Expanded customization and four-player squads can't hide the many issues with Cold Iron's co-op third-person shooter.
The Xenomorphs might have the numerical advantage, but the Fireteam’s got brains, brawn, and some great gear to handle them pretty well.
"Maintaining those targets during our largest four-player encounters has definitely been one of the challenges of development."
Cold Iron's co-op sequel looks to channel the franchise's signature tension in all the best ways after some recent hands-on time.
Drones and Facehuggers return, but players must also face new threats in the co-op shooter, like the Warden and the Siren.
The Specialist wears many hats, and each one is another tool comprising the best that their comrades have to offer (along with their own).
Five years later, the Marines embark on another mission to take out the Xenomorphs when Cold Iron's sequel launches on August 25th.
Whether it's providing damage resistance to allies, upping their fire rate, or setting poison traps, the Medic is a support superstar.
Those classes might come well-armed, but it's how you get them working together that improves the odds of survival against the hordes.
The Hunter's toolkit revolves around either dealing massive amounts of damage or supporting the team with statuses or debuffs.
The Colonial Marines return as Cold Iron Studios offers a new range of toys and some much-needed changes over the original.
This is one squad member who might be as important as the Medic, with excellent area control and passive buffs to share with the group.
Those who pick up the 40th Anniversary Premium Edition for $69.99 will get two packs that pay homage to Ellen Ripley and Herk Mondo.
It’s always good to be prepared for a bout with the Xenomorphs, and the Marauder’s arsenal makes the job look stylish and easy.
"There's enough customization that you can take four medics in, and they'll all be different," says Cold Iron Studios' Chris Cross.
The Specialist might look like a jack of all trades, but you can be damn sure they're a master of them all when it counts.
A team that hunts Xenomorphs together is likely to stay alive together, and this co-op shooter takes that notion to new heights.
The Colonial Marines are back to battle old and new Xenomorphs on a new world in Cold Iron Studios' sequel to the co-op shooter.
The trailer thumbnail also seemingly confirms that the sequel features fixed, playable Marines over customizable characters.
While the title wasn't outright named, the publisher referred to it as a "co-op action shooter based on a major film IP franchise."
