Obsidian's made a name for itself over the years for taking on the daunting task of producing sequels to complex, high profile role-playing games. First it was Knights of the Old Republic II, then Neverwinter Nights 2, and soon we'll see what the studio is able to do with Fallout: New Vegas. With Alpha Protocol, though, we get an entirely new game. There aren't any preconceived notions: no established fan base, no gameplay systems that need to be preserved. Finally, this is a chance to see what Obsidian can do on its own terms. Unfortunately, it wasn't worth the wait. It's a wobbly, inconsiste...
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Jul 6, 2010 - Alpha Protocol is one and done. SEGA West president Mike Hayes confirmed the company isn't looking to do another game in the series due to the low sales of the first title.
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Jun 4, 2010 -
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Jun 2, 2010 - Get ready for the ultimate RPG experience.
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Jun 2, 2010 -
n Alpha Protocol the player is Michael Thornton, a rookie spy tasked with tracking down a group of fanatical terrorists behind a tragic missile attack on a passenger jetliner. Soon though, Thorton discovers there are much more devious forces at work,...
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Jun 1, 2010 - Is Obsidian's spy-themed action-RPG a misfire?
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About this Game
Loyalty carries a price and no one knows this more than agent Michael Thorton. A talented young agent cast out by his government, Thorton is the only one with the information needed to stop an impending international catastrophe. To do so means he must cut himself off from the very people he is sworn to protect. As players determine how to accomplish different objectives, the decisions made and actions taken in each mission will ultimately transform the type of secret agent Michael Thorton will become. Every choice the player makes as Michael Thorton will carry consequences for his future and the fate of the world.
Release Date: June 01, 2010
MSRP: $49.99
Also on: X360,
PS3
ESRB: M
Also on: X360, PS3
