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AI Protocol is a minimalist strategy game. Control an emerging AI through a single evolving interface. Grow too slowly and you’re left behind. Grow too fast and you’re discovered. Conquer all or lose everything to Detection or runaway AGI. How powerful can you become… without being seen?

Reviews: 1 user reviews — 100% — of 1 reviews
Released: 2026-03-03
Developer: Little Games Studio
Genres: Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux

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    Windows

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    91% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2025
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    Windows

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    89% matchNo user reviews2024
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    Windows
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    Windows

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    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 19%

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    73% matchNo user reviews
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