In the world of espionage, nothing is what it seems. Thats the premise of Obsidian Entertainments blockbuster RPG thriller, Alpha Protocol. Players take on the role of Michael Thorton, a highly trained government agent who must prevent all national terrorist threats. When a mission goes hopelessly wrong, only Michael has the information, skills and contacts to stop this impending international catastrophe. The only way to succeed in this is to use the governments Alpha Protocol guideline.