The Occupation is a first-person, fixed-time, investigative thriller set in North-West England on 24th October, 1987. The game begins at 3:27 pm when an attack has left 23 people dead and has become a catalyst for the creation of The Union Act, which threatens the civil liberties of the British population. In the game, you play as a reporter who must make decisions based on the evidence surrounding you to determine the outcome of the act and the future of the country.

The game's events happen in real-time, and you have only four hours to complete your investigation. You must explore the environment, interview people, and collect evidence to reveal the truth behind the attack. The Occupation is a thrilling game that challenges you to weigh the cost of extreme actions against the cause of the greater good. The game's graphics and sound design are excellent, and the real-time aspect adds to the tension and excitement of the game.