Alien: Isolation

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  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. xown
    Oct 18, 2014
    10
    Game of the Year! Best game based on cinema! First stealth where I was afraid to be found. Awesome surround music. Very good scene mix. A lot of wow effects. Anything bad? Maybe... who cares! Just Best Alience Game!
  6. 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
  7. T-Opel
    Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Highly recommended, I have not been this scared while playing a game in a long time, it is definitely not for the faint of heart! For a game that came out in 2014, it looks visually stunning on the highest detail setting, which really helps with improving the atmosphere even further. It can get a bit frustrating at times when you have to repeat progress from the latest save point. IHighly recommended, I have not been this scared while playing a game in a long time, it is definitely not for the faint of heart! For a game that came out in 2014, it looks visually stunning on the highest detail setting, which really helps with improving the atmosphere even further. It can get a bit frustrating at times when you have to repeat progress from the latest save point. I decided to tune the difficulty down to medium after a while, which made it more enjoyable in this regard. I did not have a problem with the game length, it took me about 14 hours to finish with some optional content done, but not all. This might be a side effect of the medium difficulty. Also, I recommend giving the first two Alien movies a watch because it will make you appreciate all the little details in the game a lot more.… Expand
  8. 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
  9. StrikerFIN
    Oct 18, 2014
    10
    Best Alien game ever made, and one of the best horror games out there. But if you are a shooter kiddie, stay away, since it's not a shooter.

    IGN and Gamespot didn't get paid this time? Everyone else seems to be loving it. Also, I laugh at idiot reviewers who see long duration as a bad thing. How is that a bad thing? Most modern games are way too short. It's not perfect but damn    Best Alien game ever made, and one of the best horror games out there. But if you are a shooter kiddie, stay away, since it's not a shooter.

    IGN and Gamespot didn't get paid this time? Everyone else seems to be loving it. Also, I laugh at idiot reviewers who see long duration as a bad thing. How is that a bad thing? Most modern games are way too short.

    It's not perfect but damn close. Yes there's some repetition, but they could have easily avoided that by making it same length as other games. So, in fact there is no repetition, in comparison with normal (shorter) games.    … Expand
  10. shez
    Nov 25, 2014
    10
    Outstanding! I finished this game yesterday at night. I've never been so immerse in a fiction world ever in my life! A good game is when you really can feel the emotions of your alter ego, and i was scared to death the whole time. I felt like i really was Amanda Ripley and i cared about staying alive... The graphics are super detailed (not common in modern videogames) along with theOutstanding! I finished this game yesterday at night. I've never been so immerse in a fiction world ever in my life! A good game is when you really can feel the emotions of your alter ego, and i was scared to death the whole time. I felt like i really was Amanda Ripley and i cared about staying alive... The graphics are super detailed (not common in modern videogames) along with the sounds... and this helps delivering an outstanding experience. I can't even tell how many screenshot i took, hundreds. Every corner of the ship (and exteriors too) is a masterpiece of art. Good job SEGA. Doom 4 and ID software will learn a lot from you!… Expand
  11. battleTerror
    Nov 24, 2019
    10
    Playing this through for the first time now ... and I'm mighty impressed. The game looks stunning and faithfully captures the unmistakable look and style of Ridely Scott's seminal movie. The gameplay mechanics are simple but very thoughtfully designed and implemented. It's super slick! I can't recommend this enough to fans of sci-fi, horror and just damn good games.
  12. 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
  13. CharlieBrown8
    Feb 15, 2016
    10
    Wow, what a masterpiece!! This was one of the best gaming experiences I had in the last 10 years. It rarely felt so realistic to be in a place and to be in danger, the designers really translated the spirit of the original Alien movie excellently into a game mechanic that works! An absolute must for Alien and stealth game fans!
  14. LeChucksBeard
    Oct 11, 2014
    10
    This game is a (terrifying) love letter to any person who prefers the original Alien movie to its also fantastic sequel. Even players who don't usually like horror games will feel compelled to go on and explore the picture-perfect recreation of the dark, low-high-tech sci-fi vision of the 1979's movie, filled with CRT screens, mechanical computers and steam vents.

    This is not a shooter,    This game is a (terrifying) love letter to any person who prefers the original Alien movie to its also fantastic sequel. Even players who don't usually like horror games will feel compelled to go on and explore the picture-perfect recreation of the dark, low-high-tech sci-fi vision of the 1979's movie, filled with CRT screens, mechanical computers and steam vents.

    This is not a shooter, so be prepared to hide, crouch through vents, and peer in horror at your motion detector as the beeping green blip comes closer and closer to you while you try to hold your breath and not make a noise.

    The game is difficult, occasionally unfair, and has a checkpoint save system that reminds me of Dark Souls' bonfires. It all works great to build an incredible level of tension and fear, but it will also be frustrating to players who don't want to try something different to modern straightforward shooters with quicksave systems.

    Technically, the game is a wonder. Graphics are the best I've ever seen, and they feel very well optimized for PC. Sound is even better. Every mechanical noise will bring you back to the original movie, and the music feels dynamic and oppressive, including some cues from the original movie soundtrack. The surround audio is also brilliant, and it's just as useful as your motion detector when trying to guess where the creature is.

