LOCKDOWN Protocol

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"LOCKDOWN Protocol" is a social deduction game for 3-8 players, combining real-time action and communication. Players work together to complete tasks, while a few dissidents aim to sabotage their efforts. It's a race against time to accomplish objectives and root out the traitors in this intense first-person experience.

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 14,272 reviews

gameplay266 positive mentions

stability68 negative mentions

The humor in the game is widely praised, creating hilarious moments, especially when played with friends.
The game features stunning graphics and immersive sound design, enhancing the overall experience.
Gameplay is engaging and filled with unexpected moments, making it a joy to play with friends.

The monetization strategy has drawn significant criticism, with many players labeling it a 'cash grab' due to high prices for minimal content.
The game suffers from stability issues, with numerous bugs, glitches, and crashes reported by players.
Many players find the tasks repetitive and tedious, diminishing long-term enjoyment and replayability.

gameplay
738 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
56%
8%
The gameplay of "Lockdown Protocol" is a mix of engaging mechanics and social deduction elements reminiscent of games like "Among Us" and "Trouble in Terrorist Town." While many players find the core gameplay fun and dynamic, especially with friends, there are significant criticisms regarding repetitive tasks, limited content, and frustrating mechanics such as the stamina system, which can detract from the overall experience. The game shows promise with its unique mechanics and visuals, but it suffers from a lack of updates and depth, leaving players wanting more variety and improvements.
- “Early game sessions are all about gaining trust and learning the mechanics, while the mid-to-late game heats up with mind games, strategic betrayals, and high-stakes decision-making.”
- “The dynamic environments and real-time gameplay keep you on edge, making every round feel unique and thrilling.”
- “The gameplay is engaging and filled with unexpected moments that make it a joy to play.”
- “Fun while it lasted, but then the devs had to care more about getting paid cosmetics out than fixing a bunch of game-crashing bugs, new maps, and other gameplay mechanics.”
- “The gameplay loop gets boring after an hour or two.”
- “The gameplay becomes a frustrating series of missed shots and endless futile attempts to kill enemies that just don’t take damage.”
humor
686 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
99%
1%
The humor in this game is widely praised, with players highlighting its ability to create hilarious moments, especially when played with friends. The combination of chaotic gameplay, proximity chat, and unexpected interactions leads to a fun and often laugh-out-loud experience, reminiscent of games like "Among Us" but with added complexity and humor. However, some players note that the community can be toxic at times, which may detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “I love how funny, interactive, and cooperative this game is.”
- “Hilariously fun game that pushes you to think outside the box, work with and against other players.”
- “This game is hilariously too much fun when you have an amazing group of people to play with.”
- “Remove the vine boom because it's not funny.”
- “Not funny so far.”
graphics
308 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
36%
4%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the vibrant art style, clean visuals, and immersive environments that enhance gameplay. However, some critics point out that certain aspects feel outdated or lack detail, particularly for a game released in 2024. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered appealing and well-optimized, there are calls for more creativity and detail in character models and environments.
- “The game boasts stunning graphics, detailed environments, and impressive sound design, creating an engaging and tense experience.”
- “The graphics are sharp and immersive, making every environment feel gritty and alive, which is perfect for the game’s themes of survival and strategy.”
- “I really can't stress this enough: this game is very well-polished and optimized with an amazing art style and direction, and in my eyes has a chance to dethrone Among Us.”
- “Subpar graphics and visual design.”
- “For a game released in 2024, 'Lockdown Protocol' features visuals that feel outdated.”
- “Its lackluster mechanics, outdated visuals, limited content, and technical problems make it difficult to recommend.”
story
132 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
55%
21%
The reviews for the game's story aspect are mixed, with many players noting a lack of a coherent narrative or engaging plot. While some appreciate the immersive world-building and character development, others criticize the game for its repetitive missions and minimal storytelling elements, suggesting that it feels more like a party game than one with a substantial narrative. Overall, the game's potential for storytelling is acknowledged, but many feel it falls short in delivering a compelling experience.
