Alien: Rogue Incursion

Alien: Rogue Incursion is a great choice for VR sci-fi horror games if you like games with good visuals, an interesting combat mechanism, and decent sound graphics. The endless Xenomorphs make the game very challenging to lose yourself in.

59%Game Brain Score

story, graphics

optimization, stability

64% User Score Based on 839 reviews

Critic Score 85%Based on 3 reviews

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In Alien: Rogue Incursion , play as Zula Hendricks, an ex-Colonial Marine, in a single-player VR action-horror game set in the Alien franchise universe. Infiltrate a Weyland-Yutani research facility on a dangerous planet, surviving deadly Xenomorphs and uncovering humanity-threatening secrets. This Digital Deluxe Edition comes with bonus content including weapon and armor skins, and a digital artbook.

Genres & Tags

Action

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

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64%

Audience ScoreBased on 842 reviews

story77 positive mentions

optimization83 negative mentions

The game captures the atmosphere and essence of the Alien franchise exceptionally well, making players feel immersed in the universe.
The sound design and voice acting are top-notch, enhancing the overall experience and tension throughout the gameplay.
The gameplay mechanics, including weapon handling and environmental interactions, provide a unique and engaging experience for VR players.

The game suffers from significant performance issues, with many players experiencing crashes, stuttering, and low frame rates even on high-end systems.
The decision to label the game as 'Part 1' at the last minute has frustrated many players, leading to feelings of being misled about the game's content and length.
The enemy AI and spawn mechanics can feel predictable and repetitive, detracting from the horror experience that the franchise is known for.

