In a nutshell
- Worldwide Launch: August 25, 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and Epic Games Store
- Four‑Player Co‑Op: Deeper squad mechanics, customizable Specialist class, smarter enemies
- 40th Anniversary Premium Edition: Ripley, Herk Mondo, and Rain Carradine DLC packs
Daybreak Game Company, Cold Iron Studios, and 20th Century Games have announced that Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 is launching on August 25, 2026.
The sequel expands to four‑player co‑op, introduces new enemies, and celebrates the Alien franchise’s 40th anniversary with premium DLC packs.
The Fight for Survival Expands
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 drops up to four Colonial Marines into the most hostile corners of the Alien universe. The mission is to survive against relentless xenomorph swarms, ambushes from the shadows, and escalating encounters that shift from tense standoffs to all‑out war.
Players can coordinate with their fireteam, leverage unique class abilities, and adapt on the fly. The new Specialist class offers full customization, while smarter enemies and deeper squad mechanics raise the stakes for every mission.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Editions and Pricing
- Digital Standard Edition — $49.99
- 40th Anniversary Premium Edition — $69.99 (includes base game + DLC)
- Premium Upgrade — $19.99 for Standard Edition owners
Anniversary DLC Packs
To celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Aliens, AFE2 introduces themed DLC:
- Ripley’s Hive Exterminator Pack — Outfit inspired by Ellen Ripley’s iconic look, plus her modified pulse rifle and exclusive decals.
- Herk Mondo’s Pest Pack — Over‑the‑top comic‑book hero outfit, massive pulse rifle, and wild customization options.
- Rain’s Jackson’s Star Pack — Outfit based on Alien: Romulus protagonist Rain Carradine, featuring a cryoweapon‑enhanced pulse rifle and new decals.
