Operation Flashpoint: Dragon Rising

Offical Boxart

Release Date:	2009
Developer:	Codemasters
Publisher:	Codemasters
Series:	Operation Flashpoint
Platforms:	Xbox 360 Playstation 3 PC
Genre:	First-Person Shooter,

Operation Flashpoint: Dragon Rising is the official successor to Operation Flashpoint, developed by Codemasters instead of Bohemia Interactive Studio. The game revolves around a hypothetical conflict between the United States and China over the oil-rich Russian island of Skira, a fictional island based on the real life island of Kiska in the Aleutian Island chain.

A new feature in Dragon Rising is for firearms to jam when firing, requiring a press of the reload key to unjam the weapon though chances of this are realistically slim as well as changing how many firearms the player can carry, the player can carry 1 sidearm and 2 primary weapons now though "heavy" primary weapons (Such as Light Machine Guns, Rocket/Missile Launchers and the Barrett M107) are exclusive and the player will have to drop their "heavy" primary weapon to pick up another. (There is also a seperate limit of only 1 sniper rifle, attempting to pick up another will always drop the previous sniper rifle.)

The following weapons appear in the video game Operation Flashpoint: Dragon Rising:

Handguns

M-45 MEU (SOC)

The standard issue sidearm of the Marine Forces in the game is the M-45 MEU (SOC). Although accurate for the Force Recon operators in the game, it is unrealistic for the front line Marine units, who would normally be issued the Beretta M9A1. The M-45 is noticeable for it's higher recoil in contrast to the primary weapons, on account of the heavy .45 caliber bullet.

M-45 MEU (SOC) - .45 ACP.

The player holds the M-45 MEU (SOC).

The player aims the M-45 MEU (SOC).

The player reloads the M-45 MEU (SOC).

QSZ-92

The QSZ-92 appears in-game as the PLA counterpart to the M-45 MEU (SOC). Although it fires a significantly less-powerful 9x19mm round, it has a larger ammunition capacity of 15 rounds per magazine and a higher rate of fire.

QSZ-92 - 9x19mm.

The player holds the QSZ-92.

The player aims the QSZ-92.

The player reloads the QSZ-92.

Submachine Guns

Heckler & Koch MP5A4

The Heckler & Koch MP5A4 is used by USMC Snipers and Helicopter Crewman. It can be fired in semi-automatic, three-round bursts or full automatic.

Heckler & Koch MP5A4 - 9x19mm. The A4 has an additional option on the selector for '3 round burst' thus possessing four fire options - Safe, Semi Auto, 3 round burst and full auto.

The player holds the Heckler & Koch MP5A4.

The player aims the Heckler & Koch MP5A4.

The player reloads the Heckler & Koch MP5A4.

Jianshe QCQ-05

The QCQ-05 appears in-game as the PLA submachine gun. Like the Heckler & Koch MP5A4, it is used by Snipers, Helicopter Crewmen, and American POW Fireteams.

Jianshe QCQ-05 - 5.8x21mm DCV05

The player holds the QCQ-05.

The player aims the QCQ-05.

The player reloads the QCQ-05.

Assault Rifles

Colt M4A1 Carbine

Six different models of the M4A1 Carbine can be used in the game: one with standard iron sights, an "Assault" model with an M203 Grenade Launcher, a "CQB" model with an EOTech holographic sight, a "Night Ops" model with an AN/PAS-13 Thermal Scope and suppressor, a "Marksman" model with a Trijicon TA31F ACOG, and a "Stealth" model with a suppressor and M68 Aimpoint Scope. The M4A1 Carbine is primarily carried by USMC Mounted Infantrymen and Vehicle Crewmen, as well as by select SOC forces and Heavy anti-tank gunners. All but the standard models are fitted with AN/PEQ-2 IR designators and Surefire Flashlights. It can be fired semi-automatically or fully automatically.

Colt M4A1 Carbine - 5.56x45mm.

The player holds the Colt M4A1 Carbine.

The player aims the Colt M4A1 Carbine.

The player reloads the Colt M4A1 Carbine.

The player holds the Colt M4A1 Carbine (Marksman).

Aiming through the ACOG scope.

Reloading the Colt M4A1 Carbine (Marksman).

Colt M16A4

The M16A4 is the standard weapon of USMC infantrymen in-game including riflemen, engineers, medics, anti-tank gunners, and Squad leaders. Six different models of the M16A4 can be used in the game: one with standard iron sights, an "Assault" model with an M203 Grenade Launcher, a "CQB" model with an EOTech holographic sight, a "Night Ops" model with an AN/PAS-13 Thermal Scope and suppressor, a "Marksman" model with a Trijicon TA31F ACOG, and a "Stealth" model with a suppressor and M68 Aimpoint Scope.. All models are fitted with RAS rails, and all but the standard variants are equipped with AN/PEQ-2 IR designators and Surefire Flashlights. It fires in semi-automatic or three-round bursts.

