Alien Swarm
A downloadable game for Windows, macOS, and Linux
# Alien Swarm
A fun arcade shooter! Blast aliens, grab power-ups, and fight epic bosses!
## Installation
1. Save `AlienSwarm.exe` to a folder (e.g., `C:\Games\AlienSwarm`).
2. Make a desktop shortcut:
- Right-click `AlienSwarm.exe`, choose "Create shortcut," drag to Desktop.
3. Double-click to play!
## Support the Game
Love it? Support development at [ko-fi.com/Darkmatter1980](https://ko-fi.com/Darkmatter1980)!
## System Requirements
- Windows: Windows 10/11
## Controls
- Keyboard: Arrows (move), Space (shoot), P (pause), F (fullscreen), ESC (menu)
- Controller: Left stick/D-pad (move), A (shoot), Start (pause), B (menu)
## Troubleshooting
- Issues: Check `game.log` in the game folder.
## Report Bugs
- Email: alienswarmdev@gmail.com
- Include `game.log`.
## Copyright
Alien Swarm and its assets (images, sounds) are copyrighted by Thomas. No unauthorized copying.
## Credits
Made by Thomas. Thanks for playing!
| Status | Released |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Author | Darkmatter1980 |
| Genre | Shooter, Action, Survival |
| Tags | Aliens, Difficult, Retro, Singleplayer |
| Average session | About a half-hour |
| Languages | English |
| Inputs | Keyboard, Xbox controller |
| AI Disclosure | AI Assisted, Graphics |
Download
Click download now to get access to the following files:
Development log
- Alien Swarm Now Playable on Mac and Linux!Jul 08, 2025
- Alien Swarm Dev Log #1 - Launch Day!Jul 06, 2025







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