Overview

Deep Core Protocol is an incremental simulation game that challenges players to descend into the earth, mine resources, and evolve their operations into a highly automated, explosive spectacle. Starting with just a pickaxe, players will break ore, earn gold, and invest in upgrades to their equipment and Core Matrix. The game progresses from manual labor to a complex system of AI, powerful skills, and synergistic upgrades that transform simple mining into a chain reaction of attacks and explosions.

Highlights

  • Evolving Gameplay: Progress from manual pickaxe mining to fully automated resource extraction powered by AI and explosive skills.
  • Deep Customization: Build and upgrade your Core Matrix to unlock powerful synergies and dramatically alter your mining strategy.
  • Satisfying Progression: Experience a satisfying loop of upgrading, unlocking new abilities, and witnessing your mining operation become an explosive force.

Who It's For

This game is perfect for players who enjoy incremental and idle games, especially those with a focus on automation and resource management. If you find satisfaction in watching numbers go up and systems evolve into complex, self-sustaining engines, Deep Core Protocol offers a compelling experience. Fans of simulation games with a casual, 2D presentation will also find a lot to love here.

Game Info

Developed and published by Shinum, Deep Core Protocol is a single-player experience released on September 3, 2026. It features Steam Achievements, custom volume controls, and camera comfort options. The game includes stylized fantasy violence, combat effects, and explosions, but no sexual content or realistic gore. It is available in English, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese (Brazil), and Russian.