Alien: Isolation

This is the greatest horror game of all time. Absolutely perfect. So amazing start to finish and the atmosphere is on par with the greatest movie ever made. It doesn't get better than this.

My experience with Alien: Isolation really came about during a time in my early school life where I had an Xbox 360 and I was stuck with it for a long time, unable to move over to the Xbox One where the rest of my friends were slowly going due to budgetary restrictions at the time. I don’t personally remember where I heard about Alien: Isolation from, but I do remember being extremely excited about the prospect of its random A.I. and how it could potentially make the game actually scary. I wouldn’t be able to really sit down and play it for a while however, and would only be able to after my parents had tricked me a bit; they had said that a coworker of one of theirs was getting their kid an Xbox One and they asked about a good horror game, throwing The Evil Within out there. I didn’t hate Evil Within but from what I’d see, it looked okay at best and suggested Alien: Isolation as something actually scary. I went out and did my usual s hi t though before I eventually got an Xbox One during Christmas, along with guess what? Alien: Isolation. This was my first Xbox One game and for the longest time, I wasn’t really able to beat it without taking long breaks in between because honestly it nearly made me s h i t myself a lot trying to avoid not getting mauled on by the Xenomorph. I would eventually complete the game a while later though and overall I had loved it, though I wouldn’t end up playing it for a long time due to other stuff going on. However I felt it was important to revisit Alien: Isolation after the announcement of a sequel for the game’s ten year anniversary that came out around October of last year in time for the sequel whenever it would come out. Having now beaten pretty much everything but the Challenge Maps and feeling pretty good, I pretty much am going to fan out about it a bit here, starting with the plot. For rest of review: https://backloggd.com/u/gamemast15r/review/3028461/ So since I mentioned dying all the time, let me get into the gameplay portions of the game and how Alien: Isolation really clicks altogether for me. Now while I feel like the game is easily one of the best horror games of all time, it has its issues in how it goes about things. Alien: Isolation likes to do the thing that other horror games (like Outlast) where the Xenomorph is almost always in a nearby area so that when it detects you, it’ll be able to pop up and try to look for you. While that’s cool in a sense and can be explained via the later spoiler of the Xeno colony as said before, it also gets kind of annoying in a sense when you realize that this singular Alien adapts to your move (or is slowly upgraded by the in-game systems to make it look like it adapts to your moves) so it can kind of break the immersion a bit if you already know about a lot of these systems. As such, there are times where it does feel like it’s kind of b u l l s h i t when the Xeno just pops out of nowhere somehow and decides to eat your face and as such, if you die right before you’re able to save most of the time you’re sent back a good ways. For those first starting out or are really rusty like me, expect to basically die a lot, especially in the latter half due to a couple of weirdly designed levels. Some of my least favorites are the one where you’re infiltrating the nest deep in the core, dealing with both the Face Huggers who instantly kill you that hide in the water along with two separate Xenos who will drop down at any instant moment along with an area where you’re trying to turn on a generator to open up another door late in game and it’s only one linear way through a singular hallway….where the Xeno tends to patrol. By this time I can understand if people get extremely annoyed as admittedly, the game tends to overstay its welcome with how it does its set pieces? For example, after you shoot the Xeno out into space there’s a lot of time in between then and running to the core of the space station where the nest is that’s solely based around a robot malfunction that’s not bad per se but does lack the terrifying feeling of the first half of the game. If I were to give any other real criticisms with Alien: Isolation, I would say that the game can get a tad annoying sometimes due to the weapon wheel being open by the B Button (or Circle) and as such can be kind of cumbersome to navigate in a pinch or sometimes certain button prompts (entering a vent) just disappearing altogether that’s annoying. Also using cheats in specific missions (mainly Mission 6 that I’ve noticed) can glitch some things so if you wanted to use cheats to sneak through undetected or like me try to lure the Xeno into killing a bunch of human patrols at once? I would say don’t bother or don’t go crazy because sometimes the game gets a little goofy. However this is where the negatives stop for me, as I both need to explain the general loop but also I genuinely love how this game operates and I never felt like I was super angry or annoyed at how this game would kill me all the time. The basic loop throughout the game is basically to explore a certain place, complete an objective while being ultra paranoid at the potential for the Xenomorph to pop out wherever and molest your face with its big ass dagger tail. There is no way to kill them; it’s not like Alien vs. Predator where you’re going to get this Pulse Rifle and blast it to hell, and I’ll tell you now that the shotgun and the pistol don’t do the trick either as it’ll either stun it for a bit or do absolutely nothing. The weapons you collect (Pistol, Shotgun, Flamethrower, Boltgun and Stun Baton) are basically tools to either defend yourself from hostile human enemies, synthetic robots or in the case of the Flamethrower: scaring the Alien away for a bit. In a way, if I were to compare how one were to go about this game I would say that in a way it’s kind of like Amnesia: The Bunker as you have to use your environment to hide around various places, pick up components to create tools like health needles or sound distractions and just try to stay alive the best you can. I feel that the loop is honestly terrifying as you never know what noises from the detector are actually the Xenomorph or if it’s another moving organism, and you always have to keep your ears out at all times in case so you can detect if the Xeno is crawling through the vents or right around the corner whether it’s through its roar, the clacking of its feet on Sevastopol's floors, it’s creaking or anything similar. On top of that, using your wits feels amazing, with one of my favorite things to do is to use a Noise Distraction device to lure the Xeno into an area with armed humans who will shoot you either on sight or give you a warning so that it can clear the way to my next objective, which I wish they had more of to be honest. The only enemies I haven’t really addressed really so far are the Synthetics, which are really where any and all bullets should go later in the game as these guys will approach you to try to choke you out and can take a good couple of bullets or shells depending on your proximity. One of the scarier sequences, and best sequences in the game to be honest in terms of immersive sim capabilities, is the [spoiler]Seegson Synthetic Showcase where all of them come to life and you can choose between gunning them down, activating an electrical or fire system near the door to kill them or using components that you find to take them out.[/spoiler] I’m not sure if you could just escape from there but I wouldn’t be surprised if that was the case to be honest, and keep in mind when I say “Immersive Sim”, I would say it’s a horror lite version as the Immersive Sims are complex RPG type games where as this game is much more “Emergent” compared to something like Resident Evil.

