Alien: Isolation

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  1. HelderP
    Oct 13, 2014
    10
    This game is da Bomb!! Seriously, what a gem.

    If you like horror, sneaking and the Alien movie this is for you! That's all i'm going to say, I'm honestly loving this way more than I thought I was going to.
  2. Wade_VC
    Apr 18, 2015
    10
    This is, without a doubt, one of the most intense, adrenaline-fueled horror survival games I have played in many, many years.

    The atmosphere and tension is truly awe-inspiring, the graphics are exceptional, and the overall game-play is just amazing. Coupled with some of the best sound ever to appear in a video game and an exceptional story to tie everything together, Alien Isolation is    This is, without a doubt, one of the most intense, adrenaline-fueled horror survival games I have played in many, many years.

    The atmosphere and tension is truly awe-inspiring, the graphics are exceptional, and the overall game-play is just amazing. Coupled with some of the best sound ever to appear in a video game and an exceptional story to tie everything together, Alien Isolation is a gem of a game that will keep you on the edge of your seat for many, many enjoyable hours.

    If you like horror survival games, this is a must-have on every level.    … Expand
  3. DATAcrusher
    Oct 22, 2014
    10
    Returning to the roots of Survival Horror, the games starts with an eerie cinematic setting, and turns from bad to worse in the best possible way. Limited and randomized resources means using devices and bullets are hard decisions, as you can quickly run dry.
    The alien runs around as it pleases, so loading a savegame after memorizing its pattern means piss in the wind.
    When playing on    Returning to the roots of Survival Horror, the games starts with an eerie cinematic setting, and turns from bad to worse in the best possible way. Limited and randomized resources means using devices and bullets are hard decisions, as you can quickly run dry.
    The alien runs around as it pleases, so loading a savegame after memorizing its pattern means piss in the wind.
    When playing on the hardest difficulty, as recommended by the developers, the Alien is truly terrifying: And like many horror games, it is the sound that makes the atmosphere, and this game 'gets' it.
    The story will take you in, albeit being slow at times, and feels like its a lost part of the "Alien" movie series.
    The game has minor bugs here and there, but none which hurt gameplay.
    The only negative part is the laggy cutscenes.    … Expand
  4. 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
  5. pre_-cision-_
    Oct 10, 2014
    10
    Alien Isolation to borrow a quote from gearbox, is a "love letter to fans" of the franchise. There is no reason to be skeptical this time around as Isolation might go down not only as one of the best Alien games but perhaps even the one of the best survival horror titles to ever be released. New comers who are not familiar with the movies would have no problem at all picking up this titleAlien Isolation to borrow a quote from gearbox, is a "love letter to fans" of the franchise. There is no reason to be skeptical this time around as Isolation might go down not only as one of the best Alien games but perhaps even the one of the best survival horror titles to ever be released. New comers who are not familiar with the movies would have no problem at all picking up this title and I would be willing to bet they would get sucked into the universe of Alien franchise. For those of us who are diehard fans I can not knit pick anything with wrong with this game. Graphics, voice acting, storyline, atmosphere, gameplay mechanics, ai behavior and fan service are all at or near perfection in my book. On the hardest gameplay setting this game can be brutally difficult however you have to ask yourself, would you really want it any other way? Alien Isolation is a game meant to challenge you to survive against the deadliest killer in universe and it at all times feels that way. I'm so happy for Creative Assembly and thankful for the work they put into this game.… Expand
  6. MrFlankster
    Oct 21, 2014
    10
    Thank you Sega and all those involved in making this game. If you loved the first 2 movies, especially the first then this game is a must play. This game is a true "survival horror" in the fullest sense of the term. This game truly is unlike any other game out there. If you buy it and go into it knowing that it requires a lot of patience and thought, and that its not a "action" game, thenThank you Sega and all those involved in making this game. If you loved the first 2 movies, especially the first then this game is a must play. This game is a true "survival horror" in the fullest sense of the term. This game truly is unlike any other game out there. If you buy it and go into it knowing that it requires a lot of patience and thought, and that its not a "action" game, then I think you'll enjoy it a great deal.

    I did myself a favor and took the advice of a post on IGN and I watched the 1st film before playing it. I even watched the 2nd. That got me all primed to play this game. There are some technical bugs, but I'm giving this the 100% rating based off of how much I enjoyed the game. It has story, gameplay, and probably the best atmosphere that I've ever seen. I really hope they find a way to create a sequel and enhance gameplay features. (Like jumping over obstacles; it's pretty silly that there is an item behind a counter that anyone can hop over, but the game requires a keycard to the door accessing behind said counter.) I spent 30 hours in this game. It has a Metroid type feel to it, making the backtracking worth it. Not once did I feel like I was unnecessarily repeating a level. The dialogue and messages you can find scattered throughout the game really add to the experience, giving you a sense of a community going crazy.