- “The story draws you in with its intriguing plot twists and well-developed characters.”
- “I found myself invested in the mission and the fate of the characters, with the voice acting enhancing the emotional weight of the journey.”
- “The world-building is immersive, with a rich backstory that explores themes of authority, ethics, and survival in a crisis.”
- “An early access game with barely any content in it: one map and very few missions.”
- “The game devolves into find weapons and rush tasks; it takes a lot of the accusing and storytelling and defending you and your partner away.”
- “The gameplay and art style is actually really good, and I wish I could like this game, but I just found it too boring; basically, you do missions and nothing happens.”
stability
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
87%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and crashes, particularly when trying to join or create games. While some players acknowledge the fun and potential of the game, they emphasize that it is still in early access and requires substantial improvements to address these stability issues. Overall, the experience is described as inconsistent, with some players enjoying a smooth experience while others face frequent disruptions.
- “Also notably runs great, very polished experience already, and the voice chat works perfectly.”
- “Looks great, runs great and from my 4 hours in the game so far we faced very little bugs/issues.”
- “Easily the best 'early access' game I have played in a long time, plays smoothly and runs great.”
- “Sadly, what we got instead is an unfinished, buggy mess with paywalls tacked on.”
- “This game crashes and freezes once every match.”
- “Needs a lot of work to be done as it's extremely buggy at this point and already has hackers.”
music
74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
55%
4%
The music in the game is widely praised for its engaging and atmospheric quality, enhancing the overall experience with a mix of licensed tracks and original compositions that resonate well with players. Many users enjoy the ability to blast music during gameplay, although some express frustration with the volume control and the prevalence of players who disrupt the experience by playing music at maximum volume. Overall, the sound design is considered top-notch, contributing significantly to the game's fun and immersive environment.
- “The retro-style visuals are charming, and the atmospheric soundtrack adds tension to every moment.”
- “Sound design: 10/10 (while there is some licensed music, the game soundtrack, misc sounds, bloops and beeps and clicks and clacks are an absolute eargasm. All the sounds just make you feel completing a task is utterly satisfying as it is accomplishing. Personally, the sound design is fantastic.)”
- “Genuinely well developed, looks beautiful, great sound design, and a brilliant varied soundtrack on the cassette tapes!”
- “Music copies Stranger Things (not original by the sounds of it)”
- “Also can't turn down effects, very annoying to get blasted for trying to turn down the music machines so I don't go deaf early.”
- “[*] Audio tapes/boom boxes can get annoying when people just constantly blast the music (at max volume).”
replayability
66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
40%
5%
The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with some players finding it highly engaging and fun, especially when played with friends, while others criticize it for repetitive tasks and limited content that diminish long-term enjoyment. Many reviewers suggest that adding more maps, mechanics, and customization options could significantly enhance replay value. Overall, while some aspects promise high replayability, the current offering may leave players wanting more variety and challenge.
- “Lockdown Protocol is a must-play cooperative game that excels in delivering thrilling gameplay, an immersive atmosphere, and high replayability.”
- “With its rich lore and high replayability, Lockdown Protocol promises hours of engaging gameplay and thought-provoking scenarios.”
- “There's so much replayability here because of the unique experiences you can have with friends and randoms.”
- “Players often find the tasks repetitive, offering little variety or challenge, which quickly diminishes replayability.”
- “Replayability is extremely limited due to the lack of maps and only a handful of mechanics (although the mechanics are solid, there are very few).”
- “While Lockdown Protocol has a lot of potential to be fun, its replayability is hindered by the clunky mechanics and the challenging learning curve.”
monetization
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
26%
71%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many players labeling it a "cash grab" due to the high prices of DLCs and microtransactions that offer minimal content, particularly for cosmetic items. Players express frustration over the perceived prioritization of profit over gameplay quality, especially with charges for gender options and incomplete cosmetic features. Overall, the sentiment reflects disappointment in how the game's monetization has overshadowed its initial potential and enjoyment.
