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Alpha Protocol Review | Just Push Start

"Alpha Protocol is an espionage RPG where the only weapon that players have is choice. Similar to games like Mass Effect, the decisions that players make throughout the game have a huge impact on how the story turns out. It’s all up to the player’s choice whether the characters in the game will be a friend or a foe. After delaying the game for so many times, Alpha Protocol is here, but the real question is: was it worth the wait?" - Just Push Start

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MattyF5498d ago

Ouch. Getting really mixed scores.

N4GAddict5498d ago

That's expected for a RPG not made by BioWare

Simon_Brezhnev5498d ago

You act like Bioware are gods when it come to RPGs

mrv3215498d ago

Bioware you mean that team who where assisted by these guys to make Baulders Gate? Ironic isn't it.

BannedForNineYears5498d ago

Mixed? It's not mixed if all the scores are really low, which they are.

Tony P5498d ago

To sum up, here's what's wrong with the game in most every review:

Unpolished mechanics (which is sadly true)

Stat-based shooting (which is a moronic complaint imo)

I cannot get over complaints about stat-based shooting. ME2 shooting is not real RPG combat. It is shooting for people who are NOT fans of RPG combat. I really hate how they hold it against Obsidian for sticking with tradition in this area.

MightyMark4275498d ago

When you get to play it, you will be pissed off on how the shooting is done. There are times even though you're shooting at an enemy face to face, it's like they're not there. Their HP won't drop...

pansenbaer5498d ago

Are you saying its kind of like attacking in Knights of the Old Republic...?

zatrox5498d ago

Yeah, sadly the AI seems like it's no good.
But I don't really get the whole bitching on the aiming, I mean Fallout 1 and 2 by the start were only misses misses and more misses, as well as in Deus Ex, even when that last one has nothing to do with Black Isle/Obsidian.
Meh, I'm pretty sure I'll have fun with this game. I dunno, something just tells me I will.

R_aVe_N5498d ago (Edited 5498d ago )

I think people are just getting use to dev handing them everything honestly. Skill based attacks omg who would have thought such a thing was possible! ME2 is not an RPG it is a shooter with RPG elements.

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playstation_clan5498d ago

this game is going to be bargain bin, with so many good games coming out, this will get lost in the shuffle

MightyMark4275498d ago

Now I don't know If i'm still picking this up. Many mixed review scores ;p

N4GAddict5498d ago

I'll wait for a price drop.

PPNSteve5498d ago

I don't think its worth its price nor the wait..

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Spy RPG Alpha Protocol is back on Steam as part of Summer Sale after being delisted in 2019

Alpha Protocol has sneaked its way back onto Steam as part of its Summer Sale, much to the surprise of a few loyal fans.

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RaidenBlack354d ago

One of the few 7th gen game that I'll full heartedly support for a remake.
Its a very unique RPG and deserves its faults fixed the 2nd time.

TheNamelessOne353d ago

I would be so for this. Alpha Protocol is the definition of a diamond in the rough. Before being acquired by Microsoft, Obsidian presented their ideas for a sequel, multiple times, but were always shot down. Even something simple like a remaster is very unlikely.

ZeekQuattro353d ago

Still have a physical copy for my PS3. Clunky at times but I had a lot of fun with it back in the day.

TheColbertinator353d ago

Had some issues but that game was brilliant.

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20 Amazing Games That Have Completely Disappeared From Storefronts

Cultured Vultures: In the spirit of preserving some kind of history of this industry, we’ve decided to list some of the best games that you just simply can’t get hold of digitally at the minute.

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TheEnigma313480d ago

I just started playing Spec op. I've had it for years on steam and forgot about it. Such a good game.

EvertonFC480d ago (Edited 480d ago )

Fantastic game,.so underated

Cacabunga480d ago

Yes great game spec ops! Since the time we’ve been asking sony to make one:/

Auto Modelista.. a PS2 capcom racer!! A blast to play and great graphics!
Maximo!
Rival Schools!

LordoftheCritics479d ago

Spec Ops: The Line was super dark.

Incredible story.

SheenuTheLegend479d ago

all the games in the above list are bang on. this is the only reason we need backwards compatibility and physical presense of games for the upcoming future, no matter what.

Yi-Long480d ago

Honorable mention to the excellent Driveclub, one of the best racing games of all-time and one of my favourite games ever.

melons480d ago

yes! incredible rain effects; so good to drive along in rain with your Spotify playlist blaring

Skuletor479d ago

I really wanted a MotorStorm using the same engine, Driveclub is easily one of the best looking games on PS4 and I'm surprised they didn't even give it a PS4 Pro patch.

ravens52479d ago

Yes indeed. May just install it on my PS5. You know, physical copy and all.

monkey602479d ago

I adored Driveclub and the Bike expansion. I also loved Motorstorm. Evolution shutting down was a crime

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darthv72480d ago

Outrun Online Arcade, Sega Rally Online Arcade, After Burner Climax... all good stuff. I keep my 360 hooked up to play these as well as the TMNT games that were also delisted.

Skuletor479d ago

I have quite a few of these. Timed licenses suck.

Terry_B479d ago (Edited 479d ago )

wow...I have all of them except the Nintendo ones either in physical or digital version.

Also..Deadpool the Game is missing on that list.

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10 Most Overlooked RPGs That You Should Play Now

Many overlooked RPGs lie dormant in the catalogues of gaming, but players can pick up their swords and shields with these amazing JRPG hidden gems!

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