7. Classic Sci-Fi Horror
"In space, no one can hear you scream." That most famous of taglines owes a good deal to the cinematic experience of a xenomorph attack, and the monsters themselves are a good reason for the enduring success of the Aliens franchise, even beyond some very poor films. These creatures are one of the few definitions of horror: they feel at home in darkness, with their bodies making them very difficult to see unless you have a flashlight. In gaming, the xenomorphs have always been terrifying, they're lighting fast and agile, able to climb almost everywhere and their acid blood leads to your painful death when shooting up close. This adds incredible tension, and terror that only the xenomorphs can achieve. Feeling tense and scared is a crucial factor for Aliens: Colonial Marines that cannot be excluded from the development of the game, and judging from previews it looks like the game is on the right path. As much as I am looking forward to furthering the story of Aliens, I am arguably even more eager to experience that chilling sensation that the xenomorphs have always been good at.