Police Chief Guides
Strategy guides, codes, and PC play resources.
Game Information
Police Chief is a strategic simulation game where players manage a law enforcement precinct to combat rising urban crime. This guide hub provides detailed information on building facilities, recruiting elite officers, managing inmate populations, and resolving complex criminal investigations effectively.
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Police Chief Strategy Guide Hub
Start Here
Three broad guides that give you a practical starting point before you go deeper into a particular system.
START HERESet Up Your First PrecinctStart your Police Chief career by clearing room clutter, setting up basic computer desks, and finishing initial administrative paperwork for income.
FIELD OPERATIONSDispatch Units and Make ArrestsIn Police Chief, manually dispatch patrol units, match officer attributes to suspect counts, and clear crime scenes to keep your city secure.
CORE STRATEGYManage Precincts and Reduce CrimeThis authoritative Police Chief guide provides expert strategies for managing your precinct, training officers, and lowering urban crime rates.Explore Police Chief by Topic
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Precinct Setup & Layout
Build an efficient station by clearing debris, placing workstations, and preventing workflow bottlenecks.

Staffing & Shift Management
Recruit, assign, and rotate officers to maintain coverage while controlling fatigue and staffing costs.

Fleet & Vehicle Management
Maintain patrol vehicles, expand the fleet, and keep repairs and operating costs under control.

Arrests, Booking & Prisoner Transport
Handle suspects from arrest through booking and transport while keeping cells and station workflows clear.

Traffic Enforcement & Radar
Use speed guns and radar units to process traffic violations and generate reliable precinct income.

Leadership, Reviews & Public Trust
Manage leadership changes, political reviews, and public messaging to protect precinct stability and reputation.