Alien: Isolation

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  1. SlyfeeR
    Jun 16, 2023
    10
    Melhor jogo de "terror" que já joguei, o "esconde esconde" com o Alien é extremamente divertido, fora que nas primeiras horas causa um grande medo, a ponto de o jogador ficar 10 minutos dentro de um armário escutando barulhos na ventilação com medo de sair de lá, o Alien é extremamente bem feito, inteligente e assustador, para quem gosta de jogos do tipo como Outlast ou até mesmo The EvilMelhor jogo de "terror" que já joguei, o "esconde esconde" com o Alien é extremamente divertido, fora que nas primeiras horas causa um grande medo, a ponto de o jogador ficar 10 minutos dentro de um armário escutando barulhos na ventilação com medo de sair de lá, o Alien é extremamente bem feito, inteligente e assustador, para quem gosta de jogos do tipo como Outlast ou até mesmo The Evil Within esse jogo é perfeito… Expand
  2. Stephenb857
    May 4, 2023
    10
    This game is absolutely spectacular. I am currently on my second playthrough having beat it early in 2022. Unfortunately it didn't sell well upon release due to the awful review site ign giving it a 5. It became a sleeper hit though. Probably the best horror game ever made.
  3. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Apr 17, 2023
    8
    "Isolation" is simply the best Alien game ever made. Developed by The Creative Assembly, it's a slow-paced survival horror title that plays like a first-person Dead Space. Set 15 years after the original 1979 movie, the game introduces Amanda Ripley, the daughter of Ellen Ripley who was played by Sigourney Weaver in the films. In "Isolation", Amanda is given a chance to learn about Ellen's"Isolation" is simply the best Alien game ever made. Developed by The Creative Assembly, it's a slow-paced survival horror title that plays like a first-person Dead Space. Set 15 years after the original 1979 movie, the game introduces Amanda Ripley, the daughter of Ellen Ripley who was played by Sigourney Weaver in the films. In "Isolation", Amanda is given a chance to learn about Ellen's disappearance by boarding a space station that contains a flight recorder with vital info. To her dismay, a deadly xenomorph roams its darkened corridors as well as homicidal maniacs and murderous androids. One of the best aspects of the game is its design. The look and feel of Ridley Scott's Alien has been totally re-created complete with Jerry Goldsmith's iconic musical score.

    The gameplay and scenario recalls Bioshock, but the trial-and-error segments will probably frustrate and annoy some players. This is a stealth-based game that can be quite difficult due to the unpredictable nature of the alien's movements. It will sometimes pop up in places you're not quite expecting. But you can use a motion tracker to calm your fears and use scattered materials to form helpful items. Eventually, you'll also get access to a revolver (useful against thugs) and a flamethrower which helps keep the alien at bay. The game is filled with highly detailed environments with expansive areas to explore. Backstory can be found in computer notes and numerous ID tags can be collected (to unlock an achievement). However, the constant threat of the alien makes the whole experience tense and skin-crawling.

