Smile Protocol is a fast-paced FPS survival game set in a locked-down facility. Clear waves, unlock doors, and survive the pressure as enemies keep coming.

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The developers of this game intend to release as a work in progress, developing with the feedback of players.

Note: Games in Early Access are not complete and may or may not change further. If you are not excited to play this game in its current state, then you should wait to see if the game progresses further in development. Learn more

What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“We are building SMILE PROTOKOL as a high-pressure, replayable FPS where player decisions shape every run.

Early Access allows us to refine the core experience — combat pacing, enemy behavior, and progression systems — based on real player feedback.

Because the game is heavily system-driven (AI pressure, wave scaling, traps, and player choice), balancing it in isolation is not enough.
We want to shape the experience together with the community.

Your feedback will directly influence how the game evolves.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We currently plan for 6–12 months of Early Access.

This period will allow us to:

Expand content (new enemies, areas, systems)

Improve balance and difficulty scaling

Polish the overall experience

The duration may change depending on development progress and community feedback.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“The full version of SMILE PROTOKOL is planned to include:

More facility zones with new mechanics and environmental hazards

Additional enemy types with unique behaviors and combat patterns

Expanded trap systems and strategic options

Deeper progression and unlock systems

More game modes and rule variations

Improved AI systems and encounter design

Additional polish, optimization, and overall balance improvements

We aim to evolve the game into a deeper and more varied experience while preserving its high-pressure core.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The current Early Access version includes:

Core FPS gameplay with tight combat and movement

Wave-based survival and room progression system

Functional enemy AI with pressure-based encounters

Multiple playstyles (aggressive, defensive, tactical)

Trap placement and environmental control systems

Optional rule modifiers (e.g. headshot-focused gameplay)

Basic progression and unlock structure

The game is fully playable, but still evolving in terms of content, balance, and depth.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“No.

We plan to keep the price the same during and after Early Access.

Our goal is to make the game accessible to all players from the beginning, while continuing to improve and expand the experience over time.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“development process?

Community feedback is a core part of development.

We will involve players through:

Regular updates and patch notes on Steam

Devlogs explaining changes and upcoming features

Player feedback from Steam reviews and discussions

Iterating systems based on real gameplay data

We actively read feedback and use it to improve the game.”
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About This Game

🎭 SMILE PROTOCOL

Smile Protocol is a high-pressure FPS survival experience set inside a sealed facility.

To progress, you must open doors.
To open doors, you must survive.

How you survive… is entirely up to you.

⚔️ Wave-Based Survival

Every door is a test.

To access new areas, you must clear incoming enemy waves.
Each wave becomes faster, denser, and more lethal.

Play aggressively or take it slow —
the pace is shaped by your decisions.

🧩 Game Modes & Endless Survival

The experience isn’t limited to one path.

Choose how you want to play:

  • Progress through rooms in classic mode

  • Or test your limits in endless survival

In Endless mode, enemies never stop.
The tempo keeps rising.

At some point…
it’s no longer about survival —
it’s about how long you can last.

🎯 Surveillance & Alarm System

The facility is watching you.

If cameras detect you, enemies are redirected to your location.
Alarms trigger instantly, increasing pressure.

Destroy cameras and stay in control —
or embrace the chaos and fight through it.

🪖 Armored Enemies

Not every target is the same.

Some enemies wear helmets.
The first shot breaks their defense.
The second shot kills.

Target priority is the key to survival.

⚡ Environmental Traps & Control

The environment is not just background — it’s a tool.

Place electric traps to slow enemies, control areas, and manage pressure.

A well-placed trap can save you…
or recover from a mistake.

💀 Optional Headshot Mode

You choose the rules.

Play a more classic experience —
or enable a harsher challenge:

Enemies take no damage from body shots.
Only headshots can stop them.

This mode tests your aim and precision.

🧍‍♂️ Hostage Interaction

Some rooms contain people waiting to be rescued.

Stay near them to earn rewards.
Leave, and the process is canceled.

Take the risk… or keep moving forward.

🛡️ Combat Support & Playstyle Freedom

There is no single way to survive.

  • Use shields for a defensive playstyle

  • Set traps for area control

  • Play aggressively and push forward

  • Manage resources and play smart

Every decision changes the flow of the game.

🔫 Weapon Control & Reload Styles

Weapon handling is fully in your hands:

  • Manual reload for full control

  • Automatic reload for speed

Play fast and risky —
or controlled and precise.

⚙️ Custom Difficulty & Game Rules

Customize your experience:

  • Enemy density

  • Speed

  • Damage system

  • Game rules (modes)

Create a balanced experience —
or a brutal nightmare that punishes every mistake.

⚠️ If you choose the harder path, the game will warn you.
But once you commit… there’s no turning back.

AI Generated Content Disclosure

The developers describe how their game uses AI Generated Content like this:

This game uses AI-assisted tools for certain non-gameplay elements such as voice lines and some visual assets.

All core gameplay systems, mechanics, and design are fully developed by the creators. AI is only used to support content production and does not affect gameplay logic or player progression.

Mature Content Description

The developers describe the content like this:

This game contains combat-focused gameplay with firearms and enemy encounters. Players can engage in shooting mechanics, and enemies may react with blood effects when hit.

The violence is presented in a gameplay-focused, system-driven context without dismemberment, torture, or extreme gore.

There is no sexual content, drug use, or self-harm themes.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • OS: Windows 10
    • Processor: Intel Core i7
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: GTX 1660
    • DirectX: Version 11
    • Storage: 8 GB available space
    Recommended:
    • OS: Windows 11
    • Processor: AMD Ryzen 9
    • Graphics: RTX 3060
    • DirectX: Version 12
    • Storage: 15 GB available space
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