Intrusion Protocol (2017)

Developer: Somber Dawn Studios
Platforms: Windows, Linux
Genres: Action, Indie, Free To Play
Rating: 4.6 of 5, 25 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.4 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A tense and punishing retro-platformer where every second counts as you race against a ticking clock, navigating pixel-art defenses with precise, fast-paced movement.

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What players say

Players call it a short, brutally difficult platformer with tight controls and a final level that spikes the challenge. Comparisons to Super Meat Boy are common, and the game is widely seen as speedrun-friendly. Some note minor lag or rough edges, but most agree deaths feel fair.

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