Midnight Protocol

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Midnight Protocol is a single player tactical role playing game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by LuGus Studios and was released on October 13, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

A tactical narrative-driven RPG in a digital future. Hack into servers, beat security and steal encrypted data in a world where your identity is just another network address.

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91%Audience ScoreBased on 117 reviews

story39 positive mentions

grinding1 negative mentions

Midnight Protocol offers a unique turn-based hacking experience that immerses players in a well-crafted narrative filled with moral choices and engaging characters.
The game features a sleek, keyboard-only interface that enhances the feeling of being a hacker, with a variety of programs and hardware to customize gameplay strategies.
Players appreciate the game's polished presentation, interesting puzzles, and the ability to roll back missions to experiment with different strategies without severe penalties.

The reliance on RNG mechanics can lead to frustrating experiences, as players may encounter unwinnable scenarios that require frequent rollbacks, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
Some players find the game's difficulty curve inconsistent, with certain missions feeling overly easy or difficult compared to others, which can disrupt the pacing.
The narrative twist towards the end of the game may feel unearned to some, as it undermines earlier character motivations and raises questions about the protagonist's identity and actions.

story
135 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29% positive mentions, 69% neutral mentions, 2% negative mentions
The story of "Midnight Protocol" is a well-crafted narrative centered around themes of identity, revenge, and hacking, delivered primarily through engaging email and chat interactions. Players appreciate the branching choices that impact the narrative, leading to a gripping experience filled with unexpected twists and moral dilemmas, although some feel that certain plot elements could have been better grounded. Overall, the game is praised for its immersive storytelling and polished execution, making it a standout in the hacker RPG genre.
- “A touching story with a player choice-driven narrative; this game is amazingly well made.”
- “The story and characters in Midnight Protocol are enthralling, and kept me constantly guessing as to what was going to happen next.”
- “It manages to reproduce the feeling of hacking while making the gameplay incredibly engaging, and tells a gripping, morally challenging story about the future of the internet and the reality of hacktivism.”
- “Most of the story is conveyed by written emails and chats.”
- “The story feels like it mostly depends on a couple of big surprise twists to do the legwork, but without grounding the player before and after them, it doesn't feel like enough to make a great story.”
- “Yet the game and its bland email storytelling fails to create the immersion you need to continue to play.”
gameplay
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27% positive mentions, 68% neutral mentions, 5% negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a turn-based hacking mechanic that combines strategic decision-making with puzzle-solving elements, creating an immersive and engaging experience. While the mechanics are generally well-designed and polished, some players find the reliance on RNG and certain overpowered programs can lead to a lack of challenge and variety over time. Overall, the game successfully captures the essence of hacking while offering a unique blend of tactical gameplay and narrative depth, making it a compelling choice for fans of the genre.
- “The hacking mechanic is turn-based, where you have to decide how to use your two action points, either by moving around the 'network' you're hacking or using a 'program'.”
- “The writing and immersion are great, and the gameplay with its blend of various challenges and ways to approach is engaging.”
- “It manages to reproduce the feeling of hacking while making the gameplay incredibly engaging, and tells a gripping, morally challenging story about the future of the internet and the reality of hacktivism.”
- “It's as if a master of design did the moment-to-moment gameplay, a professional artist did the paint job, then a monkey did everything in between.”
- “The randomness that governs the trace mechanic makes the puzzles more frustrating than fun to solve when using stealth strategies.”
- “The actual gameplay itself is pretty bland, when you boil it down.”
music
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45% positive mentions, 41% neutral mentions, 14% negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received for its immersive and atmospheric qualities, effectively supporting the game's themes and enhancing the overall experience. However, many reviewers noted a lack of variety, with some tracks feeling repetitive and lacking energy, which detracted from the intensity of certain moments. While the soundtrack is appreciated for its haunting and surreal elements, a desire for a more upbeat and diverse selection was a common critique.
- “The music and noises all gave me a great vibe that was quite immersive.”
- “A pretty solid game, with a haunting plot and accompanying soundtrack!”
- “The music was also great and fit the theme perfectly.”
- “The music, though, may be the weakest link in the game - it's nice, but I felt like there is only one track playing over and over and over.”
- “One drawback is that I find the soundtrack to be a bit dour, but it's really a small criticism.”