M16A4 MWS (Modular Weapon System) with RAS rails installed, AN/PEQ-2 IR designator, RIS foregrip, and (replica) ACOG Scope - 5.56x45mm. This is the USMC style setup.

The six different models of the M16A4 available in the game.

The player holds the Colt M16A4.

The player aims the Colt M16A4.

The player reloads the Colt M16A4.

The player holds the Colt M16A4 (ASSAULT).

The player holds the Colt M16A4 (CQB).

The player holds the Colt M16A4 (MARKSMAN).

If the player crouches/uncrouches in the middle of the reload, it's possible to get a glitched reload where the player's hands try to return to their normal positions, causing them to clip through the gun and magazines to be changed without actually touching them.

FN SCAR-H

Two models of the FN SCAR-H, referred to as the Mk 17 Mod 0 in-game, are used in the game: a "Marksman" variant with an Trijicon TA31F ACOG and a "Night Ops" variant with an AN/PAS-13 Thermal Scope. Both variants are fitted with vertical foregrips and AN/PEQ-2 IR Designators. Like the Mk 16 Mod 0, it is used exclusively by SOC forces.

Third Generation Fabrique National SCAR-H Long Barrel - 7.62x51mm NATO.

The two variants of the FN SCAR-H "Mk 17 Mod 0" available in-game.

The player holds the FN SCAR-H.

The player reloads the FN SCAR-H.

FN SCAR-L

Two models of the FN SCAR-L, referred to as the Mk 16 Mod 0 in-game, are featured in the game: a "Stealth" variant with a suppressor and an "Assault" variant fitted with an FN40GL/Mk 13 Mod 0). Both are the 10" barrel CQC variant, and are fitted with M68 Aimpoint Scopes. They are used exclusively by USMC Special Operative Capable (SOC) personnel. The weapon can be fired in semi-automatic or full-automatic.

Third-Generation FN SCAR-L CQC - 5.56x45mm NATO.

The two models of the SCAR-L "Mk 16 Mod 0" available in-game.

The player holds the FN SCAR-L.

The player reloads the FN SCAR-L.

QBZ-95

Four models of the QBZ-95 can be used in the game: a standard rifle with no attachments and default ironsights, an "Assault" model with a Type 91 Grenade Launcher, a "Marksman" model with a 4x scope, and a "Night Ops" model with a Thermal scope.

QBZ-95 Assault Rifle - 5.8x42mm.

A list showing the different models of the QBZ-95 that are available in the game.

The player holds the QBZ-95.

The player aims the QBZ-95.

The player reloads the QBZ-95.

The player holds the QBZ-95 (ASSAULT).

The player holds the QBZ-95 (MARKSMAN).

Type 81-1

Four models of the Type 81-1 appear in-game: a standard rifle with no attachments and default iron sights, an "Assault" model with a GP-25 Grenade Launcher and default iron sights, a "Marksman" model with a 4x scope, and a "Night Ops" model with a Thermal scope and an attached flashlight. PLA Vehicle Crewmen, mounted squad leaders, Airborne troops and platoon leaders, carry it

Type 81 - 7.62x39mm.

Type 81-1 - 7.62x39mm.

The four models of the Type 81-1 in-game. Note the above image has an error: all four models have the folding stock; none use the full-length buttstock.

The player holds the Type 81.

The player aims the Type 81.

The player reloads the Type 81.

The player holds the Type 81-1 (MARKSMAN).

Machine Guns

M249-E2 SAW

The M249-E2 SAW is the standard light machine gun of the USMC in the game, it is used by both regular and special forces USMC Automatic Riflemen.

M249-E2 SAW - upgraded M249 with heat shield and full synthetic Stock - 5.56x45mm with 200 round ammo box.

The player holds the M249-E2 SAW.

The player aims the M249-E2 SAW.

The player reloads the M249-E2 SAW.

Mk 48 Mod 0

The Mk 48 Mod 0 is the General-purpose machine gun used by the USMC in the game. It is mostly, but not exclusively, used by SOC forces Medium MG Squads and strangely USMC Medium Gunners, a more accurate option for a GPMG for Regular USMC troops would be a M240 Machine Gun seen mounted on USMC tanks.

Mk 48 Mod 0 light machine gun - 7.62x51mm NATO.

