Aliens: Fireteam

Aliens: Fireteam Elite is a must fan for anyone who enjoyed the Aliens film or those who love a great gaming experience. This is the best action-based game in the Alien universe.

76%Game Brain Score

story, gameplay

stability, grinding

83% User Score Based on 12,321 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 57 reviews

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"Aliens: Fireteam is a third-person survival shooter set in the Aliens universe, where players battle through four campaigns with up to two additional players or AI. The 'Into the Hive Edition' includes a new campaign and the 'Ultimate Edition' offers additional DLCs, weapons, and the full suite of Endeavor Pass cosmetic DLCs. Build your fireteam and explore the mysterious planet LV-895."

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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 12,378 reviews

story617 positive mentions

stability208 negative mentions

story
4,225 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Aliens: Fireteam Elite" is generally considered minimal and somewhat underwhelming, serving primarily as a backdrop for the gameplay rather than a focal point. Players engage in a series of 12 missions across four campaigns, with each mission lasting around 20-30 minutes, but many reviewers note that the narrative lacks depth and fails to deliver a compelling experience, often feeling repetitive and predictable. While the game incorporates elements from the broader Alien franchise, including lore and character references, it ultimately prioritizes action and combat over storytelling, leaving some fans wanting more substantial narrative content.
- “The story is surprisingly good, again if you're into aliens.”
- “The story fits well into the alien universe, but the tube-like levels are unfortunately not varied enough after a few playthroughs.”
- “The story is decent, and voice-acting flows well with the action.”
- “The story is weak, there's only one cutscene, and the npcs mouths don't move when they speak.”
- “The story is lacking however, at times just tacked on as 'stuff you can do if you're bored'.”
- “The biggest issue with the game is that the campaign's story is pretty terrible, and the amount of content is pretty lackluster.”
gameplay
1,650 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Aliens: Fireteam Elite" has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its fast-paced, cooperative action reminiscent of titles like "Left 4 Dead" and "Gears of War." While the core mechanics, such as gunplay and class abilities, are generally well-received, criticisms focus on the repetitive nature of missions and a lack of innovative gameplay elements, leading to a sense of monotony over time. The inclusion of challenge cards adds some variety, but overall, the gameplay experience can feel shallow and formulaic, especially for those seeking deeper mechanics or a more engaging narrative.
- “The gameplay is fast-paced and intense, with players needing to constantly move and shoot to survive against the relentless alien threat.”
- “The attention to detail in design, coupled with the fluidity of gameplay mechanics, makes each encounter a nerve-wracking thrill.”
- “The gameplay and mechanics of 'Aliens: Fireteam Elite' offer an intense and thrilling experience for players.”
- “There were so many simple gameplay issues that kept building my annoyance levels to a point of making me rage quit.”
- “This game brings zero innovation or unique ideas to its gameplay, leaving a very bland and unsatisfied taste in my mouth after having played it.”
- “The gameplay is very repetitive and can be extremely frustrating (especially when playing solo).”
graphics
895 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in "Aliens: Fireteam Elite" have received generally positive feedback, with many players praising the game's ability to capture the aesthetic of the Alien franchise through detailed environments and character models. While some reviews note that the graphics may not be cutting-edge compared to contemporary AAA titles, they are still considered solid and immersive, contributing to the overall atmosphere of the game. However, a few players have pointed out issues such as graphical glitches and a lack of extensive graphical options, which detract from the experience.
- “The graphics in the game are amazing and the controls are very simple.”
- “The combination of stunning visuals and immersive audio creates a truly cinematic experience that transports players into the heart of the alien universe.”
- “The graphics are visually stunning.”
- “Shit controls, bad menu, ugly graphics, no respect to the lore or setting, guns are weak and lame.”
- “The graphics are so-so, nothing to write home about with a game of this simplicity you would think it would be nicer looking.”
- “The graphics feel older than in Alien: Isolation and the game loses even a bit of depth through this fact.”
atmosphere
480 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in "Aliens: Fireteam Elite" is widely praised for its faithful recreation of the iconic ambiance from the Alien franchise, with many reviewers highlighting the impressive sound design, immersive environments, and attention to detail that evoke the films' tension and aesthetic. While some players feel the game lacks the horror elements expected from an Alien title, the overall consensus is that it successfully captures the thrilling and chaotic atmosphere of battling xenomorphs, making it a satisfying experience for fans of the series. However, there are criticisms regarding the game's pacing and repetitive gameplay, which can detract from the atmospheric immersion.
