Alien: Isolation

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  1. Xenomordia
    Jul 22, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Straight Forward. The Xenomorph is my spirit animal. The first movie heralded a new outlook on the scifi genre, as well as for the horror genre. This thing has haunted me since I first experienced Alien as a kid. Everywhere I went at night, in the dark, I was extra silent, in case one lurked in the trees or around the corner. Even, under the bed. In closets. Dark sheds in the daytime.

    It scared the piss out me. So much so, that I began to emulate it -short of killing people and using them for food or alive as hosts for my offspring- as a way to know thine enemy.

    I've lived among human monsters, hiding in plain sight.

    While there are those of you who would avoid predation in the city by keeping your keys in your fists, and only walking among street lamps, I avoided predation by those monsters by moving silently in the darkness embraced. Watching the watchers... and the watched. So, Spirit Guide.

    That being said, On to Isolation.

    No game or movie since the first has chilled my bones more.

    The Ambiance, the music, the well-placed lighting, the all-forgotten temporary morgues... This is the game for which I've long awaited.

    The game-play mechanics are simple, yet fit well with the keep-moving-or-die vibe Creative Assembly was aiming to impose upon the player. The same can be said of the crafting system, of which certain other reviews have claimed to be shallow.

    It pretty much has to be, in order to keep up with the pace. Once you catch your stride in dodging the primary antagonist without feeling the need to hide in a wall locker for hours on end, and learn what it means to truly be conservative -or liberal- in the use of crafted or existing items, it becomes more of a case of Tom and Jerry, rather than ordinary cat-and-mouse. The fun is in the tricking, dodging, and outsmarting of the Xeno.

    If you're good enough, quick enough, and fast enough, a well placed flashbang can be deadly for your enemies. This is Xenomordia, Signing off.    … Expand
  2. Sonicfishcake42
    Jan 2, 2016
    10
    I will happily give this a perfect 10, this is by far the best Alien game I've ever played. The tension and atmosphere is perfectly recreated from the movies I enjoyed when I was younger. The game has made me literally yelp in fright multiple times. I understand this is not everyones cup of tea however this will be highly rated by horror game and Alien fans alike. Recently read the IGNI will happily give this a perfect 10, this is by far the best Alien game I've ever played. The tension and atmosphere is perfectly recreated from the movies I enjoyed when I was younger. The game has made me literally yelp in fright multiple times. I understand this is not everyones cup of tea however this will be highly rated by horror game and Alien fans alike. Recently read the IGN review that gave it a low rating and criticised it highly. This game is nothing short of a masterpiece as you can see from the user reviews; IGN have it all wrong.… Expand
  3. mikemaza9
    Jan 10, 2016
    10
    It was a perfect game from the beginning to the end!! The best Alien and horror game that I've ever played!! It could be hard at times but I guess that's how should be played a survival horror game!
  4. Dead_Head
    Feb 18, 2016
    10
    Amazing game. Great story, graphics, gameplay and pacing. Don't understand the bad/mixed reviews...This game is definitely worth picking up, especially if you're a fan of the Alien franchise. Stay's true to the franchise and is a fantastic new entry into the story arch. The only complaint I have is how poorly the character animations were handled. The voice acting is top notch, but theAmazing game. Great story, graphics, gameplay and pacing. Don't understand the bad/mixed reviews...This game is definitely worth picking up, especially if you're a fan of the Alien franchise. Stay's true to the franchise and is a fantastic new entry into the story arch. The only complaint I have is how poorly the character animations were handled. The voice acting is top notch, but the character mouth and face animations are awful. At times during conversations characters mouth's won't move at all, making it difficult to tell who is talking to you. Certainly not a perfect game, but the hands down the best Alien game I have ever played. Giving it a 10 to boost it's overall score since it is most deserving of a better score than it has received from critics.… Expand
  5. Luka1998010
    May 10, 2021
    10
    Chilling, intense and nerve wrecking
    Turn off the lights and enjoy
    Alien Isolation is one of the best horror/survival games ever
  6. thehoang123
    Aug 30, 2022
    10
    Easy one of the best horror games ever. I'm the type of person that don't get scared of horror games at all but still, Alien Isolation is very good horror game, beautiful graphics but also very well optimized, the AI of the Xenomorph in this game is a next level. Highly recommended.
  7. SthlmHappyDude
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    This is the best Alien game ever done IMO. I am playing it right now with headphones on and I must say this live up and past the expectation for me at least.

    Lightning and sound: Lighting in some areas are just perfect and for me it feels like I am some times standing in the corridors from Alien 1 and 2 and I have rely some times just stood in a corridor watching the lightning and    This is the best Alien game ever done IMO. I am playing it right now with headphones on and I must say this live up and past the expectation for me at least.

    Lightning and sound:

    Lighting in some areas are just perfect and for me it feels like I am some times standing in the corridors from Alien 1 and 2 and I have rely some times just stood in a corridor watching the lightning and being amazed because some times this game is just mindblowing beautiful.

    The sound is up there with the best tension games right now. It makes everything so scary.
    Me for once sat in an Airduct for like 5 minutes before daring to go out because just the sound of the area made it so intense.

    Graphics:

    The graphics overall you can some times wish a little more off but overall the graphics are rely good and really lifts the feeling of behind stuck on a huge Space station/ship with a huge alien monster hunting you around.

    Ai:

    The "humans/Androids" Ai is some what "meh" and its understanding because the AI TRULY shines when you meet the ALIEN. I have many times actually wondered if the Alien is playing with me.

    Yes you heard it right, A computer game where I wonder if the AI is so smart so it play with me.
    For an instance: I sit in a room pitch black with the alien on the other side of the door looking for me.
    I sit in that room for maybe 5 min (irl) just waiting and listening.

    After 5 min is gone I move and come out in the corridor, I move like 10 feet and I get attacked from the alien HIDING IN AN AIRDUCT ! Just so he can jump out in my way and finish me of with a claw to the face.

    With that said you will MANY TIMES in this game have some REALLY Cat and mouse hunts in this game.
    You running through a corridor just to turn around to see you are not followed, Just to turn around again and realizing that the alien took a shorter route through the air duct and now stand behind you.

    If I HAVE to say bad things about the game I rely have to force my self to find some.
    But IF I now have to then it would be that there is a little to much humans with guns in this game and that it would have been better if they would have taken some of them away at least, together with some weapons.

    Other then that this game is a masterpiece and can't wait for a sequel in Alien 2 setting or even a new movie following this game.

    10/10 hands down !! Every one should get this !!
    And if you planning on getting an oculus rift, GET THIS NOW !!!!    … Expand
  8. Kyoo
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    The attention to detail in this game is amazing, it's what was missing from Colonial Marines (plus the graphics they promised). So far, I am immersed, I feel like I am in the living, breathing universe that was of the 1979 "Alien" movie.

    As a diehard of the franchise / universe, thanks for making this game!
  9. caesarzx
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    THE exact Alien game that all fans have been waiting for is finally here.

    The game has the most gorgeous graphic technically and a 50+ average fps on not-too-old computers, which is surprising for a Total War game studio, not to mention the rich and exact feeling of the atmosphere of the first Alien film, which is among those 1970s defining phenomenal films. Playing hide-and-seek    THE exact Alien game that all fans have been waiting for is finally here.

    The game has the most gorgeous graphic technically and a 50+ average fps on not-too-old computers, which is surprising for a Total War game studio, not to mention the rich and exact feeling of the atmosphere of the first Alien film, which is among those 1970s defining phenomenal films.

    Playing hide-and-seek with an terrifying and invincible Alien, which is pretty new to most of the gamers, makes you high so often(a bit LATE of course, though) that your adrenaline keeps gushing out of your body without your control, even though you have realized that the AI is cheating somehow.    … Expand
  10. samuelmason900
    Oct 9, 2014
    10
    IGN and other critics which are giving negative reviews for this game are drunk they should close their companies
    this is one hell of game.you are being hunted by worst predator and best thing you can hide even you have weapons best stealth/horror game
  11. partyintheback
    Oct 15, 2014
    10
    Easily the best Alien game ever created. Attention to detail, stealth gameplay, and A.I. is top notch in this game. You must buy this one. Creative Assembly and Sega created something special with Alien Isolation.
  12. Cyberlion
    Oct 11, 2014
    9
    Playing cat and mouse with the Alien, with the proximity scanner in hand is an amazing experience! Bravo. Polished presentation, good story and dialog. I love how challenging this game is, it doesn't baby you, it feels like your truly alone in the space station.
  13. joanjett
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Well i must say i had my doubts after C.Marines but nicely done.
    I'm 10 hours in right now and and having a blast! Saving can be a pain
    sometimes but i understand why they did it. Not 1 bug that I've encountered
    so far and the game is just beautiful and highly optimize.....might be the best
    pc port ever!!!!!!!!!! Well after C.Marines and Rome total war they got this one right!
  14. ChiaFetus
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    This game should come with a free box of diapers, or at least a clean pair of boxers. The graphics are amazing, the AI is a bit wonky, but I'm sure a patch will sort that out. You can tell that this game was made by a group of people that loved the original. This is the Alien game that I've been waiting for since I played Aliens on Commodore 64.
  15. YoungHomie
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    Excellent game with the tension that i've never experienced yet, the graphics look great and the atmosphere is something else! The game lives up to the original movie, so the fans will be certainly pleased.
  16. maxikei
    Oct 9, 2014
    9
    I was hooked from the very first minute. As an Alien fan this game is a dream come true. It is very true to the original movie and does indeed feel like some sort of sequel. The design of the Sevastopol etc. is amazing, it looks so much like the Nostromo. The graphics are beautiful, definitely one of the best looking games so far. This is one of the most atmospheric and intense gamingI was hooked from the very first minute. As an Alien fan this game is a dream come true. It is very true to the original movie and does indeed feel like some sort of sequel. The design of the Sevastopol etc. is amazing, it looks so much like the Nostromo. The graphics are beautiful, definitely one of the best looking games so far. This is one of the most atmospheric and intense gaming experiences I ever had. I played the game on hard-mode, and did not feel like it was unfair. It is rather challenging, yes, but in a fun and rewarding way. The criticised save system is not a problem for me, I never had to play a section more than 3 times tops before I managed to reach the next save point. Anyway, if you are a fan of Alien or survival horror, this is a must buy!… Expand
  17. Beatlejuice
    Oct 12, 2014
    9
    I love this game. It is difficult but doable. It does an excellent job on recreating the enviroment and fear of the first movie. If you are looking for Aliens shoot-em-up marines, this is not your game. It is well done and attention to details were not missed.

    Few complaints is it seems the alien is some cases never gets far enough away. It hounds you constantly in some parts and it    I love this game. It is difficult but doable. It does an excellent job on recreating the enviroment and fear of the first movie. If you are looking for Aliens shoot-em-up marines, this is not your game. It is well done and attention to details were not missed.

