Before *Alien: Isolation 2* Gets Its Spook On, *Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2* Crashes the Party with More Co-op Mayhem!
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
While everyone's been buzzing about *Alien: Isolation 2*, *Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2* has just dropped a surprise announcement, bringing more four-player co-op Xenomorph-blasting mayhem this summer. This sequel to the 'underrated' 2021 shooter promises cross-play, horde mode, and a new Specialist class, leaning into the action-packed side of the *Aliens* universe.
Right, mate, so everyone's been buzzing about that *Alien: Isolation 2* teaser, yeah? Got us all thinking about where our acid-blooded friends might pop up next, probably in a dark corridor or behind a conveniently placed locker. But here's a cheeky little twist that's come out of nowhere, like a Xenomorph from a ceiling vent during a tea break: *Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2* is actually dropping *before* we even get to cower from whatever delights *Isolation 2* has in store for us. Talk about a surprise ambush!
According to Tomas Franzese over at Polygon, this sequel to the rather 'underrated' 2021 co-op shooter, *Aliens: Fireteam Elite*, was recently announced, proving that the universe still has plenty of room for both pants-wetting horror *and* glorious, over-the-top bug hunts.
IGN spilled the beans on May 7th, showcasing a reveal trailer that kicked off with some proper cinematic marine-on-Xenomorph action – classic stuff, hordes of the gribbly nasties taking over a space station, then a fourth marine shows up to save the day. Because, honestly, three marines against an entire alien colony? That’s just asking for trouble, isn't it? The trailer then threw in some gameplay footage, confirming what we probably all hoped for: it's another third-person co-op shooter, set to blast its way onto PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X sometime this summer. Get ready to load up those pulse rifles, folks!
Now, Tomas from Polygon admitted he's got a bit of a soft spot for the original *Fireteam Elite*, and honestly, I get it. While *Isolation* is all about the 'run-and-hide-and-pray-you-don't-get-impaled' intimate horror of the first *Alien* flick, *Fireteam Elite* embraced the glorious, over-the-top, bug-hunt mayhem of *Aliens*. It was dumb fun, pure and simple – character classes, powerful weapons, and Xenomorphs becoming surprisingly manageable targets. Basically, it was the closest we've gotten to a proper *Left 4 Dead* with facehuggers, which, let's be fair, is a pretty banging idea. So, a sequel? Count me in!
So, what's new in *Fireteam Elite 2*? Well, the big one is that glorious fourth squad member. Yeah, finally! No more feeling like you're short a mate when the acid starts flying. IGN also mentioned cross-play (thank the digital gods, no more platform segregation!), dedicated horde mode maps (because who doesn't love an endless wave of nightmares?), and a brand-spanking-new character class called the 'Specialist.' Reckon that'll spice things up a bit, eh?
If you're keen to jump into the action before the sequel drops this summer, the original *Aliens: Fireteam Elite* is currently part of the Xbox Game Pass Premium and Ultimate catalogue on PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X, as well as PS4 and PS5. Perfect timing for a pre-sequel blast, wouldn't you say?
It's an interesting move, isn't it? Announcing a sequel to a game that, let's be honest, flew a bit under the radar for some, especially when a highly anticipated *Isolation* follow-up is looming. It speaks to a certain confidence in the 'action-horror' niche, proving that not every *Alien* game needs to be a pants-wetting scare-fest to find its audience. Here's hoping *Fireteam Elite 2* delivers on that promise of chaotic, Xeno-blasting fun, and maybe, just maybe, sets a new benchmark for squad-based sci-fi shooters. Or at least gives us some more juicy lore to chew on!
Tags: Aliens, Co-op Shooter, Sci-Fi Gaming, Game Pass, Sequel
Original article: Polygon