The more I play this game the less I like it. The initial gameplay loop is fun, but it definitely grows stale as time progresses. The alien AI become laughably predictable. After a couple missions you can predict where the xenomorphs are coming and just sprint through the levels. I was also seriously disappointed in the lack of boss fights. You do encounter the alien Queen, but the entire sequence is a letdown. Also, do not play this game solo. The android marine AI allies are useless, they just get in the way and contribute very little. This is a fun game to play with friends, but not alone. This game has a serious lack of content. Yes, it isn't a full retail price, but I was expecting more. I worry for the replayability of this game. There are 4 chapters and only 12 missions and a horde mode. That is not much to keep people coming back. Once you've finished the game, which took me 10-11 hours, there is not much reason to go back and play it again. There is a fun game to be had here, but it lacks substance.

While generally and overall, a very solid game, that definitely kept me engaged from beginning to end, I was ultimately expecting just a little bit more from this sequel. The scope was not as big as I was hoping and there was not as many big overarching choices in comparison to the first game. Also, the romances were not as engaging as the original. I romanced Grace but it never felt like we were really romanced at all. But the story is engrossing while building up lingering plot threads from its predecessor and the way it tackles mental health issues was inspiring and done very well. If you were a fan of the original, I highly recommend it. For newcomers, I'd skip it.