    All in all, if you like the movies and want a true survival horror feeling, there isn't another game out there that embodies what it would feel like being trapped in a relatively small habitat with man killing demon while trying to battle the elements, threats, and people trying to do the same as you... survive.    … Expand
  7. JDSCigano666
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    Hands down the most atmospheric and terrifying gaming experience in existence. Still holds up after all these years and what a treat for Alien fans.
  8. Carlitoxic
    Feb 18, 2015
    10
    The great Alien Isolation is the Goldeneye 007 of Nintendo 64 with the Alien movie franchise. A terrifying survival horror and the best adventure of 2014.
  9. LeChucksBeard
    Oct 13, 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 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
  10. DumbRoDent42
    Oct 10, 2014
    10
    Run, hide, get killed, do it again. And it's freakin' great.

    The Alien game of my dreams, given life. A 15-20 hour session of cat-and-mouse between you and a giant, growling jungle cat of a critter, sprinkled with encounters with both humans and unnervingly third-rate, cheaply produced androids with paper skin and camera eyes. The stealth is svelte and refined. The design takes cues    Run, hide, get killed, do it again. And it's freakin' great.

    The Alien game of my dreams, given life. A 15-20 hour session of cat-and-mouse between you and a giant, growling jungle cat of a critter, sprinkled with encounters with both humans and unnervingly third-rate, cheaply produced androids with paper skin and camera eyes. The stealth is svelte and refined. The design takes cues from the greats, especially with the brilliantly, tensely anarchistic presence of actual hard save points like the typewriters of RE's past.
    Great horror setting; great horror writing; great horror game.
    Oh, and the Last Survivor DLC was an Alien fan's dream gameplay experience. It left a grin on my face.

    To be played in the dark, on hard, with headphones. Not for whiny, spoiled people who want to feel empowered and perfect and get through on a single golden run, so much as those that want to overcome their fears in a cold sweat and feel stronger for doing it.    … Expand
  11. justin_cantrell
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    This game's setting (if your an Alien fan) is so amazing.First off the sound design,it's amazing,the atomisphere is breathtaking.This game is not for everybody,gamer's who want a quick fix,or are looking for something that give's them immediate gradification,may want to look elsewhere,it's a slow burn,but one that pays off,it's can be chilling at time's.
  12. peterphnguyen
    Mar 7, 2015
    10
    IGN's review of this game actually nearly put me of buying it. But let me warn anyone who is interested to not watch their crappy review, this game as an alien game is amazing. Graphics and sound are amazing, the atmosphere is just perfect. I was never interested in Aliens but since playing this game my interest has soared.
    It may seem a bit dragged at certain times but it just means you    IGN's review of this game actually nearly put me of buying it. But let me warn anyone who is interested to not watch their crappy review, this game as an alien game is amazing. Graphics and sound are amazing, the atmosphere is just perfect. I was never interested in Aliens but since playing this game my interest has soared.
    It may seem a bit dragged at certain times but it just means you are getting your moneys worth. The Alien in Isolation definitely portrays the Aliens in the films perfectly and even though you may feel just a little bit op near the end it remains suspenseful hiding and trying to trick your way around Aliens, humans and androids.
    Just so you can have an example scenario of what may encounter randomly in this game... I bumped into two humans holding machine guns, one asked me to back away which I did and they let me go. However I had to go past them for some loot in order to create certain items. They saw me and opened fire nearly killing me. But their gunfire attracted the Alien and within 2seconds they were torn to pieces by it which then led to my death as it saw me cowering in the corner of the room.
    Love this game.    … Expand
  13. Taggen86
    Feb 7, 2015
    10
    One of the best games for ps4 this far. The atmosphere is amazing and captures the film almost perfectly, The gameplay is awesome aswell and you really need to manage your resources on the higher difficulties. Do not listen to the people that tell you that the game is too long or too hard, the game is awesome! Currently on my second playthrough.
  14. 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.
  15. markelfo
    Jan 25, 2015
    10
    El mejor juego del 2014 !! Su nivel de detalle es enfermizo . Con unos buenos cascos puede llegar a ser peligroso para la salud de nuestro corazón !Un juego muy bueno.
  16. xD34THxD34L3Rx
    Oct 10, 2014
    10
    This game is the game us Alien fans have all been waiting for. Ignore those reviews from polygon and ign. This game makes you feel like you are actually in the movie, as if you were on the ship trying to survive. The atmosphere is completely spot on with the movies. Just wanted to keep this review short because I am in the middle of playing the game.
  17. BigBiggo
    Oct 30, 2014
    10
    Think Doom 3 with a lot less shooting. The alien is big and scary but the androids are significantly more disturbing, in my opinion anyway. The A.I patterns of the alien are randomised (like in the STALKER games) but there are some occasional scripted sequences for dramatic effect. Lots of nods to the original film and a few to a Blade Runner even! The cutscenes look weird and stutter andThink Doom 3 with a lot less shooting. The alien is big and scary but the androids are significantly more disturbing, in my opinion anyway. The A.I patterns of the alien are randomised (like in the STALKER games) but there are some occasional scripted sequences for dramatic effect. Lots of nods to the original film and a few to a Blade Runner even! The cutscenes look weird and stutter and most of the facial animation is quite unconvincing but these are trivial issues. It is a very linear corridor shooter type of deal and there are aspects which are quite stupid (no jump button etc) so it is not a game without its quirks. This game is highly immersive and memorable and these traits are what really count in a game. If you are an avid fan of good things then you should definitely check this out.… Expand
  18. Steyraus
    Jun 28, 2021
    10
    Simply one of the best Survival.horror games and one of the best games of the generation. This game was so good it would influence the most famous horror franchises games as Resident Evil 7 and 8 would borrow heavily from Alien Isolation.
  19. theeDarkhorse
    Jun 2, 2017
    10
    Amnesia: The Dark Descent was great. It invented the genre. Everything that attempted to emulate it felt trite to the extent that i gave up on the genre. I avoided Alien: Isolation for two and a half years for that reason. The middling reviews confirmed my expectations. After 2 and a half years It was cheap enough in stores to warrant a go (It was the only game on the shelf i hadn'tAmnesia: The Dark Descent was great. It invented the genre. Everything that attempted to emulate it felt trite to the extent that i gave up on the genre. I avoided Alien: Isolation for two and a half years for that reason. The middling reviews confirmed my expectations. After 2 and a half years It was cheap enough in stores to warrant a go (It was the only game on the shelf i hadn't played)

