Alpha Protocol Preview

A new article on Develop covers how Obsidian Entertainment is using Unreal Engine 3 for Alpha Protocol, while also including commentary from Chris Parker and Chris Avellone on some of the gameplay elements.

Since Alpha Protocol has been crafted for both PC and console gamers, the gameplay has a blend of classic RPG elements with new modern-day spies, gadgets, weapons and action.

(While seemingly straightforward, it doesn’t take long before the game starts taking sharp detours,) added Chris Avellone, creative director of the game and co-owner of Obsidian Entertainment.

(In Alpha Protocol, the storyline isn’t linear we’ve given a lot more freedom in how you choose to save (or not save) that world, and tried to provide the player with options on how he chooses to uncover the plotline and the relationships between the key characters in the game.)

Alpha Protocol incorporates elements fans of fictional espionage characters like Jack Bauer, Jason Bourne and James Bond are used to today. Avellone promised that there will be plenty of romance, colourful villains, action, bullets, betrayals, and alliances.