DECON Protocol (2025)

Developer: Smash Studios
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual, Indie, RPG, Simulation, Strategy, Free To Play
Rating: 2.9 of 5, 42 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.5 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A methodical grind of deconstructing aliens and upgrading your base to push for incremental gains.

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What players say

Players are split on this free idle game: some enjoy the grind and number-go-up loops, while many find it repetitive and boring after a few hours. Complaints center on upgrades that feel meaningless, a lack of strategy, and extended periods where offline progress stops working.

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