"I.G.I. Origins," also known as "IGI 3," is a prequel to the original "Project I.G.I." game, set during the Cold War in the 1980s. The game follows Michael King, codenamed Regent, an ex-SAS soldier recruited by MI6 to undertake covert missions against an enemy planning to initiate a world war. Players must infiltrate a volatile world, utilizing a sophisticated arsenal to divert, outsmart, or eliminate adversaries, choosing between stealthy espionage or aggressive firefights. The narrative explores the true nature of the enemy and the player's resolve as they navigate a shifting and hostile environment.