Summary
- Release Year: 1995
- Genres: Adventure
- Platforms: DOS
- Developers: Cryo Interactive
- Publishers: Mindscape
Aliens: A Comic Book Adventure (1995)
Introduction
Aliens: A Comic Book Adventure is a side-scrolling action game developed by Malibu Comics and published by Acclaim Entertainment. The game was released for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) in 1995. It is based on the popular Alien film franchise, and follows the story of Lieutenant Colonel Ellen Ripley and her team of Colonial Marines as they investigate a distress call from a remote space station.
Gameplay
Aliens: A Comic Book Adventure is a side-scrolling action game in which the player controls Lieutenant Colonel Ellen Ripley. Ripley can walk, jump, shoot, and use a variety of weapons and items. The game features a variety of enemies, including Aliens, Facehuggers, and Xenomorphs.
The game is divided into six levels, each of which takes place in a different location on the space station. The player must fight their way through each level, defeating enemies and solving puzzles. At the end of each level, the player must defeat a boss enemy.
Plot
The game begins with Ripley and her team of Colonial Marines responding to a distress call from a remote space station. When they arrive, they find the station overrun by Aliens. Ripley and her team must fight their way through the station, and eventually confront the Alien Queen.
Development
Aliens: A Comic Book Adventure was developed by Malibu Comics, a company that was known for its comic book adaptations of popular films and television shows. The game was designed by Mark Coté, who had previously worked on the SNES game Spider-Man and Venom: Maximum Carnage.
The game was originally intended to be a more faithful adaptation of the Alien films, but Malibu Comics was forced to make some changes due to the game’s target audience. For example, the game’s violence was toned down, and the Alien Queen was redesigned to be less frightening.
Reception
Aliens: A Comic Book Adventure received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the game’s graphics and gameplay, while others criticized its short length and repetitive levels. However, the game was a commercial success, selling over one million copies worldwide.
Legacy
Aliens: A Comic Book Adventure is considered to be one of the best Alien video games ever made. It is praised for its faithful adaptation of the film franchise, its intense action gameplay, and its memorable boss battles. The game has been ported to several other platforms, including the PlayStation, Sega Saturn, and PC.
Conclusion
Aliens: A Comic Book Adventure is a classic side-scrolling action game that is still enjoyed by fans of the Alien franchise today. The game’s faithful adaptation of the films, its intense action gameplay, and its memorable boss battles make it a must-play for any fan of the genre.
Additional Information
- The game features the voices of several actors from the Alien films, including Sigourney Weaver (Ripley), Michael Biehn (Hicks), and Lance Henriksen (Bishop).
- The game was originally intended to be released in 1994, but was delayed due to development problems.
- The game was banned in Germany due to its violence.
Review
Aliens: A Comic Book Adventure is a great side-scrolling action game that is faithful to the Alien film franchise. The game’s intense action gameplay, memorable boss battles, and great graphics make it a must-play for any fan of the genre.
Score: 8/10
Review Score
8/10
Art
Cover Art
Screenshots
