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Alien vs Predator

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Noticed there's no thread on this game, releasing in February on PS3, Xbox360 and PC.

Personally it is one of my most anticipated titles of next year! I seriously cannot wait.

For those of you that don't know much about it, it's pretty much a remake (though different story and such) of the Alien vs Predator titles that were released on PC about 10 years ago (which spawned the average movies). I'm a huge fan of AvP2 (never actually played 1, but may do if its worth it) and I'm so glad they're doing another one!

Basically, there are 3 different story modes in the game. One you play as Predator, one you play as Aliens, and the other you play as Marines. Each play very differently and are equally awesome. From the looks of things, the new game is sticking to the formula well.

The marines story tends to be quite the horror game, as being the weakest of the lot you have to watch out for any aliens lurking in the shadows, and fighting up against predators is pretty tough. AvP2 had the horror nailed and I'm hoping this does the same. Here's a reveal trailer for Marines:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GljJpco0VZI

As the Aliens, in AvP2 you started off as the tiny little worm like baby and you had to sneak around and eat animals to grow and such, then as an adult you were hunting the Marines and when possible the Predators. This story relies heavily on stealth, and with the ability to climb on the walls, and jump nearly 100 meters at a time, and tear heads off people it was certainly awesome. Aliens only have melee attacks (a fair share though) so it was all about sneaking up and killing from behind. Here's the Alien reveal trailer for the new game:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SN1F1XRzJ5k

Finally, the Predator story line. This is possibly my favourite, as you can pretty much play this one how you want. You have a ton of gadgets, a ton of vision modes, a pretty high jumping ability and a cloaking ability too. As the predator you played in more jungle like environments (and seem to in this one as well) and being the true hunter of the lot, this was a total blast. Check this out for the Predator reveal trailer:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYT880emrPk


And, there is ofcourse an online mode. There's quite a few different modes it seems, and this multiplayer trailer tells it best:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lb8Ayp33szw

Anyone else psyched for this??
Anyone that wants to check out AvP2 on PC definatly should. Here's a demo:
http://uk.gamespot.com/pc/action/aliensversuspredator2/download_2826699.html?om_act=convert&om_clk=files&tag=files;title;1
I'd imagine nearly everyone can run it now since it's such an old game. Still awesome though, and decent looking for its day.		2009-12-12 20:11:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

I really enjoyed both AvP games on PC, so I'm looking forward to this one. I'll wait for the first reviews/actual gameplay videos before deciding to buy or not though.2009-12-12 22:34:00

Author:
Gilgamesh
Posts: 2536

I really enjoyed both AvP games on PC, so I'm looking forward to this one. I'll wait for the first reviews/actual gameplay videos before deciding to buy or not though.

On youtube theres some E3 demo's, single player and multplayer, and it looks great 		2009-12-12 22:36:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

Defo buying this
Add me if you wanna play survivor mode, Infestation, Predator hunt and Team Deathmatch

PSN: RedDevil982		2009-12-13 22:40:00

Author:
RedDevil982
Posts: 52

Wait, are you talking about Alien vs Predator or Aliens: Colonial Marines?

The developers of Alien vs Predator seem to make almost all crap games, so I'm skeptical about this.		2009-12-14 21:07:00

Author:
qrtda235566
Posts: 3664

Wait, are you talking about Alien vs Predator or Aliens: Colonial Marines?

The developers of Alien vs Predator seem to make almost all crap games, so I'm skeptical about this.

I'm on about Alien vs Predator, check out the vids. And well these guys did the original Alien vs Predator game which was great (which paved way for the awesome AvP2) so I'm hoping these guys deliver The online could be awesome. All 3 against eachother... all with totally different ways of playing.		2009-12-15 01:05:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

3 Different storylines? That sounds pretty awesome ...

Sucky or not, I'm an alien obsessor so I'll have to buy this...		2009-12-15 01:09:00

Author:
Incinerator22
Posts: 3251

3 Different storylines? That sounds pretty awesome ...

Sucky or not, I'm an alien obsessor so I'll have to buy this...

If your PC can run it (and I'm pretty sure it will considering how old the game is ) you should definatly check out AvP2 on PC. 2001 game. Seriously, it's still awesome despite the sub par graphics. They get the job done though, and the audio in it is awesome. You could probably pick it up for about 3 quid now 		2009-12-15 01:24:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

If your PC can run it (and I'm pretty sure it will considering how old the game is ) you should definatly check out AvP2 on PC. 2001 game. Seriously, it's still awesome despite the sub par graphics. They get the job done though, and the audio in it is awesome. You could probably pick it up for about 3 quid now

I think most dollar-store calculators could run it, lol.
It's a dinosaur, but man was it ever fun. I think the marines scenario got to fight against the Alien Queen, that was an epic fight.		2009-12-15 01:29:00

Author:
Gilgamesh
Posts: 2536

I'd buy it for the PS3. I'm American, so I don't know what quid is either :eek:2009-12-15 01:34:00

Author:
Incinerator22
Posts: 3251

I'd buy it for the PS3. I'm American, so I don't know what quid is either :eek:

My friend, the game AvP2 was released at the beginning of the PS2's life That game is certainly worth a play through I think. The PS3 version (just AvP) is out in feb Oh and a quid is a british term for pound (?). Im sure you can get it under $5.		2009-12-15 01:48:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

I'm on about Alien vs Predator, check out the vids. And well these guys did the original Alien vs Predator game which was great (which paved way for the awesome AvP2) so I'm hoping these guys deliver The online could be awesome. All 3 against eachother... all with totally different ways of playing.