    Few complaints is it seems the alien is some cases never gets far enough away. It hounds you constantly in some parts and it obvious builds tension. Maybe a little less would be okay but you learn to fear every noise.

    First excellent Alien game in a VERY long time.    … Expand
  18. Justmatt101
    Oct 9, 2014
    9
    Critics or gamers who try to down play what these developers have done are clueless. This is one of the bravest and boldest games to come out that I can ever remember. Not perfect. But incredibly entertaining and unquestionably faithful to the source material. Unscripted events abound in this game. Whether it's the alien hunting you, or you battling it out with other survivors or the alienCritics or gamers who try to down play what these developers have done are clueless. This is one of the bravest and boldest games to come out that I can ever remember. Not perfect. But incredibly entertaining and unquestionably faithful to the source material. Unscripted events abound in this game. Whether it's the alien hunting you, or you battling it out with other survivors or the alien turning those same survivors into kibble thanks to a confrontation you engineered.....it's simply amazing. And scary. Holy hell is it scary.
    People who claim its too frustrating or that they died too many times....this isn't the genre for you. And you're not playing properly. Sorry. You're not. I've died. But never to the point that it's frustrating. Careful, considered gameplay pays off.
    People who whinge that you can't fight back.....sorry, you're wrong too. Unless shooting, braining, or burning androids and human adversaries doesn't count. It's simply that you need to consider whether the risk is worth that approach. And understanding that Amanda Ripley is not "Master Chief."
    The AI does not cheat. The AI simply doesn't follow set routines. If you make noise, odds are it will investigate. If there's no reason to think you couldn't have left a corner of the map, that SOB will look for you with will and a purpose. You just need to figure a way out.
    The length is fine. Could it have been trimmed a little? Sure. But it's never tedious. And frankly, I enjoyed every minute...every image..every sound. It's like you're in the flipping Alien universe. All that's missing are the smells.
    Replayability? Yep. Survivor mode is awesome for a quick fix. They'll be adding to it as part of the season pass (yes, season passes are separate discussion but I think this one will be worth it). And even with the campaign, understand that outside of a few set events the alien will never be in the same place, never act exactly the same way every time you play. Items are in different locations. There are not guarantees. Hell, I'll play again to see just how far I can get without dying.
    If you're a fan of the franchise or horror games, period, you need to pick this up.    … Expand
  19. DarkStar286
    Oct 11, 2014
    10
    It really is something special and I don't think I've ever experienced anything like it before. Plenty of games have had moments sheer terror and caused the occasional adrenaline rush (storming the beach in the original Medal of Honour springs to mind), but nothing comes close to this for the level of fear it manages to consistently maintain. And it's mostly down to the incredibleIt really is something special and I don't think I've ever experienced anything like it before. Plenty of games have had moments sheer terror and caused the occasional adrenaline rush (storming the beach in the original Medal of Honour springs to mind), but nothing comes close to this for the level of fear it manages to consistently maintain. And it's mostly down to the incredible soundscape of the game; it's rarely what you see that gets the adrenaline pumping, but all the little noises around you. Or when your tracker suddenly pings and you don't know why....

    Speaking of adrenaline rushes, I genuinely think this game should carry some sort of health warning. No film I've ever watched, or game I've ever played, or indeed any extreme sport I've ever tried, has kept me in such a constant heightened state. I'm not a youngster any more and I stopped playing after an hour or so in the couple of sessions I've played as I was actually a little worried that being in such a state for so long probably wasn't doing my heart any favours. Especially the first time the alien found me and I ran and hid in a cupboard, only for it to suddenly rip the door off just as I thought I'd escaped....

    One last point on the specs. I was stunned to find that it runs beautifully on my ageing gaming rig with all the setting at max. I didn't think my poor old Phenom II 965 and Radeon 6970 would ever be able to run a AAA game at max again, but this looks absolutely stunning and the frame rate never noticeably drops.    … Expand
  20. stridiculous
    Oct 11, 2014
    10
    "Many licensed games use art and sound assets from the original source, but most, at best, do a good impersonation. Alien: Isolation feels like Alien. Clean lines and dirty surfaces. Brutal, utilitarian spaces and gently dancing light. The interplay between abrasive, ambiguous noise, weighted, underplayed dialogue, and thick, nervous silence. That atmosphere. Plenty of games, officially or"Many licensed games use art and sound assets from the original source, but most, at best, do a good impersonation. Alien: Isolation feels like Alien. Clean lines and dirty surfaces. Brutal, utilitarian spaces and gently dancing light. The interplay between abrasive, ambiguous noise, weighted, underplayed dialogue, and thick, nervous silence. That atmosphere. Plenty of games, officially or not, try to steal the look of Alien, but only Isolation has ever captured its soul. "… Expand
  21. DeadlyShadow47
    Oct 12, 2014
    10
    First of all - BRAVO Creative Assembly! BRAVO! This is the TRUE Alien game that fans have been waiting since AVP games era. Absolutely genius work... The Atmosphere, Visuals and Music are so top notch, it just screams Ridley Scott's ALIEN! Gameplay is just as good, you feel like you are really being stalked by a perfect killing machine, insead of beying Rambo dude. All in all this game isFirst of all - BRAVO Creative Assembly! BRAVO! This is the TRUE Alien game that fans have been waiting since AVP games era. Absolutely genius work... The Atmosphere, Visuals and Music are so top notch, it just screams Ridley Scott's ALIEN! Gameplay is just as good, you feel like you are really being stalked by a perfect killing machine, insead of beying Rambo dude. All in all this game is the BEST Alien game to date. Can't wait to see what CA will do next with this amazing franchise.… Expand
  22. MikeRoss
    Oct 7, 2014
    8
    First of all I should say that Alien Isolation is not a first person shooter. If you're looking for a shooter then you will be disappointed. This isn't colonial marines (thank god). The game is all about survival - sneaking around, crafting weapons/devices and dealing with your enemies in the smartest way possible. The shooting mechanics are cumbersome and difficult to get to grips with.First of all I should say that Alien Isolation is not a first person shooter. If you're looking for a shooter then you will be disappointed. This isn't colonial marines (thank god). The game is all about survival - sneaking around, crafting weapons/devices and dealing with your enemies in the smartest way possible. The shooting mechanics are cumbersome and difficult to get to grips with. You have to hold the right mouse button just to bring your weapon up and, with the revolver for example, you have to hold the reload button while you fill each chamber in turn. Shooting is to be avoided if possible. It's stressful. Reloading is stressful. It fit's with the style of the game beautifully because in Alien Isolation EVERYTHING is stressful!

    You will spend most of your time hidden under desks, in lockers, behind crates, basically anywhere you can. The xenomoprh is, for all intents and purposes, invulnerable to the assortment of weapons/devices that you can find/craft and he scurries around in the air vents until something makes a noise and draws him out. You can use this to your advantage, making a racket to attract the alien and then hiding in a locker until he has finished off your human enemies.

    The Alien's constant presence will turn you into a paranoid mess. You'll freeze when you knock a chair over, desperately scan the room for a place to hide in case he heard you. Catching a glimpse of him you might be tempted to run but flight is rarely the answer and the sound of him scurrying up behind you will genuinely send a shiver down your spine. It's terrifying stuff. The AI seems to be unscripted for the most part so each encounter will play out differently as you try to outwit the xenomorph with distractions and by hiding.

    So, the gameplay is great (assuming you want to be scared crapless) and the game looks stunning too. The lighting effects combine with the volumetric mist/smoke to create a truly immersive environment. I particularly like the shadows cast by debris floating outside the space-station's windows. The depth of field effects when using the sonar are a lovely touch - you can focus on the scanner or on your environment, but not both.

    After 5ish hours of gameplay I'm enjoying the story, though there isn't much variety in the level design and you will backtrack through the same areas multiple times. The puzzles are fairly straightforward but everything has that "futuristic circa 1979" feel which is true to the films. The save system is in keeping with the feel of the game - you have to use your ID card on payphones dotted around the map. The process takes a few seconds to complete, during which time you can look around, frantically in case an enemy is creeping up on you.

    All in all, Alien Isolation is a great game if you're a fan of the films/the genre but don't expect it to be something it isn't.    … Expand
  23. Chtulhu
    Oct 14, 2014
    10
    Alien Isolation is a brilliant tribute to the Alien(s) franchise, in particular the 1979 Ridley Scott movie. The game perfectly renders the oppressing science-fi horror atmosphere for which this movie became famous for. Gorgeous visuals, beautiful lighting effects, an inspired retro science-fi artistic design. countless nods to the original Alien movie and a killer soundtrack will give youAlien Isolation is a brilliant tribute to the Alien(s) franchise, in particular the 1979 Ridley Scott movie. The game perfectly renders the oppressing science-fi horror atmosphere for which this movie became famous for. Gorgeous visuals, beautiful lighting effects, an inspired retro science-fi artistic design. countless nods to the original Alien movie and a killer soundtrack will give you the impression that you are actually playing a sequel to the movie. The star of the game. the Alien, is every bit as cunning and devious as the one encountered by the Nostromo crew, a terrifying alpha predator from whom you have to run if you want to stay alive. I found this game to be a perfectly paced mix of exploration, stealth and combat (yes, you can confront foes other than the Alien, if you wish or if you must). And there are puzzles to solve, doors to hack (through a number of cute mini-games) and a crafting system. But you'll have to figure things mostly by yourself, as the game doesn't take you by the hand. The checkpoint (and auto) save feature only adds to the tension: there are times when reaching a save checkpoint really feels like an accomplishment.

    To sum it up: this game is an absolute must have for any fan of the Alien franchise, but could definitively stand on its own as a thrilling science-fi horror masterpiece.    … Expand
  24. ici_chacal
    Oct 13, 2014
    10
    This is amazing game which I was really waiting for and I am not disapointed. Very good graphic and audio but the best is (and what should always be in Alien story) is atmpsphere - 100 % worth to buy for Aliens funs.
  25. Rasmin
    Oct 8, 2014
    9
    From the moment you step foot aboard the Nostromo, you know you are going to be in for the fight of your life. To stand a chance at survival, you will have to use every bit of what you learn throughout the game and think outside the box more often than not. The story here is well written, and I found myself fully immersed in the claustrophobic environment Alien: Isolation provides.From the moment you step foot aboard the Nostromo, you know you are going to be in for the fight of your life. To stand a chance at survival, you will have to use every bit of what you learn throughout the game and think outside the box more often than not. The story here is well written, and I found myself fully immersed in the claustrophobic environment Alien: Isolation provides.

    The visuals are well done (even if it appears every character is sweating in the same places on their faces the whole time), and the core mechanics of the game are easy to comprehend and intuitive. For me personally, the game's sound is what makes this title shine. I absolutely recommend playing with headphones if you have a decent pair because within the first half an hour to an hour, I found myself jumping at things that I probably wouldn't have otherwise and the timing of the sound effects and minimalist music is almost flawlessly weaved together in a way that proves most unsettling. The lighting is also executed in a manner that causes heart pounding moments that are again woven in with well timed sound effects and musical pieces.

