Protocol

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Protocol is a single player shooter game with horror, romance, mystery, comedy and others themes. It was developed by Fair Games Studio and was released on November 20, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Protocol" is a sci-fi comedy game set in the near future, where you play as a carefree soldier participating in the Protocol program to make first contact with an alien life form. By following a mysterious AI's orders, you must avoid violating the Protocol, which could result in the complex and staff's elimination. The game features an intriguing plot with elements of horror, action, and a twisted love story.

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62%

Audience ScoreBased on 39 reviews

story4 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game features a humorous and engaging storyline that draws players in.
It offers a variety of gameplay styles and challenges, making it interesting for those who enjoy difficult games.
The graphics are well-polished, and the voice acting is notably well done, enhancing the overall experience.

The controls are clunky and can lead to frustrating gameplay, especially for non-VR players.
Many players experience game-breaking bugs and issues with checkpoints, leading to softlocks and repeated failures.
The game can feel tedious due to unskippable cutscenes and the trial-and-error nature of the puzzles, which may not appeal to everyone.

story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story captivates players with its engaging narrative, featuring a mission-driven protagonist whose journey is filled with unexpected challenges and humor. While the plot is intriguing and the characters well-developed, some players find inconsistencies in the storyline and criticize the accompanying puzzles and mini-games. Overall, the blend of comedy and a unique take on mission dynamics adds depth to the experience, despite some narrative flaws.
- “A storyline that draws you in.”
- “Play as an agent on a mission, but something goes wrong. Who could have foreseen that there would be issues that would spur you on to complete objectives in a fulfilling narrative? What a world!”
- “Wonderful story and attractive theme; both characters and monsters are well developed.”
- “The story does not necessarily make sense, especially from the beginning.”
- “Why is the soldier sent to this vital mission some smart-ass (and I'm using the term very generously here) idiot who has no training for the situation, no idea what the protocol entails and is thus bound to fail (and get nuked)?”
- “I still found it to be rather funny in a realistic kind of sense, in this very unrealistic story.”
humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is a standout feature, blending absurdity with a realistic touch, though it may not appeal to everyone. Players appreciate the witty writing and voice acting, which enhance the experience, but some find the reliance on unskippable animations and repetitive dialogues detracts from the comedic value over time. Overall, the humor is integral to the game's charm, despite its unique style potentially alienating certain audiences.
- “It's quite funny to see an entire facility get nuked because you didn't put your clothes in the right place.”
- “I still found it to be rather funny in a realistic kind of sense, in this very unrealistic story.”
- “I love the humor, the gameplay, and the unique style.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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The game's graphics are generally well-received, with users noting that they look good on both desktop and VR setups. While there is room for visual improvement, the graphics are considered acceptable for a VR title, avoiding a cartoonish style. Additionally, the game features interesting graphical ideas and is tailored for a mature audience in terms of content.
- “Graphically, the game looks good and works well on desktop or VR setup.”
- “The graphics are pretty nice; some of the graphical ideas are interesting.”
- “Graphics look okay for me, not cartoonish like quite a bunch of other VR games.”
- “Obviously, there is a way for visual improvement, but since it is a VR compatible game, average graphics are not surprising.”
- “Graphics look okay for me, not toonish like quite a bunch of other VR games.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is primarily designed for VR, which can lead to some mechanics feeling awkward for non-VR players, and there are occasional bugs that may cause players to get stuck. While the gameplay is polished and features engaging humor and style, it can be challenging, potentially frustrating casual gamers, especially during boss encounters. Overall, the music complements the experience well without being distracting.
- “The game is very well polished and the gameplay is fine; maybe sometimes it gets a bit frustrating when you have to kill some bosses or you fail to listen.”
- “I love the humor, the gameplay, and the unique style.”
- “Gameplay is interesting, but hard; casual gamers won't like it.”
- “It is definitely made for VR first, so some of the mechanics reflect that if you don't play in VR.”
- “For the most part, it's been pretty solid, but a couple of key gameplay elements can get stuck. When trying to enter the ship's computer and using the wrong combination, it's possible to get stuck in a loop, where the only way out is to force quit the game and reopen it.”
- “The game is very well polished and the gameplay is fine, but it can get a bit frustrating when you have to defeat certain bosses or if you fail to listen to the audio cues.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is well-received, as it complements the gameplay without being distracting, which many players appreciate.
- “The music and sound design are fantastic.”
- “The music does not disturb the gameplay, which is a big plus for me.”
- “The music is forgettable and doesn't add anything to the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it easy to tune out.”
- “While the sound effects are decent, the music fails to create an engaging atmosphere.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, indicating that it can become a monotonous and unenjoyable experience.
- “The grinding feels tedious and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find the grinding aspect to be incredibly monotonous, draining the fun out of the game.”
- “The amount of grinding required is overwhelming and takes away from the overall experience.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, users report that while there are occasional glitches with environmental sounds, the game's stability is generally satisfactory.
- “There are glitches with some environmental sounds, but for the most part, it is okay.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
- “I encountered several bugs that disrupted gameplay and affected my overall enjoyment.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews do not provide specific feedback on optimization, focusing instead on the voice actors' performances. Therefore, there is no relevant information regarding the game's optimization.