2026-09-04 23:31 UTC · Community Announcements · CM Mithril
We want to thank everyone who has jumped into Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 and taken the time to share their feedback with us since launch.Our team has been actively reviewing your reports and conversations across the community. We’re working through many of the issues and areas for improvement you’ve raised.Our immediate focus is on:• Game performance, optimization and stability on PC and console• Doors locking players out, keybinding issues etc.• Mission specific problems including post Queen fight reward issues and more!We’re also investigating reports of players being unable to pick up or inte
2026-09-02 17:08 UTC · Community Announcements · CM Mithril
The game has been updated with the following hotfix.PerformanceReduced 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 FixesFixed a crash that could occur when receiving rewards from certain containers.Join our Discord for more updates on bug reports and more!https://discord.com/invite/aliensfireteamelite
2026-08-31 19:43 UTC · CGMagazine · Zubi Khan
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 might be the videogameist game of 2026, and I mean that in the best way possible. Like the first entry into the Fireteam Elite series, Cold Iron Studios has delivered a faithfully crafted third-person shooter set in the expansive world of Aliens. If you’re a fan of the Alien franchise, or simply enjoy third-person shooters that you can shut your brain off to for a few hours and play with a couple of friends, Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 is a certified good time. Spread across 4 biomes, Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 features 15 missions that should take most players roughly 8-10
2026-08-25 23:43 UTC · Gamemag.ru · Вадим Съедин
Издательство Daybreak Game Company объявило о релизе кооперативного шутера Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2. Игра доступна на ПК, Xbox Series X|S и PS5.
2026-08-25 15:02 UTC · Community Announcements · CM Mithril
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 is now Live!Join Fireteam Chimaera and experience the action of Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2. Available here on Steam! There are two editions available to pick from, The Digital Standard Edition and the 40th Anniversary Premium Edition.Learn all about the editions here.CROSSPLAY IS LIVEPlay with your friends on Steam and console on day one. Squad up with three other marines from PS5, Xbox or PC!DAY 1 - PATCHWe have fixed a plethora of bugs! Patch up on Day 1 and get ready to rock and roll!Read the full patch notes here.JOIN OUR DISCORDLooking for a fireteam? We have variou
2026-08-21 22:21 UTC · Community Announcements · CM Mithril
AFE 2 launches globally August 25th @ 3PM UTC on Steam, Epic Games Store, Xbox, and PS5Wishlist Now: http://afe2.com Check your local listingJoin us Monday August 24th for a LIVE AMA on Discord!Cold Iron Studios developers will be answering community questions! https://discord.gg/aliensfireteameliteThe event starts @ 3PM PDT. Wishlist today!Join our Discord server!https://discord.gg/aliensfireteamelite
2026-08-20 21:01 UTC · Community Announcements · CM Mithril
Xenomorph DossierDRONEMobile Ambusher Threat Level: High The Drone hits hard, moves fast, and exploits vent networksFireteam Tactics: Pinning one down requires committed firepower and squad focus — anything less, and it's already gone. FACEHUGGERFloor crawlerThreat Level: LowThe Facehugger will attempt to latch on to its victim's face. They will pounce on you!Fireteam Tactics: Look to the floors for their light colored flesh. They crawl fast and are usually near eggs in the vicinity. Where there's one, there may be more! Burn them with a flamethrower or carefully shoot them off of your teammat
2026-08-18 16:39 UTC · Community Announcements · CM Mithril
From early mission impressions to solo play experiences and more, check out IGN's final Preview of AFE 2! Wishlist today!Join our Discord server!https://discord.gg/aliensfireteamelite
2026-08-17 16:18 UTC · Community Announcements · CM Mithril
Wishlist today!SPECIALIST - CLASS SHOWCASEThe Specialist class has access to all unlocked class abilities and perks. Switch up the strategy and take on any threat, marine.Ability Upgrade ExamplesSHREDDER BODYGUARDThe 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 BEAMAt the same time, equip the Particle Beam with either Compatibility Matrix or Increased Uptime modifiers for a powerful beam attack as your bodyguard protects you from Xenomorph threats.PerksFOCUS FIRE / DOCTOR
2026-08-10 16:39 UTC · Community Announcements · CM Mithril
Wishlist today!MEDIC - CLASS SHOWCASEThe Medic class is equipped with Medic Kit abilities to keep you and your team alive... a while longer.Ability UpgradesAdrenaline Surge / OverclockWhether 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 own Reload Speed with Overclock, the Medic is ready to support their team in any situation.Buffing Station / Poison StationEquipped with an Advanced Trauma Station, the Medic can use the Buffing Station modif
2026-08-06 16:00 UTC · Community Announcements · CM Mithril
Four-player Co-op and Crossplay READY on Day 1Marines 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!https://discord.gg/aliensfireteamelite
2026-08-03 16:49 UTC · Community Announcements · CM Mithril
Wishlist today!HUNTER - CLASS SHOWCASEThe 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 UpgradesParticle Beam / Cryo PulseThe Particle Pulse allows for different configurations. A good hunter knows which to use for the right situation.Stasis BoltXenos trapped in the Stasis Bolt will be slowed and vulnerable to attacks. Make each shot count, marine.PerksNo Mercy / No RestBoth No Mercy and No Rest offer the right advantage over the strongest of Xenos. Plan your perk setup before heading out, mar
2026-07-29 19:26 UTC · Community Announcements · CM Mithril
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 - ComposerNicholas Stolman - Art DirectorMichie Vargas - Senior Environment ArtistDerrick Reyes - Audio DirectorJake Kreigman - Narrative DesignerJoin our Discord below and drop your feedback in the message boards. Ready up your fireteam, Marine, we're dropping on August 25th!Wishlist today!Join our Discord server!https://discord.gg/a
2026-07-27 16:34 UTC · Community Announcements · CM Mithril
Wishlist today!MACHINIST- CLASS SHOWCASEThe 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 UpgradesGas Turret / Rumble TurretSelect from various modifiers including Gas Turret or Rumble Turret. Each provides unique firepower or abilities to kill or slow down enemy threats.Artillery Bodyguard / Shredder BodyguardSwap Bodyguard Drone abilities to add strong close quarter or long range firepower. PerksCROSS-PLATFORM SYNERGYWith this perk allies within range of the turret will ga
2026-07-26 00:30 UTC · Community Announcements · CM Mithril
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!https://discord.gg/aliensfireteamelite
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