I 100% believe this game is a masterpiece in horror games history. When i first played it i was awe struck with the Alien horror movie vibe from beginning til the end. The game weapons makes you feel like you can do something but when faced with a wall that is coming straight at you the weapons don't protect you but only help you survive longer. The game mechanics and the AI is insane compared to other horror games AI i have been jumpscared like so many times playing this game. one of the GREATS I highly recommend this game to anyone who loves either space or the dread of hiding from an inevitable threat.

I've had this in my library for years and finally started playing it. If you told me this game came out in 2025 I'd believe you. Incredible sound design and atmosphere. It actually feels like you're in one of the Alien movies. Arguably one of the best horror games I've ever played.

Still an extremely solid horror game with fantastic visuals/style, one of my favorite horror games of all time

A 2014 games, even thriving to be my top 5, is just amazing how it scratch the spot for being both horrifying but immersive. (づ｡◕‿‿◕｡)づ The AI alien mechanics actually started when you accessed the first tram station which was a surprising detail for me. Plus, the hardest setting is regarded as, I believe, playable for newcomers. ᕙ( •̀ ᗜ •́ )ᕗ Not grindy, just go with the flow. Not much story choices you can make, so it also means that a single cell organism can beat the game. ≽^•⩊•^≼

One of, if not THE! best alien game for terms of accuracy and love paid to the franchise as a whole. if you do not have this. then you aren't a true fan of the franchise. long over due for a sequel.

Those androids and alien had my heart pounding, this is bad for your health.. fun game though, I suppose!