    Once the Alien (and other threats) make its / their presence known, this game really takes off, as does your heart rate. It is not for the faint of heart. I also recommend playing the game at its hardest difficulty right from the start because it really does become that much more terrifying, and I've always believed that if you play at the hardest setting from the beginning, there is nothing to compare it to and you will find ways to adapt. The game takes cues from other games such as Amnesia and Outlast in the "hiding" mechanic, but it works even better than those games for the most part. I also got Bioshock vibes from the station as I'd compare it to Rapture in terms of how the ship itself feels.

    The only thing preventing this game from earning a perfect score, oddly for me at least, echoes something I've read elsewhere and that is it is a tad too long. Towards the end of your time on this ship that makes the Ishamura look like a space paradise, the scares do tend to become less intense because you've dealt with them for so long. However, the varied enemies (of which there are more than a handful) does keep it somewhat fresh up until that point. Had they shaved about an hour or so off of the entire thing, it would have been perfect. Having said that, it's a small complaint to say the game is too much of a good thing because even then, it's not like I felt as though the game wore out its welcome. The scares just weren't as panic inducing as they were earlier and perhaps that's a good thing anyway because there are plenty to be had.

    Running and gunning is not the primary object of this game. Doing either of those things can and will cause you to start over from your last save point. Dying in this game happens often, but it never felt frustrating for me. The bottom line here though is this is the Aliens game fans have been waiting for. I never was a true fan of the films, but that's a testament to how good this game truly is. If you enjoy the series, survival horror, space related games, or even stealth games, then this should be on your list of must have titles for this year. With DLC, multiple play styles and modes to keep things truly fresh, the game does indeed have tremendous replay value as well. For me, the whole experience was incredible and "Isolation" is a truly fitting title and I hope its success allows them to give fans more in the future.    … Expand
  26. Dway
    Oct 9, 2014
    9
    At the beginning I would say. If you don't like waiting, creeping, you are not patient enough, or you expecting some kind of FPS. Do not even bother to play this game!.

    For the rest of you Alien fans, who doesn't mind some hardcore unforgiving stealth action... THIS GAME IS GREAT!. Alien is scary, kinda smart, absolutely deadly, and if you can chew somehow through the slow beginning,    At the beginning I would say. If you don't like waiting, creeping, you are not patient enough, or you expecting some kind of FPS. Do not even bother to play this game!.

    For the rest of you Alien fans, who doesn't mind some hardcore unforgiving stealth action... THIS GAME IS GREAT!.

    Alien is scary, kinda smart, absolutely deadly, and if you can chew somehow through the slow beginning, you are up for some serious fun (if your idea of fun is being constantly nervous / scared).

    The game has some cons, like sometimes the bastard is too cunning, and save machines are kinda far from each other, but it's definitely worth playing.    … Expand
  27. huntermrg
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Best Alien game to date, true to the first movie Alien that was released in 1979.

    Who love the trilogy of Alien movies, is going to love this game.
  28. Ron
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    UnbiasedOne, ChaosSS, Razor66, Follbern are all morons. This game is fantastic. It has atmosphere, amazing graphics, perfect atmospheric sound and for gods sake its NOT another FPS. Turn the lights out, put on your Astro A50s and prepare to sh!t your pants or at the very least get a lot of good 'jump' moments. This is the Alien game that it should've always been. Those negative reviews areUnbiasedOne, ChaosSS, Razor66, Follbern are all morons. This game is fantastic. It has atmosphere, amazing graphics, perfect atmospheric sound and for gods sake its NOT another FPS. Turn the lights out, put on your Astro A50s and prepare to sh!t your pants or at the very least get a lot of good 'jump' moments. This is the Alien game that it should've always been. Those negative reviews are by CoD fan boys and haters.… Expand
  29. Eki
    Oct 8, 2014
    9
    I was never been fond of a science fiction genre much and i always liked games without to much shooting,explosions and the whole shazaam.
    When the first Alien movie came out i loved it for being something new that no one has done before and that was the formula and the succes of the movie.
    Fast forward from 1979 to 2014,a gaming studio made a game that breaths the same atmosfere as the    I was never been fond of a science fiction genre much and i always liked games without to much shooting,explosions and the whole shazaam.
    When the first Alien movie came out i loved it for being something new that no one has done before and that was the formula and the succes of the movie.
    Fast forward from 1979 to 2014,a gaming studio made a game that breaths the same atmosfere as the movie dragging you in to it and it almost feel like i am the main protagonist of the game. So many shock momments as the game is really terrifying at some times.
    Never the less the game is a real gem in to the todays standards and not everyone is going to like it.
    A bold concept of something else other than mindlles first person shooter ever year again and again.
    Beautifly crafted,well optimized work of art. Thank you for restoring my hope in atleast some of today's gaming studios,you have created something really unique with this one.

    And for that i salute the creators of this masterpiece!!

    P.S. SEGA i already forgive you for ColoniaL Marines    … Expand
  30. charlot9009
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    This game is hard. I mean really hard. The kind of game that used to be played near the milenium years with graphics so good that it looks like you're in the original franchise movies et making alien part 4 yourself. The scares. Omg. Let's just say that it is really rewarding to achieve something over that level of stress in this game and it makes, for me, alien:isolation a masterpiece ofThis game is hard. I mean really hard. The kind of game that used to be played near the milenium years with graphics so good that it looks like you're in the original franchise movies et making alien part 4 yourself. The scares. Omg. Let's just say that it is really rewarding to achieve something over that level of stress in this game and it makes, for me, alien:isolation a masterpiece of it's genre.… Expand
  31. nelsonmenetti
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    This game surpasses all my expectations on a good alien horror game.

    The alien is not only unpredictable but throughout your game it will learn how to hunt you better. We are talking about a evolving AI that you can only hope to evade, since there is no way to kill it. This AI added to the claustrophobic environment of the ship and the amazing sound design make this a thrill trip    This game surpasses all my expectations on a good alien horror game.

    The alien is not only unpredictable but throughout your game it will learn how to hunt you better. We are talking about a evolving AI that you can only hope to evade, since there is no way to kill it.

    This AI added to the claustrophobic environment of the ship and the amazing sound design make this a thrill trip until the very end.

    The human and androids NPC's are not that good compared to the Alien ( which is the real star) but they create a mix of situations that can be considered a live stealth puzzle, which helps to build up tension and create multiple ways of advancing trough the campaign.

    All in all if you like horror games and alien this is a masterpiece you should have at home.
    It is not a easy game though and there is no hand-holding ( like some mixed reviews pointed out).    … Expand
  32. radixlecti84
    Oct 13, 2014
    10
    Being a fan of this movie since I was a youngin' I've always felt pretty let down by Alien games.

    Alien AVP was a decent FPS for the time, there were a few disappointing installments for the playstation, a dodgey campaign in the AVP reboot and of course Aliens Colonial Marines which visually wasn't terrible but lacked heavily in gameplay. Alien Isolation has done an amazing job at    Being a fan of this movie since I was a youngin' I've always felt pretty let down by Alien games.

    Alien AVP was a decent FPS for the time, there were a few disappointing installments for the playstation, a dodgey campaign in the AVP reboot and of course Aliens Colonial Marines which visually wasn't terrible but lacked heavily in gameplay.

    Alien Isolation has done an amazing job at sucking me in, this game is intense and visually stunning and it does and incredible job of recreating the look and the feel of the first movie. It's like being able to experience the first Alien movie all over again, with the added terror of not being able to glance away from the screen.

    Huge congrats to the developers for nailing this. I would say people who voted this a 0 (The user Howard for example) are mentally deficient internet trolls.    … Expand
  33. Worship82
    Oct 8, 2014
    9
    This is by far the most beautiful game I have played on my Xbox One. I have played the majority of the library and graphically this is a true masterpiece. Even in loading the game you can tell there is something significant about it with the retro 1980s VHS static. Walking around the ship in the beginning I felt like I was literally in the Ridley Scott film and I was very impressed withThis is by far the most beautiful game I have played on my Xbox One. I have played the majority of the library and graphically this is a true masterpiece. Even in loading the game you can tell there is something significant about it with the retro 1980s VHS static. Walking around the ship in the beginning I felt like I was literally in the Ridley Scott film and I was very impressed with the detail of ambiance put into the game.

    Additionally, my highest recommendation is to play this with headphones on turned up to an intimidating level. The booms and thuds of traversing through the environments will awaken your instinctual senses like it was created to do.

    The sound design is superior, the environments are surreal and I was very impressed with the AI in this game. I admit they are not perfect (a few times I was crouched in plain sight with no response); however, I was very impressed that the AI never followed a set pattern and was very unpredictable. A few times after dying I would reload my last save and the AI was not only doing different things; they would sometimes arrive from different directions and rooms than previous. Having the AI open a door right before I was about to walk through is exhilarating when I was able to spontaneously hide and get away with being detected.

    Just like every game, it also has its flaws. A few times the in-game dialogue did not match up with the character speaking, not just a little, the mouth would be closed when dialogue was being said. At times they looked like E.T. trying to say "I'll be right here." Additionally, there were times that I wanted to pick up a weapon an enemy AI was using against me and I was unable to. I assume I can later in the game; but, at the moment it doesn't make any sense that Amanda would take their ammo and not their weapon.

    Overall, it is a very solid game. If you are looking for a true AAA game for next-gen this is it. There are a lot of good looking games; but, this one seems to be the defining moment that indicates we are in the next-gen era. The graphics, sound, AI, voice-acting (including Sigourney Weaver), and overall ambiance of the game is truly breath-taking (you will literally hold your own breath under pressure).

    Go play!    … Expand
  34. qwerty8883
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Best alien game ive ever played without shadow of a doubt. Classic horror build up, **** scary and simply mind blowing graphics on the PC. Its not a shooter FPS, its a true survival horror based completely on the original 1979 Alien movie. Worth every penny!
  35. Gozip
    Oct 8, 2014
    9
    The game you either love or hate. If you are the fan of the first Ridley Scott classic horror film you gonna love it (i bet you already own it). For everyone else - game have a good "Amnesia style" gameplay mixed with slow paced shooter. If you consider "Amnesia" game boring, this game can have the same effect on you.
    And it is not as long as some claim it to be. 15 hrs is not a long    The game you either love or hate. If you are the fan of the first Ridley Scott classic horror film you gonna love it (i bet you already own it). For everyone else - game have a good "Amnesia style" gameplay mixed with slow paced shooter. If you consider "Amnesia" game boring, this game can have the same effect on you.
    And it is not as long as some claim it to be. 15 hrs is not a long game (hello IGN).
    Normally I would give this kind of game 7.5 out of 10. But this is Alien Isolation and I'm diehard fan of Alien franchise.    … Expand
  36. edilsonj
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    Put in your mind: this is a survival horror game, not a shooter! This game shows you how a great level design can make a perfect game. The horror atmosphere will make you fear everything. One suggestion: use a ear phone! Your immersion in game will be perfect, too. This game is based in Alien movie (1979). Other suggestion: watch the movie before play this game. It will helps you toPut in your mind: this is a survival horror game, not a shooter! This game shows you how a great level design can make a perfect game. The horror atmosphere will make you fear everything. One suggestion: use a ear phone! Your immersion in game will be perfect, too. This game is based in Alien movie (1979). Other suggestion: watch the movie before play this game. It will helps you to understand all connections.… Expand
  37. Orthogon
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    I was devastated by Colonial Marines, and this title by a studio they 100% own and control is literally enough to say, I forgive Sega for that game. I can't believe I typed that.

