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Below are 13 hand-picked alternatives to Containment Protocol for fans of action, indie, adventure, ranked by imho.run's hybrid recommender. Each pick is scored on three signals: collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries (which players who logged hours in Containment Protocol also play), content overlap on genres, categories, and storefront tags, and review-mined "vibe" embeddings that catch tonal similarity even when the genre label differs. Sections below cover closest matches, reviewer cross-mentions, free-to-play picks, more from Xiotex Studios Ltd. No login required — these picks work anchor-only.

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About Containment Protocol: A top-secret military research facility has gone dark. Their last communication only had two words in it: “Containment Protocol” Your task is to infiltrate the facility using a prototype remote control drone and work out what has happened to the facility and more importantly - what has happened to the weapon.

2015ActionIndieAdventureEarly AccessWindows · macOSby Xiotex Studios Ltd
Containment Protocol — Steam game cover

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  1. Aimlabs

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    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Indie with Containment Protocol.

    Aimlabs is the aim trainer of choice for over 45 Million players, from beginners to esports pros. Our unique aim analysis optimizes your gameplay, targets your weaknesses & builds key skills for any FPS game! Time to warm up with our unlimited scenarios & rank up in-game!

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  2. Blackwake

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    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Indie with Containment Protocol.

    Blackwake is a multiplayer naval FPS focused on teamwork and cooperation. Fire the cannons, sink enemy ships or board them with firearms and steel.

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  3. Darwin Project

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    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Indie with Containment Protocol.

    In Darwin Project, ten inmates must survive the elements, track each other, fight, craft tools, and use their social skills to be the last one standing. It's a unique take on battle royale with a Show Director to influence the match and Spectator Interactions to create a one-of-a-kind game show.

    2020ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  4. AirMech

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    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Indie with Containment Protocol.

    AirMech® Strike is a fast paced Action-RTS game that can be played solo, coop, or competitively online. Earn Kudos and Experience in battle and unlock a wide collection of AirMechs and Units while you practice the perfect strategy to emerge victorious!

    2018ActionStrategyIndieFreeSteam ↗
  5. Tactical Monsters Rumble Arena

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Adventure with Containment Protocol.

    Are you ready to RUMMMBLE?

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  6. Astrometica: Prologue

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    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Indie with Containment Protocol.

    Astrometica: Prologue is the free game about surviving in space. You need to use your skills and tools to stay alive. There are many challenges to face, and you need to fight to survive. You also need to build a new base in space.

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  7. Cat Burglar: A Tail of Purrsuit

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Adventure with Containment Protocol.

    Cat Burglar is a short, light-hearted, stealth, puzzle platformer with a pet charity awareness campaign. Help Kat find her way into the Dogo Corps base to discover Major Bulls' master plan.

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  8. Goblin Summer Camp

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Indie with Containment Protocol.

    The one true multiplayer goblin simulator. Play Goblin Tag and acquire power ups that let you leap across the entire map. Play Hide and Seek and annoy your friends with ‘REEEES’ when they cant find you. Stay alive in Death Run without being trapped. Be a goblin and do goblin things!

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More from Xiotex Studios Ltd

Other recommendable Steam games by Xiotex Studios Ltd, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.

  1. Blast Em!

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Xiotex Studios Ltd, the studio behind Containment Protocol. Shares Action and Indie with Containment Protocol.

    Protect the universe from the evil Alien robots terror-bent on eliminating the Earth and all of Humanity! Take control of the ship and blast the hell out of anything that moves and if it doesn’t move – blast it anyway to be sure.

    2014ActionIndieSteam ↗
  2. Caretaker Retribution

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Xiotex Studios Ltd, the studio behind Containment Protocol. Shares Action and Indie with Containment Protocol.

    The stars are going out. A team is sent to find out why. They discover the cause and try to stop it. They don’t make it out alive. Caretaker Retribution is a 6DOF shooter for PC and Mac that also works on HTC Vive and Oculus Rift.

    2016ActionIndieSimulationSteam ↗
  3. Caretaker Sacrifice

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Xiotex Studios Ltd, the studio behind Containment Protocol. Shares Action and Indie with Containment Protocol.

    An epic sci-fi 6DOF adventure, puzzle and shooter featuring the voice of David Hewlett (Stargate). At the end of time, struggle through a hostile alien machine to solve the ultimate mystery and fulfil your final mission.

    2016ActionIndieAdventureSteam ↗
  4. Promethium

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Xiotex Studios Ltd, the studio behind Containment Protocol. Shares Action and Indie with Containment Protocol.

    Inspired by classic Commodore 64 and arcade games, Promethium is a hard-as-nails retro inspired side-scrolling shoot-em-up that takes place over numerous levels that get harder and harder. If you’re after a nice calm casual game this isn’t it!

    2017ActionIndie7.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. The Alpha Device

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Xiotex Studios Ltd, the studio behind Containment Protocol. Shares Action and Indie with Containment Protocol.

    Beyond space, beyond reason... beyond humanity. Discover a gripping tale of a dystopian future narrated by David Hewlett, star of the Academy Award-winning The Shape Of Water.

    2018ActionIndieAdventureFreeSteam ↗

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Containment Protocol was developed by Xiotex Studios Ltd.

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