Easily the best game in the franchise for me. The aesthetic from the 1979 film is captured brilliantly, and the atmosphere aboard Sevastopol Station is dripping with tension. The sense of unease keeps you on edge, and the game delivers plenty of scares—even well past the halfway point. While I have a few minor gripes—such as some of the voice acting/writing, the inventory wheel, and a few late-game sections that feel a bit drawn out—these don’t take away from what is ultimately a fantastic gaming experience. If you're a fan of the franchise and looking for a tense, immersive game, I definitely recommend it.

Are YOU ready to play a mentally, and physically horrifying game, well then this is the game FOR YOU, and I'm going to explain why. Graphics, they are pretty good for a game that was released in 2014 I think, I don't like the hands, and it makes it pretty immersive. The sounds are horrifying, and its perfectly fits the atmosphere of an abandoned space station. For age rating, I feel like if your child can handle horrifying scenes and language, and disturbing scenes it should be okay for a 12 year old. Game-play, its horrifying, the voice acting good, I can't even play through the first couple missions without crapping my pants. The story's good, can't say much, I am to scared to play after seeing a man with biting wounds. overall 8/10

I had the screen resolution issue, where the game would start with a black screen and i couldnt play the game initially. However, i have since fixed the problem and i am now up and running. Having played the game for over a few hours, i really like the atmosphere and the gameplay itself, but im not fond of the control system and the meandering mazes of corridors and doors. The worst offender in the game is the very first floor access door you encounter, which you will walk over without realising its there. I had to google it :/ Anyways, very good atmospheric game, bringing the franchise to life. Loving it so far, im probably half way through it at this stage.

I got this on a free weekend 5 years ago and to be honest I was thinking about not playing it, but I am happy that I did. Very fun would recommend. I had some issues but overall excellent.

This is by far the best Alien game I've played. Graphically CA landed the mark with visually capturing the retro style from the original film, the atmosphere gives you a sense of horror and chaos. The sound department keeps you on the alert constantly, there isn't much of a score to enjoy here as much but regardless playing this game with headphones is phenomenal. Gameplay is smooth and during the first 10 chapters of the game you have to adapt to stealth and being patient, once you are able to get a hold of weapons the dynamic completely changes, making the game much more fast paced and absolutely thrilling. I absolutely recommend this game

Excellent atmospheric horror game that really captures the films. It is a little long which forces you to overcome the fear of the alien and begin to outsmart it to progress but it still works quite well and was enjoyable the whole way through.

Well Damn! This is a fantastic horror game. I absolutely loved the game-play and story behind this game. There were moments where I was stupefied. The zenomorph has presence. It has weight to it, it moves so elegantly and animalistic. There is so much this game has that I see current games try to implement, I'll give one example; FNaF's Secret of the Mimic. Alien Isolation is a game that I cannot recommend enough. It's one of the most crucial horror games to try. It's up there with Amnesia.

Masterpiece, the best single-player horror game imo. Brimming with excitement for the sequel.

SO SCARY LOL but theres puzzles and it doesnt have super clear adjectives, but overall 10/10

This game is a genuinely a masterpiece and deserves every award its been given it is the scariest game iv have ever played and rivals the original alien as the best product in the franchise. the alien has an extremely smart AI and really feels like the perfect organism its made out to be if you haven't played this game play whether your just getting into horror or are a veteran this is an experience you don't want to miss

awesome horror game, that gets less scary the more you play it. great story. awesome gameplay and great map

being able to use the alien as a weapon against the human enemies in this game is both so awesome and terrifying

This is a great game to get your kids into their video game career with you early on, I'd recommend you start them off with this game on their 7th birthday.