    I can't recommend this game highly enough for fans of the first Alien movie, OR fans of horror games. For everyone else, it will probably not be their cup of tea.    … Expand
  15. 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
  16. Bnlf
    Jan 22, 2022
    10
    Truly a masterpiece. From storyline to fidelity to the first alien movie. I've never been a fan of stealth-type games, but this one blows me out of the water and made me play three times so far. Everything from audio to music, alien AI and mechanics feel really polished and triple-A.

    Ps: don't trust IGN reviews.
  17. 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
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. 0s1r1s
    May 30, 2015
    10
    Alien Isolation. Wow! What a game. PCPowerplay really hit the nail on the head with their review for this one. From the anticipation of the game’s release to the, repetitive but, enticing dev talk about the game, it’s atmosphere, it’s level design, it’s INCREDIBLE lighting and sound. This is a must-have game.

    Yes, there are some issues, like having to restart the first mission a couple    Alien Isolation. Wow! What a game. PCPowerplay really hit the nail on the head with their review for this one. From the anticipation of the game’s release to the, repetitive but, enticing dev talk about the game, it’s atmosphere, it’s level design, it’s INCREDIBLE lighting and sound. This is a must-have game.

    Yes, there are some issues, like having to restart the first mission a couple of times till you got the sequence 'wrong' and managed to move on. Watching the alien walk through walls and furniture a few times was amusing … up until it was able to bite my face off through a closed locker.

    But regardless of some issues, the support was superb and always pretty quick to get back to you on the forums – in my experience anyway. Origin, Ubisoft and definitely EA could take a leaf out of their book.

    I am enough of a man to admit that the ‘poo your pants’ factor got the better of me and I had to drop the difficulty down to easy from the Medbay onwards. But the replayability of the game is clear as I am presently leaving other, newer, titles collecting digital dust as I play my way through on medium. I can only imagine the horror of hard. Yikes!

    I cannot recommend this game enough to people. I would also highly recommend getting surround headphones as it makes the experience all the more terrifying as you hear a door open behind you and that SSHHHHHHH as the alien spots you trying to save your game progress. Again, not afraid to say my sphincter has tightened many a time as I try and make a mad dash for a locker or tool cart.

    A truly brilliant experience.    … Expand
  22. 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.
  23. hwextreme
    Oct 19, 2014
    10
    Wow! The is a game changer i cannot think of any games that recreates a movie or tv show like this does, playing the game you actually feel you are re living the movie.. I hove they make many more games like this........
  24. 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.-
  25. 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
  26. 911nsidejob
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    So far this is the best looking game i own aside from battlefield 4, the lighting,ambient sounds and music really work well and give the game it's true character as well as a story that most may not get but will reveal in time with season pass.
    Aliens Colonial marines got a bad rap but as a real Alien fan it worked fine, just wasn't happy with gear box lies with E3 footage. This game has    So far this is the best looking game i own aside from battlefield 4, the lighting,ambient sounds and music really work well and give the game it's true character as well as a story that most may not get but will reveal in time with season pass.
    Aliens Colonial marines got a bad rap but as a real Alien fan it worked fine, just wasn't happy with gear box lies with E3 footage. This game has redeemed SEGA with the respect they deserve.    … Expand
  27. 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.
  28. 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
  29. Oinker
    Dec 23, 2014
    10
    Game Tip: play on hard and turn out the lights. It's both more immersive and nobody can see the sh1t stains in your pants. Advanced tip: wear a diaper.

    2:00 AM: It's been a long, long, long time since I played a game that made me scream and curse so loudly that I thought the neighbors would call the police. This game is a masterpiece of suspense and has a soundtrack that amps up the    Game Tip: play on hard and turn out the lights. It's both more immersive and nobody can see the sh1t stains in your pants. Advanced tip: wear a diaper.

    2:00 AM: It's been a long, long, long time since I played a game that made me scream and curse so loudly that I thought the neighbors would call the police. This game is a masterpiece of suspense and has a soundtrack that amps up the drama exponentially. It should have a warning label when you start it. I'm 47 and fat. I thought I might be having a heart attack at times just knowing the monster was coming for me and I was a sitting duck. Boom, boom. Boom boom. Boom boom.

    The expansive space station is meticulously put together. It has a huge amount of polygons in the many models, highly detailed textures, and tremendous lighting and shadow effects. All of which runs at a smooth frame-rate in high detail on my old dual Geforce 470s (in 3D Vision - Oh yeah. It plays well in 3D with a Helix mod patch). I think it runs so well because so much of a level is occluded; it's a result of the narrow passageways on the space station.

    As much as I liked it, I have friends who berate it because it's a stealth thriller. You're not going to go running around shooting things and survive long. This is a beautifully told horror film game mash-up and is easily the best game I've played this year. It looks and feels like it's the second chapter in the series. Watch the movie (first one) and then play the game. The mix of early 80s tech and hyper-light-speed travel is surreal.

    Creative Assembly, thank you.    … Expand
  30. 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
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Metascore
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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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