    Overall, Alien: Isolation is an effective survival horror game. It may not be everyone due to the slow pace and trial-and-error moments, but it's a love letter to the first movie. Franchise fans will find it to be a good companion piece to the films despite its flaws. So if you like Outlast and Resident Evil 7, but have yet experienced "Isolation", then you should try to this next. I'd give it an 8.1 out of 10.    … Expand
  4. Deathwishx
    Apr 16, 2023
    9
    O único jogo que me fez ter medo de avançar e querer explorar, alien isolation é jogo muito bonito no quesito terror espacial, e quando terminar o jogo você terá a sensação de ausência.
  5. neomoonsevin
    Apr 9, 2023
    8
    Good game I played this on gamepass and it's ok I'm just not a fan of shooters at all but this is ok game
  6. Joexter
    Jan 26, 2023
    10
    Such a great game with great graphics. It's a shame Sega dropped such a banger of a game and didn't make another. Would love to see Sega Europe do more considering Alien Isolation was released in 2014. This had an amazing story and great gameplay. Definitely challenging at times but very good
  7. goodgriff33
    Jan 23, 2023
    7
    Answer: 75 characters is between 10 words and 19 words with spaces included in the character count. If spaces are not included in the character count, then 75 characters is between 12 words and 25 words.
  8. Ciclope25
    Jan 21, 2023
    10
    Muy buen survival horror, te mantiene en tensión desde el principio, el argumento es bueno, así como la banda sonora y el ambiente recreado ,que recuerda con mucho respeto la película alien el octavo pasajero
  9. Jattaman
    Dec 8, 2022
    6
    Buona la grafica, mappe un po' dispersive e ambienti piuttosto monotoni.
    Buona la tensione che si crea quando c'è l'Alien nei paraggi, ma per buoni tratti un pochino noioso, specialmente quando non si capisce da che parte andare.
    Sistema di gestione e creazione degli oggetti inutilmente complicato.
    Gioco non terminato.
  10. ustunab
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    Every design in this game are masterpiece. All those horrors, tense.. it feels like experiencing the first Alien movie.
  11. DanMaul
    Nov 17, 2022
    9
    Caveat: not only do I feel this might appeal more to people who grew up with the original Alien, I also know that, be it by lack of attraction to the genre or over-exposure, some are completely ‘imune’ to the feeling these types of games aim to invoke. I think this review might not resonate much with those folks.

    I love survival horror games. There’s nothing quite like turning the    Caveat: not only do I feel this might appeal more to people who grew up with the original Alien, I also know that, be it by lack of attraction to the genre or over-exposure, some are completely ‘imune’ to the feeling these types of games aim to invoke. I think this review might not resonate much with those folks.

    I love survival horror games. There’s nothing quite like turning the lights off at night, putting on your headphones and letting a dark game take over your mental space. However, as much as I like this type of games, and some are successful in creating a tense atmosphere that deeply immerses me, until I tried Alien: Isolation I had never played a game that made me feel hunted, on edge, and literally afraid to step out of a locker. It’s hard to describe how effective this game is at preying on your projected fear: everything comes together to create a terrifying experience, not because you’re afraid of what you can see, but because you’re afraid of what you can’t. You’re never 100% certain how close the danger is to you, and you know you’re hopeless if it catches you. The sense of relief you feel in those few moments you know you’re safe, or when you find a save point, is something so many games aspire to, but so few are actually able to achieve.

    Technically speaking, the sound stands above everything else: this was one of the most accomplished audio experiences I’ve had in a video game, stretched to near perfection as long as you’re wearing headphones. But this is far from being the only strong technical aspect. I felt the visuals were quite good for the time, and especially liked how well they managed to capture the retro sci-fi feel and dark atmosphere of the original movie. The stealth mechanics, backed by competent AI, are quite satisfying. Most of the puzzles are logical and pleasant to engage with. There’s a decent challenge curve throughout, one that forces you to reassess your strategies as you move forward. And there’s a welcoming variety of tools at your disposal, meaning you always have a few solid solutions for any given situation.

    This isn’t to say there aren’t downsides. The main one to me is how gameplay feels. It was definitely not the most fluid experience, and to make matters worse, I played it on Xbox when only 30FPS was available (this should now be at least mitigated by the FPS boost). Also, I felt the game dragged on for a bit longer than it should have. Finally, there’s a particular moment when you gain access to a certain item - if you played it you know what that is -, which to me removed a big chunk of the tension and fear I experienced before that, because it led me to face most of the remaining encounters with the notion that I could be in full control of the situation, even if temporarily.

    To me, these were the major negative aspects of what was otherwise a truly enjoyable horror playthrough. I had never played a game that made me dread the possibility of death, not because I couldn’t reload my save, but because of how emotionally ‘draining’ each death felt. By solely focusing on a realistic scenario (as in not entrenched in supernatural occurrences), Alien: Isolation was able to incite a level of intensity against which all my future survival horror experiences will be measured. 100% recommended if you’re a fan of the genre, especially if you can play it at 60FPS.    … Expand
  12. Stan_Osbourne
    Jun 30, 2022
    6
    This game gives me very mixed feelings. On the one hand - Yes, they did their best. If you are a fan of Ridley Scott's first Alien movie, then this game will not disappoint you. You get literally what you want - the authenticity of the film's universe, which was expanded (and skillfully), with great atmosphere, and sound design.

