Dread Protocol Build 20625325 - early access

Dread Protocol is a brutal, fast-paced 3rd-person action-roguelite that blends shoot-and-dash combat with text-driven events and deep progression. Each run throws you into procedurally generated space stations where quick reflexes, clever positioning and a little luck decide whether you survive-or face permanent death. The combat is aggressive and unforgiving, so every encounter feels tense and meaningful.

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What stands out is the combination of randomized levels and narrative snippets. Procedurally generated dungeons (with over four billion seeded possibilities) keep each playthrough fresh, while text-based events add flavor and occasional twists to the run. Destructible environments are a great touch: you can carve new routes, create cover, or literally eject enemies into space, opening tactical options beyond simple gunplay.

The arsenal and customization are rich. There are dozens of guns with unique seeds and scaling, plus more than 100 cybernetics and equipment pieces to mix and match. A deep skill tree lets you specialize your build across runs, and the interplay between weapons, cybernetics and skills creates countless viable playstyles. Expect to experiment a lot-combinations can swing a run from impossible to triumphant.

Design-wise, there are 14 distinct levels, each with its own enemy roster and atmosphere, so progression feels varied even as the roguelite loop grinds on. The game’s permadeath and high difficulty will appeal to players who enjoy a steep learning curve and the satisfaction of mastering mechanics over many hours; casual players may find it punishing but rewarding if they stick with it.

If you like tense third-person shooters, procedural variety and build-driven progression, Dread Protocol delivers hundreds of hours of replayability and strategic depth. Dread Protocol can be downloaded for players who want a challenging, replayable sci-fi roguelite experience.