Released by Konami in 1990, this US arcade version of Aliens is an intense, side-scrolling run-and-gun shooter based on the iconic 1986 sci-fi film. Players take on the roles of Ellen Ripley and Corporal Hicks, battling their way through infested facilities on LV-426 to eradicate the Xenomorph threat. The game captures the film’s tense atmosphere, delivering relentless action against swarms of aliens and massive boss encounters.
How to Play
The objective is to fight through multiple side-scrolling stages, defeat the Xenomorph boss at the end of each level, and ultimately destroy the Alien Queen. You can play solo or cooperatively. Use the arrow keys to move your character, Z to shoot, and X to jump. Powerful weapon upgrades like the smart gun, flamethrower, and 3-way spread shot can be found by destroying supply crates along the way.
Tips
- Prioritize picking up the flamethrower and smart gun, as they make crowd control significantly easier against fast-moving facehuggers.
- You can shoot while crouching or climbing ladders, which is essential for safely taking out enemies attacking from different elevations.
- Save your screen-clearing bombs for boss encounters or moments when you are completely overwhelmed, as they deal massive damage and provide brief invulnerability.
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