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Alien-themed movies, books, and games take a special place in the sci-fi genre. The latter has been especially popular over the past two decades. Indeed, the number of alien games has been skyrocketing, especially ever since the Alien (1979) made by Ridley Scott. This film set the beginning with the true aliens’ obsession among the general public. Today, it’s not the matter of finding an alien-inspired video game but choosing the right one. 

As a result, today, you can find hundreds of games about aliens. However, how do you choose a really good one when there are so many of them? Well, fortunately for you, we have come up with the list of the best alien video games of this century. So, let’s see if you’ll find something to spark your interest. 

Alien Isolation (2014)

How about we start with the classics? Even though Alien Isolation has been around for over five years, it still remains the favorite game among the rest of the Alien series. Indeed, this game has become the ultimate alien video game classic. The greatest part about this game is the level of tension it manages to achieve. Once you start playing, the game doesn’t let you go. It’s all about attention and minding your surroundings. Overall, the game has truly captured the main features of the survival horror genre. Its plot and atmosphere are what make people come back for more. 

Of course, those who appreciate the modern graphics can check out the newest Aliens: Fireteam Elite released this year. The 2021 Aliens game was quite a delightful surprise to the fanbase of the series. It offers excellent firepower options, including weapons upgrades and several classifications of characters. Overall, the last Alien game of cycle honored the Sci-Fi genre, which the fanbase loved. Though, you can always learn more about the main Sci-Fi concepts by reading a research paper. Just don't forget to read some of the research paper writing services reviews first. 

XCOM: Enemy Unknown (2012) and XCOM 2 (2016)

So, these sequence games surely earned their spot on our list. Their plots revolve around the alien uprising the whole human race is trying to prevent from happening. Overall, it’s all you want from the alien game. There are strategy, guns, space adventures on new planets, and, of course, aliens. Evil aliens, to be more specific. 

Our advice here would be to start with the first game. The Enemy Unknown received higher praise among the critics and players. Mind yourself that this part is rather difficult and very addictive. You won’t rest till the Mothership is destroyed. Also, the first game will give you good training before you start the second one. It’s almost as difficult yet comes with more polished gameplay and better graphics. You will be able to understand the plot of XCOM 2 even without playing the first game. Yet, it won’t be the same wholesome experience. 

Elite Dangerous (2014)

Do you want to get a first-person space travel experience? How about trying out various space jobs? Or maybe you want to fight aliens who are about to destroy all humans? All of this and even more is possible in Elite Dangerous. This game is nothing like you have ever seen before. There, it’s just you and an open space with its endless possibilities. Do you want to choose a character to play for? Sure! Do you want to choose and upgrade space ships? Of course! Do you want to master multiple professions, from mining and space taxi to being an Anti-Xeno (a fighter and researcher of evil Xenos)? 

Overall, this game is truly the level in the space genre. Its top-notch graphics (with fully re-created the Milky Way) and evolving narrative make for a beautiful gaming experience. Also, with just a few regulations, players are free to choose whatever moves and scenarios they want to play. Overall, the limitless choices and extended gaming space are what truly make Elite Dangerous stand out from the rest of similar games. Honestly, you can even look up some online class help reviews and choose writers to tell you more about the Milky Way. Surprisingly, this knowledge will actually really help you during the game. 

Mass Effect: Andromeda (2017)

Gamers who value a good Sci-Fi story will love trying out Mass Effect: Andromeda. The plot here is everything. It’s entertaining, meaningful and honors the classical features of the Sci-Fi genre as a whole. However, let’s not also forget about the gaming experience because you are in for a treat. The game gives you a perfect combat experience, great possibilities for world exploration, a bit of strategy, and role play. All in all, the game gives you a little bit of everything in a beautiful harmony that actually works!

Moreover, unlike many other alien games, this one portrays space creatures as rather complex individuals. They are not just monsters who are ready to tear you into pieces. They are the perfect examples of intelligent life in space that protects what is theirs while looking for more. These creatures have their governments, national ambitions, internal conflicts, etc. All of these made these aliens pretty interesting and unusual antagonists.

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