The player holds the Mk 48 Mod 0.

The player aims the Mk 48 Mod 0.

The player reloads the Mk 48 Mod 0.

M240 Machine Gun

Several models of the M240 Machine Gun appear in-game: the M240C, which is mounted coaxially on the M1A2 Abrams Main Battle Tank and LAV-25 Infantry Fighting Vehicle, and the M240G, mounted on the Commander's hatch of the LAV-25, the side passenger seat of the Desert Patrol Vehicle and the bow of the Small Unit Riverine Craft (SURC).

M240G Machine Gun - 7.62x51mm NATO. The standard M240 for the USMC.

M240 Machine Gun in game.

Dillon Aero M134 Minigun

The Dillon Aero M134 Minigun is door-mounted on the USMC MH-60S Seakhawk Transport Helicopters, and are the primary armament of the AH-6J "Little Bird" ground attack helicopter.

Dillon Aero M134 with flash suppressor - 7.62x51mm NATO. These are new model M134 Miniguns or just updated GE Miniguns which are usually seen with a different spade grip mount that were used during the Vietnam War.

Dillon Aero M134 Minigun in game.

QJB-95

The QJB-95 is the standard light machine gun of the PLA in-game, mounting a 75-round drum magazine.

QJB-95 - 5.8x42mm.

The player holds the QJB-95.

The player aims the QJB-95.

The player reloads the QJB-95.

Type 67-2

The Type 67-2 appears in-game as the "Type 67-II", and is the PLA General-purpose machine gun, using a side-attached 75-round drum magazine (that falsely uses 7.62x39mm ammo). It is also mounted on the passenger seat of the Fast Attack Vehicle, right stern of the PTRB Riverine Craft, and coaxially on the Type 99 Main Battle Tank, Type 89 Tank Destroyer, Type 97 Infantry Fighting Vehicle, and Type 92 WZ551 Armoured Personnel Carrier.

Type 67-2 General Purpose Machine Gun - 7.62x54R.

The player holds the Type 67-2.

The player aims the Type 67-2.

The player reloads the Type 67-2.

Browning M2HB

The Browning M2HB is mounted on the turret of the M1025 Humvee, the Desert Patrol Vehicle, coaxially on the AAVP7A1 Amtrac and on the Commander's hatch of the M1A2 Abrams Main Battle Tank. It is also used by Marines as static.

Browning M2HB on vehicle mount - .50 BMG.

Browning M2HB in game.

QJC-88

The QJC-88 is found as static positions and mounted on the PLA Fast Attack Vehicle, the BJS2022, the PTBR Boat, the Type 89A tank Destroyer, and the Type 99 Tank.

QJC-88 - 12.7x108 mm

QJC-88 in game.

Sniper Rifles

Barrett M107

Two models of the Barrett M107 are available in the game as the "Model 82A1", used by USMC Regular and SOC Heavy Snipers: a standard rifle with a Leupold Mark 4 scope, and a "Night Ops" variant with an AN/PAS-13 Thermal Scope.

Barrett M107 long range sniper rifle - .50 BMG. Noteworthy are the holes in the lower part of the buttstock and the rail that runs along the top spine of the rifle.

The two models of the M107 available in-game. Although it's called a Model 82A1 it's modeled after the M107, note the full-length rail.

The player holds the Barrett M107.

The player aims the Barrett M107.

The player reloads the Barrett M107.

M21 Sniper Rifle

The M21 Sniper Rifle is used by USMC Regular and SOC snipers. Like the Barrett, it is fitted with a Leupold Mark 4 scope.

M21 - 7.62x51mm NATO.

The player holds the M21 Sniper Rifle.

The player aims the M21 Sniper Rifle.

The player reloads the M21 Sniper Rifle.

M99

The M99 is the PLA anti-materiel sniper rifle in the game.

M99 - 12.7x99mm.

The player holds the M99.

The player aims the M99.

The player reloads the M99.

QBU-88

The QBU-88 is the standard PLA sniper rifle in the game.

NQBU-88 - 5.8x42mm.

The player holds the QBU-88.

The player aims the QBU-88.

The player reloads the QBU-88.

Grenade Launchers

All grenades fired from grenade launchers lack the minimum arming distance when shot too close to a surface, potentially damaging other players from the explosion.

FN40GL/Mk 13 Mod 0

The FN40GL/Mk 13 Mod 0 is mounted on the FN SCAR-L rifle.

Late Model FN Mk 13 Mod 0 mounted on a Gen3 FN SCAR-L CQC - 40mm.

FN40GL/Mk 13 Mod 0 is mounted on the FN SCAR-L.

