From what I can remember it is third and possible first person perspectives. The game employs alot of neat gadgetry. And may have multiple settings of difficulty. I remember getting updates from my 'team.' It's a hidden radio in your ear. The game was amazing in it's own right, and rather difficult. Yes it is objective based, w/ multiple ways of handling situations. The game was way ahead of it's time script wise. It's a must play. Probably get it on Ebay for 3 dollars if that. I say sell superman 64 for it and add a dollar. Peace.