Alien 3 (USA)

In Alien 3 (NES), players step into the shoes of Ellen Ripley, the iconic protagonist from the acclaimed sci-fi horror film series. The game takes place on the desolate prison planet Fiorina 161, where Ripley finds herself stranded with the surviving inmates and a horde of bloodthirsty Xenomorphs. Your primary objective is to rescue trapped prisoners scattered throughout various sections of the prison complex and eliminate all dangerous alien creatures.

Alien 3 is a side-scrolling action-platformer, played from a horizontal perspective. Ripley can run, jump, climb ladders, and crawl through tight spaces to navigate the intricate prison environment. She is armed with a pulse rifle as her primary weapon, capable of continuous fire. Additionally, players can collect other secondary weapons such as a flamethrower for area-of-effect damage and grenades to clear out hidden enemies or groups.

The main adversaries in the game are various forms of Xenomorphs, including the small but deadly Facehuggers, agile Chestbursters, and formidable full-grown Aliens with impressive size and strength. Each Alien type exhibits unique behaviors and attack patterns, requiring players to adapt their strategies. Some Aliens also have the ability to cling to ceilings or walls, providing terrifying surprises.

Levels are designed in a maze-like fashion, requiring players to thoroughly explore to find pathways, keys, or switches to unlock new areas. A constant countdown timer adds pressure, urging players to complete objectives quickly before time runs out. You also need to manage your ammunition and health, collecting power-ups like medkits and ammo scattered throughout the levels. The game is known for its high difficulty and tense atmosphere, staying true to the spirit of the original film.