SPOILER ALERT!! Very fun, i enjoyed the game so much. There were times where i got stuck but i made it past. I haven't finished the game but i made it past the part where you kill the xenomorph.

the atmosphere, the music, the aliens were done beautifully. the story does feel really contrived at points, to a point of you go somewhere, fix machine and repeat on and on but the the traversal with the alien crawling around makes it phenomenal. The other enemies and the tools sometimes feel a bit underwhelming and maybe im a bit of a hoarder with materials like this, but past mid way through the game, you have an overflowing amount of the tools you wont really use often. maybe a more harsher scarcity of materials could sell the desperation that the game typically succeeds in heightened (at least the flamethrower, which is a near cop out from the alien, should have a significantly rarer amount of ammo lying around). some weird significant difficulty spikes around a few missions near the start can definitely feel discouraging (like the mission 5/medical facility was just about the hardest part of the game for some reason??). still though, incredibe game, this is mostly me nitpicking my frustrations with the game

This game is good, gets your timbers nice and shivered. Only problem...this game is very very phobic about telling you where to go and giving you an actual map. It tells you what to do without hints, and the maps (although ive collected like 4) do NOT work.

Originally had it on Playstation 3, then bought it on steam for a handful of nickles and dimes during a sale. Great story, AI, and gameplay make up for questionably clunky movement mechanics and that Alien lurking around is scary. Also, if there's a group of people that want you dead, just throw a flashbang at them, then hide. The alien comes along and does your chores for you. I give this game an 8/10 and any fan of the franchise should snag it on a sale.

Still one of the most terrifying games to ever come out. This is a must play for anyone brave enough to test their luck. Just don't be a baby, and play through it on hard mode at least.

Amazing game overall, the graphics hold up really well all the years later. The Xenomorph is terrifying, the overwhelming presence that always follow you and you can do little to nothing to stop it. The synths are unnerving with their uncanny mannequin looks. The pre-rendered cutscenes are a... choice... The human ai and general animations involving them such as lip sync feels stunted. Other than that it's a great game

awesome game doesnt deserve the hate, its a stealth game that makes you act like theres an actual alien hunting you. the tools the game gives you to get by the alien are fun. great game with an awesome atmosphere! its feels like alien!

A visual masterpiece! This game is made amazingly and the atmosphere never fails to not scare me. I HIGHLY recommend it for anyone who loves the alien movies and the horror genre as a whole!

Finally had the courage to play and finish the story. Mostly just walking A to B trying not to get spotted and fighting your way through if alien/androids see you. It can get really nerve wracking. Some parts were a little bit frustrating to play but I think it's me trying to force my way through instead of waiting for a clearing. Worth a play.

so far its an excellent game. plenty of strategy. very exciting. keeps you alert.

the most intense scary game i have ever played and yet thoroughly enjoyable

I have never completely finished this game, But I did get about 90% through it on PS4 when I originally played it. In my opinion this is easily one of the top 5 best horror games ever created. Genuinely terrifying and does a great job at providing a solid challenge all the way until the end. The alien has some great mechanics and the atmosphere parallels the original Alien movie in every single way. THIS is how you make a good game with the Alien IP...not Colonial Marines or whatever the fuck they were thinking with that hunk of shite. I'm going through it on my PC now and I recommend playing on hard difficulty and turning your in game music off completely for the best and most immersive experience.

Overall this was an enjoyable game, although I don't exactly know why because all you do is run around and unlock doors which inst very thrilling in itself, but you do get that heightened sense of dread when you know the alien is very near by. Even when you think you might be safe, one wrong move and that alien will sprint to get you and most of the time it will indeed catch you. Overall this game offers a good balance between stealth and movement because if you remain hiding for too long the alien will become more persistent in looking for you, so you need to move out of that area as soon as you can. My only advice with this game is once you get the flame thrower, still play stealthy and reserve your gas for when you really need it (and you will need it).

I mean I am late to this party and discovering what thousands of others have discovered. This is a really good game. Highly recommend to anyone that is fan of tension, survival horror or the Alien franchise of films.

