Released in 2009, [PROTOTYPE] is a high-octane, open-world action game featuring Alex Mercer, who navigates a viral outbreak in Manhattan by consuming enemies to gain their memories and shape-shifting abilities. Renowned for its fluid combat, parkour traversal, and, as discussed on Reddit, the pure anti-hero power fantasy, the game is considered a standout in the genre. More information on this classic title is available on its Wikipedia page Wikipedia .