Summary
Alien Breed 3D 2: The Killing Grounds (1996)
Introduction
Alien Breed 3D 2: The Killing Grounds is a first-person shooter video game developed by Team17 and published by Ocean Software. It was released for the Amiga, MS-DOS, and PlayStation in 1996. The game is a sequel to Alien Breed 3D and continues the story of Conrad and Hale, two space marines who are fighting against an alien invasion.
Gameplay
Alien Breed 3D 2 is a first-person shooter in which the player takes control of Conrad or Hale. The game is set in a variety of environments, including space stations, alien planets, and underground bases. The player must fight their way through hordes of aliens, using a variety of weapons and equipment.
The game features a variety of weapons, including pistols, shotguns, assault rifles, and rocket launchers. The player can also use grenades and other explosives to defeat their enemies. The game also features a variety of vehicles, including tanks and hovercrafts, which the player can use to traverse the game’s environments.
Plot
The story of Alien Breed 3D 2 begins shortly after the events of the first game. Conrad and Hale have been rescued by a space cruiser, but their ship is soon attacked by an alien spaceship. The crew is kidnapped, and Conrad and Hale are left to fight their way through the alien ship to rescue them.
The game is divided into 16 levels, each of which takes place in a different environment. The player must fight their way through hordes of aliens, solve puzzles, and find keycards to progress through the game.
Development
Alien Breed 3D 2 was developed by Team17, a British video game development company. The game was developed using the Team17’s in-house game engine, which was also used to develop the first Alien Breed 3D game.
The game was released for the Amiga, MS-DOS, and PlayStation in 1996. The Amiga version of the game was released first, followed by the MS-DOS and PlayStation versions.
Reception
Alien Breed 3D 2 was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its graphics, gameplay, and story. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 500,000 copies worldwide.
Legacy
Alien Breed 3D 2 is considered to be one of the best first-person shooters of its era. The game is still popular today, and it has been ported to a variety of platforms, including the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.
The game has also been the inspiration for a number of other games, including the Alien Breed series of games and the Doom series of games.
Conclusion
Alien Breed 3D 2 is a classic first-person shooter that still holds up today. With its intense action, challenging levels, and great graphics, it’s a must-play for fans of the genre.
Review Score
8.5/10
