Focus Entertainment and Tindalos Interactive have recently revealed the official release date for Aliens: Dark Descent through a thrilling gameplay trailer. According to the trailer, the real-time strategy game will be available on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam from June 20.
The video showcases how players can lead human commandos in combat against aliens while avoiding permanent team losses and mental breakdowns. Aliens: Dark Descent features vast open levels where players can complete story missions and side objectives to upgrade their squad. They can also explore new paths, level up their commandos with perks, abilities, and gear, and take advantage of each commando's unique class, attributes, and weapons. For example, Sergeant Titus Connor, as seen in the trailer, can be upgraded to provide a better combat experience. Players can slow down time to distribute orders with ease and must enter combat without losing momentum.
In Aliens: Dark Descent, players take on the task of investigating a sinister event that caused a xenomorph outbreak on the moon. They must face off against various xenomorph creatures, including facehuggers, alien queens, and praetorians, and adopt different strategies depending on the situation. They must also manage their team members' health and sanity to avoid mental breakdowns, a feature that players of the Darkest Dungeon games will find familiar.
To survive in Aliens: Dark Descent, players must create safe zones and lead strategically. They can set up motion trackers to gain information about enemies while following an engaging original Alien story. The game's permadeath system adds to the tension in each chapter. Set in the Alien universe, Dark Descent features both familiar locations, alien monsters, and new threats.
Lastly, players can build a base to research new tech and improve their troopers with new weapons and gear. Fans who pre-order the game before its launch can receive an exclusive black armor set for their Colonial Marines and a feline companion to accompany them on the decks of the Otago.
All in all, Aliens: Dark Descent promises to be an exciting and intense addition to the Alien universe. Its unique gameplay mechanics and gripping story are sure to be a hit with both series fans and real-time strategy game enthusiasts alike.