Fans of the classic sci-fi series may find renewed excitement following the release of Alien: Romulus, as reports indicate a fresh title is progressing in production. Insider Gaming has revealed that work on a new entry in the Alien universe has resumed. Informants described it as a solo experience located on an abandoned orbital facility, styled as an intense arcade-style survival horror reminiscent of Shadow of the Tomb Raider but featuring Xenomorph creatures.
This project isn't entirely new; it surfaced in media coverage back in 2022 using the working title Marathon. Per the Insider Gaming update, it has shifted among multiple studios before settling at Eidos Montreal, known for creating Shadow of the Tomb Raider and now handling the Fable revival. The publication also mentioned that funding for the title has grown to under $75 million, a rise from the $30 million allocated several years earlier.
According to the sources cited by Insider Gaming, the initiative remains in its initial phases and might incorporate Ripley 8, the hybrid character introduced in Alien Resurrection. While specifics and timelines could evolve, the insiders expressed optimism, stating the effort is progressing well and aiming for a 2028 launch across major systems.