Aliens: Alien 2 is a 1987 side‑scrolling shooter for the MSX, developed and published in Japan by Square (Squaresoft). Based on James Cameron’s film, it was planned alongside other tie‑in titles of the era and remained a Japan‑only release.
Players control Ellen Ripley through fast, side‑scrolling stages on an alien‑infested world. Facehuggers erupt from eggs, and shooting eggs may reveal items such as grenades or upgraded weapons. Platforming elements include longer jumps via power‑ups while fighting off Xenomorph threats.
Contemporary coverage in the West was limited due to the Japan‑only release, but the game is remembered for its brisk, arcade‑style action on MSX.