Play Aliens - The Computer Game | Commodore 64 Online Game (1987)

'Aliens - The Computer Game' is a 1986 action-adventure game developed for the Commodore 64, based on the 1986 film Aliens. Written by Steve Green, Alan Steel, Edwin Rayner, and Mevlut Dinc, and published by Electric Dreams Software, the game combines multiple gameplay styles, including side-scrolling, top-down, and first-person segments. Players take on the role of Ellen Ripley, tasked with navigating the LV-426 colony, rescuing survivors, and battling Xenomorphs. The game features a variety of weapons, such as flamethrowers and pulse rifles, and emphasizes resource management, as players must conserve ammo and avoid overwhelming enemy encounters. The visuals and sound design aim to capture the tense atmosphere of the film, with detailed sprites and eerie audio effects. The game's structure is divided into distinct levels, each requiring different strategies to progress, from exploring the colony to piloting the APC and operating the power loader. While ambitious in scope, the game's difficulty and controls have been noted as challenging, reflecting the design trends of the era.