RPG Vault writes: "It's 2009. An optimist would have hoped to see the world a better place by now. That simply hasn't happened. On the other hand, civilization hasn't collapsed due to corruption within its major governments, or obliterated itself in a mindless paroxysm of nuclear self-destruction. So, Earth is largely unchanged, neither an idyllic utopia nor a post-apocalyptic wasteland. Of course, this also means there are many nations, regions, corporations, organizations and factions seeking to advance their own interests, beliefs and agendas. Disagreements are commonplace. Some are recent, while others have lasted for decades or even centuries. On occasion, these situations flare up into outright hostilities, but most of the time, they fester in a shadowy realm of conspiracy, innuendo and intrigue that is outside the public eye. As a result, the threats they pose, while still very real, are effectively invisible.
Alpha Protocol is Obsidian's RPG in which you're Michael Thorton, an operative employed by the titular agency, which is so secretive that almost no one knows it exists. Its purpose is to do the jobs no one else will, the ones they don't want to be associated with, but that still have to be done. One such task is finding out how a high-tech US missile system made its way into the hands of someone who used it to blast a commercial airliner out of the Eastern European skies. Naturally, you'll also want to be certain the culprits are held accountable. As always, our mission objective was clear immediately, to learn as much about the game as possible. We got of to a great start by questioning Lead Designer Chris Avellone, Senior Producer Ryan Rucinski and Systems Lead Matt MacLean."
Alpha Protocol has sneaked its way back onto Steam as part of its Summer Sale, much to the surprise of a few loyal fans.
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.
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.
Still have a physical copy for my PS3. Clunky at times but I had a lot of fun with it back in the day.
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.
I just started playing Spec op. I've had it for years on steam and forgot about it. Such a good game.
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!
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.
Honorable mention to the excellent Driveclub, one of the best racing games of all-time and one of my favourite games ever.
yes! incredible rain effects; so good to drive along in rain with your Spotify playlist blaring
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.
I adored Driveclub and the Bike expansion. I also loved Motorstorm. Evolution shutting down was a crime
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.
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.
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!
