In an article that discussed 2011's exploration games, Jim Rossignol of Rock, Paper, Shotgun described Proteus as "one of the most charming experiences" he had had in an indie game.
I en artikel som diskuterade 2011 års spel om utforskande, beskrev Jim Rossignol på Rock, Paper, Shotgun Proteus som "en av de mest charmiga upplevelser" han hade haft i ett indiespel.