Story rich, Survival horror, Psychological horror. This give me all those vibes, Really awesome. 10/10 absolutely recommend this game!

game been out for over 10 years and is still genuinely so good. this was my first time playing it and everything that goes on in this game is just wonderful.

This is an amazing survival horror if not a staple of the genre that i'd recommend anyone interested to play

The atmosphere of this game is so good that I chickened out: the first time I heard a "STOMP STOPM" sound coming from above, I hid in a locker and never played it again. Believe it or not, but this makes it the BEST "Alien" game aver made in my book.

Not very scary, so it's great for people who like survival games that are slightly spooky. The alien can be annoying at times but I'm just playing for the story & the lore!

I buyed it at the steam summer sale and well even if it released in idk 2014? or later the graphics are beatiful and it has wonderful gameplay

When this game came out I watched Jacksepticeye and Markiplier play this and when I got my first PC I played this with my husband sitting next to me, I loved this game and it still very much holds up still to this day as one of the best horror games out there. However maybe it was just me but I was always getting lost and my husband had to help me not get lost all the time in high intense moments, other then that I still love this game. beat it in 16 hours

(Spoilers ahead) Just finished Alien: Isolation, here is my review. [spoiler] The opening was solid enough to get me invested, but the story quickly starts to feel forced, especially how the station's human groups splinter into random, hostile factions. It’s hard to believe that in a contained disaster like this, so many sides would form. Even in Alien and Aliens, humans stick together under pressure, here, it feels like chaos just for the sake of padding the gameplay. [/spoiler] [spoiler] The characters are just underwhelming. I didn’t care about Ricardo, Taylor, or most others, their deaths happen without buildup or emotional payoff. Samuels at least had a proper moment. Ripley, the protagonist, isn’t written with much depth. I didn’t really care about her until the very end, when the non-stop danger and collapse around her finally made things tense enough. Until then, she feels like a blank slate. [/spoiler] [spoiler] The xenomorph is well-designed and genuinely terrifying. Its AI creates a lot of tension, when you're hiding in a closet and it walks right past, breathing and sniffing near and outside of your hiding spot, it’s quite a scary experience. There's even an option to hold your breath if it gets too close. It can ambush you too, though some of those encounters are clearly scripted. Still, the creature is relentless, to the point of frustration. I played on easy difficulty and still felt like I was barely surviving. Toward the end, I even had to lower it to novice after being stuck for over an hour. You can’t kill it only scare it off, and I get it. The devs clearly wanted to preserve its "dignity", so the player sees it not just as an animal, but as a mindless killing machine, like death itself stalking you. The game could’ve let us kill it in very specific, risky ways without turning the experience into Call of Duty. Instead, it starts to feel repetitive. No matter what gear you get, you're always hiding. But there should have been a better design solution. That constant sense of helplessness wears thin when it never eases up. [/spoiler] [spoiler] Crafting and weapons are okay, but most of them don’t help with the real threat, not even a good distraction tools against the xeno. All the guns didn't help at all against the xenomorph. The flamethrower just scares the xenomorph off temporarily, it doesn’t feel like a weapon so much as a water spray bottle for cats. It buys you a few seconds, but that’s it. The rest of your gear is mostly for dealing with humans or androids, who end up feeling like filler enemies compared to the xenomorph. They don’t matter as much because the alien is the real threat (you can flare up and others but the effect is minuscule). So after a while, it feels like you’re collecting tools that don’t actually help with the core problem. [/spoiler] In short: great atmosphere, great horror tension, but the story and characters are shallow, and the gameplay is fine. A decent experience, but far from perfect. 6/10

Great game, regardless of whether you've seen the movies or not. (There are a bunch of references so better if you do watch them, at least the first 2, but its perfectly fine as a standalone game as well). It's mostly stealth, you have a bunch of tools that you can use to your advantage. Story is a little stretched out but never gets too boring. Close encounters with the alien are the best part, and there's plenty of those!

a decade later and this still gives me terror, overall one of the best survival horror games i have played

