This is a DLC expansion for the open-world shooter, Saints Row: The Third, released in 2012, requiring the base game to play. You assist the Saints' biggest fan, Jimmy Torbitson, by stopping his rogue clone from causing chaos in Steelport. Gameplay is extended with new missions, the introduction of the unique Bee Gun weapon, and content focused on unlocking the true power within the existing Saints Flow mechanic. The scope is a focused narrative addition rather than a massive content overhaul.
As downloadable content, The Trouble with Clones seamlessly integrates into the existing world and mechanics of Saints Row: The Third. It does not offer a standalone experience; players must have the parent game installed to launch this additional mission set. The scope of this content is relatively brief, focusing on a specific narrative thread rather than introducing massive new districts or sprawling side activities comparable to the main game's scope. Its primary appeal lies in providing fresh missions and new tools for players who enjoyed the established chaotic gameplay loop.
The central addition to the gameplay loop revolves around a unique new weapon and a specific power mechanic tied directly to the expansion's narrative:
The story tasks the player with assisting Jimmy Torbitson, described as the Saints' biggest fan. The immediate conflict arises from the actions of a rogue clone of Jimmy, which is causing significant disruption and terrorizing the city. The objective involves neutralizing this clone threat, with the potential to rescue a lost associate by the conclusion of the content.
This shooter-genre expansion was made available across the primary platforms supporting the original release: Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and Microsoft Windows. It was published by Deep Silver and developed by Volition.