Alien: Isolation

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  1. Sashexander
    Oct 8, 2014
    9
    Everybody knows by now that the atmosphere in this game is amazing, because it is. Everything works, yet looks unique giving each area a certain character. Gameplay wise, the game takes a while to gain moment and complexity, but once it reaches that point the possibilities for completing a mission are endless. This is thanks to the crafting system and the excellent "peep" mechanics. TheEverybody knows by now that the atmosphere in this game is amazing, because it is. Everything works, yet looks unique giving each area a certain character. Gameplay wise, the game takes a while to gain moment and complexity, but once it reaches that point the possibilities for completing a mission are endless. This is thanks to the crafting system and the excellent "peep" mechanics. The enemies are challenging, and each in their won ways. I found myself being relieved at each interval when I would switch from Joe's to the Xeno or even humans. It keeps it fresh. What holds it back is the glitches that are a little to frequent to ignore. People talk without moving their lips, whole death sequences falter leaving a character alive who is scripted as being dead. These things aside, the best story telling didn't happen in the cutscenes (although those are a delight), they happened in the voice acting from Amanda herself. Truly the best I've heard in a game. 9/10… Expand
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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.
  5. Seel75
    Oct 7, 2014
    1
    Wow thuis must the the most boring and lineair game i played in a while. The AI sucks and is fully scripted. Could have been such a good game with this graphics. And loading screens... Come on this is 2014!
  6. 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.
  7. 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..
  8. ldub
    Oct 7, 2014
    5
    Tense yet sluggish and ultimately mediocre. The visuals are stunning which seems like where the majority of the budget for this rushed title came from. Sadly, Alien Isolation could have been something great if it wasn't marred by "cheap" moments that just screw the player over, endless waiting when you've obviously dodged an opponent, and a flimsy story full of more holes than a piece ofTense yet sluggish and ultimately mediocre. The visuals are stunning which seems like where the majority of the budget for this rushed title came from. Sadly, Alien Isolation could have been something great if it wasn't marred by "cheap" moments that just screw the player over, endless waiting when you've obviously dodged an opponent, and a flimsy story full of more holes than a piece of Swiss cheese.… Expand
  9. 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.
  10. 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!
  11. 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
  12. Horror666
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    NICE TRY IGN......,,,but no.

    As an individual who favours a good horror game over everything else, this is hands down an amazing thrill ride and worth your 60-70$. Creative assembly nailed it. Rarely am I ever immersed into a game on such an in depth level. Story, graphics, sounds, pacing all get 10-10.
  13. 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.
  14. 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..."
  15. 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
  16. 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.
  17. Markiniezter
    Oct 7, 2014
    6
    A good game, to take a few scares, but in many parts of the touch of horror game is lost.
    It also has a horrible artificial intelligence, the characters do not look very real, sometimes it can be lost in history.
  18. MDJ2010
    Oct 7, 2014
    8
    So what can you say? Best Alien game ever? Most likely. Perfection? Not quite. Whilst the game marvels with its infectious ambience and hair raising AI, it never quite manages to escape the extra terrestrial clutches of being quite irritating. Whilst it's non-AAA qualities allow for a game which is far from intent upon chasing the buying masses, it's insistence upon overstating theSo what can you say? Best Alien game ever? Most likely. Perfection? Not quite. Whilst the game marvels with its infectious ambience and hair raising AI, it never quite manages to escape the extra terrestrial clutches of being quite irritating. Whilst it's non-AAA qualities allow for a game which is far from intent upon chasing the buying masses, it's insistence upon overstating the omnipotence of the Xenomorph, can leave you feeling like victory will (at times) fall upon little more than a lucky break.

    The games pacing begins with aplomb, as you begin to question the presence of the chief villain far before its arrival and, at the same time, are lead into a perfect false sense of security as it finally appears to turn your nightmares into a living reality.

    The following hours are spent with an understanding that thinking on your feet is a necessity, whilst scrunched eyes and screen-avoiding head turns are sure to be the only way to shun an alien AI which can be considered one of the most intelligent ever seen in a video game.

    Of course, this is also one of the games chief problems. At times, the Alien AI is simply unstoppable. Were he to say jump, my only response would be to ask how high. And whilst a bevy of craft-able weaponry may seems like the perfect distraction for his hunting expertise, you can be left with the feeling that if the game wants you dead, there is very little you can do to prevent your inevitable demise
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    But (and it is a big but), this is what makes Alien Isolation everything it claims to be. It really is the ultimate survival horror. Forget the overused simplicities of low ammo in a world of insurmountable odds. This is a isolated ship in which you are restricted in movement (thanks to a very well designed level structure), clouded in doubt (thanks to superb audio and nerve jangling flumes of steam), and fraught with fear (thanks to a single entity set upon pulling you limb from limb). Alien Isolation will keep you on edge, it will make you question your decision making and, above all else, will ensure that you are thoroughly immersed whilst doing it.

