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Game Boy Color · Action / Shooter
Aliens: Thanatos Encounter
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 2001 |
| Genre | Action, Shooter |
| Developer | Crawfish Interactive |
| Publisher | THQ |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Alien |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Game Boy Color in 2001, Aliens: Thanatos Encounter is an action game developed by Crawfish Interactive and published by THQ. It blends action and shooter elements.
It landed about 3 years into the GBC's life. Other notable GBC releases from 2001 include Pokémon Crystal, Resident Evil Gaiden and Mega Man Xtreme. Among the 84 GBC action games in our database, it ranks #18 by legacy score.
It is part of the Alien series. The series also appears on other systems with Alien vs Predator (Jaguar) and Alien (2600). Crawfish Interactive also made Driver: You Are the Wheelman, Godzilla: The Series: Monster Wars and Roswell Conspiracies: Aliens, Myths & Legends for the GBC.
Aliens: Thanatos Encounter is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Aliens: Thanatos Encounter is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Aliens: Thanatos Encounter cheats & codes
17 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | 91FF18C1 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Pistol Ammo | 9163FFC0 |
| Infinite Pulse Rifle Ammo | 9163C1C1 |
| Infinite Shotgun Ammo | 916300C1 |
| Infinite Grenade Launcher Ammo | 916301C1 |
| Infinite Incinerator Ammo | 916303C1 |
Aliens: Thanatos Encounter walkthroughs & guides
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Playing GBC games today
GBC games are compact and colorful, and many are available on Nintendo Switch Online. Cartridges also play on the Game Boy Advance.
Aliens: Thanatos Encounter FAQ
When did Aliens: Thanatos Encounter come out on the GBC?
Aliens: Thanatos Encounter was released for the Game Boy Color in 2001.
Who made Aliens: Thanatos Encounter?
It was developed by Crawfish Interactive and published by THQ.
Is Aliens: Thanatos Encounter multiplayer?
No. Aliens: Thanatos Encounter is a single-player game.
How long does Aliens: Thanatos Encounter take to play?
As an action game, Aliens: Thanatos Encounter typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Aliens: Thanatos Encounter on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.