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Aliens vs. Predator (2010 VG)
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Aliens vs. Predator is a 2010 science fiction, first person, action-horror shooter developed by Rebellion. The same developers who made 1994 release of Alien vs Predator for the Atari Jaguar, and the 1999 Windows release of Aliens vs. Predator. Sometimes referred to Aliens vs Predator 3 or AVP3, despite this, the game is a reboot title and thus holds no connection to either Aliens vs. Predator 1999 or Aliens vs. Predator 2. It does however, have mention (albeit very loosely) the events of the 2004 film. The game is also known for its visceral and gruesome finisher moves available to the Xenomorphs and Predators. It also introduced a melee and block mechanic for all playable species to utilize in game.
The following weapons appear in the video game Aliens vs. Predator (2010 VG):
Overview
The weapons featured in game differ from their original on screen counterparts, this was a deliberate design choice to show a semi significant time of passage from since the films took place. While some still overall resemble their original incarnations, others were outright replaced, or completely redesigned.
"Weyland-Yutani VP-78 Pistol"
The standard issue sidearm for the USCM, replacing the "M4A3" and VP-70 pistol, as seen seen in Aliens and also the Aliens: Colonial Marines Technical Manual. For all intents and purposes, it is effectively a Beretta 93R with a laser aiming module mounted to the frame, as well as a flashlight mounted to the side of it . Albeit the laser sight and the actual weapon light isn't actually usable, the Marine's armor mounted shoulder lamp is used instead. It is chambered in 9mm "squash head" rounds (possibly HESH/HEP which is plausible, considering there's mention of the USCM having extensive combat engagements with Xenomorphs. However, one may also think it could be referring to hollow point rounds as well, considering it has weak overall damage.). It holds 18 rounds in a magazine, capable of burst fire, like the VP-70 that preceded it, and like the 93R. It also has infinite ammo, unlike its previous iterations.
"M41A/2 Pulse Rifle"
An updated model of the M41A from the film, it still retains the iconic 99 round magazine and fires 10x24mm caseless "Light Explosive Armor Piercing" rounds, and the underbarrel 30mm pump-action grenade launcher. As opposed to its predecessor, it looks like it has an entirely metal receiver with a green finish. If one looks closely, there is a USCM insignia on the front of the receiver.
"ZX-76 Shotgun"
An oddball in the USCM's arsenal. A double barreled, magazine fed, pump action shotgun. Holds 8 rounds in a magazine. Great for crowd control against xenos, or if a Pred is brazen enough to charge a Marine head on. It seems to resemble a stockless variant of the Hawk Type 97-2
"M260B Flamethrower"
The successor to the M240 Incinerator Unit previously fielded by the USCM, while it bears no resemblance to the M240, it is virtually identical in terms of performance. Feeds from a fuel tank and holds 250 "units", it is fairly effective to use when dealing with Facehugger eggs, while it is effective against full grown warrior xenomorphs, one must take heed by not staying near once ablaze, as it makes them into a ticking timebomb.
"M42C Scoped Rifle"
Like the M260B, it also bears no resemblance to its predecessor. The M42 series was first seen in the aforementioned Aliens: Colonial Marines Technical Manual, the original M42 was chambered in a 10x28mm Caseless (same cartridge the M56 Smart Gun is chambered in). The M42C itself is chambered in an unknown cartridge, unlike its predecessor, it ejects brass like a standard firearm would. According to the established lore, the M42C is capable of "penetrating an APC from several miles away.", it is a very powerful and viable weapon, but it's only limited to a 6 round magazine. The scope itself can outline nearby enemies, even if they're hiding behind a wall, or if it's a cloaked Predator or combat android.
"M59/B Smart Gun"
This is the only incarnation of the weapons from the film that is relatively unchanged from its original source material, only difference it has is that it has a targeting system similar to the M42Cs, able to outline any targets within range, being able to lock on like in true Smart Gun fashion. Chambered in 10x28mm Caseless, like usual, but only carries 150 round in a drum, as opposed to 500 rounds as depicted in previously entries. It's only found in two sequences in the Marine campaign, as a result, ammo for it is understandably rare.
