Aliens vs. Predator
Feb 19, 2010 16 years ago
Bringing the legendary war between two of science-fiction's most popular characters to FPS fans, AvP delivers three outstanding single player campaigns and provides untold hours of unique 3-way multiplayer gaming. Experience distinctly new and thrilling first person gameplay as you survive, hunt and prey in the deadly jungles and swamps surrounding the damned colony of Freya's Prospect. As the Marine, you'll experience a claustrophobic and terrifying experience where light is your friend, but there's never enough. However, the United States Marine Corps are humanity's last line of defense, and as such they are armed to the teeth with the very latest in high explosive and automatic weaponry. As the Predator, you will stalk from the shadows and from above, passing athletically through the treetops to ambush your victims. Although equipped with an array of powerful, exotic weapons and tracking equipment, honor ultimately dictates that you must get in close and take your trophies face to face. As the most deadly species in the universe, the Alien offers you the chance to play as the very stuff of nightmares - the monster in the dark swarming forward with countless others, jaws like a steel trap and claws like blades. Play all sides off against each other in a series of unique 3-way online modes and go tooth-to-claw-to-pulse rifle in the reinvention of one of multiplayer gaming's defining moments.
What it’s like
Aliens vs. Predator offers a tripartite experience where you inhabit three distinct archetypes: the heavily armed Marine, the honor-bound Predator, and the swarm-based Alien. The core appeal lies in its asymmetric gameplay design; each campaign forces a completely different tactical approach to the same environment. As a Marine, the tone is claustrophobic survival horror, relying on limited resources and light mechanics to manage fear. The Predator shifts the focus to stealth, verticality, and ritualistic hunting, while the Alien campaign transforms into a fast-paced, aggressive predator simulation. Visually and atmospherically, the game excels in establishing dread through dense jungle settings and gore-heavy combat animations. While the narrative serves primarily as a framework for these gameplay loops rather than a literary achievement, the execution of the fantasy is potent. The multiplayer component stands out as a defining strength, offering chaotic three-way battles that emphasize role asymmetry over balanced stats.
Strong in Atmosphere / MoodCo-op / MultiplayerCombatAudio / MusicDifficulty / ChallengeGameplay / MechanicsPacingSystems Depth / Build Variety
Keep in mind The single-player campaigns are widely considered mediocre and dated, with the Marine campaign significantly overshadowing the Predator and Alien sections in quality and polish. The game suffers from technical issues typical of its era, including clunky controls and repetitive level design.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from ign.com, metacritic.com, gamespot.com, videogamer.com, gamerant.com, commonsensemedia.org.
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| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Feb 16, 201016 years ago |
| Xbox 360 | Worldwide | Full release | Feb 16, 201016 years ago |
| PlayStation 3 | Worldwide | Full release | Feb 19, 201016 years ago |