    This game is a sublime masterpiece, by fans, for fans. Every pixel just *aches* with the sheer love and care taken by Creative Assembly to realize the Alien universe. The gameplay may not be for all, it is a    I was devastated by Colonial Marines, and this title by a studio they 100% own and control is literally enough to say, I forgive Sega for that game. I can't believe I typed that.

    This game is a sublime masterpiece, by fans, for fans. Every pixel just *aches* with the sheer love and care taken by Creative Assembly to realize the Alien universe. The gameplay may not be for all, it is a survival horror where you are largely unarmed, but it is worth it even if you don't, just to experience this marvel. As an Alien fan, this is a must buy, you must experience this game's environment and meet the xenomorph it portrays, even if only for a short while.

    This is the sort of game we as gamers have been missing out on between all the nickel-and-dime AAA carbon copies and half-done indie games, this is how games should be. OK, the genre might be one you hate, and fair enough, but if you yearn for games made by decent folks who care about their work, do not deny yourself at least a try.    … Expand
  38. BestSrvdCold
    Oct 8, 2014
    9
    My rating would change based on whom I was giving a review to. A younger gamer whose teeth have been cut on DOTA, GTA, COD, and Skyrim? I'd give them a 6, you'd probably want to stay away. An older gamer who grew up on 2600/C64 and can remember having conversations about the "Alien" in seventh grade? Why I'd give this game a 10 to that gentleman or lady and highly reccommend it. TheMy rating would change based on whom I was giving a review to. A younger gamer whose teeth have been cut on DOTA, GTA, COD, and Skyrim? I'd give them a 6, you'd probably want to stay away. An older gamer who grew up on 2600/C64 and can remember having conversations about the "Alien" in seventh grade? Why I'd give this game a 10 to that gentleman or lady and highly reccommend it. The actual gameplay is basic survival horror, turn this on so that this opens, so you can go turn this on. This game however is not about the gameplay. Comparing this to a haunted house is a better frame of reference then comparing it to Resident Evil 4 or Dead Space. This game is about enviroment, tone, and atmosphere. I have personally enjoyed it and appreciate what the developers have put into it. The game experience it delivers is unique and truly does capture the "Feel" of the orginal film. I really want to emphasize the word "feel". There are games more terrorfying out. The 20 minute silent hill demo was creepy as hell. Alien: Isolation delivers a unique "feel" of terror. Moments like calling a transit and waiting in a corner somewhere, hiding, looking back and forth for the Alien to pop out are awesome. Really enjoy the game, dont expect it to be a huge hit, love it regardless.… Expand
  39. The_Ommadawn
    Oct 12, 2014
    10
    I love this game. For so long I've wanted a game that isn't constant shooting and instead, some atmosphere and exploration. This has both in abundance. The graphics are superb, the sound design straight out the movie and the feelings of dread/isolation perfectly realised. Every gamer is different, so with an Alien game we expect different things. For me, I couldn't have wanted a moreI love this game. For so long I've wanted a game that isn't constant shooting and instead, some atmosphere and exploration. This has both in abundance. The graphics are superb, the sound design straight out the movie and the feelings of dread/isolation perfectly realised. Every gamer is different, so with an Alien game we expect different things. For me, I couldn't have wanted a more authentic experience.… Expand
  40. Predatorium
    Oct 9, 2014
    9
    This game will stick on your mind after you've completed it. I haven't played such a nightmarish experience in a long time. And that's a good thing. When you think the nightmare is over you are thrown into another one. It took me 22 hours to get through the campaign on hard. The difficulty is perfectly balanced. As long as you take your time and proceed carefully you should be fine most ofThis game will stick on your mind after you've completed it. I haven't played such a nightmarish experience in a long time. And that's a good thing. When you think the nightmare is over you are thrown into another one. It took me 22 hours to get through the campaign on hard. The difficulty is perfectly balanced. As long as you take your time and proceed carefully you should be fine most of the time.

    The gameplay mostly consists of you sneaking, staying quiet, hacking, crafting items to distract enemies or impair them. The further you proceed on your different missions you will find upgrades for your tools that will allow you to access areas you earlier couldn't. You will also get your hands on upgrades for your make shift weapons. Lethal weapons will eventually become part of your inventory but it's recommended to avoid using them but the further you get in the game the more lethal situations will become and they will come in handy. You can backtrack if you want to, or explore areas that are not part of the current mission. If you do you might find secret audio logs, items and easter eggs. So the game never feels very linear but instead quite free which I haven't seen since early days of Resident Evil. Of course there's always imminent danger that waits for you to make a mistake. It's even more similar in the way that you have to save your game at save stations, but don't worry, you don't need an ink ribbon. However, the game doesn't pause when you save and it takes a while for the station to load up. Nor does the game pause when you bring up your inventory and crafting system, which is reminiscent of Dead Space.

    The story is good and quite straight forward, and it does contain twists and turns that did make me jump with excitement and surprise. However I wish that the conclusion would have been more satisfying. The voice acting is solid but the lipsyncing is quite poor. Especially when it's in-game and not a cut-scene.

    The game itself is very well built. At no time did I experience any performance loss, crashes or game glitches that interfered with the gameplay. During my long playthrough I only noticed one or two oddity not even worth mentioning. I played the game on ultra settings and the visuals are very impressive when it comes to lights and shadows. There so many details in the environment in this game that it's amazing. At a closer inspection though, some low-res textures can be found but overall an incredible looking game.
    The sound design is perfect, it re-creates and expand upon all the sounds and music from the movie Alien that it makes you feel like you really are in that universe.
    The physics are great with your body reacting to everything around you in the environment, you might for example accidentally kick something on the floor and cause a loud noise or tip over furniture etc.

    The option menu is well fleshed out with many different visual settings, including FOV.

    The different mechanics like crafting, hacking, using tools and weapons is very intuitive. For example when entering a passcode you use your numpad, or when re-loading a weapon you must hold R to reload a full magazine, if you just press R once it will only load one bullet for example. Computer interfaces requires you to use your keyboard to navigate, like if there are no mouses which add to the push button feel of the 70s.

    I was worried that the alien's "AI" would fail and break the game, but I'm glad to have been proven wrong. Not at any time did I see the alien glitch out or do something stupid. It really is a ruthless killer that requires your respect. The same goes for the humans and the androids. The humans work together as teams and if they are hostile you better avoid them or distract them to get to where you need to go. The androids are lethal if they catch you, they can't run but they do walk steadily towards you like a terminator.

    Conclusion: While it does borrow a lot from other games in the terms of gameplay mechanics, this survival horror game combines old school gameplay with an extremely impressive, dynamic enemy, incredible visual and sound design and a thrilling story in full blown Alien spirit. It's a truly unique experience. If you are a fan, don't miss out on Amanda Ripley's struggle for survival and quest to find the truth..    … Expand
  41. reef-east
    Oct 10, 2014
    10
    Great game!!!! Go for it and buy...it looks amazing and you have to play carefully, otherwise you are speared by the alien..............................!
  42. scoobers
    Nov 23, 2014
    10
    Holy crap I have put like 40 hours into this game already and I want more and will continue to scare myself with this masterpiece. I have been burned by "horror" titles soo much. RE4-5 suck, silent hill is kinda meh now.. the Evil within is garbage on pc and not scary. So here is Alien and it rocks your socks off with atmosphere and tension. All the kids who say horror isn't alwaysHoly crap I have put like 40 hours into this game already and I want more and will continue to scare myself with this masterpiece. I have been burned by "horror" titles soo much. RE4-5 suck, silent hill is kinda meh now.. the Evil within is garbage on pc and not scary. So here is Alien and it rocks your socks off with atmosphere and tension. All the kids who say horror isn't always scary... cmon.. Horror is fear and alien brings fear in bucket loads.… Expand
  43. Gector
    Oct 20, 2014
    9
    Awesome graphics even on my 4-year-old comp.
    Amazing and authentic visual and sound art in every small detail, reminds of the first Scott Alien non-stop.
    Found some little troubles with AI, but they are nearly nothing to the whole game.
  44. quadhead
    Oct 5, 2015
    10
    I have never been a huge fun of Alien movies. But the game is awesome. The main thing about it for me is that It feels like you are taking part in a movie sequel. It's beautiful and immersive, very authentic to movies and huge love to details, story is really good. It's rather slow paced cos' this is not a Doom where you shoot demons left and right. It's moderate scary but there are someI have never been a huge fun of Alien movies. But the game is awesome. The main thing about it for me is that It feels like you are taking part in a movie sequel. It's beautiful and immersive, very authentic to movies and huge love to details, story is really good. It's rather slow paced cos' this is not a Doom where you shoot demons left and right. It's moderate scary but there are some really scary moments.… Expand
  45. igncansukmybalz
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    This game was great, ign needs to get their head out of their a**. It had a great atmosphere, and an unpredictable AI. The motion tracker and flamethrower where great!!!! And it was one of the only horror games to make me literally jump out of my seat.
  46. SubaqueousDream
    Oct 7, 2014
    9
    No game can ever get 10/10, no game is perfect, but Alien Isolation comes close! Much screaming, jumping and tears to be had! The unpredictability of the A.I makes for a plethora of original tales to share between friends "This one time I tried to..."
  47. TheGingerWolf
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    Mind melting, nail biting though aesthetically pleasing terror, best describes the great joy and dismay that is Alien: Isolation. I went into the game with the inequitable review by IGN lingering in my mind and to my surprise, Alien: Isolation is far from mediocre or sub-par; it is in fact one of the most beautiful and atmospheric games I have ever played, and if anyone is ever in doubtMind melting, nail biting though aesthetically pleasing terror, best describes the great joy and dismay that is Alien: Isolation. I went into the game with the inequitable review by IGN lingering in my mind and to my surprise, Alien: Isolation is far from mediocre or sub-par; it is in fact one of the most beautiful and atmospheric games I have ever played, and if anyone is ever in doubt because of some misrepresentation reviews then do not, because this is a game I would recommend to anyone.… Expand
  48. Soe
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    Simply perfect...The graphic is so beautiful.....The atmosphere is amazing...Wow. You really feel your in space...You'll even get to play scenes from alien the eighth passenger.......Perfect :-)
  49. MaximusSuper
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    Alien Isolation brings fear and apprehension not seen since the first Dead Space. DLC possibilities are endless, an alien with a future how cool. maybe a shotgun, grenades and aliens with less of a future. wish I had the editor. it looks and sounds amazing visuals are very smooth almost flawless. there's a cinematic where it drops down from the ceiling crawl under the table right up nextAlien Isolation brings fear and apprehension not seen since the first Dead Space. DLC possibilities are endless, an alien with a future how cool. maybe a shotgun, grenades and aliens with less of a future. wish I had the editor. it looks and sounds amazing visuals are very smooth almost flawless. there's a cinematic where it drops down from the ceiling crawl under the table right up next to him and watch what he does, now that's what games should look like. congrats CA on a great title whoever you are, glad I bought it. next up PREDATORS ?… Expand
  50. gofree13
    Oct 8, 2014
    9
    Aliens: Colonial Marines was a **** game, imho.This game has taken a step forward in the gaming universe by Alien. This game - stealth survival horror. Great graphics, lighting is perfect. Starting boring, but then I jumped up on a chair. At last a normal game in October :D
  51. Led1090
    Oct 13, 2014
    10
    This is not just how an Alien game should be made, this is how a horror game should be made. I've never been so at the edge of my seat while playing a horror game since FEAR, and that is saying a lot
  52. Mak54291
    Oct 8, 2014
    9
    Good graphics, good sound and music and a very nice theme, aliens movie.

