following aspects: : The soundtrack and gunfire sound effects are
: Available on PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. Narcos: Rise of the Cartels
: A typical "Main Story" playthrough averages roughly 31.5 hours , while completionists may finish in about 24 hours depending on playstyle.
: Reviewers from ThisGenGaming note it is a solid entry-level strategy title, though it lacks the extreme depth found in series like XCOM .