Aliens: The Video Games — An Interactive History of Xenomorphs in Gaming

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Mike Diver's forthcoming book argues that the Alien video game legacy shines when passionate, unhurried development yields faithful official and fan-made titles, while tighter licensing and IP control often degrade weaker tie-ins, weaving these efforts into an interactive history of the franchise.

Interview: Youd Probably End Up In A Nasty Lawsuit - Aliens: The Video Games Uncovers The Interactive History Of The Series
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Interview: Youd Probably End Up In A Nasty Lawsuit - Aliens: The Video Games Uncovers The Interactive History Of The Series

Studios [were] seeing what they [could] get away with