Prototype
Discover what lies beyond the edge of evolution. Play as Alex Mercer, a genetically mutated shape-shifter with no memory of his past hell-bent on solving the mystery of his existence as he tears through a densely populated New York City moving with Parkour-style fluidity and consuming anybody that gets in his way… assuming their physical identity, memories and abilities. You are the Prototype, a man without memory armed with amazing shape-shifting abilities, hunting your way to the heart of the conspiracy which created you; making those responsible pay. Reconfigure your body to the situation at hand. From Claws to Blades to Hammers to Whips, choose the right weapon for the situation. Change to a shield or armor for defense, or use advanced sensory powers (thermal vision, infected vision) to track your enemies Seamlessly and fluidly bound from building to building, run up walls, bounce off cars and everything in your path.
Game Discussion
Steam User 127
Leaving this review to let everyone know that the new stupid update that broke the game has been fixed finally, you have to use a mod: PrototypeFix- CrashFix - FPSFix - FrameDouble fix by emoose on nexus mods. The same person that fixed the game before this update.
Also,
It's recommended you uninstall the game completely before using the mod ^^
Steam User 63
If you're considering buying this game, please read on for important info about increasing your odds of being able to run this game.
The only reason I'm giving this a positive recommendation is because I can't give a numerical rating. Activision deserves 0/5 stars. They continue to sell this game and Steam continues to allow it, despite the game (in its current state when purchased) desperately requiring an update to allow it to play on modern hardware without crashing.
I recommend it only because someone on Nexus made the effort to create a mod to fix the issues related to the age of this game, and thanks to their work, I am able to enjoy this game and indulge the nostalgia of playing this game many years ago. A huge shoutout to emoose, who created the mod over on Nexus. The mod is called "PrototypeFix - CrashFix - FPSFix - FrameDouble fix" and is the most highly endorsed mod for this game as of this review, and for good reason.
If you purchase this game, once it is fully installed, do not launch it. I'm not sure if this matters, but a fresh install without running the game may prevent issues after applying the mod, so might as well play it safe. Go to Nexus Mods website, find the mod I mentioned above, and download and extract the files. Then in Steam, when you are on the page for Prototype, there will be a small gear icon on the far right. Click it, go to Manage, and click on Browse local files (or something like that). It'll open a window where the game's files are installed. Copy over the mod files you extracted. It'll prompt you to overwrite 2 existing files, let it do so. After that, you should be good to go back to Steam and launch the game normally. This is exactly what I did, and my game ran smoothly, without any crashes. All I did in the game settings was adjust the audio and turn up the mouse sensitivity. I'll update this review as I play more, in case I run into issues, but so far so good!
Steam User 65
Great game. Like others have said to get it to run since they made it non playable this link worked for me and it ran flawlessly after putting the files in the game folder.
Steam User 60
I swear, if this game got remade or they ever made a Prototype 3 it would probably be the best superpower simulator ever. I feel Prototype takes some Batman Arkham/Spiderman, takes some Just Cause and a sprinkle of malice and then becomes this power-fantasy heaven. It's a little bit outdated, but there is still a lot of fun to be had for sure. The whole idea and art design is so metal and just slamming through cars and busting out skyscraper windows at breakneck speed will never not be awesome.
Steam User 47
(first of all install the PrototypeFix from nexus then everything runs smooth even on modern hardwares)
this fu***** game has been my number one favourite video game since childhood, maybe it's nostalgia talking maybe not but i still love it very much.
the change of atmosphere from normal blue to gritty orange infected zones, the traversal, combat and ofc the ultimate aurafarmer alex fricking mercer. i curse thee activision gods for destroying radical ent or whatever the cause was for this franchise to end. even half life fans will get their 3rd but...
Steam User 38
The only game I can think of that lets you transform into a grandma, grab a spec-ops military solider by the throat, and suplex his ass off the empire state building.
Steam User 35
IMPORTANT: Before playing this game, do yourself a favor and install this mod
Prototype is fking awesome. I remember playing the sequel when it came out but never played the original, until now. And I really enjoyed it. It has its flaws, for example wacky enemy AI in some parts, and some of the challenges being plain stupid (looking at you, Raid). Also the story was kind of whatever. It seemed to focus only on the plot with no character development whatsoever.
But anyway, I think I'm being too harsh on the game. You will feel like a badass in this game. There's actually a lot of value in doing all the challenges and side content, because you get to unlock powerful moves and increase your health to become even stronger. Most of the powers are a lot of fun to use, and I think the whipfist was my favorite.
Overall, I give Prototype a solid 7.5/10. It's so much fun slashing infected hordes and military guards, then flying somewhere safe and disguising yourself like nothing happened.