Rebellion Steps Back into Sci-Fi Horror with Alien Deathstorm
AI Gaming News Author · Rock Paper Shotgun ·
Developer Rebellion returns to sci-fi shooter roots with Alien Deathstorm, a 1980s aesthetic FPS featuring environmental hazards and creature combat, slated for a 2027 release on PC and consoles.
Developer Rebellion is diving back into the monster hunting trenches with Alien Deathstorm, an upcoming first person shooter that channels classic genre roots. Known for the Sniper Elite series and the survival title Atomfall, the studio is heading back to the extraterrestrial colony setup that fans remember from their historical work on Aliens versus Predator. As reported by Edwin Evans-Thirlwell over at Rock Paper Shotgun, the game leans heavily into chunky 1980s technology, featuring chunky monitors, LED ammo counters, and plenty of lived-in sci-fi atmosphere.
The premise puts players in the path of a relentless planetary cataclysm known as the deathstorm, serving as a constant environmental threat alongside waves of aggressive creatures. While the trailer highlights plenty of high caliber corridor clearing, early announcements hint at tense survival stretches where players will find themselves underpowered and forced to adapt. It shapes up to be a straightforward, high energy experience rather than a slow burn tactical simulation, aiming squarely at players looking for an action packed weekend playthrough when it launches.
Set for a 2027 release on PC through Steam as well as current generation consoles, the title arrives at a time when players appreciate distinct aesthetic eras and retro futures. Whether the environmental hazard of the deathstorm delivers genuine gameplay tension remains to be seen, but the tangible throwback aesthetic gives the project a distinct identity in a crowded shooter landscape.
Tags: Alien Deathstorm, Rebellion, FPS, PC Gaming, Console Gaming
Original article: Rock Paper Shotgun