The game has been updated with the following hotfix. Performance · Reduced stuttering during gameplay — improved shader caching to cut down on hitching the first time an asset is rendered. · Fixed an issue where the local shader cache wasn't rebuilding properly after updates, which could cause stuttering the first time an asset is rendered. Crash Fixes · Fixed a crash that could occur when rece…
AFE 2 launches globally August 25th @ 3PM UTC on Steam, Epic Games Store, Xbox, and PS5 Wishlist Now: Check your local listing Join us Monday August 24th for a LIVE AMA on Discord! Cold Iron Studios developers will be answering community questions! The event starts @ 3PM PDT. Wishlist today! Join our Discord server!
Xenomorph Dossier DRONE · Mobile Ambusher · Threat Level: High · The Drone hits hard, moves fast, and exploits vent networks · Fireteam Tactics: Pinning one down requires committed firepower and squad focus — anything less, and it's already gone. FACEHUGGER · Floor crawler · Threat Level: Low · The Facehugger will attempt to latch on to its victim's face. They will pounce on you! · Fireteam Tac…
Wishlist today! SPECIALIST - CLASS SHOWCASE The Specialist class has access to all unlocked class abilities and perks. Switch up the strategy and take on any threat, marine. Ability Upgrade Examples SHREDDER BODYGUARD The specialist can equip a bodyguard drone mounted with a powerful shotgun. Use Force Multiplier or Concussive Multiplier to dish out more damage or stopping power! PARTICLE BEAM…
Wishlist today! MEDIC - CLASS SHOWCASE The Medic class is equipped with Medic Kit abilities to keep you and your team alive... a while longer. Ability Upgrades Adrenaline Surge / Overclock Whether you're looking to give your team an added edge with Increased Damage Resistance and Immunity to Knock Back with Adrenaline Surge or Increased Fire Rate for you and your allies and an increase to your…
Four-player Co-op and Crossplay READY on Day 1 Marines will be joining fireteams across Steam, Epic Games Store, Xbox and PS5 on August 25th. And by popular demand.. for Nintendo Switch 2 in Fall 2026. If you haven't yet, Wishlist below and join our Discord community! Wishlist today! Join our Discord server!
Wishlist today! HUNTER - CLASS SHOWCASE The Hunter class is equipped with abilities to slow down their prey. Use modifier abilities like the Cryo Pulse to freeze Xenos in their tracks. Ability Upgrades Particle Beam / Cryo Pulse The Particle Pulse allows for different configurations. A good hunter knows which to use for the right situation. Stasis Bolt Xenos trapped in the Stasis Bolt will be s…
We hosted an amazing panel at Comic-Con in San Diego and want to share it with you! Witness how art shapes player direction, also how the team evokes player emotions in the game, and learn how various Xenomorph sounds were made! The panelists include: Austin Wintory - Composer Nicholas Stolman - Art Director Michie Vargas - Senior Environment Artist Derrick Reyes - Audio Director Jake Kreigman…
Wishlist today! MACHINIST- CLASS SHOWCASE The Machinist class has access to energy weaponry, a modifiable Sentry Turret and Bodyguard Drone . Use these tools to support your team in every possible scenario. Ability Upgrades Gas Turret / Rumble Turret Select from various modifiers including Gas Turret or Rumble Turret . Each provides unique firepower or abilities to kill or slow down enemy threa…
New Pathogen, Xenomorphs, Machine enemies and more. Check out IGN 's coverage of Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 from Comic-Con in San Diego. Wishlist today! Join our Discord server!
The time is near, Marines. Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 releases on August 25th. Lock N' Load, listed below are the 40th Anniversary Premium Edition and the Rain's Jackson's Star Pack editions you will have the option to purchase. The Digital Standard Edition of Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 will be available on August 25 on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Epic Games Store, and Steam for SRP $49.99 . Al…
Wishlist today! DUELIST - CLASS SHOWCASE The Duelist class is equipped to dish out explosive damage. Ability Upgrades Burst Configuration Select from a combination of modifiers including Fragment or Precision Configuration. Each having its advantage in key situations. Shrapnel Grenade This Duelist Kit Ability helps create distance at the flip of a switch. Activate and chuck a shrapnel grenade i…
Wishlist today! MARAUDER - CLASS SHOWCASE The Marauder class it built to go head to head against the toughest Xenomorphs. Ability Upgrades Blast Cannon Select from a combination of modifiers including Blastwave or Thermal Cannon. Each results in unique gameplay experiences. Feeling like carrying a portal flamethrower? Equip the Thermal Cannon and cook those Xeno's to a crisp! Blast Cannon - Tit…
EXPLODER Xenofauna The Exploder is all about splash damage. Check the walls and ceilings as these Xenos will creep up on you when you least expect it! Wishlist today:
DRONE Xenofauna The Drone hits hard, moves fast, and exploits vent networks. Pinning one down requires committed firepower and squad focus. Wishlist today:
CRUSHER Xenofauna The Crusher, a fan favorite from AFE, returns with a heavy punch! The Crusher charges head on bashing any Marine in its way. Dodge its full charge by jumping out of its path. Wishlist today:
HARBINGER Pathogen The Harbinger relentlessly chasses down players and can immobilize you with a powerful grapple attack. Tread lightly and be ready to bring the firepower, marine. Wishlist today:
Join Fireteam Creators Are you a content creator looking to be part of something from the beginning? Applications for Fireteam Creators are now open. We're looking for passionate creators who want to help build the Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 community through videos, livestreams, artwork, guides, discussions, social content, and more. Whether you're a longtime Aliens fan, a co-op shooter enthusia…
WARDEN Xenofauna The Warden is a frontline brawler and zone controller. Fireteams should split up and engage this heavy threat from multiple angles. Wishlist today:
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 – Specialist Class Overview | IGN First Welcome back Marines! Take a deep dive into the Specialist Class with an IGN First exclusive. Upon leveling up all the other classes, the Specialist class unlocks giving you more choices in building the ultimate Marine in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2. Watch the video below.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 – Full Mission Gameplay (Prologue) | IGN First Welcome back Marines! Continuing with IGN's First spotlight series, we have more gameplay to showcase! Watch Design Director Chris Cross, Art Director Nic Stohlman, Lead Combat Designer Derek Wade, and IGN's Ryan McCaffrey as they fight through Xenomorph threats in the Prologue mission. Learn more about several damage types…
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 – The First Preview | IGN First Welcome Marines to Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2! As part of a multi-part series spotlight, IGN has dropped its first preview! Join Ryan McCaffrey as he gives you first hand impressions of Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2. Learn about the new Specialist class, the impact a fourth player makes, new Xenomorph threats and more. You don't want to miss thi…
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