The multiplayer kind of reminds me of that one game mode in Splinter Cell. What was it called? Spies vs. Mercenaries or something?		2009-12-15 02:34:00

Author:
qrtda235566
Posts: 3664

Epic bump...

Because the demo is out now and the game will be coming in a few days!

The demo is set for 8-player team deathmatches in a single, alien hive map where you can choose between alien, predator, or colonial marine. But it's very fun and the species and their abilities are very true to the movies .

Aliens are basically ground running creatures that can run on cieling and walls, and there are few things more epic in games than crawling on the cieling in the darness and stabbing unsepecting enemies with your tails...

Predators are very powerful warriors that have all kinds of weapons and abilities. Invisible stealth kills are very awesome, and predators also seem to have the most life and most powerful close-rang attacks.

Marines have the biggest assortments of weaponry and biggest range by far, not to mention the gun tracking, which makes it harder for enemies to catch you off-guard.

I think all three classes are evenly matched. The demo is creepy, fun, has fairly good graphics and is very intense-I know I'm getting this game!!! :hero:

The demo is free and fun, definitely worth getting. And here's a website link too for anyone who's interested: Website Link: http://www.sega.com/games/aliens-vs-predator/		2010-02-07 21:58:00

Author:
Incinerator22
Posts: 3251

Im a little dissapointed, I couldn't get into any games! I was annoyed!2010-02-07 22:16:00

Author:
Pantyer2
Posts: 652

I'm not sure what's up with that, it happens to me sometimes too. But I've just been adding lots of people and joining parties.

Actually, lol, you can add me if you want to.		2010-02-07 22:18:00

Author:
Incinerator22
Posts: 3251

I'm not sure what's up with that, it happens to me sometimes too. But I've just been adding lots of people and joining parties.

Actually, lol, you can add me if you want to.

Ok thanks, I played it with one of my friends, sadly i didn't have enough!		2010-02-07 22:21:00

Author:
Pantyer2
Posts: 652

The ps3 apparantly has some matchmaking issues, though that could be patched now. PC version had similar problems but that's patched now.

Anywho... I LOVE this game! I got it on PC and it really is exactly as I'd hoped. It took a while to figure out the controls, and it's a shame there's only deathmatch available, but it really is so fun and well balanced. I usually come out top of the game with whatever species I use so that seems balanced enough for me. Though when I was an alien onetime and was versing only 2 predators, they were camping and working together so that was lame and frustrating. Otherwise I love it. Can't wait for the full game, particularly single player.		2010-02-08 14:37:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

oh god i most have this but there is bioshock 2 and badcompany so i dont got mutch money 2010-02-08 15:24:00

Author:
Unknown User

I like how it's not as based on the alien vs. predator movies but takes most of its features straight from aliens (alien #2). Like the beeping gun, that's so creepy and awesome.

So far my best class is human, mostly because of the amazing-if-used-properly beeping gun tracker, but it's too creepy for me to play that much. lol. Aliens are the most fun to me.

Also, remember the marines' guns are actually motion trackers. Sneak up behind a human in the shadows, then stop when he turns around, and you won't appear on his map.		2010-02-08 23:05:00

Author:
Incinerator22
Posts: 3251

can't get into a single game 2010-02-08 23:45:00

Author:
Foofles
Posts: 2278

Same here, it's really bugging me because I want to try it out!2010-02-09 00:07:00

Author:
Whalio Cappuccino
Posts: 5250

Ok I just got into one match finally, fun stuff! It's kind of weird to get used to running around on the ceiling though, I still have little grasp over the controls but will keep trying.2010-02-09 00:13:00

Author:
Foofles
Posts: 2278

I really like the Demo it is top notch and the guns look great.
Gonna get this one.		2010-02-09 01:11:00

Author:
Mod5.0
Posts: 1576

It's fun! And i like the way where you can rip and slice humans heads off.

I like the Humans reaction before you slice it. He looks at your tail, looks at you and goes <:O and the slice, he's dead. lolz		2010-02-09 01:16:00

Author:
Pantyer2
Posts: 652

Question: Do humans have those sneak attacks too? I have no idea since I've never been able to sneak behind a predator or alien with a human.

