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Idle Protocol

Idle Protocol
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Windows
5 user reviews · 20% of 5
Developer Zzz Idle Games
GenreCasual
Chip's verdict · US updated 2 days ago
Why this verdict
All-time low $1.99 · 18d ago
Player reviews 20% positive of 5
Quality score 20/100 · small sample

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About this game

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Idle Protocol is a minimalist sci-fi tower defense and incremental game. Manage a central CPU core, equip exactly 2 Nodes, and defend against geometric anomalies. Perform a System Reboot to earn Cycles and unlock permanent modules in the BIOS!

Welcome to the Mainframe

Idle Protocol is a minimalist sci-fi tower defense / idle incremental game where tactical loadouts and economy management meet raw, exponential firepower. Set in a dark, neon-lit digital void, your goal is simple: manage a central CPU core and defend against an endless swarm of geometric anomalies.

Dual-Core Tactical Combat
Forget building complicated mazes. In Idle Protocol, you equip exactly 2 active Nodes (Towers) to face the swarm. Choose from 5 distinct weapons, including:

  • Kernel: A balanced central core that focuses on consistent damage and devastating critical strikes.

  • Surge: A high-fire rate node that unleashes devastating Chain Lightning.

  • Solaris: A heavy sniper that applies intense Thermal/Burn damage.

  • Trojan: A viral node that applies Damage over Time through Malware.

  • Cluster: An unstable containment unit focusing on Explosion/AoE damage.


Deep Meta-Progression
Hit an economic wall? Perform a System Reboot to prestige and earn Cycles. Spend your Cycles in the BIOS—a massive Hexagonal Grid Layout skill tree—to unlock game-changing Ultimate abilities like "Infinite Loop" or "Supernova". Defeating Bosses also grants Upgrade Points (Chips) for the Circuit tab to further optimize your build.


The True End Game: Quarantine Protocols

This isn't just an endless grind. Reach Wave 500 to unlock the true endgame: Quarantine Protocols. Initiate a run with up to 5 brutal modifiers—like the No-Click Protocol or Monocore restrictions—to prove your architectural mastery and unlock exclusive Alternate Skins for your nodes.

Key Features:

  • Minimalist Aesthetics: High contrast neon graphics with Bloom and subtle CRT/Scanlines effects.

  • Respects Your Time: Fast-paced fixed wave spawns and Offline Progress that grants 50% of normal earnings while the game is closed.

  • Dynamic Scaling: Watch your damage output skyrocket into the Trillions as projectiles dynamically grow in size and sound heavier based on their level.

  • Built-in Achievements: Track your progress with 50 unique milestones and an integrated Stats Tracking System.

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Historical lows
All-time low ATL $1.99 2026-06-25
3-month low $1.99
12-month low $1.99
Current $1.99
Price events From the accepted price history · updates automatically
Jun 25, 2026
New all-time low $1.99

Idle Protocol price history and best deals

Idle Protocol for PC currently sells from $1.99 at authorized stores. Its all-time low is $1.99, set on 2026-06-25.

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Steam reviews 5 user reviews · 20%
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Minimum:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit
  • Processor: 2.0 GHz Dual Core or better.
  • Memory: 2 GB RAM
  • Graphics: DirectX 11 compatible card (Intel HD 4000 or better).
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 250 MB available space
  • Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card.
  • VR Support: Not supported.
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          Developer Zzz Idle Games
          Publisher Zzz Idle Games
          GenresCasual · Indie · Strategy
          ModesSingle-player
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