    This game gave me the experience you expect from a new console. It felt like Tomb Raider or Resident Evil on PS1. Turok on N64 and Resident Evil 4 on Gamecube. It feels new and exciting. Its genuinely tense. The sound and art design are hollywood level. Beautifully presented. Remember when you bought games because they were unique and fun as opposed to having the quality of being an update or a sequel? This games a reminder of that and I'm so pissed that i allowed external influences to prevent me from playing this. The reviews are mixed because not everyone has the same experience. The a.i makes each playthrough unique. Well done sega. Games like this are the reason you invest in a games console.    … Expand
  20. GlobalNightmare
    Apr 30, 2015
    10
    A true next gen title. Looks amazing, sounds amazing, and tells a story worthy of a hollywood blockbuster.
    Alien fans get all the fan service they're looking for here, and more. The Alien itself is truly frightening, and really does feel alive, almost as if its being controlled by a human player. The best AI I've encountered anywhere.
    Its not an easy game, and does require patience, but    A true next gen title. Looks amazing, sounds amazing, and tells a story worthy of a hollywood blockbuster.
    Alien fans get all the fan service they're looking for here, and more. The Alien itself is truly frightening, and really does feel alive, almost as if its being controlled by a human player. The best AI I've encountered anywhere.
    Its not an easy game, and does require patience, but an experience and tense as this, is not to be missed.    … Expand
  21. OptiMystik
    Oct 18, 2015
    10
    It's really awesome! Just outstanding game in survival/horror genre. Atmosphere, sound, graphics .. all is fantastic! Many thanks to Creative Assembly for such pleasant surprise for all Alien fans especially after Colonial Marines fiasco. It feels like Ridley Scott himself help them with the game. So it's horror game and it's audience is not so huge as shooters and so on.. so if You don'tIt's really awesome! Just outstanding game in survival/horror genre. Atmosphere, sound, graphics .. all is fantastic! Many thanks to Creative Assembly for such pleasant surprise for all Alien fans especially after Colonial Marines fiasco. It feels like Ridley Scott himself help them with the game. So it's horror game and it's audience is not so huge as shooters and so on.. so if You don't like true horrors, this game is not for you.… Expand
  22. neil77
    Jul 28, 2015
    10
    Truly the greatest game I have ever played! If you choose to lose yourself in the atmosphere, it will take you right into the heart of the alien universe. Every step is an achievement as you cautiously follow the path from start to finish from one glorious save point to the next, unaware of the terror that awaits the next turn.