    The gameplay is nearly perfect, the only problem to me, too hard.

    I remove one point for some problems with the save system, also said glitch and some other bugs and weird stuff that I can't talk here because it's a spoiler. Also, it look like a dumb port, the menu suck.
  53. dragonworld
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    This game is complete horrifying, from them moment you enter the station you're like "were is this damn thing?" And then when it finally comes, it's like " Oh boy we're in for it now" The game's atmosphere is fantastic Creative Assembly did a really great job in creating the environment. Truely a faithful recreation of the Aliens Universe. This isn't trying to be a shooter, this is aboutThis game is complete horrifying, from them moment you enter the station you're like "were is this damn thing?" And then when it finally comes, it's like " Oh boy we're in for it now" The game's atmosphere is fantastic Creative Assembly did a really great job in creating the environment. Truely a faithful recreation of the Aliens Universe. This isn't trying to be a shooter, this is about survival, evading the alien, and the occasional working Joes and other humans as well. Some people might be expecting an action shooter when even when it was announced they clearly stated its a survival horror game and not a shooter. So please don't down rate the game simply because it's not Call of Duty. I'm glad Creative did a fantastic job with the game. This is defiantly not Aliens Colonial Marines. This game does have its glitches here and there. but I haven't seen anything too major. Outside of that there's only a few minor complaints about it the game is not completely perfect, But the positives outweigh the negatives.… Expand
  54. Hatge
    Oct 9, 2014
    10
    For me this game is a 10 because .... if you really try to stay alive in this game... the atmosphere is so intense ... it's simply amazing. I play the game at night... and the game feels real :-)
  55. Franziska
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    The tension in this game is incredible and it makes you feel like you are there. Finally the game that lives up to goodness of the movie. The length is alright and I never had the feeling that it became repetitive. I also found it to be much scarier than lets say games like Outlast, Amnesia, etc.. The Alien and the excellent AI driving it feels like a permanent threat through the wholeThe tension in this game is incredible and it makes you feel like you are there. Finally the game that lives up to goodness of the movie. The length is alright and I never had the feeling that it became repetitive. I also found it to be much scarier than lets say games like Outlast, Amnesia, etc.. The Alien and the excellent AI driving it feels like a permanent threat through the whole game. Play it on hard difficulty, thats how its meant to be. The visuals, while not on the technical level of Crysis 3 or Metro Redux, are really beautiful, creating a fantastic atmosphere.

    About the mixed reviews I can only say that I take it the negative reviews are people that were trying to rush through it and couldn't deal with the unpredictable AI or simply the fact this is not a generic CoD shooter game. For fans of the Alien movies or suspense horror games this a 10/10 and absolute must-have.    … Expand
  56. xfighteveryonex
    Oct 8, 2014
    9
    Props to the devs! This game is great imo! The atmosphere is so indulging especially when you play it with headphones on. The soundscape is great, you get chills when you hear rustling in the vents above you or when those bloodthirsty androids are on the hunt for you. Ive never felt this level of immersion in a long time, great game. Its really long wich is awesome but i dont feel like itsProps to the devs! This game is great imo! The atmosphere is so indulging especially when you play it with headphones on. The soundscape is great, you get chills when you hear rustling in the vents above you or when those bloodthirsty androids are on the hunt for you. Ive never felt this level of immersion in a long time, great game. Its really long wich is awesome but i dont feel like its too long. Theres plenty of diffrent enemies to keep you on your toes. Definatley worth a buy.… Expand
  57. MrM2014
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    The finest Alien game I have ever played. If you have any interest in the Alien universe or first person action/stealth games, don't spend a second longer here, go and buy it.

    The story is utterly compelling primarily being based off the original Alien but also taking cues from Aliens, Alien 3 and the more recent Prometheus. You genuinely feel like you have entered this universe, which    The finest Alien game I have ever played. If you have any interest in the Alien universe or first person action/stealth games, don't spend a second longer here, go and buy it.

    The story is utterly compelling primarily being based off the original Alien but also taking cues from Aliens, Alien 3 and the more recent Prometheus. You genuinely feel like you have entered this universe, which is a testtment to the writer Dan Abnett.

    The gameplay is ferociously difficult (I'll be honest, I had to switch down from Medium to Easy), but you do become better as you play. It is also varied, you will go through some utterly spine chilling moments against the alien, but then are giving space to breathe with some pauses with humans or simply puzzles to resolve. At its best this game is the scariest thing I've ever played.

    Before buying I was nervous from the negative IGN review about level re-use and backtracking, but this is a complete red herring. You do re-visit some areas but the environment has changed and you can access different areas. How this can be seen as a negative is utterly beyond me. The levels you play are all incredibly rich and varied, not once did I feel fed up of returning to an area. Even in classics such as System Shock 2 it was sometimes tedious to go back, not here.

    Visually its spectacular and performed well on my Radeon 7850 at ultra settings. It is hard to explain without actually playing it how effectlvely they capture the Alien universe. For me this has raised the visual standard for other games. The lighting is particularly impressive.

    Alien fans will usually look back to AvP1 and AvP2 on the PC as being the high water mark for games, this is finally a worthy successor to these games.    … Expand
  58. GiceOne
    Oct 9, 2014
    10
    Alien Isolation is one of the most immersive, single player experiences I've ever experienced. If COD or Titanfall are your bag, then don't waste your time or/and paste a scathing review, as it isn't made for you. The developers have gone through stunning levels of detail for every aspect of this masterpiece - graphics, level design, UI. This is better than cinema, as it is the mostAlien Isolation is one of the most immersive, single player experiences I've ever experienced. If COD or Titanfall are your bag, then don't waste your time or/and paste a scathing review, as it isn't made for you. The developers have gone through stunning levels of detail for every aspect of this masterpiece - graphics, level design, UI. This is better than cinema, as it is the most realistic recreation of the Alien universe ever seen. Personally, it is worth playing just for the audio - expect to lose a few years off your life.… Expand
  59. TheTurboFD
    Oct 12, 2014
    10
    Alien Isolation is the Alien game we have always wanted but never received. Completely removing the typical FPS "Guns Blazing" style and instead going with the full stealth game play is just what this genre needed. Beautiful environments mixed with tension building music and scary enemies created the perfect atmosphere. Definitely worth the purchase.
  60. papies
    Oct 9, 2014
    10
    this game is like a first alien movie, and graphics, atmosphere, gameplay is 10/10
    I can recommend this game to every ALIEN fan, and other horror games(like outlast, penumbra, SH3)
  61. Johnman
    Oct 9, 2014
    9
    This is it. The good: stunning visuals yet good performance on mid-range computers (if you're willing to sacrifice a bit on the settings), amazing amazing story, well-rounded characters, good voice acting, very nice level design, AAA art design (sound and visuals). Excellent music.
    The bad: can be a bit difficult (although you shouldn't feel shame in playing on easy if needed). Can be a    This is it. The good: stunning visuals yet good performance on mid-range computers (if you're willing to sacrifice a bit on the settings), amazing amazing story, well-rounded characters, good voice acting, very nice level design, AAA art design (sound and visuals). Excellent music.
    The bad: can be a bit difficult (although you shouldn't feel shame in playing on easy if needed). Can be a bit stressful (I couldn't play Amnesia because of this, but I can this game). There is no hand-holding, you have a map with markers, but a lot of times you have to think to find your way (it's intentional and well done though). Cinematics are sometimes a bit lacking in the visual department. Character animations are not the best.
    If you are an Alien fan you will feel blessed, specially halfway through when the story starts to unfold. Thank you Creative Assembly for staying true to the franchise and thank you Sega for making it possible. /buttlicking ;)    … Expand
  62. AthanasiosT
    Dec 6, 2014
    8
    All the atmosphere of the first (and best) Alien film is in this game. Everyone is there, from crazy droids to nervous people and of course the main villain, and they're all out to get you. The game is 99% survival and 1% shooter, which I would prefer at an 80-20 ratio. AI is great and sound use is essential for the player to survive. I would like some more planet-like cut-scenes, someAll the atmosphere of the first (and best) Alien film is in this game. Everyone is there, from crazy droids to nervous people and of course the main villain, and they're all out to get you. The game is 99% survival and 1% shooter, which I would prefer at an 80-20 ratio. AI is great and sound use is essential for the player to survive. I would like some more planet-like cut-scenes, some space floating, and the Predator (or maybe some of his devices) but lets keep something for the sequels, right ?… Expand
  63. FreeJ
    Oct 14, 2014
    9
    I am terrified of games like this. I forget that I stopped breathing. I get nervous. I feel the fear. I am almost glad when I die so I know what is going to happen.

    Yes Alien: Isolation is not my type of game. But it captures the first movie in a way that I just have to play it. It delivers great atmosphere, an awesome retro sci-fi look and a soundtrack that will pull you in and spit    I am terrified of games like this. I forget that I stopped breathing. I get nervous. I feel the fear. I am almost glad when I die so I know what is going to happen.

    Yes Alien: Isolation is not my type of game. But it captures the first movie in a way that I just have to play it. It delivers great atmosphere, an awesome retro sci-fi look and a soundtrack that will pull you in and spit you out at the right time.