- “There's not enough energy and tension in the music, but this is a really forgivable shortcoming.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36% positive mentions, 43% neutral mentions, 21% negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their clean, minimalistic design that complements the hacking aesthetic, featuring a sleek user interface and a visually appealing "digital game board" style. The artwork evokes a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic hacking games while incorporating modern updates, creating an atmospheric experience that enhances gameplay. Overall, the visuals are considered top-notch for the genre, contributing significantly to the game's immersive storytelling and strategic elements.
- “The graphics and sound work are top notch for the genre, and the story was actually amazing.”
- “I liked the visual style of the game, with the sparse 'digital game board' and its glowing tron-ish aesthetic, the Hollywood hacking style console readouts, error messages and the like, the single-color wireframe models for enemies and traps, and the pleasing, sleek UI of the terminal you use between missions.”
- “Super atmospheric thanks to amazing UI/graphics, music and storytelling.”
- “Someone took a very graphics-oriented strategy/sort of puzzle game and replaced the obvious easy mouse controls with a lot of typing.”
- “Quite unfortunately, the game trying to make itself a turn-based thing really runs at odds with its hacker-esque aesthetic.”
- “The graphics and sound are clean and minimal, fitting with the setting.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50% positive mentions, 17% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive design, effectively evoking the feeling of being a hacker through its UI, graphics, and music. While some players noted a decline in engagement due to gameplay mechanics, the overall ambiance successfully captures the essence of classic hacking games like Uplink and Hacknet. Despite its simplistic appearance in screenshots, the game's atmosphere is enhanced by strong storytelling and sound design.
- “The atmosphere of the operating system combined with typing commands really made me feel like I was playing the part of a hacker.”
- “Sometimes music mixes in to support the change of atmosphere.”
- “Super atmospheric thanks to amazing UI/graphics, music, and storytelling.”
- “Although the store screenshots may look simplistic, still pictures don't do justice for the overall atmosphere of the game.”
- “Granted, it doesn't try to be what Grey Hack or Hackmud are (especially due to the lack of multiplayer), but I gotta say it really captures the classic atmosphere of Uplink and the vibe of Hacknet.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game delivers a deeply emotional experience through a compelling, choice-driven narrative that engages players in a touching story. The atmosphere and gameplay mechanics enhance the emotional weight of decisions, often forcing players to confront their values for the sake of progression, resulting in a rich blend of tension and investment in the storyline. Overall, it masterfully intertwines narrative depth with emotional resonance.
- “A touching story with a player choice-driven narrative; this game is amazingly well made.”
- “The choices I made allowed me to unlock different upgrades, and at times I was making decisions I didn't necessarily agree with just so I could get an unlock, which certainly made me feel some type of way.”
- “You have a great, but often underutilized theme, mixed with well-thought-out gameplay and a thorough story that combined all aspects of narrative twists, emotional investment, tension, and epicness perfectly.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, -100% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
Character development in the game has been criticized for lacking depth and complexity, with reviewers noting that discussing it in detail often requires revealing significant plot spoilers.
- “The character development in this game is incredibly deep, allowing players to form meaningful connections with each character as their stories unfold.”
- “I was amazed at how the choices I made influenced the character arcs, making each decision feel impactful and personal.”
- “The evolution of the characters throughout the game is masterfully crafted, providing a rich narrative experience that keeps you engaged.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of meaningful choices in character development; it felt like my decisions didn't matter.”
- “The narrative fails to provide a satisfying arc for the characters, leaving their growth feeling unearned and rushed.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious due to prolonged enemy turn animations and downtime, which can disrupt the flow of gameplay and make executing strategies feel laborious.
- “There's also a lot of downtime while enemy turns and animations slowly play out, which means that even if you know the next ten moves you'll want to make, actually executing them can be tedious.”

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11h Median play time

9h Average play time

4-13h Spent by most gamers

*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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Midnight Protocol is a tactical role playing game with science fiction theme. Common tags for Midnight Protocol include turn-based, indie, trading, experimental, 3D and others.

Midnight Protocol is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

On average players spend around 9 hours playing Midnight Protocol.

Midnight Protocol was released on October 13, 2021.

Midnight Protocol was developed by LuGus Studios.

Midnight Protocol has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked Midnight Protocol for its story but disliked it for its character development.

Midnight Protocol is a single player game.

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