- “I think these microtransactions are showing the devs for whom they really are.”
- “But no, they decided to just add microtransactions and DLCs without any actual gameplay content to keep the players interested in the game...”
- “It felt like they were prioritizing monetization over fixing their broken product.”
- “$20 of cosmetic microtransactions in a $10 early access game is wild.”
grinding
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
52%
42%
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding the tasks overly tedious and reminiscent of chores rather than enjoyable gameplay. While some appreciate the variety and depth of the tasks, they often feel that the time spent searching for specific items or completing objectives detracts from the overall experience. However, a few users noted that the game isn't excessively grindy, suggesting that it may not be a significant time sink for everyone.
- “Isn't grindy, therefore isn't a time sink.”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “This is a part game, no grinding needed.”
- “Enemies seem impervious to gunfire, reducing combat encounters to prolonged, tedious skirmishes that end in frustration rather than satisfaction.”
- “Boring game with overly tedious mission objectives.”
- “Just another Among Us 3D clone with overly tedious tasks that you need to do that feel more like actual work than fun gameplay.”
optimization
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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40%
10%
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while many players report smooth performance and stunning visuals, there are notable issues such as crashes, stuttering audio, and some missing settings. Despite these concerns, several users commend the developers for creating a polished experience that runs well even on low-end PCs, suggesting that further optimization could enhance the gameplay even more.
- “Additionally, the visuals are stunning, and the game is well optimized for PC.”
- “Kudos to the developers on making a finely polished game that is enjoyable, looks beautiful, and runs smoothly!”
- “I really can't stress this enough: this game is very well-polished and optimized with an amazing art style and direction, and in my eyes has a chance to dethrone Among Us.”
- “This should be optimized for better performance.”
- “Oh, also, so terribly optimized.”
- “I log in and the audio starts stuttering, the video keeps freezing, until the game crashes.”
atmosphere
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
41%
12%
The atmosphere of the game is a notable highlight, characterized by a mix of tension, immersive sound design, and retro visuals that enhance the overall experience. While many players appreciate the intense and engaging environment, some criticize the map's overly sanitized look, which detracts from the intended eerie ambiance. Overall, the game's atmosphere is described as compelling and immersive, though it can feel lackluster without a cooperative experience.
- “Lockdown Protocol is a must-play cooperative game that excels in delivering thrilling gameplay, an immersive atmosphere, and high replayability.”
- “From the moment I entered the game, the intense atmosphere grabbed me.”
- “The game’s atmosphere is tense, with a dark and eerie setting that keeps players on edge.”
- “Why doesn't the environment have atmosphere?”
- “The map doesn't feel spooky or ominous in any way since it's so sanitized and bright, completely ruining the atmosphere for me. I would recommend a more dark and industrial look to it.”
- “You'll often get kicked from games, encounter many non-English speakers, and the overall atmosphere can feel lackluster without friends.”
emotional
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report a mix of emotional engagement and detachment in the game, with some finding themselves deeply invested in the characters and narrative, enhanced by strong voice acting. The experience is described as an emotional roller coaster, balancing moments of hilarity and betrayal, while others adopt a more cold-hearted approach to gameplay. Overall, the emotional aspect is significant, contributing to both the enjoyment and complexity of player interactions.
- “I found myself invested in the mission and the fate of the characters, with the voice acting enhancing the emotional weight of the journey.”
- “Voice acting is solid, with characters delivering performances that enhance the emotional weight of the narrative.”
- “Each session of play is like an emotional roller coaster of hilarity, betrayal, and accomplishment.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Character development is praised for its depth, with background lore enhancing the personal stakes and overall engagement of the narrative.
- “The background lore and character development add depth, making the stakes feel personal and engaging.”

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