Dread Protocol

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Dread Protocol is a single player role playing shooter game with violence and science fiction themes. It was developed by Meat Lab and was released on October 28, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

A 3rd-person action-roguelite space adventure that seamlessly blends text-based events with procedurally generated dungeons, offering hundreds of hours of replayability. Aggressive, brutal combat that leaves no room for mercy - permadeath is a constant threat. A plethora of guns, each leveled and uniquely seeded for countless combination possibilities. Procedurally generated levels ensu…

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

gameplay3 negative mentions

Fun and enjoyable gameplay with a solid roguelike loop featuring space station exploration, upgrades, and varied encounters.
Great variety of weapons with a Borderlands-like randomization system and satisfying gunplay, including environmental interactions like sucking enemies into space.
Promising early access with good performance, interesting mechanics, and potential for future content updates.

Game feels rough around the edges and janky at times, reflecting its early access and development stage.
Gameplay mechanics could be tightened and polished for a smoother experience.
Some players find the game punishing and challenging, which may require improving player skill to fully enjoy.

gameplay
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The gameplay is engaging and offers a solid loop with varied, replayable runs, though some users find it punishing and somewhat rough around the edges. Despite minor mechanical imperfections, the core systems and concept provide a fun and compelling experience.
- “Great concept, super fun gameplay, and it is always different on each run which makes it a great gameplay game!”
- “Gameplay is pretty punishing which will keep me coming back.”
- “Solid gameplay loop: board some space stations, deal with a few space encounters, purchase some upgrades, and then go for another run.”
- “The gameplay is still pretty rough, but the systems that are there are impressive.”
story
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The story combines third-person shooting and upgrades with random loot and FTL-style narrative and overworld progression, creating a dynamic and engaging experience.