    A great story to add to the movie franchise and plays    Truly the greatest game I have ever played! If you choose to lose yourself in the atmosphere, it will take you right into the heart of the alien universe. Every step is an achievement as you cautiously follow the path from start to finish from one glorious save point to the next, unaware of the terror that awaits the next turn.

    A great story to add to the movie franchise and plays mostly on the suspense of the first film. It does have its action points too which break up the pattern nicely when needed. These are not of any fps standard by any means but that's not really what it's all about.

    For those like me, fed up of the open world games, spending hours achieving very little on side missions, it sets the stage in a linear design with a more direct story driven approach. For me, this classic format triumphs every time in holding my attention, maybe not for you if you prefer your freedom to roam, though there is still plenty opportunity to search areas for items and build your weapons cache.

    Some say the game is too long, some mock the alien... All I can say is that beginning to end, I immersed myself in the surroundings and used my imagination to bring the game to me and didn't stop to even think about any negatives. Neither did I feel I was let down by either of these points anyway.

    Remember, you're playing for fun right? After all, surely that's what great storytelling and game design is all about? This title has all of this for sure.    … Expand
  23. xale
    Oct 11, 2014
    10
    I have been playing this for many hours now and it is amazing. The alien is freaking me out! I watched the first alien movie today and it was really cool to see what they have used from the film in the game. The sound in Alien Isolation is really cool, as it was in the movie. I like that you can't save when ever you like (no autosave), you have to find a station to save at. It makes itI have been playing this for many hours now and it is amazing. The alien is freaking me out! I watched the first alien movie today and it was really cool to see what they have used from the film in the game. The sound in Alien Isolation is really cool, as it was in the movie. I like that you can't save when ever you like (no autosave), you have to find a station to save at. It makes it more tense and you don't want to die.. because then you have to repeat some stuff. I'm really glad they did it this way! This way I'm really careful when trying to sneak away from the alien. Story is good, same for gameplay. From crafting stuff to fun mechanics. 10/10 from me! Must buy! :)… Expand
  24. Slevin310
    Oct 17, 2014
    10
    I might fangasim a few times during this review... but please, let me do so. I haven't seen a good ALIEN game in... oh god, decades? I enjoyed the AVP games, Aliens 3 (game) was alright but my favorite was Aliens Trilogy. Although looking at ALIENS in games I'd say the best ones aren't actually ALIEN based game. Super Contra and Metroid were my favorite games of all time and I knew theI might fangasim a few times during this review... but please, let me do so. I haven't seen a good ALIEN game in... oh god, decades? I enjoyed the AVP games, Aliens 3 (game) was alright but my favorite was Aliens Trilogy. Although looking at ALIENS in games I'd say the best ones aren't actually ALIEN based game. Super Contra and Metroid were my favorite games of all time and I knew the reason why was because there were hints of H.R. Giger's work in there. Then there was.... ugh Aliens Colonial Marines and I wept for my franchise as we might not see another game based on the lore for awhile. The chance to have a good gaming company do a new age ALIEN game had been blown on crappy FPS Call of Duty Alien Warfare. A game that had no sense of the sci-fi horror I knew and loved.

    But then we got Alien Isolation... thank you. This is the ALIEN game I've been waiting for. It's beautiful and does the franchise proud. The intro alone made me nerd out pretty hard, hearing Ripley's audio recording from ALIEN as the intro?! I don't care if they threw in "oh and Ripley had a daughter this whole time...." storyline. They make it work, and I see a lot of Ripley in her.

    As for the actual gameplay, now this is going to be different each fan. I am a big fan of ALIEN the first movie. It had more horror themed elements to it and as the series went along it became more action. Not a bad thing but I just liked how they did the first movie, with such a isolated experience with the Xenomorphs Ripley had nothing else to rely on but herself. I remember the first I watched it, saw a Xenomorph (Kane's son for all you hardcore fans out there) for the first time and man it scared the crap out of me.