    Finally a game the Alien franchise deserves. Bravo!    … Expand
  64. jellyalv
    May 11, 2015
    8
    "Alien: Isolation" is a delight for Alien and horror games fans alike. In the middle of an industry filled with FPS, which the franchise got into before in the troubled "Alien: Colonial Marines", Isolation takes away the action-powered gameplay and the irrelevancy the three playable characters had in "Alien vs. Predator" and "Colonial Marines" and keeps real to the survival-horror genre,"Alien: Isolation" is a delight for Alien and horror games fans alike. In the middle of an industry filled with FPS, which the franchise got into before in the troubled "Alien: Colonial Marines", Isolation takes away the action-powered gameplay and the irrelevancy the three playable characters had in "Alien vs. Predator" and "Colonial Marines" and keeps real to the survival-horror genre, following the examples of "Amnesia" and "Outlast."

    Most of the story, just like many first-person games, is told by Amanda Ripley's eyes, save for some cutscenes. As the game progresses, you get involved in the mysteries concerning the Sevastopol, its crew and survivors, and Amanda's mother fate. You get anxious and nervous every time you see the alien, but the fear easily goes away once you get the flamethrower. You're going to want to finish the game fast, since there are many long and tedious objectives, but you'll also get nervous and exhilarated when the alien shows up and when other climax scenes occur. The story also serves as an entree to newcomers, and also a reminder for enthusiasts to watch the movies.

    Following horror games should follow Alien's example and create an involving atmosphere and a sense of anticipation. The Creative Assembly managed to redeem the franchise in video games and also serves as an example for other games. Alien: Isolation was definitely the biggest surprise of 2014 and will always be an unforgettable experience.    … Expand
  65. NecroVirus
    Oct 20, 2014
    10
    This is the first game that made my Oculus Rift DK2 worthwhile. Jaw dropping visuals, A.I., and animations. I've worked at horror attractions but this game had my butthole fully clenched at times. It's really hard to describe what it's like to play this with the rift, hiding under a table with the aliens tail dragging on the floor inches from your face. Or struggling in vain againstThis is the first game that made my Oculus Rift DK2 worthwhile. Jaw dropping visuals, A.I., and animations. I've worked at horror attractions but this game had my butthole fully clenched at times. It's really hard to describe what it's like to play this with the rift, hiding under a table with the aliens tail dragging on the floor inches from your face. Or struggling in vain against the androids as they beat the living **** out of you. It's an experience I recommend to all.… Expand
  66. CrazyGeorge
    Oct 25, 2014
    10
    I just finished the main Campaign honestly first survival horror game that actually made me scream with fright, Save Spots make the game more intersting and you kinda need to take your time with the game if you want to rush through and area you will miss very cool nostalgic moments. Also its gives you so much content I'm looking forward to playing the extra dlc :) wish there was aliensI just finished the main Campaign honestly first survival horror game that actually made me scream with fright, Save Spots make the game more intersting and you kinda need to take your time with the game if you want to rush through and area you will miss very cool nostalgic moments. Also its gives you so much content I'm looking forward to playing the extra dlc :) wish there was aliens crawling on walls and the roof but honestly didn't mind it not being there as the alien was so good.… Expand
  67. Groentesalade
    Sep 25, 2015
    10
    Reviews for this game vary from 5/10 on some sites to 9.5/10 on others, I guess it is one of those "you-love-it-or-you-hate-it" games. For me personally, this should win Game of the year by a landslide! I adore absolutely everything about this game, yes, even the chapters where you just deal with the robot-joe's.
    I perceive the dip this causes in the suspense and pacing of the game to be    Reviews for this game vary from 5/10 on some sites to 9.5/10 on others, I guess it is one of those "you-love-it-or-you-hate-it" games. For me personally, this should win Game of the year by a landslide! I adore absolutely everything about this game, yes, even the chapters where you just deal with the robot-joe's.
    I perceive the dip this causes in the suspense and pacing of the game to be totally intentional by the devs.
    By doing this the player's attention span and edginess lowers quite a bit, almost to the point of feeling empowered. This is where the brilliance shines, because just at the moment where you start feeling safe and strong, the game just tears you a new hole, and you can't even be mad about it, because you just blew your old one... If you like the atmosphere of the original film, don't mind investing a lot of time in a game, and dealing with some slow parts in the game, GO AND GET THIS GAME, it is awesome! And people talking about the Alien A.I. being unfair? I call hogwash! I finished the entire game without dying ONCE (my third playthrough) And no, you can't just learn the Alien's patterns, because it doesn't have any scripted patterns, it reacts to YOUR behaviour. AWESOME GAME 10/10!    … Expand
  68. Mekalist
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    This is it.
    The game that all Alien fans needed. ( Not IGN )
    In my opinion its like a mix of BioShock with Amnesia.
    The length of the game is also very good, the stealth and controls are very fluid.
    The best is probably the sound. Its very well done and it really brings that Alien felling.
    Its the best alien game of the modern era.
  69. weazz1980
    Oct 13, 2014
    10
    WOW!

    This game is really surprising in every aspect. I was very sceptic before i bought the game, but thank god i did it. For me it is nothing more than the best game since like forever. I dived into this adventure and was lost in an perfectly immersive space-station, full of frightening and dangerous enemies. Everything feels so real, the many many details and awesome views    WOW!

    This game is really surprising in every aspect.

    I was very sceptic before i bought the game, but thank god i did it. For me it is nothing more than the best game since like forever.

    I dived into this adventure and was lost in an perfectly immersive space-station, full of frightening and dangerous enemies. Everything feels so real, the many many details and awesome views trough the station windows. It is a perfect mix between stealth, puzzles and action gameplay. You always have a goal and it's never getting boring. You really feel like beeing a part of the good old movies!

    And be prepared, the encounters you will face are tough bastards and they have surprised me many times. But thats the challenge and i love it. Between the thrilling parts you have time to scavenge the station and looking for supplies, before you go back to your mission.

    I normaly don't rate a 10/10, but this game deserves it! I enjoyed every second of it.    … Expand
  70. worksa7
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    Pros
    -Great references to source material, atmosphere matches the original Alien films, it becomes a truly immersive game.
    -Gets genuinely scary, does not rely entirely on jump scares like all these modern games seem to need. -Great Alien, the way he moves, attacks, stalks you... -Graphics are nice, gameplay is smooth, no noticable technical faults so far. (However I have heard others    Pros
    -Great references to source material, atmosphere matches the original Alien films, it becomes a truly immersive game.
    -Gets genuinely scary, does not rely entirely on jump scares like all these modern games seem to need.
    -Great Alien, the way he moves, attacks, stalks you...
    -Graphics are nice, gameplay is smooth, no noticable technical faults so far. (However I have heard others have had issues, I suggest checking the forums before and after purchase if you experience any)

    Cons
    -Game can be frustrating, enemies might block a door and decide to just not leave, Alien might find you despite you not really doing anything to really put yourself in that situation, just because of bad luck. Another example is sometimes the Alien is magic and literally in two different spots at once, like you see him drooling and look at another vent and he is drooling from that one too, and if you go under either he spawns there and kills you.
    -AI sometimes will be a derp. Usually it's really good, and if it hears you or such it will come running, it cuts you off, etc, but every once in a while it will just like look directly at you 3 feet away and just miss you. This is rare, but it really breaks immersion when the AI does things like this.
    -Lack of features to take advantage of next gen hardware/PCs, while it looks great as is, it pretty much looks the exact same across everything.

    Issues I hear but so far don't agree with
    -Save points? I was heard they were terrible, they are actaully really good, not too numerous and not too rare. If you pay attention you rarely lose much if any progress. They skip save points and complain when they get set back.
    -Tedious gameplay due to it being stretched out?.The game actually seems to be the perfect length, it has not gotten tedious to me and I am more than half way through now. Plus I can do the short missions and DLC afterwards which is a perfect length.

    8/10
    Understanding the Alien universe is a big help in enjoying this game, but it achieves what it aims to do fairly well. I am happy with my purchase.    … Expand
  71. velvetmeds
    Oct 18, 2014
    10
    Surprise of the year. Awesome game, lots of tension, great atmosphere, does everything better than Outlast.. It's lenghty, so enjoyable you'll want to replay, has Survivor mode for extra replayability too. Recommended, one of the best games of the year
  72. Theface204
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Simply excellent. It's a master piece it brings the film to life in way I wouldn't think possible it's like the ghostbusters game it's amazing tho it has problems but it never detracts from the overall experience I'm already looking forward to if they will do like how the original series did where the next one will bring in the colonial marines.
  73. 123579
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    This has to be one of the most pleasant surprises in gaming in the past few years. I'll start by saying I'm NOT a fan of horror games. But I truly enjoyed this game.

    The positives: 1. The Engine. Nobody seems to mention this. The engine is amazing, I don't know what it is, but the graphics are amazing while maxed with high FPS on my 680. Compared to Shadow of Mordor that just came    This has to be one of the most pleasant surprises in gaming in the past few years. I'll start by saying I'm NOT a fan of horror games. But I truly enjoyed this game.

    The positives:

    1. The Engine. Nobody seems to mention this. The engine is amazing, I don't know what it is, but the graphics are amazing while maxed with high FPS on my 680. Compared to Shadow of Mordor that just came out, which looks noticeably worse but with a bad FPS. Alien: Isolation has excellent graphics AND an excellent engine.

    2. The gameplay. This is a STEALTH GAME. If that turns you off, then you won't enjoy Alien: Isolation. The character is NOT a gung ho violent person. It says it a million times in loading screen tips. You aren't meant to be violent, and are actively punished for it. This is reflected in the fact it takes her ages to aim the revolver, and still has crap aim with it after you let it aim. There are also consequences I won't mention for firing your weapons. They're best viewed as tools, but only equally useful as your other tools. The entire game plays sort of like a Deus Ex Human Revolution stealth sequence, but with huge penalties for getting caught. If that doesn't sound appealing, then this game isn't your cup of tea.

    3. The Atmosphere. Holy. Crap. The lighting, the props, the sound, the pacing, all come together to create an adrenaline pumping experience that'll leave you feeling energized, if you let yourself become immersed. This game is meant to be played in long sessions without distractions. When you get through a particularly harrowing sequence, the relief and satisfaction is real. The props themselves deserve huge amounts of credit. You can tell that the artists worked relentlessly to bring us Alien as it was originally imagined. Each prop oozes with style, and you can tell they're all labors of love. The textures are so perfect, it feels like you can reach out and touch the cheap 70s era yellow stained plastic. The computer/device monitors you encounter are all a joy to look at and interact with. And the sound. With Jeff Van Dyk on board it's to be expected, but this game has some of the best music and sound design I've heard in a long time. Major props to those guys. There are so many OH **** moments that occur, and when in retrospect you realize they weren't even scripted, you go OH **** again. Unlike other horror games with scripted events around every corner, many of the things that make you jump or terrified are NOT scripted and are completely organic. Whoever was behind the design in this game deserves a medal. It's a true cinematic experience. This is innovation, folks. We can only hope other games copy this dynamic style of storytelling.