    But what's bad about the game is the gameplay itself. The    This game gives me very mixed feelings. On the one hand - Yes, they did their best. If you are a fan of Ridley Scott's first Alien movie, then this game will not disappoint you. You get literally what you want - the authenticity of the film's universe, which was expanded (and skillfully), with great atmosphere, and sound design.

    But what's bad about the game is the gameplay itself. The artificial intelligence of our enemies (including someone else's) is very weak and predictable, and the plot is stupid - especially the ending. Plus, even now the game is being sold for fabulously expensive money with all the DLC. She's clearly not worth it. You can play at once if you are a fan of the first Alien movie. The rest can be passed. Glory to Ukraine!    … Expand
  13. heliooso
    May 30, 2022
    6
    Alien franchise fan here. Finished the story and all the DLCs but the games run and hide factor is too much for me and the alien is just plain annoying.
  14. Broyax
    May 22, 2022
    0
    Bien des ingrédients sont réunis ici pour faire de la licence Alien un grand jeu... hélas, mille fois hélas, The Creative Assembly rate le coche. Mais commençons par le positif, car il y en a : la réalisation de très bon aloi, l'excellente VF, la musique glaçante et l'ambiance générale qui constitue un hommage remarquable au premier film.

    Mais le jeu est bien trop abusé sur sa    Bien des ingrédients sont réunis ici pour faire de la licence Alien un grand jeu... hélas, mille fois hélas, The Creative Assembly rate le coche. Mais commençons par le positif, car il y en a : la réalisation de très bon aloi, l'excellente VF, la musique glaçante et l'ambiance générale qui constitue un hommage remarquable au premier film.

    Mais le jeu est bien trop abusé sur sa difficulté et l’IA pernicieuse du xénomorphe est sans pitié : j’étais dans le placard, j’ai pété. L’alien a entendu et m’a bouffé. C’était les fayots du mess. L’autre fois, j’ai trop retenu mon souffle et j’ai mouru. J’ai oublié de respirer. Et puis là, je n’ai pas vérifié le plafond et la bête m’a alpagué.

    Quand l’alien n’est pas là, les synthétiques vous font danser (avec de misérables QTE au corps à corps !) et résistent à plusieurs balles dans le caberlot. On passe les 3/4 du temps dans le noir vu que la lampe de poche ramène à toute blinde tous les crevards de la station et après être revenu au poste de sauvegarde pour la énième fois, on avance accroupi à deux à l’heure un brin énervé, alors qu’on se rend compte que l’infiltration -inexploitable et risible- a été zappée du cahier des charges (pour cause d’incompétence du développeur) .

    Le problème ici rédhibitoire réside donc dans le système de sauvegarde, des postes fixes uniques et sans aucun point supplémentaire intérmédiaire, fût-il temporaire. Non seulement la progression se fait par l’échec mais elle dérive assez vite vers le « par coeur » et la répétiton très répétitive : au bout d’un certain nombre de fois, on connaît très bien le niveau, certes, mais on commence à se faire bien chier.

    La progression est très lente, le jeu est long, trop long pour le genre à dire vrai. Une sauvegarde manuelle aurait pu pallier au problème dans une certaine mesure sans remédier toutefois à la répétitivité des tâches qui nous incombent : avancer dans des couloirs, avancer dans des conduits d’aération, prendre des ascenseurs, déverrouiller des portes (et des ascenseurs) et se taper des allers et retours avec encore des portes et des couloirs.

    Tout cela est en conclusion fort décevant mais pourra intéresser nombre de joueurs masochistes habitués aux jeux qui soûlent. Personnellement je n’en fais pas partie. Il est d’ailleurs étonnant de voir Alien Isolation se taper quelques mauvaises notes par les mêmes sites qui encensaient les soûleries japoniaises utilisant pourtant le même principe de la jouabilité punitive et bancale.

