Shooter · 2010
Alien Swarm
Alien Swarm is a top-down multiplayer shooter remade from the game mod for Unreal Tournament 2004. According to the main storyline, a group of troopers reaches the colonized planet occupied by the swarm of invasive aliens. They aim to search for survivors or, if needed, to destroy the colony to prevent the spread of…
Key facts
- Released
- 19 July 2010
- Genre
- Shooter · Action
- Length
- ≈ 4 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo · Co-op · Multiplayer
- Platforms
- PC
- Studio
- Valve Software
- Publisher
- Valve
- Critics
- Metacritic 77
- Steam reviews
- 95% positive (21,274 reviews)
- Best price
- Free
Where to buy
Why play it
- "Action" vibe
- ≈ 4h to see the end
- Playable in co-op
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Alien Swarm?
Expect about 4 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Alien Swarm with friends?
Yes: Alien Swarm can be played solo, in co-op and in competitive multiplayer.
What platforms is Alien Swarm on?
Alien Swarm is available on PC.
Is Alien Swarm free?
Yes, Alien Swarm is free-to-play (verified on Steam).
Is Alien Swarm a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 77. On Steam, 95% positive (21,274 reviews).
What games are like Alien Swarm?
In the same spirit: Alien Swarm: Reactive Drop, Alien Breed 2: Assault and Left 4 Dead.
