Ellen Ripley
A playable Colonial Marine who fights through the infestation and helps rescue Newt.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Joystick | Move the character |
|---|---|
Button 1 | Fire the equipped weapon |
Button 2 | Jump |
Button 3 | Use a bomb or special attack |
Control notes
The exact cabinet button labels can vary by arcade operator or region.
How it plays
How does Aliens play?
The game is viewed from a horizontal side-scrolling perspective. Players advance through linear stages, defeating aliens, facehuggers, soldiers, and other hazards while collecting weapons and surviving boss encounters.
Ripley and Hicks can shoot in multiple directions, jump, attack at close range, and use bombs or special weapons. Stages culminate in large encounters, including film-inspired alien creatures, and the campaign supports one or two players on the same arcade cabinet.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Aliens?
Keep moving while firing, because stationary players are easily surrounded by aliens and facehuggers. Use the edges of the screen to manage approaching enemies and avoid jumping into hazards.
Save bombs and powerful weapons for crowded sections and bosses. In two-player games, divide attention between both sides of the screen and revive or protect a partner whenever possible.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Dwayne Hicks
A playable Colonial Marine who joins Ripley in the cooperative campaign.
Newt
The young survivor whom the Marines attempt to rescue.
Alien Queen
The principal endgame antagonist and the largest alien threat.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Learn enemy attack patterns before spending bombs.
- 2
Use close-range attacks only when the area is clear.
- 3
Cooperative play makes crowd control and boss fights easier.
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