In the world of espionage, nothing is as it seems in Obsidian entertainment's blockbuster RPG thriller, Alpha Protocol. Players will assume the role of Michael Thornton, a highly skilled government operative trained to eliminate threats to national security. When a mission goes horribly wrong, Thornton is the only one with the information, skills, and audacity to stop an impending international catastrophe. To do so, he will utilize the very government directive that the enemy sought to use against him - Alpha Protocol.

Set in the modern day, Alpha Protocol gives players complete control not only of Thornton's actions but his personality and attitude as well, all of which will determine the future of the world as we know it. Blending fast-paced modern combat, significant character advancement and innovative RPG features, Alpha Protocol brings a fresh new perspective to the genre.

With a story rivalling the best spy-thriller novels and an immersive, ultra-realistic espionage world, Alpha Protocol will redefine the RPG genre for the next-gen gamer. Alpha Protocol is being developed by Obsidian Entertainment â€" creators of Star Wars: Knights Of The Old Republic II The Seth Lords and Never winter Nights 2.