    4. It's HARD! Which is refreshing considering most games today hold your hand. You're going to die a lot in this game. Sometimes it feels cheap when you die, but with patience I was able to plan out and get through every sequence. Sometimes I got stuck in places due to the objective not being in a clear cut location, but I don't think having to explore is necessarily a con. Like I said, this game does NOT hold your hand. It gives you a few tools you need to survive, and leaves it up to you to figure out how to manipulate and exploit the world and tools. That discovery of all the new ways you can get through places is a true joy.

    Time for the negatives.

    1. Lack of anti aliasing and options. I spent a good half hour setting up the graphics of this game through my videocard. The lack of anti aliasing and field of view beyond 74 is really annoying. In fact, I find it outright ridiculous that the game defaults to 47~ FOV. That's downright unacceptable. When you crank it up to 74 however, it is acceptable. I just wish it went to 90.

    2. Frustrating segments. Like I said, this game is HARD and can get pretty god damn frustrating when you lose your patience. With adrenaline flowing it's sometimes hard to sit back and examine a situation and go through it methodically. I can't really knock the game for this too much though, because I personally enjoy hard games and overcoming obstacles. If you don't like hard, then be weary. Think of it like Dark Souls. It's about that level of unforgiving, except you get a lot more save points.

    3. Voice acting is a but crappy sometimes, but most of the time you don't notice it. The only time it was cringe worthy was around the beginning. I wish they got a better actor for Ripley.

    Conclusion:

    If you enjoy hard games, this game is for you. If you are easily immersed in games and love getting sucked into a game world, this is for you. If you enjoy stealth games, this is for you. Especially if you love the Alien franchise.

    If you're a gung ho cowadoody player, like that idiot IGN reviewer who gave this a 5.9, and black ops a 9, then this game isn't for you. If you're impatient, or want something light and mindless, then this game isn't for you.

    Happy hunting, and damn I hope games of this quality continue to be released    … Expand
  74. andycapobianco1
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    the Graphics of the game are very nice, except the anti aliasing which is "medium quality" at best. I recommend leaving the film grain effect on and changing the fov setting to 55. the film grain effect is very subtle even when maxed out at 100 which is what use. I have been playing the game on hardest "the way the game was meant to be played". i have barely encountered the alien so farthe Graphics of the game are very nice, except the anti aliasing which is "medium quality" at best. I recommend leaving the film grain effect on and changing the fov setting to 55. the film grain effect is very subtle even when maxed out at 100 which is what use. I have been playing the game on hardest "the way the game was meant to be played". i have barely encountered the alien so far and i am really enjoying it. the level of detail is excellent, soundtrack great, acting good, the game is making me want to explore every area, despite them being scary. the ign review is insane. i have barely begun the game and i have already enjoyed it enough to warrant the price tag. the gamplay on hard reminds me a bit of the latest Thief game. a game that when set to hardest difficulty also comes alive as a stealth and exploration game… Expand
  75. Pwnager95
    Oct 13, 2014
    9
    Very, VERY scary. Captures the atmosphere and feeling of the first Alien movie perfectly. The atmosphere and ambiance alone would get a perfect 10/10 from me. Since those are the most important features of a horror game, they make up (mostly) for the story being a tad generic, and the plot being sort-of predictable. Some moments in this game will make you want to walk away from theVery, VERY scary. Captures the atmosphere and feeling of the first Alien movie perfectly. The atmosphere and ambiance alone would get a perfect 10/10 from me. Since those are the most important features of a horror game, they make up (mostly) for the story being a tad generic, and the plot being sort-of predictable. Some moments in this game will make you want to walk away from the controller and wish you'd never purchased this game, they'll scare you so badly. Definitely would recommend to any horror game fan.… Expand
  76. UCLAKoolman
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    The visuals, the sounds, the explosions... everything in this game is screaming quality. It's finally a game that makes me feel like I'm living in one of my favorite films.
  77. RainBw
    Oct 7, 2014
    9
    Aliens and Survival-Horror fan will be served if you liked Outlast you will love this game, Very nice graphics, and gameplay, easy to take in hand
    A bad note : Too many Robots..
  78. Nasher
    Oct 11, 2014
    8
    Probably the creepiest atmosphere I've seen in a game since System Shock 2. But it is the first game I've ever played where the tension is relentless, all through the game you never get the feeling of being safe. The alien can appear almost any where if you make to much noise. You also risk attracting hostile human NPCs. Get both in the same room and you have a real mess.

    The map design    Probably the creepiest atmosphere I've seen in a game since System Shock 2. But it is the first game I've ever played where the tension is relentless, all through the game you never get the feeling of being safe. The alien can appear almost any where if you make to much noise. You also risk attracting hostile human NPCs. Get both in the same room and you have a real mess.

    The map design is good. The AI isn't amazing, but it's better than most FPSs (it's a lot smarter on hard than the other modes as well). It's certainly the best Aliens game I've played.    … Expand
  79. johndows
    Oct 12, 2014
    10
    For those who love first Alien its a must have, this game basically allows you to get that forgotten feeling when you watched the movie for the first time. All breath taking moments from discovering alien to arming self destruction device are now in game, allowing you to re-live those moments by yourself. A bit different story line of course, but you will see many familiar references. OnlyFor those who love first Alien its a must have, this game basically allows you to get that forgotten feeling when you watched the movie for the first time. All breath taking moments from discovering alien to arming self destruction device are now in game, allowing you to re-live those moments by yourself. A bit different story line of course, but you will see many familiar references. Only thing to consider is game difficulty, if your a casual player -- stay on a lowest difficulty, it will save your nervous.… Expand
  80. KontraKommando
    Apr 19, 2015
    10
    I recommend this game to anyone that is a fan of Aliens. This survival horror is a master piece, that should be experienced by anyone that is a fan of the genre. This game has remarkable atmosphere, and is aesthetically authentic to the stage designs from the original films. Moreover, the Xenomorph that stalks you will have you hiding in fear for your life. There is more than just jumpI recommend this game to anyone that is a fan of Aliens. This survival horror is a master piece, that should be experienced by anyone that is a fan of the genre. This game has remarkable atmosphere, and is aesthetically authentic to the stage designs from the original films. Moreover, the Xenomorph that stalks you will have you hiding in fear for your life. There is more than just jump scares in the games. You actually feel a sense of impending doom, as the alien stalks you throughout the levels.… Expand
  81. RedLeader
    Oct 11, 2014
    9
    A truly excellent AAA horror game. Incredibly tense and ramps up to some really great "nope" moments! Not without flaws (what is?). Some criticism I've read revolves around a long difficult story with sparse save points. These are crazy criticisms for a horror game. The save points are fine and I prefer a long rather than short story. The story is good, but the voice acting is average (andA truly excellent AAA horror game. Incredibly tense and ramps up to some really great "nope" moments! Not without flaws (what is?). Some criticism I've read revolves around a long difficult story with sparse save points. These are crazy criticisms for a horror game. The save points are fine and I prefer a long rather than short story. The story is good, but the voice acting is average (and model lip-synching is poor) but rarely does it affect my enjoyment. I played it since it's midnight release on Xbox One and for several scary hours each day since. There were some laggy moments and other slight bugs which I hope will get fixed with patches but no showstoppers. Buy this game. It's a going to be a classic.… Expand
  82. Zen-Zinxe
    Jan 17, 2015
    9
    This game's attention to detail is insane. I hesitated for a long time to buy this for fear it would be another colonial marines joke. But this game is a true aliens game. The story is great, the voice acting is very well done, the gameplay itself is terrifying and unforgiving, the graphics and design choices are next to perfect.

    Now if only we could get a predator game with as much    This game's attention to detail is insane. I hesitated for a long time to buy this for fear it would be another colonial marines joke. But this game is a true aliens game. The story is great, the voice acting is very well done, the gameplay itself is terrifying and unforgiving, the graphics and design choices are next to perfect.

    Now if only we could get a predator game with as much love, then I'd truly be satisfied. If you like aliens, and you like the survival horror genre, this game is about as good as you will ever get.    … Expand
  83. Trytobefair
    Oct 13, 2014
    9
    What a great game! Fear frightening and stretching. I had to have a small break because it develops a breathtaking tension bend. Everything is held concerning the features and ambient very near to the first part of the movie "Alien", spectacular conversion of a new story around heroine Ripley. The difficulty level is high, maybe not the best game for the very first gamer, but who is aWhat a great game! Fear frightening and stretching. I had to have a small break because it develops a breathtaking tension bend. Everything is held concerning the features and ambient very near to the first part of the movie "Alien", spectacular conversion of a new story around heroine Ripley. The difficulty level is high, maybe not the best game for the very first gamer, but who is a beginner when watched the mother of all horror science fiction movies called "Alien"? If you are into the Alien Saga you shouldn't miss that game, if you are not into it, watch the movie first, this will sure help you to transfer you into this future world. Without a doubt, a clear 9 for this game because it just takes you.… Expand
  84. Tooterfish
    Oct 11, 2014
    8
    Alien: Isolation is creepy at every corner in a way that reminds me of Alien the first time I watched it. The developers nailed authenticity where previous Alien-game developers fell short. I'm very impressed to say the least. I would recommend everyone watch the Alien movie first, then jump into this game to truly appreciate the experience.
  85. Honelith
    Oct 13, 2014
    9
    As a horror game, it works brilliantly and I appluad Creative Assembly for giving us this style of game, it's very tense, very atmospheric and no game will draw you in like Alien Isolation with it' suberb audio and atmospheric effects. The ever persistent Alien is horrific and clever, as you adjust to the mechanics you realise just how well done the stalking mechanics are, it feels likeAs a horror game, it works brilliantly and I appluad Creative Assembly for giving us this style of game, it's very tense, very atmospheric and no game will draw you in like Alien Isolation with it' suberb audio and atmospheric effects. The ever persistent Alien is horrific and clever, as you adjust to the mechanics you realise just how well done the stalking mechanics are, it feels like you're being hunted by something very sinister and almost too real.… Expand
  86. dark_wiz
    Oct 13, 2014
    9
    Great game, it had me hooked I couldn't put it down. Just when I thought it was over there was more peril. Atmospherically its very true to the movie, which I just watched recently. Hard but not impossible( played on easy took about 40+ hours to finish) you will learn as you go but a first you will pay the price at first. Stealth, patience and wits are key, but keep moving!

    I'm trying    Great game, it had me hooked I couldn't put it down. Just when I thought it was over there was more peril. Atmospherically its very true to the movie, which I just watched recently. Hard but not impossible( played on easy took about 40+ hours to finish) you will learn as you go but a first you will pay the price at first. Stealth, patience and wits are key, but keep moving!

