Review: Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 (PS5) - A Deeply Disappointing Downgrade of a Sequel
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 has received a significantly negative review from PushSquare, with the critic labeling it “one of the most frustrating fumbles of 2026.” The review describes the game as “a deeply disappointing downgrade of a sequel” for PlayStation 5.
The reviewer, a self-described fan of the Alien franchise, previously praised the original Aliens: Fireteam Elite as “a schlocky but fun co-op shooter.” Despite genuine enthusiasm for the first game and the broader Alien universe adaptations, the sequel appears to have failed substantially.
The reviewer’s perspective is informed by years of experience with Alien franchise games, ranging from Aliens vs. Predator on PlayStation 3 to the critically acclaimed Alien: Isolation on PlayStation 4. This background establishes that the harsh assessment comes from someone with genuine investment in both the franchise and the first game’s arcade-style co-operative approach.
The game is positioned as a co-op shooter within the Alien universe, though the limited excerpt does not specify the technical or design issues that prompted the negative reception.