Cypher Protocol: Subject Zero – New Version 0.2.0 [Graven Crowley]

Info: Cypher Protocol: Subject Zero is a brutal adventure set in a dystopian world. You play as Zero, a super soldier who has lost everything , except his rage. In this chaotic world, you’ll witness twisted horrors, romance femmes fatales and build a team of charismatic characters. Uncover dark secrets, and tear down the system to get your revenge. With tactical turn-based combat, real-time stealth, and graphic adventure sections, Cypher Protocol: Subject Zero mixes RPG elements with cinematic storytelling. The game draws inspiration from the old classics from the 80’s, 90’s and early 2000’s , blending multiple genres to deliver an experience that throws back to the raw and dark atmospheres that defined a generation.​

Date: 09.10.2026
Language: English
Version: 0.2.0
Censored: No

1. Extract and run either Cypher Protocol - Subject Zero or Game.Exe

v0.2.0 — Official Changelog
IMPORTANT: New Game Required
This update rewrites many of the game’s foundational systems, UI, and gameplay elements. 36 new plugins have been added and numerous third-party plugins removed. Existing saves are not compatible — you must start a New Game.
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New Scenes & Story Content
– Added a new scene and choice in the bathroom (influences the presence of certain PTSD events)
– Added a new flashback
– Added new story content and progression
– Added a new intro sequence when starting a new game
– Added new missions
– Enhanced several older scenes with new renders, soundtracks, and effects
– New Hot scenes with Giulia
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New Characters & Companions
– New Character — Gremlin: Find her on the map
– New Garage – Upgrade your car
– New Companion — Meatballs: You can now save Piko’s dog when you meet him
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Stealth Missions (Major Overhaul)
The old RPG Maker structure has been completely scrapped. The new system includes:
– New UI
– Mouse-aimed shooting — shoot exactly where you point
– Enemy grabbing: Use enemies as human shields, interrogate them, or toss them against walls or other enemies
– Crate interaction: Toss crates at enemies, or use larger crates as cover
– Interrogation: Interrogate enemies while carrying them
– Enemy profiles: Press E on an enemy to view their profile (useful when hunting a specific target)
– Real-time enemy combat: Enemies now shoot at you instead of triggering turn-based combat
– Bullet Time: Activate to dodge incoming bullets
– Stabbing: Melee takedowns on enemies
– Grappling Hook: Pull yourself toward any wall, or drag enemies toward you (hold the button to drag them around)
– Security Cameras: Positioned around certain corners — shoot them, or they’ll trigger the alarm when they spot you
– Lockpicking: Pick locks on doors
– Enemy-assisted door unlocking: Carry or toss enemies near doors to unlock them
– Lethal / Non-lethal ammo toggle: New icons included
– Specter 9mm now usable in turn-based combat
– Prisoner rescue and more
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Fully Drivable Vehicles (New System)
Say goodbye to dated RPG Maker movement and random encounters on the map. You’ll now travel between objectives in real time — while being chased.
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Vehicular Combat
Enemies will pursue you across the map and will:
– Chase you down
– Ram into you
– Shoot at you
– Lock on with homing missiles
– Release mines in your path
– …and use other skills
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Vehicle Upgrades & UI
– Bullets (already mounted on the car)
– Homing Missiles
– Nitro
– Bullet Time (available from the beginning)
– Mines
– Decoy
– EMP
– Shield
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Vehicle Maintenance
– Repair your vehicle
– Refuel your vehicle
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World Content & Events
– Smashable crates — break them open and loot what’s inside
– Radio — tune in while you drive
– Random events — including escorts (e.g., protecting a vehicle from Point A to Point B)
– Ally hiring menu — hire allies who fight on your side, maintain formation, and help you until they die
– Mouse wheel speed control — set your car’s max speed, perfect for escorting slower vehicles
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New UI Systems
Inventory / Equipment / Stats UI
Say goodbye to the clunky RPG Maker MZ interface. No more back-and-forth between menus — everything you need is in one spot.
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Terminal Interface & Network
A new terminal interface with its own network, bringing classic netrunner retro vibes to the game.
– Access the terminal from your C-pad
– Browse character profiles with keywords, hack terminals, and access minigames
– Browse other characters’ files — read their emails, view pictures, listen to audio files, and more
– Pay attention to details around you; they may contain words needed to access secret files
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Text & Choices UI
– Special layouts for certain events
– Improved frames and design
– Option to hide the UI with H
– Terminal/typewriter text effect
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Codec UI
The old version was made entirely from pictures. The new version embraces the new UI and includes terminal-style functions — it can display pictures and features a much better overall interface.
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Merchant System & UI
Completely custom. Say goodbye to the ugly, clunky RPG Maker MZ merchant menu.
– Merchants have their own pockets — if you keep selling and never buying, they’ll run out and won’t be able to sell
– Items you sell will appear in their stock, so you can buy them back
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Additional UI Improvements
– New loot menu UI — now shows a description of each item looted
– New radial menu — replaces the old RPG Maker menu
– New gallery menu — custom-built, replacing the old plugin
– New background plugin — change wallpapers of the Terminal, menu, and other windows; choose from animated backgrounds or any picture from the gallery
– New title screen UI — replaces the fake picture-based menu; the continue button now only appears if you have a save
– New upgrades menu/UI — upgrade your car to improve your arsenal
– New windows UI — replaces the old picture-based menus; noticeable when starting a new game (yes/no prompts)
– New tooltip/mouse cursor — different cursor states (Hover, Click, Default); tooltips shown as typewriter text instead of icons
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Minor Plugins
– Settings
– Skip Videos
– Credits Scroll
– Titles on Screen
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New Mini-Games
– Hacking — Crack the correct sequence to unlock crates and doors
– Lockpicking — Requires precision instead of timing
– Safe Code — Random sequence; listen to the sounds to find the right combination
– Wood Chopping — Reworked for a more fun and rewarding experience
– Power Balls — A new minigame that allows you to strip the various characters you meet
– First character added: Cobra with 8 pictures
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New Weapons
– [Redacted]
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New Jukebox
Listen to the game soundtrack whenever you want, thanks to a brand-new custom plugin made by Graven Crowley.
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Updated by BrokenExile:
Out-of-Combat Reload & Ammo Count
Thanks to his update, his API has been hooked into the UI to show the ammo loaded in weapons.
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New Infamy System
Turn-Based Combat Infamy: Infamy grows with each enemy defeated in turn-based combat
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Changes
– Regular food now restores some energy
– Massive revamp of game mechanics and UI
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Fixes
– Fixed some minor bugs
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Thank you for playing, and enjoy Update 0.2.0!