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Alpha Protocol
Alpha ProtocolShape your destiny as a rogue secret agent in a high‑stakes thriller
Secret Service
Secret ServiceBecome a Secret Service agent and restore order after the President is shot.
Overview
Description

In Alpha Protocol, you play as Michael Thorton, a talented young agent cast out by his government, tasked with stopping an international catastrophe. Your choices and actions across missions determine the kind of spy you become, with lasting consequences for the world and your future. The game blends shooter, RPG, action, thriller, and stealth elements, offering a single‑player experience on PlayStation 3, PC, and Xbox 360. Developed by Obsidian Entertainment and published by Sega, it challenges players to balance loyalty, morality, and survival in a gritty espionage narrative.

In Secret Service you step into the shoes of a U.S. Secret Service agent tasked with stabilizing the nation after the newly inaugurated President is assassinated on Inauguration Day. The game blends tactical shooting with a political thriller narrative, putting you in high‑stakes scenarios across Washington, D.C. Designed for single‑player play on PC, Xbox 360, and PlayStation 2, the title offers a mix of cover‑based combat, varied weaponry, and mission‑driven storytelling that challenges players to protect the nation’s leadership under extreme pressure.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Action RPG
Third-Person Shooters
Best for
Fans of narrative-driven stealth RPGs
Players who enjoy tactical political shooters
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
$19.99−67%
release date
2010-05-27
2008-11-04
Specifications
developer
Obsidian Entertainment
Cauldron HQ
publisher
Sega, Sega Europe
Activision Value
age rating
PEGI 18, ESRB M+13%
ESRB T, PEGI 16
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
59/100+18%
50/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep branching narrative with meaningful choices
  • Combines shooter action with RPG depth
  • Varied stealth and combat approaches
  • Rich, global settings with distinct atmospheres
  • Engaging political storyline
  • Varied weapon selection
  • Solid cover mechanics
  • Available on multiple platforms
Cons
  • Technical glitches and AI inconsistencies
  • Uneven pacing across missions
  • Limited multiplayer options (single‑player only)
  • Repetitive mission design
  • Outdated graphics by modern standards
  • Limited multiplayer options
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