Alien Arena
- November 3, 2017
- Alien Arena
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Get on itch.io StoreAlien Arena is a free, online-focused sci-fi shooter featuring fast-paced, arena-style combat. Engage in intense multiplayer matches with various game modes, or hone your skills in the single-player campaign against brutal alien hordes. With a wide array of weapons, unique character models, and impressive map design, Alien Arena delivers a thrilling experience for FPS enthusiasts.
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Reviews
- A beautiful masterpiece that captures the nostalgic vibe of classic arena FPS games, competing well with titles like Quake and Unreal Tournament.
- Offers a fun and engaging gameplay experience with a friendly community, regular tournaments, and competent bots for offline play.
- The game runs well on various systems, features a variety of weapons, and includes free DLC map packs, making it a great value for players.
- The game suffers from a lack of polish, with confusing menu navigation and issues saving server settings, which can frustrate players.
- Repetitive gameplay and a small player base can lead to boredom, especially when playing with bots, and some achievements require excessive grinding.
- There are technical issues, including bugs that can cause crashes and a lack of in-game tutorials, making it challenging for new players to get started.
- gameplay12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Gameplay is described as somewhat repetitive, leading to boredom for some players after just a few hours, despite the potential for longer engagement due to achievements. While the game mechanics may require some adjustment, the low price point makes it an appealing option for those willing to invest time. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some players enjoying extended gameplay while others find it lacking in variety.
“The regular price is surprisingly low and far too low to be on par with its actual gameplay value; especially now on sale, it's so dirt cheap, there is no excuse not to buy it.”
“When I saw that it went up for sale, I knew I had to buy a copy and support the people who had given me hundreds of hours of gameplay.”
“Of course, I still have to get used to the game mechanics and figure some things out.”
“I honestly can’t recommend this game for many reasons, as I already got bored after a few hours of repetitive gameplay.”
“Kind of repetitive gameplay; I will probably play more though, because of achievements.”
“This can get annoying if you just want to jump in right away after setting up your preferred gameplay settings.”
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its humor, offering a lighthearted shooter experience free from excessive gore and brutality. Players appreciate the abundance of funny elements and creative character names, making it an enjoyable option for newcomers and those seeking a comedic twist in gameplay.
“It is a game with humor and skill, and there are many game modes you can play.”
“There are tons of funny elements in the game; just see the screenshots.”
“It's kinda funny that the warriors are really special, even the name is.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in Alien Arena are generally praised for their quality and smooth gameplay, with noticeable improvements over the older free version, particularly in map design. However, some users feel that despite these enhancements, the graphics alone may not be enough to attract new players.
“I've played the old free version; my impression is that the maps look better and there seem to be some graphical improvements.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by a neat design that enhances the overall experience, creating a fun and engaging shooter environment with minimal gore.
“The design and atmosphere are incredibly neat, creating an engaging experience without excessive gore, making it a fun shooter.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has been criticized for its significant bugs, leading users to feel that it is not stable enough for even its low price point of $2 on Steam. Overall, stability issues have detracted from the gaming experience.
“I really wanted to like this game, but the sad reality is that this game is way too buggy to be released for 2 dollars on Steam.”