    De mon point de vue, c’est à ranger dans le même panier de crabes, Alien Isolation ayant au moins le mérite d’une belle réalisation… mais c’est tout !… car en définitive, sa lourdeur et sa pénibilité sont vraiment… rédhibitoires !    … Expand
  15. Barakatata
    Mar 25, 2022
    4
    An atmospheric and nostalgic inducing experience, filled with claustrophobic maps and dozens of heart-stopping moments. Alien Isolation is both a great entry in the Alien canon, and a spectacular survival horror videogame.
  16. Gainard1974
    Nov 21, 2021
    9
    Just came back to the game after 7 years and found out it’s not getting older!
  17. Steyraus
    Oct 22, 2021
    10
    One of the only horror game withtrue tension and suspence. Isolation really was a masterpeice and it formula would go on to revitalise the Resident evil franchise..It's a shame we won't get a sequel thanks to many big review sites giving unfair low scores, as they always do when something original and innovative comes out..
  18. Max20
    Aug 15, 2021
    10
    Alien isolation es sencillamente una fascinante propuesta que aporta favorablemente al genero de terror, su ambientación, su música, su gameplay es lo que abre a este videojuego como uno de los mejores que he probado
  19. Chaitnya
    May 19, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is scary? More like not so scary adventure game promoted almost everywhere as a horror game really the ai isn't intelligent its really really annoying its like it has aimbot it can see through stuff its a poorly made game by a big company lol a indie game outlast destroys thia game… Expand
  20. Peste_Negra
    May 4, 2021
    9
    The ultimate Alien game.

    Try it if you are looking for: A great setting, fidelity to the film, constant persecution, use your creativity to get out of danger, face the perfect organism and more lore.

    Avoid it if you hate: A new but unremarkable story, hide and be strategic, a story that moves slowly and uses limited resources.
  21. Romfrei
    Mar 11, 2021
    10
    The best Alien game ever done. I only ask for a sequel for this game in order to be continued the history of Amanda Ripley. I think this is the best effort in the Alien franchise since the original 1979 film. Seriously. I don't even want a better engine. Only another history with the same atmospher.
  22. Dperks
    Nov 26, 2020
    7
    The game is filled with atmosphere and polish in its presentation this is definitely a game the movie Alien deserves it meshes real well with it. The game is certainly held back by frustrating moments and design I think the face huggers are a good example of that I'm glad there in the game but on a design perspective there just annoying and real trial and error in there placements and oneThe game is filled with atmosphere and polish in its presentation this is definitely a game the movie Alien deserves it meshes real well with it. The game is certainly held back by frustrating moments and design I think the face huggers are a good example of that I'm glad there in the game but on a design perspective there just annoying and real trial and error in there placements and one shot kill attacks. But the game is still good just not something i was super into if you like the first alien movie you'll love this and if you like horror games you'll probably like it, give it a try.… Expand
  23. thiagofp18
    Nov 14, 2020
    8
    Ótimo jogo, com clima de tenso, músicas ambiente sensacionais, além de perseguições maneiras. Porém, falha no áudio, onde muitas vezes precisamos ativar legenda pra entender o que está sendo falado, mesmo o jogo sendo dublado.
  24. hamahama
    Nov 5, 2020
    10
    this game is very underatted ... it is amazing and beautiful game ... the hiding gameplay reminds me of outlast ... accepted story ... graphics very good .... this game is really surprise for me ... i diin't knew it is amazing . 10 / 10 .
  25. Ulle
    Oct 16, 2020
    9
    This is the game all alien fans have been waiting for. A must have in my opinion.
  26. DTester26
    Aug 18, 2020
    9
    This game really transports you to the Alien universe. It may make the game too hard, but the xenomorphs are as terrifying, intelligent and fast as they should be. On the other hand, the game is longer than necessary, which can end up in tiresome and repetitive gameplay, but the experience is still there, and what an incredible survival horror experience this is.
  27. Jottta007
    Jul 6, 2020
    10
    El mejor juego de terror que he jugado. Fiel a la saga alien, con muchas refencias a Alien: El octavo pasajero. Gráficos y iluminación perfectos, lleno de detalles y secretos que acaban creando una atmósfera perfecta. La sensación de miedo y agobio son reales. Recomendado si te gusta la ciencia ficción, ambientaciones futuristas o por si quieres probar algo nuevo y diferente. Si eres fanEl mejor juego de terror que he jugado. Fiel a la saga alien, con muchas refencias a Alien: El octavo pasajero. Gráficos y iluminación perfectos, lleno de detalles y secretos que acaban creando una atmósfera perfecta. La sensación de miedo y agobio son reales. Recomendado si te gusta la ciencia ficción, ambientaciones futuristas o por si quieres probar algo nuevo y diferente. Si eres fan de videojuegos de miedo o amas la saga alien es imprescindible.… Expand
  28. bilalgs
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Its 2020 now and by far the best Game i ever played and experienced!
    The atmosphere, the sounddesign, the graphics are so so stunning!
    You are going to a story which in the opening of the game is presented so mystic and dark and full of questions... What is happening? What kind of danger is in there? Are you going to find answers to the disappear of your mom? This is soooooooo    Its 2020 now and by far the best Game i ever played and experienced!
    The atmosphere, the sounddesign, the graphics are so so stunning!
    You are going to a story which in the opening of the game is presented so mystic and dark and full of questions...
    What is happening?
    What kind of danger is in there?
    Are you going to find answers to the disappear of your mom?
    This is soooooooo SATISFYING and well implemented!
    This is exactly what a storytelling is about.
    The progression of the storyline is also so so good! Step by step you are exploring the spaceship and the danger. Slowly you get a sense what it could be. It hypes you hours until you finally see the xenomorph first time and now you FEEL the danger! After that you realise that you have to escape, you have to survive, because you now, the xenomorph is the perfect hunting creature and its better than you, smarter then you and can kill you every damn second of the game!
    That is, what Alien Isolation makes such a MASTERPIECE!
    10/10    … Expand
  29. Vlad123
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Nice game, very atmosferic! Must buy for Alien fans and for gamers.
    IT s a bit long
  30. zac_2020
    Jul 23, 2016
    10
    GAMEPLAY

