SEGA Officially Unveils Alpha Protocol News

The wind may have been knocked out of SEGA's sail somewhat and the cat unintentionally let out of the bag, but nevertheless official confirmation of Obsidian Entertainment's Alpha Protocol still comes as an exciting development between the two parties.

As previously reported, Alpha Protocol casts players as Michael Thorton, a talented young agent cast aside from his government but with the only knowledge to stop an impending global disaster.

Presumably drawing influences from their work of KOTOR2 and relationship with Bioware, Alpha Protocol promises a deep RPG experience where very decision and action shapes the agent Thorton becomes.

"Alpha Protocol blends Obsidian's knack for intricate stories, engrossing characters, and significant character advancement with fast-paced modern combat," said Feargus Urquhart, CEO of Obsidian Entertainment. "Alpha Protocol embraces everything we enjoy about making RPGs from a fresh perspective. We are confident our talented staff at Obsidian will enable us to deliver this exciting RPG experience."

"Working with Obsidian Entertainment on a project of this stature is incredibly exciting for SEGA. We have one of the best independent developers working on what will be one of the definitive games of 2009," stated Gary Knight, European Marketing Director, SEGA Europe Ltd. "With innovative RPG action and an incredible interactive storyline to match the very best spy-thrillers, Alpha Protocol delivers a heart thumping high definition experience."