[h1]An Alien: Isolation review from someone who didn’t finish it on PC, but loved it on Steam Deck[/h1] So I finally finished Alien: Isolation after a 30-hour Hard playthrough on Steam Deck, and I loved it! Though I'm fairly indifferent to the Alien franchise, this game really sunk its teeth into me. I’ll echo what most people praise about the game: the atmosphere is incredible. The set design nails that gritty, analog sci-fi feel. The sound design and music are top-tier. Every creak and clunk dials the tension way up. Just hearing the Alien skittering in the vents made me slow down and listen. It’s easily one of the more immersive horror games I’ve played. What surprised me most was how different the game felt on Steam Deck compared to PC. I’d tried it on my main rig before years ago (and even played part of this run on it), but felt less invested. I was always rushing to the next save point, especially if I was under a time crunch. On Steam Deck, being able to suspend and resume whenever I wanted made a huge difference. I slowed down, explored more, and paid more attention to the world. It turned the experience from a “guess I’ll stop here” game into a “just 10 more minutes” one. That said, it’s not flawless. I think the game overstays its welcome by about 10-15%. By Mission [spoiler]14,[/spoiler] the pacing had noticeably slowed down and the story beats started to feel repetitive and a bit bloated. Because of that, the ending didn’t quite land for me. I liked what played out, but I just wish it had come a few hours earlier to really make that final [spoiler]surprise[/spoiler] hit harder. The weapon system also left me with mixed thoughts. [spoiler]The revolver and shotgun felt pointless, the bolt gun was useful for exactly one mission, and the flamethrower shows up too early, completely trivializing the Alien. Even on hard, I was constantly maxed out on crafting resources. I mostly relied on the noisemaker and EMP mine, and rarely felt the need to use anything else.[/spoiler] Also: the lens flares. Seriously, who approved those? Despite all that though, I’m really glad I came back to this game. It’s not perfect, but it’s a standout horror experience. If for some reason you bounced off it on PC like I did, try it on a handheld. It really does feel like a totally different (and much better) way to play.

Alien: Isolation. The only Alien game to really understand Alien. And one of the very few things that actually remembered that Alien is supposed to be a HORROR franchise. Many people praise it, quite a few have their own criticisms of it. The AI is out of this world, the length of the game makes it overstay its welcome. The art direction is unmatched, yet some have issues with the overall gameloop. On and on. Me? I like the length, I like when an actual good game, a rare gem like this one, isn’t 5 hours long. Too many games I’ve played have so much to offer, but even if they’re still welcome, I see the credits roll. The AI, as many people have already said, is definitely the reason WHY you’d want to play the game in the first place. Over the years, I grew numb to the horrors of this franchise, I saw the creature ever since I was a little kid, and was not frightened by it any longer. Yet this game made me fear the Xenomorph. This game made me weary of every corner. A horror game that managed to actually be scary. The credit doesn’t just go to the AI itself, but the sound design and the visual quality. And while the overall gameloop is great, playing hide-and-seek with the Alien is fun, because the levels tend to be quite varied, and you are given a nice few tools to deal with him, so not just hiding under the bed and in a locker, I do kinda wish we’d get to do more, still. Maybe take some cues from older survival horror titles, where I got to revisit locations multiple times, get really accustomed to them. The story, while well-written and the characters act believably human, do wish was a bit different from the plot of the first movie, this one is kind of a re-tread of it. However, I can forgive such a thing, after all, this is the very first Alien game that actually tried to adapt the first movie into a proper game (those old Commodore 64 games don’t count because they’re just too simple). Knowing that this game would never get a sequel was depressing. Such a gem left to collect dust as we go back to James Cameron’s interpretation of the franchise, more shooting, more bumrushing Xenos. But some year after I bought the game, we get an announcement of a sequel. A real miracle. Maybe. We’ve yet to see anything about it, the actual people who worked on this game have left Creative Assembly, so who knows what we’ll get in the end. Hope for the best, prepare for the worst. If you want an actually scary, fun game, you should get it. If you want a proper Alien experience we haven’t gotten in so long, you should get it. If you want a game that was made by the fans for the fans, you should get it. And if you want to get a real gem of art direction, AI design, original score and Giger-esque horrors, you should get it.