    An intense and lengthy campaign that can last for 20+ hours. There's also Crew Expendable, an additional short campaign and challenge maps with competitive leaderboards. No real complaints here except the fps camera felt slightly awkward compared to other mainstream fps games, again not a huge deal. The alien has never felt so real in a game. SOUND Much as expected from a    GAMEPLAY

    An intense and lengthy campaign that can last for 20+ hours. There's also Crew Expendable, an additional short campaign and challenge maps with competitive leaderboards. No real complaints here except the fps camera felt slightly awkward compared to other mainstream fps games, again not a huge deal. The alien has never felt so real in a game.

    SOUND

    Much as expected from a survival/horror experience. An eerie atmosphere with plenty of sudden bumps to keep you on your toes. Most pose real threats and shouldn't be ignored. Alien noises are spot on from the films.

    GRAPHICS

    Lots of detail with excellent smoke effects and lightning. Isolation is one of the best looking games so far this gen.

    STORY

    Objectives can feel tedious at times but it maintains a fair level of urgency from beginning to end. There's plenty of easter eggs for fans of the film series.

    ENTERTAINMENT

    This game deserves more than an 8, I'd rate it 8.9 if possible. Death seemed unavoidable at times when being hunted by the alien but using different tools and strategies to survive never got old. Creative Assembly developed a game that is true to the survival/horror genre but also to the spirit of the film series that inspired the product.    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. Worth Playing
    Feb 25, 2015
    88
    Though it's not flawless, Isolation is certainly one of the best games in the franchise, and I'm damn impressed with what The Creative Assembly has managed to pull off.
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  2. Hyper Magazine
    Dec 2, 2014
    90
    Thrilling from start to finish, Alien: Isolation is the game fans of the franchise have long been waiting for. [Issue#255, p.57]
  3. MondoXbox
    Oct 27, 2014
    88
    Alien: Isolation embraces Ridley Scott's original vision, delivering us a claustrophobic survival horror experience with a good stealth side. Unmissable for every Alien and sci-fi horror lover.
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