First Contact Protocol

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First Contact Protocol

A deep-space collision. A spreading contamination. A crew with conflicting goals. As you explore the ship and try to repair it, every choice you make matters. Some decisions combine in unexpected ways, leading to different outcomes.

A deep-space collision. A spreading contamination. A crew with conflicting goals. As you explore the ship and try to repair it, every choice you make matters. Some decisions combine in unexpected ways, leading to different outcomes.

Compatible With

Play original N64® cartridges on any modern display with perfect accuracy.

Compatible With
Cloud Chromatic Sapphire front view

The best way to play Game Boy® and Game Boy Color® games.

  • Non-linear story shaped by your actions
  • A detailed ship with critical systems and hidden areas
  • Illustrated 8-bit cutscenes by a comic book artist
  • Crew members with their own roles, motives, and personal stakes

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About the Developer

Bio

Name / Studio Name

Ben Jelter

Location

Vermont, USA

How It Started

I’ve been trying to make games for most of my adult life, but programming always felt like a major barrier. Things changed when I discovered GB Studio – it gave me the freedom to create games without needing deep programming knowledge, and that opened the door to more serious development.

Other Games / Projects

The Machine, Unearthed, Metamorphosis Collection, and a few smaller titles.

Fun Fact

I usually start by sketching out a lot of the game on paper. Eventually I realized games are just too complex to track that way – so now I do all my notes and planning in digital tools with infinite canvases. It helps keep everything organized without running out of space!

The Idea

Why I Made This Game

I wanted to tell a grounded sci-fi story on a more intimate scale – something smaller, more character-focused.

What Makes This Game Special

It’s the first game I’ve made using GB Studio 4, and the improvements to the engine were exciting to work with. Compared to my earlier projects, I was able to do a lot more visually, and it was fun pushing those boundaries.

You'll Love This If...

You're a fan of sci-fi, a puzzle lover, or a player who enjoys games with strong character motivations and interpersonal dynamics.

Inspiration / Influences

There are definitely parts that echo Metal Gear, especially in the stealth and movement design. The visual style is loosely inspired by the original Alien – grimy, grounded sci-fi with atmosphere.

Favorite Feature

Without giving too much away, the game includes some creative and surprising ways to get from point A to point B. Those mechanics keep things unexpected and playful.

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
Based on 147 reviews
147 reviews
  • WILLIAM B.
    Verified Buyer
    5 days ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Alien Goo FTW

    As a blob of Alien Goo you must work your way through the spaceship solving puzzles to continue the story. First Contact Protocol is a lot of fun and well worth your time. The graphics and sound are top notch and the branching storylines mean you can replay the game to explore all it has to offer.

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  • Sarah G.
    Verified Buyer
    5 days ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    A ton of fun!

    This game was so much fun - I only wish it was a little longer but I'm excited to play more and get more endings! :)

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  • Aidan K.
    Verified Buyer
    1 week ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    pretty great game

    Its worth the play

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  • Matthew K.
    Verified Buyer
    1 week ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Excellent Game

    Very solid puzzler. Picked up game from developer and needed a physical cartridge for collection!

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  • Jesse
    Verified Buyer
    2 weeks ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Great game

    Sci-fi goodness and vibes.

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