- “The game successfully captures the intense atmosphere of the movies, immersing players in a thrilling fight against hordes of terrifying xenomorphs.”
- “The attention to detail in the game world immerses players in the atmospheric and treacherous world of the alien franchise.”
- “The atmosphere is just great, it really catches the vibe of the second aliens movie and you do feel like you're in it as you play this game.”
- “There is no atmosphere.”
- “The game has no atmosphere, due in large part to how arcadey it plays, and how effortlessly you mow through xenos.”
- “The atmosphere feels like a generic shooter and doesn't provide the chilling feeling that you would expect with the alien franchise.”
music
475 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its atmospheric qualities and ability to evoke nostalgia for the Alien franchise, while others criticize it as forgettable or poorly suited to the game's intense moments. Many players noted that the soundtrack often feels out of place, detracting from the overall experience, leading some to mute the in-game music in favor of the original film scores. Overall, while the sound design and effects are generally well-received, the music remains a divisive aspect, with opinions ranging from appreciation to disappointment.
- “The sound design is exceptional, with a hauntingly atmospheric soundtrack and eerie ambient sounds that amplify the tension and horror.”
- “The music perfectly swells and fades with the waves of xenos, giving you a real sense of panic and relief all at the same time.”
- “The soundtrack in this game feels like it's a continuation of the ones in Alien and mostly Aliens.”
- “The music is terrible.”
- “The soundtrack is not good for this game.”
- “The music is very lacking in enjoyment compared to the movies.”
replayability
459 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The replayability of "Aliens: Fireteam Elite" is a mixed bag, with many players noting that while the game offers various classes, difficulty levels, and challenge cards to enhance replay value, the limited number of missions and scripted encounters can lead to a repetitive experience. Some players find enjoyment in the grind for upgrades and achievements, while others feel that the short campaign and lack of diverse content diminish long-term replayability. Overall, the game has potential for replayability, especially in cooperative play, but it may not satisfy those seeking extensive replay value without additional content updates.
- “Amazing game that has hours of replay value.”
- “The replayability is insane.”
- “Lots of classes to try and a randomized challenge and rewards system definitely puts it up there with the best for replayability; you can choose to stick to one class and still get upgrades to abilities that can be shared with the other classes.”
- “It's a fun game, but I'm not sure how much there is for replay value unless you really cared enough to try and level everything.”
- “For a game that's supposed to have a ton of replay value, it falls flat in delivering any kind of excitement or satisfaction.”
- “The game struggles with replay value.”
stability
235 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with numerous players reporting frequent crashes, connection issues, and various bugs that disrupt gameplay. While some users noted improvements over time and described the game as enjoyable despite its flaws, many others found it to be a "buggy mess" that significantly detracted from the overall experience. Overall, the game appears to suffer from a range of technical issues that can make it frustrating to play, particularly in multiplayer modes.
- “However, I got it later on sale and I guess after a year or so of patches, the game runs great and is a blast.”
- “From a technical standpoint, it runs great.”
- “It's been a long time since I didn't play a game day one with this quality; the game is pretty much bug free, gameplay is well done, animations are okay, and you feel like the developers loved their game.”
- “Frequent crashes, disconnects, and glitches turn a good gameplay experience into a frustrating chore.”
- “The game was so buggy with enemies glitching through walls, floors, and objects that it made the game virtually unplayable and certainly unenjoyable.”
- “Very buggy, with many game-breaking bugs that make the game unplayable.”
grinding
193 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed feedback from players. While some find the grind for gear and weapon mastery enjoyable and rewarding, many others describe it as tedious and repetitive, often leading to boredom after the initial excitement wears off. Overall, the game is characterized as grindy, with players needing to repeatedly complete missions to progress, which can detract from the overall experience, especially for those who prefer a more varied gameplay loop.
- “Progression is quick and fair, not too grindy.”
- “You have a skill and progression system that isn't too grindy, and getting all weapons and a basic set of attachments is fun.”
- “Leveling isn't that bad as well, and it isn't as grindy as I thought it would be.”
- “The missions are long, but many sequences are padded with horde/point defense and feel drawn out and tedious.”
- “It's too hard, too grindy, and gets boring real fast.”
- “The game is tedious after a few minutes and it’s not a good use of money.”
optimization
