Alien Front Online vs Shock Wave

Alien Front Online is a Dreamcast‑originated arena shooter released in 2001. Players choose to fight for the human defenders or the alien invaders, piloting one of three distinct armored vehicles in large, interactive battlefields. The game supports solo play but shines in its online mode, allowing up to eight players (four per side) to compete in timed matches, collect power‑ups, and respawn instantly after death, with scores determining the winning team.

Set in 2019, Earth faces a sudden alien onslaught that wipes out its military. As the newest pilot of the orbital carrier Omaha’s F-177 squadron, you must defend humanity from towering walkers and swift alien aircraft. Across ten missions spanning locations like Cairo, Los Angeles, and the Congo, you’ll manage fuel and ammo, refuel at supply depots, and use lasers and missiles to crush the enemy. Live‑action cutscenes weave a gritty story between battles.

• Highly replayable online matches
• Distinct vehicle roles encourage strategic play
• Fast respawn keeps gameplay fluid
• Varied arena layouts add tactical depth

• Fast‑paced arcade action
• Varied mission locales
• Resource management adds depth
• Cinematic live‑action storytelling

• Limited to Dreamcast hardware originally, modern ports scarce
• Online community is small, affecting matchmaking
• No single‑player campaign beyond basic mode

• Graphics dated by modern standards
• Limited multiplayer options
• Fixed weapon loadout per mission