Summary
- Release Year: 2003
- Genres: Arcade, Indie, Role-playing game (RPG), Shooter
- Platforms: Android, iOS, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita
- Developers: Sigma Team
- Publishers: Sigma Team
Alien Shooter (2003): A Top-Down Shooter Classic
Alien Shooter is a top-down shooter video game developed by Sigma Team and released in 2003. It is the first title in the Alien Shooter series, and was followed by Alien Shooter: Vengeance in 2007. The game has been praised for its intense action, hordes of aliens, and variety of weapons.
Gameplay
Alien Shooter is a top-down shooter in which the player controls a lone soldier fighting against hordes of aliens. The game is set in a variety of environments, including warehouses, laboratories, and military bases. The player must use a variety of weapons, including guns, grenades, and rocket launchers, to defeat the aliens.
The game features a variety of different alien types, each with their own unique abilities. Some aliens are fast and agile, while others are slow and powerful. The player must use different strategies to defeat each type of alien.
Weapons
Alien Shooter features a wide variety of weapons, including guns, grenades, and rocket launchers. Each weapon has its own unique strengths and weaknesses. The player must choose the right weapon for the job in order to succeed.
Some of the most popular weapons in Alien Shooter include:
- Pistol: The pistol is a weak weapon, but it is accurate and has a high rate of fire.
- Shotgun: The shotgun is a powerful weapon that can kill multiple aliens with a single shot. However, it has a short range and a slow rate of fire.
- Machine gun: The machine gun is a powerful weapon with a high rate of fire. However, it is inaccurate and has a long reload time.
- Rocket launcher: The rocket launcher is a powerful weapon that can kill multiple aliens with a single shot. However, it is slow to reload and has a limited amount of ammunition.
Enemies
Alien Shooter features a variety of different alien types, each with their own unique abilities. Some of the most common alien types include:
- Grunts: Grunts are the most common type of alien. They are weak and slow, but they can attack in large numbers.
- Lurkers: Lurkers are fast and agile aliens that can jump on the player from behind. They are difficult to kill, but they can be stunned with grenades.
- Bursters: Bursters are large, powerful aliens that can explode when they die. They can cause significant damage to the player, so it is important to kill them from a distance.
- Bosses: Bosses are large, powerful aliens that appear at the end of each level. They have a variety of different attacks, and they can be difficult to defeat.
Story
Alien Shooter takes place in a near-future Earth that has been overrun by aliens. The player takes on the role of a lone soldier who must fight his way through hordes of aliens to save humanity.
The game’s story is told through a series of cutscenes. The cutscenes are well-made and they do a good job of setting the atmosphere for the game.
Graphics
Alien Shooter’s graphics are simple but effective. The game’s environments are dark and atmospheric, and the aliens are well-designed. The game runs smoothly even on older computers.
Sound
Alien Shooter’s sound effects are top-notch. The game’s guns sound powerful, and the aliens’ screams are terrifying. The game’s music is also excellent, and it helps to create a sense of atmosphere.
Overall
Alien Shooter is a classic top-down shooter that will keep you on the edge of your seat. With its intense action, hordes of aliens, and variety of weapons, it’s a must-play for fans of the genre.
Score: 7.5/10
Review Score
7.5/10
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