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Aliens: Dark Descent

Aliens: Dark Descent

June 20, 2023
Focus Entertainment
3.6/5.0(8,000 reviews)
~4h playtime
Strategy

Xbox Series S/X · PC · PlayStation 5 · PlayStation 4 · Xbox One

Good

Overall player feedback for "Aliens: Dark Descent" is predominantly positive, praising its atmospheric tension, engaging gameplay mechanics, and fidelity to the Aliens franchise, while criticism often centers around bugs and a frustrating save system. The game receives strong recommendations, especially from fans of the series, although issues with bugs and mechanics detract from the experience for some players.

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About This Game

In Aliens: Dark Descent, command a squad of Colonial Marines to confront a Xenomorph outbreak on Moon Lethe. This real-time strategy game features tactical combat, resource management, and a persistent world where player choices matter, immersing you in a rich sci-fi horror experience.

Highlights

  • Engaging tactical gameplay reminiscent of XCOM
  • Captures the iconic atmosphere of the Aliens franchise
  • Real-time squad command with character-switching mechanics
  • Challenging missions with permanent team consequences
  • Rich sound design and immersive voice acting
  • Dynamic enemy AI that adapts to your strategies
  • Multiple classes and specializations for squad customization
  • A persistent world that evolves based on player decisions.

Themes

sci-fihorrormilitarysurvivaldarkdystopianexplorationmystery-solving

Mechanics

real-timeresource-managementcombatstealthexplorationpuzzle-solvingcharacter-switchingstory-driveninventory-managementmultiple-endings

Platforms

Xbox Series S/X
PC
PlayStation 5
PlayStation 4
Xbox One

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Mature 17+
Languages:
Chinese (Simplified)Chinese (Traditional)EnglishFrench (France)GermanItalianJapaneseKoreanPolishPortuguese (Brazil)RussianSpanish (Mexico)
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Player Reviews

Good

Overall player feedback for "Aliens: Dark Descent" is predominantly positive, praising its atmospheric tension, engaging gameplay mechanics, and fidelity to the Aliens franchise, while criticism often centers around bugs and a frustrating save system. The game receives strong recommendations, especially from fans of the series, although issues with bugs and mechanics detract from the experience for some players.

Pros

  • • Engaging gameplay and mechanics
  • • Captures the atmosphere of the Aliens franchise
  • • Strong tactical elements reminiscent of XCOM
  • • Challenging yet rewarding experience
  • • Good sound design and voice acting

Cons

  • • Frequent bugs and glitches impacting gameplay
  • • Frustrating save system with limited manual saves
  • • Some characters and graphics perceived as subpar
  • • Repetitive elements in gameplay
  • • Predictable storyline

Based on 99 reviews from steam

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Aliens: Dark Descent — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aliens: Dark Descent worth playing?
Aliens: Dark Descent has a good reception from players, holding an average score of 3.6 out of 5 across 8,000 reviews.
What platforms is Aliens: Dark Descent available on?
Aliens: Dark Descent is available on PS4 and PS5.
When did Aliens: Dark Descent release?
Aliens: Dark Descent released on June 20, 2023.
What is Aliens: Dark Descent's age rating?
Aliens: Dark Descent carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Mature 17+.
Aliens: Dark Descent - Tactical Sci-fi Horror Strategy Game