GP-25

The GP-25 is mounted on the Type 81's "Assault" Variant.

GP-25 - 40mm;

LG-1 is mounted on the Type 81.

M32 MGL

The M32 MGL is used by USMC Heavy Grenadiers. It is fitted with an Armson OEG reflex sight. This weapon is not featured in the console versions of the game, as it is only available in the mission editor and doesn't appear in the campaign/single missions included by default.

Milkor MGL Mk 1L (USMC designation "M32 MGL") in desert tan finish fitted with Armson OEG reflex sight - 40x46mm

The M32 MGL in first-person.

Aiming the MGL.

Dumping out the spent rounds...

...and inserting some fresh ones.

M203 Grenade Launcher

The M203 Grenade Launcher is mounted on the M16A4 and the M4A1 Carbine.

M16A4 - 5.56x45mm - with M203 Grenade Launcher - 40x46mm.

M203 is mounted on the Colt M16A4.

Mk 19 Grenade Launcher

The Mk 19 Grenade Launcher is mounted on the turret of the M1025 Humvee, the Stern of the Small Unit Riverine Craft (SURC) and coaxially-mounted on the AAVP7A1 Amtrac. It is also used by Marines as a static weapon.

Mk 19 Grenade Launcher in vehicle mounting - 40x53mm.

Mk 19 Grenade Launcher in game.

LG3

The LG3 automatic grenade launcher is found in fixed mounts and mounted on the BJS2022 and the left stern of the PTBR Boat.

LG3 - 40x53mm

LG3 in game.

Type 91

The Type 91 is seen attached to the "Assault" variant of the QBZ-95, and functions identically to the M203 (despite the real-life Type 91 being intended to fire 35mm less-lethal projectiles).

Type 91 grenade launcher 35mm mounted on QBZ-95 5.8x42mm

Type 91 is mounted on the QBZ-95.

Rocket/Missile Launchers

In an extremely rare case of realism, the game depicts the heavy weight of how all rocket/missile launchers are handled in the game. As all of the launchers (barring the QW-2 SAM) have a lengthy deploy animation where the player cannot move in this state. Some launchers can be reloaded (with the player using the ground to rest the launcher while reloading, instead of shouldering it in almost every video game), while others are only for one-time use. Oddly enough, firing the launchers will cause them to spew out casings as if it is a firearm, the same applies to the grenade launchers.

FGM-148 Javelin

The USMC uses the FGM-148 Javelin in-game as their heavy launcher.

FGM-148 Javelin - 127mm.

The player holds the FGM-148 Javelin.

The player aims the FGM-148 Javelin.

When deploying the launcher (or reloading it, somehow), the player attaches or de-attaches the CLU unit once the rocket is either of in need or needed to be stowed away. The game doesn't depict the CLU unit being pulled out however, as it magically appears in front of the player once it is needed.

FIM-92 Stinger

The FIM-92 Stinger appears in-game as the USMC anti-aircraft weapon. Like the Mk 153 SMAW, it is fitted with the AN/PVS-4 thermal scope.

FIM-92 Stinger - 70mm.

The player holds the FIM-92 Stinger.

The player aims the FIM-92 Stinger.

When deploying the Stinger, the user simply unfolds the IFF antenna. Unfortunately as with most video games, the battery coolant unit which is used to power the launcher is ignored entirely.

Mk 153 SMAW

The Mk 153 SMAW, fitted with an AN/PVS-4 Thermal Scope, is the standard anti-tank weapon for USMC forces in the game. It can fire both HEF and HEAT rounds.

Mk 153 Mod 0 SMAW - 83mm.

Holding the SMAW.

Aiming down the thermal scope.

Reloading the SMAW is a little more elaborate than most video game rocket launchers; the user lays the SMAW to the ground as carrying the entire launcher and reloading it off-shoulder operating as an individual would very much be troublesome in real life.

Once the old shell has been replaced, the player brings the rocket launcher to bear.

PF-98

The PF-98 "Queen Bee" is the standard portable anti-tank weapon used by the PLA in the game and in the campaign. The weapon is the counterpart of the USMC SMAW launcher. It can be used by the player and can fire either HEF or HEAT rounds.

PF-98 - 120mm.

The player holds the PF-98.

The player aims the PF-98.

Unlike its counterpart, the Queen Bee launcher takes a considerable amount of time to deploy. The animation is similar to the SMAW, lay the launcher unit to the ground, add in (or replace) the pre-loaded shell and shoulder it.

QW-2 Vanguard 2

The QW-2 Vanguard 2 is the PLA's anti-aircraft weapon in the game. It is their equivalent to the FIM-92A Stinger.