Also: Whaaale, foofles, the multiplayer connection issue has been patched for the pc and will shortly be patched on the other systems too. Your best bet is to add friends and get into parties.		2010-02-09 02:11:00

Author:
Incinerator22
Posts: 3251

Thanks for the Radar tip Incinerator! I am so gunna use that to my advantage next time im an alien

To answer your Question, I believe they can do trophy kills but it's pretty **** hard. That's what I've heard. As for sneaking ones though, I'm unsure.
I FRAPS'd me getting a sneaky kill as Alien
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5g2Ii-OYuV8		2010-02-09 14:53:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

Hey guys can you add me and we could play a few games together... I really want to play(PS3 version)2010-02-09 17:24:00

Author:
Mod5.0
Posts: 1576

Hey guys can you add me and we could play a few games together... I really want to play(PS3 version)

Hell yeah

i whant to be the marine and whant to be scarred		2010-02-09 21:35:00

Author:
Unknown User

Add me too

-Incinerator22		2010-02-09 21:38:00

Author:
Incinerator22
Posts: 3251

played the demo, not sure if i want this2010-02-09 21:42:00

Author:
toon_army_azza
Posts: 115

played the demo, not sure if i want this

try it again with other species and tactics		2010-02-09 21:48:00

Author:
Unknown User

Ive only just got the hang of blocking and being able to counter-act the trophy/stealth kills if you're fast enough. Very handy! And now im even more efficient when fighting 2010-02-09 23:05:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

I hate when I stealth-kill someone and someone then stealth-kills me while I'm doing so. I've saw a triple stealth kill once with three aliens that looked hilarious...

And anyhow, what do you mean you can block them, ryan? With the block button?		2010-02-10 22:17:00

Author:
Incinerator22
Posts: 3251

I hate when I stealth-kill someone and someone then stealth-kills me while I'm doing so. I've saw a triple stealth kill once with three aliens that looked hilarious...

And anyhow, what do you mean you can block them, ryan? With the block button?

Well on PC (and PS3 & 360, just apply the correct buttons) as Alien or Predator if you hold down both attack buttons you block. If you do this and they quick strike you, you can then counter their strike by quick attacking straight after. This knocks them down, so then by pressing the same button for stealth kill straight after while they're on the ground you then get a trophy kill. WIN I think if you block at the right time when you've been grabbed, you get yourself out of it too. Happened a few times for me.		2010-02-10 23:57:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

they fixed the server problems and now you can play with strangers
but you most instal it again 		2010-02-12 20:42:00

Author:
Unknown User

Cool! I've seen Alien VS Predator and it was pretty good2010-02-14 05:12:00

Author:
Ainsl3y_xo
Posts: 478

i think its banned here in australia

i wll just import if i want it 		2010-02-14 05:21:00

Author:
rseah
Posts: 2701

i think its banned here in australia

Really? the Movie or the game? I'm talking about the movie and we bought it on DVD at a proper store.		2010-02-14 05:55:00

Author:
Ainsl3y_xo
Posts: 478

does any one know how to kill a predator if you are a alien2010-02-14 16:25:00

Author:
Unknown User

i think its banned here in australia

i wll just import if i want it

It was, but its not anymore! 		2010-02-14 18:08:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

does any one know how to kill a predator if you are a alien

What do you mean? Normal attacks work fine. But, strategy-wise, it's best to sneak up on them instead of attacking them from the front. They're more powerful at close-range attacks.		2010-02-17 04:57:00

Author:
Incinerator22
Posts: 3251

So my game came a day early So far I've completed Marines and Aliens campaigns. The marines one is clearly the superior one here, as it lasts over twice as long and has a much better story. Half way through the Predator one, and this is probably my favourite. In terms of the game overall, it's real fun and I enjoy it, though its not groundbreaking or anything. Online is a blast too. Though I've only played as Predators in the few matches I played. (Though have played the demo tons anyway with the other species). The game is basically the same as it looks in the demo. However, there is a new move. As Alien or Predator, you can now cancel your Heavy attack into a block. This means you can lure an enemy (online or off) to hit you with a light attack, and when you trick them and block their attack you can then counter with a light attack and knock them over, giving you nicely rewarded trophy kill 2010-02-19 01:38:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

I got this game on Friday and I love it

I just need some more people to play with 		2010-02-21 13:25:00

Author:
Unknown User

so poeple are there noobs in this game?2010-02-24 23:14:00

Author:
Unknown User

I play on PC... and I'm not touching multiplayer again till they update it with the dedicated servers (which they're working on atm). The matchmaking is terrible... hopefully console isn't this bad.2010-02-24 23:16:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

is this the same as the pc version released in 2001 or is it different2010-02-24 23:33:00

Author:
sorrowthedark
Posts: 125

i know one thing and that is
better grapics		2010-02-24 23:53:00

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Unknown User


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