Aliens Fireteam Elite 2 Dev: 'Launch Is Just the Beginning' as Steam Numbers Climb

Remember that feeling when you boot up a new game and it just... crashes? Or the matchmaking throws you into a lobby with a random player who has no idea what they're doing? Aliens Fireteam Elite 2 had a bit of that at launch this week, but the team at Cold Iron Studios isn't backing down. In fact, they're doubling down on their commitment to the game, and the numbers are starting to show it.

If you've been following the game's Steam page, you might have seen the 'mostly negative' reviews initially. That's a tough look for any game, but especially for a sequel to a beloved co-op shooter. However, as of now, the reviews have clawed their way up to 'mixed,' which feels more in line with what the game actually offers. It's not perfect, but it's far from broken—and the devs are listening.

On Thursday, Cold Iron Studios sent out a memo to the community, acknowledging the technical hiccups and outlining their plans to fix them. The message was clear: "Launch is just the beginning." They're not just patching things up and moving on; they're in it for the long haul, which is exactly what you want to hear from a studio that's taking your $70.

And here's the kicker: despite the rough start, the game has been climbing the Steam charts. It's nearing an 8K peak in concurrent players, which is no small feat for a co-op shooter that's not a battle royale. That's a lot of marines suiting up to take on the Xenomorphs, even with the occasional server hiccup.

What does this mean for you? Well, if you were on the fence about picking up Aliens Fireteam Elite 2, the fact that the devs are actively working on improvements and the player base is growing is a good sign. The core gameplay loop—squad-based tactical shooting with the iconic Alien franchise—is solid, and once the technical issues are ironed out, this could be a gem.

So, will you be giving it a shot, or are you waiting for the first big patch? Let us know in the comments below!