The Aliens project is a Linux-based PDA shooting game with a slide at the bottom user interface. Enjoy an immersive gaming experience as you navigate through an alien-infested world.
One of the great things about "Aliens" is that, as an X-Window program, it can be run on Linux and Unix desktop computers as well, making it a highly versatile game to enjoy. Moreover, it should be an easy port to other Linux-based PDAs, such as the iPaq or the Zaurus (when running X-Window).
The game has two main gameplay modes, called "Swooping" and "Marching." The first mode is similar to "Galaxian," where aliens hang around at the top of the screen and occasionally swoop down to attack the player. In "Marching" mode, the aliens march back and forth across the screen in a group, like the classic "Space Invaders" game.
Those who are new to "Aliens" will find the built-in help feature quite useful, as it explains the gameplay, scoring, and controls. Additionally, there are buzzer-based sound effects that add to the game's engagement, making it even more fun to play.
It's worth noting that "Aliens" is an open-source product released under the GNU General Public License (GPL), so it's free to download, use, and distribute.
Lastly, recent updates to the game include gameplay tweaks to make it less easy, a new XPM icon created by Agenda Computing, updates to the installation guide, and the removal of options that were empty, such as the 180-flip and color invert. Overall, though, "Aliens" is a great game with a lot of potential for entertainment, no matter where you choose to play it.
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