story
441 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its engaging narrative and character development, particularly in relation to the Alien franchise. However, there is significant criticism regarding the game's marketing, as it was released as "Part 1" without prior indication, leaving players feeling that the story is incomplete. While some found the storytelling immersive and well-integrated with gameplay, others noted issues with pacing and the frequent interruption of enemy spawns, which detracted from the overall experience.
- “So far I am enjoying the game; there are a few things that bug me, but overall the story and atmosphere really grab you.”
- “The story, characters, and dialogue so far are also really well written and performed.”
- “The story is gripping, the voice acting is excellent, and the graphics are truly impressive.”
- “The story itself hits a lot of the same beats as several movies did but with new characters with their own interesting backstory that is revealed through dialogue.”
- “Game was also promoted and sold as a full package until 10 hours before release when they suddenly updated the store page to add that this is part 1 of a 2 part story never mentioning that beforehand which is pretty scummy in my opinion.”
- “They changed the game to include 'part one' on the day of the release, which is misleading for those who expect a complete story.”
optimization
299 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
61%
28%
The game's optimization has received widespread criticism, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including stuttering, frame drops, and graphical glitches, even on high-end systems. Users have noted that they often need to spend considerable time tweaking settings to achieve playable performance, and some have described the optimization as "terrible" or "horrendous." While there are hopes for future patches to improve performance, the current state has left many feeling disappointed and frustrated.
- “With my settings, I don't go below 72fps; I might try it again if I find some area in which performance drops.”
- “Hopefully they will fix this; I see I'm not the only one getting low performance on good settings.”
- “Now that the patch has come out and performance + latency has gotten a fix, alongside virtual desktop and such, I think it's 100% worthwhile.”
- “A lot of my playtime was spent tweaking settings and replaying early sections to find playable performance, rather than actually playing the game.”
- “The performance is completely inadequate for such an average looking game.”
- “Terrible optimization: even on low settings, fps drops are frequent.”
graphics
254 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment in the overall visual quality, particularly when compared to other AAA VR titles. While some appreciate the art style and atmospheric effects, others report significant performance issues, including low frame rates and poor texture quality, even on high-end systems. Overall, the game seems to struggle with optimization, leading to a frustrating experience for those expecting higher graphical fidelity.
- “The graphics are amazing, and the immersive atmosphere truly captures the essence of the films, making you feel right in the middle of the action.”
- “The atmosphere of the game and the visuals are amazing, and there are some nasty situations and surprises awaiting you, this great action horror FPS!”
- “Excellent audio design, great graphics, great world building and story that shows attention to detail and faithfulness to the aliens lore.”
- “The graphics and textures look like they were half made for the Quest 3 standalone, not PC VR, as I expected.”
- “Graphics is mediocre, textures are often poor-looking even on epic settings.”
- “The visuals are a blurry, artifacted mess even on epic settings across the board.”
atmosphere
212 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and authentic recreation of the "Alien" franchise, with exceptional sound design, lighting, and environmental details that evoke a tense and foreboding experience. Many players feel it captures the essence of the films, creating a thrilling and suspenseful environment, although some technical issues and gameplay mechanics detract from the overall experience. Despite these flaws, the game's atmosphere remains a standout feature, making it a must-try for fans of the series and VR gaming.
- “The atmosphere is top notch, the sounds, the particle effects, the lighting; it really feels like being in the movie 'Aliens.'”
- “The atmosphere is simply outstanding and you really feel like you’re there.”
- “The game does an incredible job of capturing the tense, atmospheric vibe of the first two movies.”
- “Its failed attempt at a foreboding horror atmosphere cheapened the gameplay, made the enemies annoying to fight, and forced me to frequently replay sections due to an infrequent save system, auto or manual.”
- “You have absolutely no time to absorb the atmosphere or read any terminals, without getting bombarded with 2-3 aliens every 3 minutes (not an exaggeration).”
- “While the atmosphere is promising, the numerous technical and design flaws make it impossible to recommend in its current state.”
gameplay
210 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with players appreciating the immersive atmosphere and engaging mechanics but criticizing the clunky controls, repetitive enemy encounters, and infrequent save points that disrupt the experience. While some enjoy the weighty feel of the VR interactions and the overall design, others find the combat tedious and lacking depth, leading to frustration during gameplay. Overall, the game shows potential but requires significant refinement to enhance the player experience.
- “Great gameplay and level design overall!”
- “The gameplay is designed to make you feel like you're part of the alien universe.”
- “The combination of dark corridors, sound effects, and gameplay works really well.”
- “Its failed attempt at a foreboding horror atmosphere cheapened the gameplay, made the enemies annoying to fight, and forced me to frequently replay sections due to an infrequent save system, auto or manual.”
- “I really wanted to like the game because the atmosphere and the look of the xenomorphs are exquisite, but the gameplay is tedious and the puzzles are frustrating when you're constantly bombarded by more enemies every couple of minutes.”
- “Finally, the actual gameplay itself is okay but not mind-blowing; xenos come in what feels like well-timed waves of 2-3 individuals, they attack in similarly awkward patterns, and there's not really a set flow of 'calm vs tense' scenarios; it just feels like you get 3-5 minutes between each 'wave'.”
stability
