Alien Grounds News

Hey everyone,

A new Hard difficulty mode is in development and planned for the next update!

This mode will offer a tougher experience from Wave 1, not just a shortcut to Wave 50 like the current Mission path.

[h3]Here's what to expect:[/h3]

• More enemies per wave
  
• Tougher enemies that are harder to kill
  
• Deadlier attacks
• No Revive on death - you’ll restart from the beginning of the current wave

If you're looking for a real challenge, this mode is for you.
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In the meantime, here’s a quick clip of me playing Wave 50 with an Xbox controller - with Aim Assist ON, it feels way more manageable.

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Thanks for all the support - more updates soon!

— Emagnetic

Hi everyone,

New update just dropped - driven by your feedback.

[h2]🎮 New: Aim Assist (Gamepad)[/h2]

• You can now toggle Aim Assist ON/OFF in Settings.
  
• It improves aiming feel during shooting, but does not auto-lock onto enemies.
  
• In testing, it helped boost accuracy - let me know how it works for you!
  

[h2]⚙️ Settings Menu Improvements[/h2]

• Fixed: Some Settings options were not accessible via gamepad. Thanks to kolacape for the helpful feedback!
• Improved layout for better clarity and navigation with gamepad.
  
• Quality options now show clearer guidance.
  
• Gamepad setting is now placed near the default focus button for quicker access.
  
• Changed Left Trigger aim from toggle to hold-to-aim (more standard).
  
• Updated default graphics settings for better performance out of the box.
  

[h2]🐞 Bug Fixes[/h2]

• Fixed: Left-handed mouse settings incorrectly affecting gamepad aiming.
  

Thanks for helping shape the game —
Emagnetic

Hi everyone,

Thanks again to everyone who's been playing Alien Grounds and sharing feedback! This update brings a handful of improvements based directly on what you've reported — including weapon balance, performance fixes, and collision issues.

🛠 Suggested by AndersonSmith:

• 🔫 Handgun adjusted — now takes 3 bullets for a body kill (headshots still 1) to better balance it against the main weapons.
  
• 💡 Base map lighting optimized to reduce FPS drops in certain areas.
  
• 🏗 Collision fixed on the tower in Dust map.
  
• 🌳 Collision fixed on trees in Base map.
  

🎮 Suggested by †нэ$†øиэd$pîdэя:

• 🕹 Xbox controller sensitivity slider added to the Settings menu.
  

More updates are on the way — if you notice anything strange or have ideas for balance, performance, or features, please don’t hesitate to post in the community hub or drop a comment.

Thanks for helping shape the game —
Emagnetic

Looking for a new free singleplayer sci-fi FPS packed with action?

Alien Grounds drops you into mysterious alien worlds where you’ll sprint, shoot, and survive against waves of evolving enemies. Explore open maps, dodge fireballs, and fight through the unknown.

[h2]Features:[/h2]

• Fast-paced solo FPS combat
  
• Richly designed alien environments and devastating alien weapons
• Escalating robotic enemy waves
• Score system with points for kills, headshots, knockbacks, and more
  
• Portal system to lock in your favorite battlefield
  
• Totally free 🆓 – no ads, no microtransactions
  

Download now and prove you can survive the onslaught — Alien Grounds is free on Steam!

Note: Many improvements and changes have been made since the Free Demo. Special thanks to CortiWins for feedback that helped fine-tune Sprint and Jump functionality.

—Emagnetic

The time has come.

After months of development, playtesting, and feedback from early players, Alien Grounds is launching as a full, free-to-play sci-fi FPS on April 9, 2025.

I'm a solo developer, and it’s been amazing to see the interest and support from players who tried the demo during Next Fest. Your support has meant a lot, and I’m excited (and nervous!) to finally release the full game.

This is a gritty, atmospheric sci-fi FPS, built with love and way too much coffee—featuring fast-paced combat, alien threats, and a fight for survival on hostile ground.
If you enjoyed the demo, there’s much more waiting in the full release.

🚀 Full game goes live April 9
🛑 The demo will be removed from the store on launch day
📌 Wishlist now to get notified when it drops!

Thanks again to everyone who’s been part of this early journey.
Can’t wait to hear what you think.

— Emagnetic