Alien Resurrection
2000 · Argonaut Games · Alien · English

Players navigate the claustrophobic corridors of the USM Auriga, managing limited ammunition and utilizing a motion tracker to survive encounters with xenomorphs while completing mission-based objectives.
- Console
- PS
- Year
- 2000
- Developer
- Argonaut Games
- Series
- Alien
- Language
- English
Controls
Players move and strafe using the dual analog sticks, manage inventory and weapon selection through on-screen menus, and utilize the motion tracker to detect nearby threats.
- Left Stick
Move and Strafe
- Right Stick
Look and Aim
- R1 Button
Fire Weapon
- L1 Button
Secondary Fire
- X Button
Jump
- Square Button
Reload
- Triangle Button
Inventory Menu
About Alien Resurrection
Alien Resurrection follows the crew of the USM Auriga as they contend with a catastrophic xenomorph infestation. Players assume the roles of Ellen Ripley, Call, DiStephano, and Christie, navigating a derelict research vessel to escape the ship while uncovering the truth behind the cloning experiments.
The game utilizes a first-person perspective that emphasizes survival horror elements. It integrates a signature motion tracker that provides directional feedback on enemy proximity, forcing players to balance exploration with tactical retreat. Limited resources and environmental hazards heighten the focus on precision and stealth over traditional run-and-gun combat.
Environments across the USM Auriga feature interconnected levels that require backtracking and keycard acquisition to access restricted sectors. The level design prioritizes atmospheric tension, utilizing lighting and sound engineering to simulate the isolation depicted in the source material.
Alien Resurrection remains notable for its early implementation of dual-analog controls on the PlayStation console. This configuration established a foundation for modern first-person shooters, marking the title as a significant technical milestone in console gaming history.
Tags
- First-Person Shooter
- Survival Horror
- Sci-Fi
- Action
- PlayStation
- 1990s
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