Rumors are swirling about a potential sequel to 2021’s Aliens: Fireteam Elite, suggesting that a new Alien game could be on the horizon for next year. The iconic Alien franchise has inspired numerous video game adaptations over the years, ranging from the intense survival horror of Alien: Isolation to action-packed shooters like Aliens: Colonial Marines.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite, developed by Cold Iron Studios, aligns more with the latter category. It places players in control of a squad of Colonial Marines on a perilous mission at a distressed space colony, set 23 years after the events of the original Alien movies. Similar to the Left 4 Dead series, Aliens: Fireteam Elite features various character classes, allowing players to team up with friends or AI-controlled squadmates to fend off waves of Xenomorphs using customizable skills and weapons. Although the game received average reviews at launch, its player count saw a significant decline after a strong initial performance on Steam.
Recent rumors suggest that a new Alien video game is in the works, with sources claiming it to be a sequel to Aliens: Fireteam Elite. Over the weekend, screenshots of a document detailing this supposed game have surfaced on social media platforms like Reddit. The game, reportedly titled “Project Macondo,” is said to be planned for release in the third quarter of 2025. Project Macondo will allegedly introduce new gameplay modes, including “Annihilation,” a Xenomorph-themed take on the popular Horde Mode found in other contemporary shooters.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite Sequel Reportedly in Development
The leaked document describes how Project Macondo aims to differentiate itself from its predecessor, Aliens: Fireteam Elite. According to the information, the new game will feature “fixed preset character archetypes and non-customizable characters,” a significant departure from Aliens: Fireteam Elite’s weapon customization options. Additionally, Project Macondo is expected to utilize console voice chat applications instead of an in-game voice chat feature. Notably, the document also claims that Project Macondo will avoid the inclusion of micro-transactions, loot boxes, or gacha mechanics, which have been criticized in other titles over recent years.
It is important to note that the document detailing Project Macondo appears to have been produced some time ago, and certain information might have changed during development—assuming the document is authentic. As of now, there is no official word from Cold Iron Studios regarding the development of a new Alien video game. However, if the game is indeed set to launch next year, an official announcement could be imminent.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite Overview
Aliens: Fireteam Elite, an action-packed third-person shooter from Cold Iron Studios, is inspired by the Alien franchise’s movies. Players can engage in combat against hordes of Xenomorphs with a well-crafted team composition. The game can be played in co-op mode or solo with AI companions as players explore the secrets of LV-895.
Franchise: Alien
Platform(s): Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PC, PS4, PS5
Released: August 24, 2021
Developer(s): Cold Iron Studios
Publisher(s): Cold Iron Studios
PS Plus Availability: Essential, Extra, & Premium
