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Aliens (World set 1)
Aliens (World set 1) - Run and Gun Classic
Aliens (World set 1) is an arcade run and gun game released by Konami in 1990. It was based on the 1986 film Aliens and was available in arcades worldwide. The game uses digitized sprites from the movie and has a pulse-pounding soundtrack that captures the tension of the film. This ROM set is the world version, meaning it was intended for international release with English text.
As a colonial marine, you blast through hordes of xenomorphs across multiple stages based on locations from the movie. The gameplay is side-scrolling and action-heavy, with a focus on shooting enemies while moving forward. You can pick up different weapons like the pulse rifle, flamethrower, and smartgun, each with unique firing patterns. The game also features a limited number of continues and a two-player cooperative mode where both players share the screen.
What makes Aliens worth playing today is its faithful adaptation of the film's atmosphere and the tight arcade action that Konami was known for. The graphics still hold up well with detailed sprites and backgrounds, and the challenge is stiff but fair for its genre. While it may not be as famous as other Konami shooters like Contra, it stands as a solid run and gun arcade game that any fan of the franchise or retro action games should try.
As a colonial marine, you blast through hordes of xenomorphs across multiple stages based on locations from the movie. The gameplay is side-scrolling and action-heavy, with a focus on shooting enemies while moving forward. You can pick up different weapons like the pulse rifle, flamethrower, and smartgun, each with unique firing patterns. The game also features a limited number of continues and a two-player cooperative mode where both players share the screen.
What makes Aliens worth playing today is its faithful adaptation of the film's atmosphere and the tight arcade action that Konami was known for. The graphics still hold up well with detailed sprites and backgrounds, and the challenge is stiff but fair for its genre. While it may not be as famous as other Konami shooters like Contra, it stands as a solid run and gun arcade game that any fan of the franchise or retro action games should try.
How to Play Aliens (World set 1) Online
When you start Aliens, first press Enter to begin. You can choose between one or two players by pressing V on the select screen. The game immediately drops you into a side-scrolling level where you must move right and shoot down aliens. Your default weapon is the pulse rifle, but pick up weapon icons dropped by enemies or found in the environment to switch to flamethrower, smartgun, or grenade launcher.
Your health is displayed as a life bar, and you have a limited number of lives and continues. The core loop is: move forward, shoot everything that moves, avoid alien projectiles, and collect power-ups. Watch out for one-hit kill hazards like acid blood from some aliens. The game autoscrolls in certain sections, forcing you to keep up the pace. Memorizing enemy spawn points and weapon placements is key to surviving the later levels. If you see a civilian in need, sometimes you can rescue them for bonus points, but your main goal is to reach the end of each stage and defeat the boss.
Aliens (World set 1) Keyboard Controls
Controls
- Arrow Keys: Joystick / Movement
- X: Button 1
- S: Button 2
- Z: Button 3
- A: Button 4
- Q: Button 5
- E: Button 6
- Enter: Start / 1P
- V: Coin / Insert
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there anything iconic or memorable about Aliens?
The game is widely remembered for its faithful use of movie digitized sprites and the sound of the pulse rifle. It also features a two-player cooperative mode that captures the squad feel of the film.
Roughly how long does it take to finish Aliens?
A skilled player can finish a single credit run in about 20 to 30 minutes, but the arcade design encourages multiple plays to learn enemy patterns. Average play through all stages with continues might take an hour.
Which regions was Aliens released in?
The game was released in Japan, North America, and Europe. The world set 1 ROM is the international version with English text and settings.
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