Alpha Protocol Preview

The folks at TotallyPS3.com have put together a short preview of SEGA and Obsidian Entertainment’s Alpha Protocol. Hmm…

Don’t be fooled into thinking that Alpha Protocol will end up being some stats-rich turn based bore-o-thon, the emphasis is very much on action, adventure and more than a few cursory nods to massive Hollywood blockbusters like The Fourth Protocol, Clear and Present Danger and The Bourne Conspiracy. Oh and possibly that, er, other rather popular spy franchise that we’re not allowed to mention. You know the one.

(Alpha Protocol blends Obsidian’s knack for intricate stories, engrossing characters, and significant character advancement with fast-paced modern combat,) said Feargus Urquhart, CEO of Obsidian Entertainment. (Alpha Protocol embraces everything we enjoy about making RPGs from a fresh perspective. We are confident our talented staff at Obsidian will enable us to deliver this exciting RPG experience.)

(Working with Obsidian Entertainment on a project of this stature is incredibly exciting for SEGA. We have one of the best independent developers working on what will be one of the definitive games of 2009,) stated Gary Knight, European Marketing Director, SEGA Europe Ltd. (With innovative RPG action and an incredible interactive storyline to match the very best spy-thrillers, Alpha Protocol delivers a heart thumping high definition experience.) So no time to sit back in your arm chair, stroke your persian kitty and think about plans for world domination, it’s time to stand up and fight.

…so where do I go to buy a game that is a “stats-rich turn based bore-o-thon”?