The QW-2 "Vanguard 2" shoulder-launched, surface-to-air missile - 72mm

The player holds the QW-2 Vanguard 2.

The player aims the QW-2 Vanguard 2.

RPG-7

The RPG-7 while not usable in the final game, appears in a promotional render. It is unknown if it was a placeholder or originally used by the PLA but cut (like the versions of the Type 81-1 with a full-length stock) however it does appear in Operation Flashpoint: Red River.

RPG-7 - 40mm.

The RPG-7 can be seen with on the left.

Grenades

Type 86 Hand Grenade

The Type 86 Hand Grenade is the standard grenade used by PLA Forces.

Type 86 Hand Grenade.

Wielding the Type 86 Hand Grenade

Preparing to pull the pin.

RDG-2 Smoke Grenade

The RDG-2 smoke grenade appears as the standard smoke grenade for PLA forces, it has a concealment variant and a signal variant used by Airborne troops and pilots. It is incorrectly depicted with a pin.

RDG-2 smoke grenade

Wielding the RDG-2 Smoke Grenade.

Preparing to throw the grenade.

M18 Smoke Grenade

The M18 Smoke Grenade is used by the USMC in-game.

M18 Smoke Grenade.

M18 Smoke Grenade in game.

M67 Hand Grenade

The M67 Hand Grenade is used by the USMC in-game.

M67 Fragmentation Hand Grenade.

M67 Hand Grenade in game.

Mines

Type 66 anti-personnel mine

The Chinese copy of the M18A1 Claymore anti-personnel mine is used by the PLA.

Type 66 anti-personnel mine (Chinese copy of M18A1)

M14 Anti-Personnel

The M14 anti-personnel mine is used by USMC forces in-game, although the mine itself has been out-of-service with the US Military since 1974.

M14 Anti-Personnel Mine.

M14 Anti-Personnel in game.

M18A1 Claymore

The M18A1 Claymore is also used by USMC forces.

M18A1 Claymore Anti-Personnel Mine.

M18A1 Claymore in game.

M21 Anti-Tank mine

The M21 Anti-Tank mine.

M21 Anti-Tank Mine.

M21 Anti-Tank mine in game.

TM-62 anti-tank mine

The TM-62 anti-tank mine.

TM-62 anti-tank mine.

TM-62 anti-tank mine in game.

Type 72 Anti-Personnel mine

The Type 72 Anti-Personnel Mine.

Type 72 Anti-Personnel mine.

Type 72 AP Mine in game.

Other

Unknown Mortar

Note that Mortar squads have been seen in the code and editor, but can't be used or accessed.

Unknown Mortar in game.

Weapons mounted on vehicles

AAVP7A1

AAVP7A1 in game.

AH-1Z

AH-1Z in game.

AH-6J

AH-6J in game.

BJS2022

BJS2022 with QJC-88.

BJS2022 with LG3 automatic grenade launcher.

Desert Patrol Vehicle

Desert Patrol Vehicle in game, showing its Browning M2HB.

Fast Attack Vehicle

Fast Attack Vehicle in game, mounted with a QJC-88 heavy machine gun.

LAV25

LAV25 in game.

M1A2 Abrams

M1A2 Abram in game, mounted with the Browning M2HB.

M1025 HMMWV

M1025 HMMWV mounted with the Browning M2HB.

M1025 HMMWV mounted with the Mk 19 Grenade Launcher.

MH-60S Seahawk

MH-60S Seahawk with a Dillon Aero M134 Minigun on its door position.

Mi-171V6 Ground Attack

Mi-171V6 Ground Attack in game.

PTBR Boat

PTBR Boat in game, mounted with one QJC-88 heavy machine gun on its bow, a LG3 automatic grenade launcher on its left stern, and a Type 67-2 machine gun on its right stern.

SURC Boat

SURC Boat in game, with a Mk 19 Grenade Launcher on its stern and two M240G machine guns on its bow.

SX2190 Missle Launcher

SX2190 Missle Launcher in game.

Type 89A Tank Destroyer

Type 89A Tank Destroyer in game. The QJC-88 can be seen mounted on the vehicle.

Type 92 WZ551A ACP

Type 92 WZ551A ACP in game.

Type 95 Anti-Aircraft Artillery

Type 95 Anti-Aircraft Artillery in game.

Type 97 Infantry Fighting Vehicle

Type 97 Infantry Fighting Vehicle in game.

Type 99 Tank

Type 99 Tank in game. The QJC-88 mounted machine gun can be seen in this image.

Z-10 Attack

Z-10 Attack in game.

Operation Flashpoint: Dragon Rising