    Reviewers have been fair in their opinions that the game drops off in the closing hours. By then, you have seen it all and done it all. A heavy dose of everything at once does little more than distract from what has (up to that point) been a battle of wits against singular foes. However, if you want an October of fear to lead you towards Halloween, Alien Isolation is arguably the best game to achieve that and one created to ensure that as you fall asleep at night, you will have sharp memories of the speed, power and terror of the mighty Xenomorph.    … Expand
  19. 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
  20. 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!
  21. 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!
  22. 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
  23. 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
  24. Rainwhole
    Oct 7, 2014
    9
    Survival horror that understands the importance of the concept of "flight or fight". Not always, mind you, but once you acquire the flame thrower you have the option to confront danger instead of just cowering underneath a table.

    In terms of production, Isolation shines brightly. With a beautifully crafted world inspired by Ridley Scott's original masterpiece, and a truly exquisite use    Survival horror that understands the importance of the concept of "flight or fight". Not always, mind you, but once you acquire the flame thrower you have the option to confront danger instead of just cowering underneath a table.

    In terms of production, Isolation shines brightly. With a beautifully crafted world inspired by Ridley Scott's original masterpiece, and a truly exquisite use of sound design to help invoke fear, adrenaline, and isolation.

    The only real problem with this game is how too unforgiven it can be at times. Yet, it reminds me of the Souls series where every fail inspires me to keep trying instead of making me want to stop. Isolation is a true AAA survival horror worthy of your time!    … Expand
  25. 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
  26. RedMoose
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    This is it. This is the game you've been waiting for.

    If you're a big fan of the original Alien film, then this game will deliver. From the level design, art style, lighting, and retro electronics. This game screams authenticity when compared to the original film. As for the game play: It's absolutely terrifying at times. (Akin to that of Dead Space) The intensity of enemies nearby,    This is it. This is the game you've been waiting for.

    If you're a big fan of the original Alien film, then this game will deliver. From the level design, art style, lighting, and retro electronics. This game screams authenticity when compared to the original film.

    As for the game play: It's absolutely terrifying at times. (Akin to that of Dead Space) The intensity of enemies nearby, the internal struggle of "Do I make a run for it?" really makes the game a blast....Though on the other hand, where it's quiet. Where nothing happens, is equally as unsettling. This is where Alien: Isolation pulls through. The fact that you never feel safe in any situation.

    Creative Assembly outdid themselves this time. Whilst it's not the game that people wanted in some aspects (You can't blast the Alien away with guns), it's the game that people definitely deserved considering the mess that was Aliens: Colonial Marines.    … Expand
  27. PhantasySatire
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    As a fan of the original Alien, I found this entry to be incredibly immersive and true to the film, even inspirational in a way that HR Giger would have been extremely proud. This is certainly not a game for people with ADD or compulsive disorders (i.e. people who enjoy CoD, Halo and the like) and I can understand why they would feel disappointed. It's because they were expecting an FPSAs a fan of the original Alien, I found this entry to be incredibly immersive and true to the film, even inspirational in a way that HR Giger would have been extremely proud. This is certainly not a game for people with ADD or compulsive disorders (i.e. people who enjoy CoD, Halo and the like) and I can understand why they would feel disappointed. It's because they were expecting an FPS and move around too much, too fast and probably die incessantly as a consequence. For those of us that like to immerse ourself in a world, take a long Sunday drive, and take in the little details, this game is exactly what we've been looking for. And the fact that it does this while staying so true to Alien form is very impressive.

    I've been gaming for many decades and I can honestly say that this game made me feel like it was 2003 and I was playing Metroid Prime for the first time. If you know what I'm talking about, tarry not and buy this game.

    To Creative Assembly: A sincere thank you from the bottom of my heart. This masterpiece is a true work of art. Please remember those of us that love it when you contemplate a second.    … Expand
  28. beladrim
    Oct 7, 2014
    8
    Delivers on its promises. Not the Alien"S" Game some people have hoped for, but definitly THE 1979 alien movie game adaptation fans will enjoy. If you ever wanted to experience the movie first hand... Look no further.

    THE GOOD : + Amazing AI +Oppressing environment + Faithfull to the movie + Great attention to detail + Very scary + The survivor mode and Crew missions are enjoyable +    Delivers on its promises. Not the Alien"S" Game some people have hoped for, but definitly THE 1979 alien movie game adaptation fans will enjoy. If you ever wanted to experience the movie first hand... Look no further.

    THE GOOD : + Amazing AI +Oppressing environment + Faithfull to the movie + Great attention to detail + Very scary + The survivor mode and Crew missions are enjoyable
    + Enjoyable story (But predictable if you are a fan of the movies)
    + Its not Alien Colonial Marines :3

    BAD :

    - A bit too long, which breaks the pacing
    - The AI can be a bit unfair at times (Ex : Camping an exit or locker for 5 minutes)
    - The saving system (while adding an extra layer of stress, which is good) can be very frustrating at times as it forces you to start over.

    Not the perfect Alien game, but a VERY good one. Best Alien game since AvP2.    … Expand
  29. Follbern
    Oct 7, 2014
    2
    If this is horror,than I queen Elizabeth.Serious,that's not scary at all!It's like Outlast but much less attractive,plus this gameplay fast bored.The only why you can play in it,it's graphics and Alien.
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  30. ChaosSS
    Oct 7, 2014
    2
    t's the horror game alien fans always wanted when the alien actually shows up, but unfortunately some bad ideas guy at creative assembly decided to fill the game with loads of really bad stealth encounters with random people with guns. And it sooo broken right now.
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Metascore
81

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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