[h1]Alien: Isolation – The True Survival Horror Experience. Score: 95/100[/h1] I’ve played a lot of horror games, but Alien: Isolation is something else entirely. It doesn’t rely on cheap jump scares or gore. Instead, it slowly wraps you in a blanket of dread and keeps squeezing. The constant fear of the Xenomorph lurking nearby, combined with a beautifully crafted retro-futuristic atmosphere, makes this game feel like a true extension of the original Ridley Scott film. Every sound, flickering light, and shadow keeps you on edge. This isn’t your average horror game, it’s a masterclass in suspense. [h2]Positives aspects:[/h2] 1. Incredible Atmosphere: The design, lighting, and sound work together to completely immerse you in a terrifying world. 2. Authentic Alien Experience: Feels 100% faithful to the original movie. Every detail screams late '70s sci-fi horror. 3. Smart AI: The Xenomorph isn’t scripted. It learns, adapts, and hunts you dynamically. You never feel safe. 4. Sound Design is God-Tier: Every hiss, creak, or distant thud puts your nerves on edge. Headphones are a must. 5. Rewarding Stealth Gameplay: You’re not a superhero here. Hiding, planning, and timing are everything. 6. Long, Substantial Campaign: Offers a solid length without dragging, especially rare for horror titles. [h2]Negatives aspects:[/h2] 1. Can Be Too Stressful: It’s so tense that it can get exhausting. Definitely not a chill game. 2. Save System is Brutal: Manual save stations add to the fear but can be frustrating if you die often. 3. Some Pacing Issues: A few late-game sections feel stretched and could have been trimmed. 4: Occasional Bugs: Minor animation or collision issues here and there, though nothing game-breaking. [h3] My final verdict about Alien: Isolation[/h3] This title doesn’t just pay tribute to the Alien franchise, it elevates it. It’s one of the most atmospheric, nerve-wracking survival horror games I’ve ever played. It's not for the faint of heart, but if you want a slow-burn horror experience that respects your intelligence and rewards patience, this is a must-play. This is how you do a licensed game right. Pure tension, pure Alien.

Absolutely amazing sound design, environment, voice acting and graphics that hold up extremely well even now. This is without even beginning to discuss the AI which is hands down probably the smartest most advanced system I've ever seen in a video game. Highly recommend for anyone who likes horror and even more to Alien fans. This game was truly made with lots of care and love and it shows.

Alien: Isolation is a game if feel need no introduction. Many know that it as very good horror game, exploring the remains of the space station with the Xenomorph following close behind being a looming threat throughout the whole game. The good: - It creates a terrifying atmosphere of being alone on a massive space station in the middle of no where (as a person who like horror games and have grown to be less scared as I've played them more, this game had me silent at times, going around corners not knowing what was hiding when you explore, so it scared me lmao) - All the threats feel like actual threats and not some enemy that is needed to be taken out to progress - They did a great job at making you feel like you're in the Alien universe with all the retro future and the strange Alien traits form the first film The bad: - The end few levels of the game can be a bit of a slog to get through as the game is just throwing all the enemies at you all the time and not in a good way like the game is getting harder and testing your skills kind of way - The sound track or lack there of isn't there, so if your into music in games this isn't for you (but it is also a horror game so its understandable) - The game can also be unclear on what you have to do/ where you have to go (it can also be a pain when your not fully paining attention and you miss key information. I did that a few times lmao, but that's just me) - Oh and also, F the facehuggers, they are SO annoying! But that MY review of Alien Isolation, I would fully recommend if you want to be scared. Have fun if you do play it <3