Commodore 64 · Shooter / Action
Aliens: The Computer Game
Deep cut
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Shooter, Action |
| Developer | Electric Dreams Software |
| Publisher | Electric Dreams Software |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Electric Dreams Software, Aliens: The Computer Game arrived on the Commodore 64 as a shooter. It blends shooter and action elements.
Among the 24 C64 shooters in our database, it ranks #8 by legacy score.
Electric Dreams Software also made Predator and Spindizzy for the C64.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the C64 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Aliens: The Computer Game is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Aliens: The Computer Game walkthroughs & guides
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Playing C64 games today
C64 games loaded from cassette or floppy disk, and many reward patience and practice. The THEC64 reissues make original-style play easy on modern TVs, and Rec0m88 supports the C64 if you own your games.
Aliens: The Computer Game FAQ
Who made Aliens: The Computer Game?
It was developed by Electric Dreams Software.
Is Aliens: The Computer Game multiplayer?
No. Aliens: The Computer Game is a single-player game.
How long does Aliens: The Computer Game take to play?
As a shooter, Aliens: The Computer Game typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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