24 August 2021 / Aliens: Fireteam Elite
ALIENS: FIRETEAM ELITE SHOWS OFF HIGH-OCTANE ACTION IN LAUNCH TRAILER TO CELEBRATE CONSOLES AND PC RELEASE
The Mission to Contain Hordes of Alien Enemies in the Three-Player Cooperative Third-Person Survival Shooter Begins Today
Get ready to face the swarms of terrifying Xenomorphs with today’s gripping Launch Trailer for Aliens: Fireteam Elite, the intense new co-op survival-shooter experience from Cold Iron Studios and 20th Century Games set in the legendary Alien universe. The game is available now on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and PC.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite drops your fireteam of hardened marines into a desperate fight to contain the evolving Xenomorph threat. With over 20 enemy types, players must face off against waves of terrifying Xenomorph and Weyland-Yutani Synthetic foes alongside two players or AI teammates, as they desperately fight through four unique campaigns that introduce new storylines to the Alien universe.
The game allows players to customize their own Colonial Marine, choosing from an extensive variety of classes, weapons, gear, and perks, battling overwhelming odds in this heart-pounding survival shooter experience.
“It’s been an unbelievable journey bringing the Alien universe to life, and we can’t wait for players to create a fireteam and experience the game,” said Craig Zinkievich, Head of Cold Iron Studios. “Whether you’re a fan of the universe, a veteran survival shooter, or a co-op gaming enthusiast, be prepared for a fight like no other.”
The development team at Cold Iron Studios today also unleashed post-launch content, adding Horde Mode and graphics optimizations with the Day One patch. On September 8, the studio is launching Season One, with a new character class, “Phalanx,” along with new weapons and new rewards for players.
"We’re delighted that players can now commence their mission to LV-895 and discover the secrets and horrors that await their arrival,” said Josh Valensi, Executive Producer, 20th Century Games. “Cold Iron Studios has created an incredible Alien experience, which captures the thrill of seeing a rag-tag squad of hardened colonial marines face an overwhelming Xenomorph threat."
Aliens: Fireteam Elite Standard and Deluxe Edition is available nowon Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and PC on August 24. The Deluxe Edition includes the Endeavor Pass and the Endeavor Veteran Pack. The Endeavor Pass grants players access to DLC Seasons 1-4. Visit the official store for more information.