159 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues such as frame drops, stuttering, and lag, particularly during intense gameplay. While some users noted that the game runs smoothly on decent hardware, others experienced severe performance degradation even on high-end systems. Overall, the consensus suggests that the game requires substantial optimization improvements to enhance the multiplayer experience and address technical shortcomings.
- “Too often tight gameplay is sacrificed in favor of other things, or the engine straight up doesn't feel tight -- not here though, afte is *super* tight, and performance is superb given the detail of the environments.”
- “Very well optimized for PC, though.”
- “The game runs smoothly; the graphics are very good with detailed environments and authentic feeling locations.”
- “Overall it feels badly optimized and lacking in basic quality of life features that the vast majority of online games have.”
- “The game is very poorly optimized; I often drop FPS every time I move through a door, and often even when standing still or in combat.”
- “It's glitchy, poorly optimized (if it's even optimized at all), and it feels cheaply made.”
monetization
116 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players labeling it a "cash grab" that exploits the popular franchise without delivering a polished experience. While some commend the absence of intrusive microtransactions, others criticize the presence of cosmetic DLCs and the perception that the game was initially designed with monetization in mind. Overall, players express a desire for more substantial content and updates rather than additional paid features.
- “There's minimal microtransactions; most stuff you unlock by playing the game.”
- “Another good thing is there are no microtransactions shoehorned in, and I hope it remains that way.”
- “The devs have promised no microtransactions or loot boxes, and another year of content/DLC.”
- “It's just a cash grab by developers who don't care about making good games, only making good money.”
- “This game is an obvious cash grab riding the coat-tails of Alien.”
- “Paid for digital deluxe at launch and now there are additional laughable monetization DLCs.”
humor
66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with players enjoying the funny noises, witty one-liners, and amusing character interactions, particularly in cooperative play. While some moments are genuinely hilarious, such as the absurdity of AI behavior and nostalgic references, others can become repetitive or annoying over time. Overall, the game shines in social settings, providing plenty of laughs among friends, despite some criticisms regarding its execution of humor.
- “The teamwork aspect is both a blessing and a hilarious disaster waiting to happen.”
- “I'm pretty sure I heard my character shout, 'Get away from her, you buggers!' at one point, and I couldn't stop laughing.”
- “The one-liners from the challenge cards and any of the dialogue references from the Alien trilogy films made me laugh and gave my friends and I a nostalgic feeling; it was great!”
- “Whoever wrote the script needs to find a new job; the childish commentary takes away from the supposedly horror genre of aliens. It is not funny.”
emotional
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the emotional aspect of the game received mixed reviews, with some players feeling a strong connection to the lore and gameplay, while others criticized the lack of depth in character development and storytelling. Many fans of the Alien franchise expressed disappointment, feeling that the game failed to evoke the intended emotional responses and instead left them feeling disconnected or frustrated. Despite some moments that sparked emotional reactions, such as intense gameplay scenarios, the overall consensus is that the game did not deliver a compelling emotional experience.
- “As a fan of the Alien franchise, this was heartbreaking.”
- “This is an emotional moment for all of us, okay?”
- “And when it chimes, and you look at it, and see blue blobs coming your way, it has an emotional effect, all on its own.”
- “The story felt very short and lacked depth, making it boring and unengaging.”
- “I didn't feel any emotional connection to the characters or their struggles.”
- “The narrative was predictable and failed to evoke any real feelings.”
character development
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players noting a lack of depth and missed opportunities for more engaging narratives and cinematic moments. While there are mentions of diversity in character upgrades and solid design, many feel that the overall character development is not particularly innovative or impactful. The game's aesthetics and gameplay are praised, but the character development aspect could benefit from further enhancement to create a more immersive experience.
- “I recommend but they need more diversity in the character development and upgrades.”
- “Definitely worth buying; it's got diversity in character development and a wide selection of mods and weapons.”
- “Great and atmospheric co-op shooter with character development.”
- “No real character development, no feeling of dread, no fear, and no enemies I'd ever be afraid of.”
- “I recommend it, but they need more diversity in the character development and upgrades.”
- “Definitely worth buying; it's got diversity in character development and a wide selection of mods and weapons, but could use another mode like becoming a xenomorph against the enemy fireteam.”