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Protostar: War on the Frontier is a space simulation game released in 1993 for MS-DOS. Developed and published by Tsunami Media, Inc., it is a science fiction title focused on space flight and exploration, presented from a first-person perspective. The game is set in a galactic frontier where an alien species called the Skeetch poses a threat to humanity.

Players command a starship under the banner of the human organization Newfront, which has initiated the Protostar Initiative. The primary objective is to secure alliances with four other alien races to unite against the Skeetch threat. Gameplay involves piloting the ship to explore star systems, scanning and landing on planets to survey their surfaces for resources. Players can also discover and name new planets and alien lifeforms during their travels.

Progression is driven by interacting with the various alien factions encountered. Players engage in diplomacy and barter to conduct trade, which can improve the financial standing of Newfront and acquire useful items. The game systems include managing crew recruitment for the ship and navigating conflicts, as some races may be hostile, leading to space combat. The experience integrates exploration, resource gathering, economic management, and tactical decision-making within a structured narrative framework.