Sleeping Dogs: Definitive Edition | Clearing out the club and becoming a street race champion

Gameplay Part 2

The Definitive Edition of the critically acclaimed, award winning open-world action adventure, Sleeping Dogs, is reworked, rebuilt and re-mastered for the new generation. All 24 previously available DLC extensions have been integrated into the game, including the story-extending episode Year of the Snake and the horror-themed Nightmare in North Point. Alongside a wealth of new technological, audio and visual improvements, Hong Kong has never felt so alive.

A vibrant, neon city teaming with life, Hong Kong’s exotic locations and busy streets and markets hide one of the most powerful and dangerous criminal organizations in the world: the notorious Triads. Play as Wei Shen – the highly skilled undercover cop trying to take down the Triads from the inside out. You'll have to prove yourself worthy as you fight your way up the organization, taking part in brutal criminal activities without blowing your cover.

In this playthrough we cover:

Main Story Missions:

Club Bam Bam:
Wei storms Club Bam Bam, after a bought of persuasion and karaoke, to send a message to Dogeyes, fighting through bouncers and gangsters before confronting Benny, Dogeyes’ right-hand man. Inside the neon-soaked nightclub, players experience brutal hand-to-hand combat and environmental takedowns, using everything from speakers to fish tanks. Benny is forced to pledge loyalty to Winston, tightening Wei’s grip on the Sun On Yee.

Meet Winston:
Wei is invited to Winston’s family dinner, where he formally meets Winston’s mother and fiancée, Peggy Li. The mission emphasizes Wei’s growing trust within the Chu family and shows his cover life blending into the crew’s inner circle. This quieter sequence contrasts the violence with story-driven character moments, underscoring Wei’s double identity.

Listening In:
Wei plants bugs inside Dogeyes’ restaurant to gather intelligence for Winston. Gameplay mixes stealth, lockpicking, and quick hacking, requiring players to avoid suspicion while setting surveillance devices. The mission builds tension as Wei skirts discovery, reinforcing the cop side of his undercover assignment.

Chain of Evidence:
Inspector Teng tasks Wei with following up on intel from his wiretaps. The mission blends tailing sequences, photography, and investigation, keeping Wei’s police duties at the forefront. It highlights the risk of maintaining his cover while actively sabotaging the Sun On Yee from within.

Payback:
After Dogeyes retaliates, Wei and Winston’s men strike back hard. Gameplay escalates into street fights and chases, culminating in Wei showing his brutal side in a violent takedown. This mission cements Wei’s role as Winston’s most reliable enforcer, proving he can handle high-stakes retaliation.

Uncle Po:
Wei attends a tense Sun On Yee banquet hosted by Red Pole leader Uncle Po. The dinner turns bloody when assassins ambush the meeting, forcing players into frantic combat sequences to defend the boss. Wei saves Uncle Po’s life, boosting his reputation within the triad and drawing him deeper into Sun On Yee politics.

Collections for Roland:
Wei helps Roland Ho, a loanshark, by collecting overdue payments from debtors across the city. This mission highlights the extortion and street-level brutality of triad life, while showcasing environmental combat in alleys and shops. Completing the job strengthens Wei’s street cred and introduces another underworld contact.

Bride to Be:
Peggy asks Wei to help her with wedding preparations, escorting her around the city to pick up items and food. What begins as a lighthearted mission is interrupted by a violent ambush, where Wei fights off Dogeyes’ men to protect Peggy. The mission reinforces Wei’s loyalty to Winston’s family while blending everyday errands with sudden bursts of triad violence.

Cop Missions Covered:

Case: Hotshot:
Hotshot Lead 1:
Wei investigates a street racer named Hotshot, suspected of murder and illegal racing. He tails Hotshot’s car through the city while avoiding detection, giving players a taste of high-speed surveillance.
Hotshot Lead 2:
Wei rigs a car with a tracking device to monitor Hotshot’s movements. The mission mixes driving with stealthy gadget work, furthering the case as police prepare to gather evidence on the racer’s crimes.
Hotshot Lead 3:
Wei sets up a sting to catch Hotshot in the act, leading to a high-octane street race that turns deadly. After surviving the chase, police swoop in and arrest Hotshot, bringing the case to a close and proving Wei’s effectiveness as an undercover cop.

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