Released by Capcom on May 20, 1994, Alien vs. Predator is a 2D side-scrolling beat ’em up for the CP System II (CPS-2) arcade hardware. It is widely considered a classic of the genre, featuring a unique blend of traditional brawling and weapon-based combat for up to three simultaneous players.
Plot & Setting
- San Drad Outbreak: Set in San Drad, California, which has been overrun by a Xenomorph infestation following a shuttle crash.
- The Alliance: Two cybernetically enhanced soldiers, Major Dutch Schaefer and Lieutenant Linn Kurosawa, are nearly overwhelmed by Aliens before being rescued by two Predators who offer an alliance to eliminate the threat.
- The Conspiracy: Over seven stages, the group discovers the infestation was a bio-weapon experiment by General Bush of the Weyland-Yutani Corporation.
- Conclusion: After defeating the Alien Queen aboard Bush’s ship, the heroes crash the vessel into San Drad, destroying the remaining Xenomorphs.
Playable Characters
The game features four distinct characters with unique melee and projectile weapons:
| Character | Type | Melee Weapon | Ranged Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major Dutch Schaefer | Tank | Cybernetic Arm | Smart Gun (built-in) |
| Lt. Linn Kurosawa | Speed/Skill | Katana | Automatic Pistol |
| Predator Warrior | Balanced | Telescopic Spear | Shoulder Plasma Cannon |
| Predator Hunter | Gimmick/Power | Naginata Staff | Shoulder Plasma Cannon |
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