    I'm trying to convince myself to play again on a harder level, I can imagine the stress ! If you're looking for a shooter this isn't it.    … Expand
  87. Soujirop
    Oct 12, 2014
    8
    It's really sad that, after such a fantastic and long adventure,we are left with the shortest, laziest and most unsatisfying ending in videogames' history.
  88. whatops
    Oct 14, 2014
    10
    Per chi ha amato ed ama il primo, ma anche il secondo, Alien questo gioco rappresenta la perfezione.
    Da avere a tutti i costi, grafica magnifica ma soprattutto una atmosfera come non si vedeva da anni
  89. Svetlano
    Oct 15, 2014
    10
    It's such a shame that when some brave developer rarely attempts an uncompromising original formula programming an AAA title that really works , these industry leaded fake reviews sites try to bomb the sales.
    Alien isolation stay true to the original material , without stupid and arcadish concessions to the big audience.
    It' an immersive and tense slow paced game (if you play hard    It's such a shame that when some brave developer rarely attempts an uncompromising original formula programming an AAA title that really works , these industry leaded fake reviews sites try to bomb the sales.
    Alien isolation stay true to the original material , without stupid and arcadish concessions to the big audience.
    It' an immersive and tense slow paced game (if you play hard difficulty, how it should be played).
    You're hunted by a deadly predator and you must survive, walking slowly , hiding yourself , thinking every step.
    This is the Alien game that all the fans were waiting from years.
    If you don'l like slow pacing, and the first alien movie, this game is CLEARLY NOT for you.

    Shame on IGN and Gamespot, this is really sad.    … Expand
  90. chuckyboy12001
    Oct 14, 2014
    8
    After the debacle that was Aliens: Colonial Marines Alien: Isolation, developed by The Creative Assembly, is a lovingly crafted and brave new take on the Alien franchise in videogame form. The most important thing to understand about this new entry into the series is it's radical shift in gameplay design from those of which were, by an large, iterations on the same gameplay firstAfter the debacle that was Aliens: Colonial Marines Alien: Isolation, developed by The Creative Assembly, is a lovingly crafted and brave new take on the Alien franchise in videogame form. The most important thing to understand about this new entry into the series is it's radical shift in gameplay design from those of which were, by an large, iterations on the same gameplay first experienced Doom. And it was with no surprise that the franchise was going to take this well trodden path as the sequel to the original film in the series was John Carmack's main inspiration in developing Doom.

    By diagnosing the main problem with one of videogames most popular genres The Creative Assembly have opted to make the player feel as vulnerable as possible in order to instil a genuine sense of dread and tension throughout the game. The game doesn't allow players to horde backpacks full of guns and ammo but instead forces you to use any meagre gadget you can concoct in order to distract your enemies as opposed to mowing them down with little cost to your resources or safety. There are guns introduced later in the game and surprise surprise here in lies one of the games strange inconsistencies with the Alien cannon and potential flaws in it's gameplay.

    After a slow burn introduction to the Sevastopol Station, a crumbling space port in it's last stages of being decommissioned, the game starts out incredibly reminiscent of Bioshock allowing the player to venture in at their own pace discovering computers containing personal logs by Sevastopol inhabitants and audio recordings that help to organically deliver the narrative element of the game. Once further into the Sevastopol and the main elements have been introduced the gameplay really takes off with the Alien and other enemies all working together to create a wonderfully organic emergent gameplay style that is never scripted and always seems unique throughout repeat playthroughs. And repeat playthroughs of invidual missions will become commonplace to even the most seasoned and skilled players as The Creative Assembly have done something truly amazing with the AI of it's titular enemy by designing it to work with heightened sensors that enable it to respond dynamically to sound and situations as opposed to being moved on predetermined paths with basic AI programming. In short this game is **** HARD!

    The look and feel of the game is stunning, albeit it with a minimal amount of dodgy cutscenes, poor human facial animations and shader aliasing problems, as the lighting and graphical fidelity convinces you that you are in world of Alien, one of cinemas most stunning and meticulously designed films. The Alien's design and animations are far beyond anything I've seen in any game and it's clear where Sega have really channelled their money opting, with minor cost to less vital parts of the game, to really bring the Alien to life.

    However there are some problems with the game, although minimal, and these are down in large part to the second half of this massive game. When I say massive I can tell you it must have taken me over 25 hours to complete the game on Normal difficulty on a very explorative playthrough and once the game reached the 15 hour mark for me, which would have been an ample length for a game of this kind, the Alien "goes on vacation" for the 3rd quarter of the game leaving you pining for it's return. Once the game finds itself without an Alien you are left to contend with the stations second most deadly entity, the Androids, who prove to be somewhat less fulfilling. The game also chooses to ignore some vital elements of the Alien's lifecycle introduced by James Cameron in the second movie which I feel are to it's detriment.

    On the whole Alien: Isolation is one of the most tense and claustrophobic horror stealth games I've ever experienced and I heartily recommend to it to any and all that have even the slightest interest in horror and sci-fiction. Well done CA the Alien is finally back in town!    … Expand
  91. Andore
    Oct 13, 2014
    10
    Absolutely gorgeous, an instante classic. I just finished it and already put it among my favourite games of all time.
    You really need to get into the game's mechanics, and if that happens (not a game for everybody I guess) you'll be simply sucked in till the end.
    Only downsides are the character's face expressions and a slightly rough antialiasing, that contrast a bit with the otherwise    Absolutely gorgeous, an instante classic. I just finished it and already put it among my favourite games of all time.
    You really need to get into the game's mechanics, and if that happens (not a game for everybody I guess) you'll be simply sucked in till the end.
    Only downsides are the character's face expressions and a slightly rough antialiasing, that contrast a bit with the otherwise flawless technical execution.
    Unmissable.    … Expand
  92. sloakz
    Oct 11, 2014
    10
    A excellent horror game and the best Alien game to date, fantastic graphics and runs very well indeed. Finally a Alien game we can be proud of, hopefully this new IP for Creative Assembly will spawn a series that we can get our teeth into.

    10/10
  93. m0rd
    Jan 1, 2015
    10
    By far the best Alien game created (not a lot of competition though) and i think it's the best game of 2014. The developpers put a lot of work into the details and you can feel the respect they had for the first Alien movie. The creature is viciously scary, it's clever enough to make other AI in solo games look like 2-bits degenerates. They crafted an intense game, its tension becomesBy far the best Alien game created (not a lot of competition though) and i think it's the best game of 2014. The developpers put a lot of work into the details and you can feel the respect they had for the first Alien movie. The creature is viciously scary, it's clever enough to make other AI in solo games look like 2-bits degenerates. They crafted an intense game, its tension becomes almost unbearable in some sections. It's a must have for any player. Just make sure to go through the main campain in hard difficulty at least, to be delighted by pure fear.… Expand
  94. mikhail_lem
    Nov 17, 2014
    10
    It's probably the best first person survival horror game EVER. It's very tense, extremely frightening, looks gorgeous, sounds beautifully, and it will make truly feel the dread and danger of being hunted by a 7 ft tall alien killing machine. Thirty five years have passed since Alien, and now it feels fresher than ever.-
  95. expellite
    Sep 10, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Wow! I must say that I'd never expect the creators of Total War to make such a masterpiece in such a genre! Alien Isolation is indeed a true Alien game and it completely surpasses its predecessor in every field! The story is extremely loyal to the original Ridley Scott movie, Alien (1979) starring Sigourney Weaver as Amanda Ripley who turns out to be the very last survivor of the Torrens as go farther in the game! Creative Assembly has undoubtedly succeeded in creating a Survival-Survival-Survival-Horror game!!! It's all about survival! It's true survival! You'll find it reasonably difficult to gather ammunitions. Ammunition is pretty limited (I won't say extremely, because it's still enough to get rid of a good number of the bad-ass androids-in-orange which aren't vulnerable to EMPs!). This is not Dead Space! You most probably will prefer to walk under shadows rather than making a mess around! Everyone, Everything in this game has got keen ears! Shoot a bullet and everyone will come to find you! The Alien on the other hand is a totally different hostile! the most intelligent and the toughest enemy you could ever have is the Alien itself! It can get into the vents above you, in the ceiling and surprise you in a very bad time! It's undefeatable! When spotted you won't be able to move farther than a few meters, it'll get you! Whatever it takes, it'll get you! So creeping slowly on the ground is way safer than running quickly from room to room!
    Play it! Save it a lot! Enjoy! Hide! It's all survival! It's all survival!    … Expand
  96. Slayerking
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    This is the best game I have played in a long time, You truly feel like you are being hunted. The game looks amazing and sounds great and the atmosphere just sucks you right into the game.
  97. Minsc
    Oct 10, 2014
    10
    Best game I've played in a long time. The atmosphere reminds me of the old System Shock 1/2, and is really immersive. The sound is so important and you are constantly listening for anything that can alert you to things around you. Looks superb and runs great too. If you like Aliens, horror games or want something that isn't just the same thing over and over again (like the repetitiveBest game I've played in a long time. The atmosphere reminds me of the old System Shock 1/2, and is really immersive. The sound is so important and you are constantly listening for anything that can alert you to things around you. Looks superb and runs great too. If you like Aliens, horror games or want something that isn't just the same thing over and over again (like the repetitive missions in so many games these days), you will really enjoy this game.… Expand
  98. private
    Oct 15, 2014
    10
    It's one of the best games I've ever played. Atmosphere of fear and hopelessness is overwhelming. You can't defeat your enemy in combat, so you have to avoid the Alien for all costs. You can also feel the climate of first Alien movie in every way. Definitely the best game with Alien in the lead role since old AvP 2 game from 2001. If you're a fan of Alien, this game is a must!
  99. Hauptfeldwebel
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    Ein echt geiles Spiel !!!

    + Sound
    + Grafik
    + Geschichte

    Dieses Spiel könnt ihr ohne Probleme kaufen. ;)
    Also habt viel Spaß und lasst euch vom Alien nicht erwischen ;)
  100. sanex
    Oct 13, 2014
    10
    Amazing horror with good storyline, nice graphic, VERY GOOD atmosphere and SCARY ALIEN!!!! One of the best games i ever play. 10/10, game of the year and etc.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 41 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 41
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 41
  3. Negative: 0 out of 41
  1. CD-Action
    Dec 13, 2014
    90
    This game makes you crawl like a goddamn worm, in constant fear of being squashed. I was scared to leave the closet I was hiding in, because the monster was somewhere out there. [Dec 2014, p.68]
  2. Digital Trends
    Nov 25, 2014
    60
    The Creative Assembly’s game, however, is cooked; left to boil so long it loses all flavor and texture. For 10 hours, Isolation is one of the best horror games ever made, until a second, poorly made game bursts out of its heart.
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  3. Pelit (Finland)
    Nov 15, 2014
    87
    Alien Isolation can be frustratingly difficult at times, but nevertheless it’s easily the best game in the Alien franchise since the original Aliens vs Predator. The fact that the game mimics perfectly the 1970s look and sci fi stylings of Ridley Scott’s Alien film makes the experience even more endearing. By featuring absurd number of “surprise” twists, Alien Isolation’s final act could’ve used some trimming. [Nov 2014]
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