Aliens versus Predator 2: Primal Hunt

What new content does this expansion introduce?

This addition significantly expands the single-player experience by providing three new mission sets, one for each playable species: the Predator, the Corporate Marines, and a newly introduced hybrid entity. The core objective across these missions involves the retrieval of a mysterious artifact possessing the power to confuse and repel the Xenomorphs.

New Playable Faction: The Predalien

A major addition is the ability to control the Predalien, a tougher hybrid of the Predator and Alien species. This new playable character offers a distinct combat style within the existing framework of the parent game, adding a unique perspective to the conflict.

Faction-Specific Enhancements and New Gear

Each faction receives unique tools and objectives centered around the central artifact:

Predator Upgrades

The Predator gains access to a new offensive tool, the "energy flechette" weapon, supplementing its established arsenal.

Corporate Marine Upgrades

The Corporate Marines receive tactical upgrades designed for enhanced defense and situational awareness, including a new 360-degree motion tracker and the ability to deploy sentry guns.

How does this expansion change the multiplayer experience?

The expansion enhances competitive play by introducing four new Deathmatch maps. Furthermore, it adds a critical defensive mechanic for the Predator player: the ability to activate a short-range self-destruct bomb when facing imminent defeat, adding a layer of risk and consequence to close-quarters engagements.

Is this expansion a substantial addition to the original game?

As an expansion, it focuses on delivering focused, high-stakes narrative content and specific gameplay additions rather than a complete overhaul. The nine new missions provide dedicated scenarios that flesh out the lore leading up to the main game’s events, offering dedicated content for fans invested in the world and its factions. Note that a copy of the original Aliens versus Predator 2 is required to access this content.