Alien: Blackout Mobile Game to be Discontinued in November

Prepare to bid farewell to a chilling chapter in the Alien universe. FoxNext has announced that they are “sunsetting” Alien: Blackout, the critically acclaimed mobile and tablet horror game, by the end of October. Players will have until October 31st to experience this gripping title before it is withdrawn from sale, and all development and support for the game will cease.

Alien: Blackout, priced at around $0.99 or £0.79 on iOS, Android, and the Amazon store, offers a compelling experience for fans of the Alien franchise. Serving as a sequel to the well-received Alien: Isolation, the game continues the story of Amanda Ripley, daughter of the iconic Ellen Ripley. However, instead of facing the Xenomorph head-on, players find themselves in a nerve-wracking situation in a duct, relying on CCTV displays to navigate and safeguard fellow humans.

While you may have a sense of control, remember that the Xenomorph can be a persistent threat, and you’ll need to act swiftly by cutting the power and sealing the shutters if you hear ominous sounds. Imagine it as a narrative puzzlebox tinged with the menace of acid blood, complete with impressive cinematic production values, which initially led some fans to believe it was going to be a shooter.

The decision to discontinue Alien: Blackout remains a mystery, as neither FoxNext nor 505 Go have provided a specific reason for this action. Nevertheless, if you miss your opportunity to play the game beyond October, there’s a silver lining. Several dedicated players have recorded complete playthroughs on YouTube, offering an unofficial but engaging Alien movie experience. It might just be better than watching “Alien: Resurrection.”

As the mobile horror game Alien: Blackout prepares to leave the gaming world, it’s a reminder that some of the most captivating gaming experiences can be found in the unlikeliest of places, even on our mobile devices.