71 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
92%
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous reports of glitches, bugs, and performance issues, including freezing and graphical anomalies. While some players have experienced minimal problems, many others have faced significant frustrations, leading to a consensus that the game is currently unoptimized and buggy. Overall, there is hope for improvement, but many users feel that the game is not yet in a playable state.
- “Anyways, this game runs great so far.”
- “Runs great on my Q2 with an RTX 3060.”
- “Great game, reminiscent of AVP2; could use better optimization, but runs great.”
- “The only problem is that I spent the first 40 minutes troubleshooting, as the game would crash immediately every time I tried to start it.”
- “Game is a buggy mess and they cut the story in half with zero advertisement.”
- “Totally buggy and unplayable at the moment with the Quest 3.”
music
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its ability to enhance emotional depth and atmosphere, particularly during exploration. However, some players expressed disappointment over the lack of iconic tracks from the Alien films and the intrusive nature of fight music, preferring a more ambient soundscape. Overall, while the atmospheric sound design is commendable, there is a desire for a more cohesive and impactful soundtrack throughout the gameplay.
- “I love when people understand how much music affects emotions.”
- “It was a real kick to walk through the iconic steam-filled corridors and hear the occasional musical sting and the scrabbling of claws overhead.”
- “That said, the atmospheric sound design and reactive music are still very impressive and enhance the tension beautifully.”
- “The OST and audio in general is a little underwhelming.”
- “The best part is the alien film music during the main menu, which sadly is not heard anymore during the game.”
- “The fights aren't boring and the gunplay is great; however, I just found them getting in the way by the end, heaving a sigh every time the music piped up.”
grinding
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be overwhelmingly tedious and frustrating, with repetitive tasks such as reading emails and dealing with respawning enemies detracting from the overall enjoyment. The gameplay is criticized for its content padding and lack of variety, leading to a grindy experience that overshadows the otherwise engaging atmosphere and visuals. Many hope future installments will address these issues to enhance the gameplay experience.
- “Instead of being fun, the game was frustrating and tedious.”
- “In the end, it becomes more tedious and annoying than fun when it happens.”
- “This was a huge missed opportunity for this game which I hope can be addressed in its part 2 as getting used to shooting the same 2-3 xenos over and over can get grindy.”
monetization
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has drawn mixed reactions, with many players labeling it a "cash grab" due to price increases and a lack of transparency regarding its episodic nature. While the "ads assist" feature is unpopular among PCVR users, it can be disabled, which some players appreciate, though it remains a significant point of contention. Overall, the monetization approach has led to frustration among users, particularly regarding the game's incomplete story and the perceived exploitation of players.
- “You should be ashamed of yourselves for this cash grab.”
- “Game is a buggy mess and they cut the story in half with zero advertisement.”
- “Nowhere during advertising, or previews did this company state that this was only part 1 of an episodic series.”
humor
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find humor in the game's unexpected moments, such as comical weapon mishaps and minor bugs that lead to laughable situations. The anticlimactic encounters and the absurdity of certain gameplay mechanics contribute to a lighthearted experience, with users appreciating the unintentional humor that arises during tense moments. Overall, the humor adds a unique charm to the gameplay, making frustrating situations more entertaining.
- “Had some funny moments when I tried to reload or rack my weapons back onto my back or leg but I missed and wound up scrambling to get them off the ground when I needed them the most.”
- “I only encountered a couple minor bugs, so far, and one was actually hilarious.”
- “The first encounter with a xeno was so anticlimactic that it made me laugh.”
emotional
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
25%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by well-crafted character interactions that enhance the overall experience, evoking strong feelings from players. However, some reviews criticize the narrative for being overly sanitized, leading to a lack of engagement, while others express frustration with the emotional responses in the community, suggesting that many reviews are driven by immaturity rather than a balanced perspective. Overall, the emotional impact is a mixed bag, with both commendations for depth and critiques for superficiality.
- “Their dynamic is one of the highlights of the experience, with natural, well-written interactions that add emotional weight to the high-octane action.”
- “Made me cry, very cool.”
- “Their dynamic is one of the highlights of the experience, with natural, well-written interactions that add emotional weight to the high-octane action.”
- “The narrative feels overly sanitized, leaving me with no emotional connection to the story.”
- “I was initially worried about the narrative team, and unfortunately, the story turned out to be so sanitized that I lost the willpower to continue.”
- “The emotional depth is lacking, making it hard to engage with the characters or their struggles.”
replayability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate a mixed perception of replayability, with some users finding the game infinitely replayable, while others criticize it for poor design that detracts from the experience, suggesting it lacks meaningful replay value after the initial completion. Overall, the game's replayability seems to hinge on its design choices, with some elements potentially feeling repetitive or linear.
- “Infinitely replayable.”
- “The game offers a variety of choices that make each playthrough feel unique.”
- “With multiple endings and different character paths, you'll find yourself coming back for more.”
- “Imagine someone having to go through all that every single time they want to replay the game--that's just not great design for satisfying replayability.”
- “Or is it all window dressing for an otherwise linear shooter that won't have any replay value once you complete it.”