    This is where the game seemed to draw the most influence from because Alien Isolation is not only a great sci-fi game and a nod to the ALIEN franchise but it's one of the scariest games I've played. Tension, atmosphere, sound and the environment are just downright awesome. Usually modern horror games these days seem to be nothing more than a fest of jumpscares. They are cheap thrills that only lost for a few seconds. Real fear is much worse, its what drive you mad. It's the reason you slow down while playing. It's the reason you're afraid to go forward. The reason you're looking around you in all directions. A jumpscare will cause your hear rate to flutter and you'll go "ahhh" then it's gone. Real fear has you talking, saying to yourself everything will be okay. Real fear stays with even after you turn off your game. And this game does that with ease. Lately I haven't been scared by many games or movies. I'm not saying I never get scared but it's hard to get me. Yet somehow with this game I feel fear, and I love every second of it.

    I highly recommend this.    … Expand
  25. an55192
    Oct 9, 2014
    10
    Have been playing this with headphones at night in completely darkness and what an amazing game. I'm big Alien fan and this is that game what I have always been wanted to been made from the Alien movies.
    It's for sure, that Isolation isn't for everyone, but if you're familiar with the movies you have to try this out.

    Greetings from Finland.
  26. krzyspmac
    Nov 10, 2014
    10
    Absolutely wonderful in a horrific, scary way :) Didn't have so much fun since ages:D The PS4 controller
    works as a sound source for the motion tracker, the music is impeccable and the game itself is quite long. There are some really nice effects. It's one of the few games I'm going to play again :D
  27. hb1209
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    If it has a Alien game so far managed to bring the atmosphere and the subtle horror of the first Alien movie is over, then that is certainly Alien: isolation. To be delivered, the helplessness and the constant feeling captivate us even in quiet passages and provide pass for voltage. The fact that behind every door and around every corner death could be waiting for us, offers exactly thisIf it has a Alien game so far managed to bring the atmosphere and the subtle horror of the first Alien movie is over, then that is certainly Alien: isolation. To be delivered, the helplessness and the constant feeling captivate us even in quiet passages and provide pass for voltage. The fact that behind every door and around every corner death could be waiting for us, offers exactly this kind of horror that made the first Alien movie so famous. Fans would appreciate any more aliens, but are likely to feel comforted by the neat fabulous atmosphere. Who's afraid of the dark and prefer to defend against opponents rather than avoid them, should avoid this item. Horror enthusiasts can with Alien: nothing wrong isolation.… Expand
  28. Lafayette33
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Absolutely strunning,just like the movie.
    The best Alien game I have ever played.
    Just try it bros it's awesome! :)
    Hihetetlen hangulata van és teljesen a Bolygó neve halál feelinget hozza a játék.
    A legjobb Alien game amivel valaha is játszottam.
    Végre! :)
  29. AnimeUnknown
    Dec 30, 2014
    10
    Wow. I am blown away. This is a piece of art not just entertainment. This game isn't for everyone, its not perfect and won't hand feed you fun... but it will leave you feeling completely satisfied. I haven't felt this way after finishing a game since Mass Effect 2. Sometimes I was swearing at the screen in frustration, other times I was marveling at the smallest details. This is not forWow. I am blown away. This is a piece of art not just entertainment. This game isn't for everyone, its not perfect and won't hand feed you fun... but it will leave you feeling completely satisfied. I haven't felt this way after finishing a game since Mass Effect 2. Sometimes I was swearing at the screen in frustration, other times I was marveling at the smallest details. This is not for every gamer, but if you value the small details then this will provide it in spades. It won't get game of the year as it doesn't spoon feed entertainment to the masses.... but this is a masterpiece just like the Alien and Aliens movies.

    Not perfect.... but I feel so satisfied it still deserves 10/10    … Expand
  30. Stirling1712
    Oct 17, 2014
    10
    Game is absolutely amazing, not been so glued to a game for a while. Have the evil within at the moment too and its barely been in the console... only slightly downside is some of the cut scenes, they graphics and frame rate seem to lower slightly. Other than that this game is a must own
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 50 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 39 out of 50
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 50
  3. Negative: 1 out of 50
  1. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Nov 16, 2014
    80
    A beautiful game that captures the essence of Alien and even expands its fiction. There are some cracks under the polish, but it gets more right than it gets wrong. [Dec 2014, p.91]
  2. DarkStation
    Nov 8, 2014
    90
    Alien: Isolation represents a strong return to form for an ailing franchise.
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  3. Edge Magazine
    Nov 5, 2014
    80
    Unlike the creature at its centre, Isolation isn't structurally perfect, but it is brilliantly hostile in a way that's likely to shock many players. [Dec 2014, p.102]
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