Combat Fearsome Alien Enemies in Area 51 for Xbox
Many of the older arcade games are used as inspiration for console games played at home. And while only a few may be used with a light gun attachment for that realistic combat experience, many console video game shooters modeled after the arcades feature tight controls and engrossing game mechanics that using a regular controller is just as intuitive.€
What Is Area 51?
- Story:€Area€51 follows the story of Ethan Cole, a HAZMAT operative who is sent to the Area 51 base to help clean up a mutagenic virus. All hell breaks loose when hordes of mutants emerge from the depths of the area and you have to fight it out with your teammates to survive. As the game progresses, Area 51 throws more intelligent enemies at you to makes the game even more challenging.
- Development:€Developed by Midway Studios Austin and published by Midway Games, Inc. Are 51 for the Microsoft Xbox is based on the popular arcade shooters that had you wielding light guns that would have realistic force feedback when fired. The console version has a more fleshed-out storyline, more weapons, and online gameplay features.
What Is the Scanner?
- Usage:€The scanner is an essential tool in Area 51 for the Microsfot Xbox. It is both a method for storytelling as well as an informational tool. When a scannable object is within your vicinity, the scanner in the HUD will show blue when you are far and red when you are very close. You can view the scanned items in-game to get more insight on the operations in Area 51 as well as unlocking videos made by Mr. White and Dr. Cray.
- Function:€You can use the scanner for a number of things. It can analyze various objects within Area 51 to learn more about the circumstances surrounding the outbreak. Do note that when activating the scanner, you cannot use a weapon to defend yourself so be wary when enemies are around. You can cancel a scan and switch to a weapon when the worst happens, though.€
What Weapons Do I Get to Use in Area 51?
- Human:€Among the many human weapons you can use when you play Area 51 for Xbox is the M11 "Scorpion" pistol, which does above average damage but with high accuracy and damage versus flesh. The XM-32 "Viper" assault rifle has average accuracy, high rate of fire, and a 1.5x zoom scope to augment the average accuracy.€
- Alien:€The BBG-11 Meson Autorifle is a potent energy rifle that allows the player to fire large, medium-speed energy balls in bursts of three. The XM-197 JB grenade is an alien explosive that initially produces a small explosion that creates a blue energy vortex that creates a much larger explosion after a certain delay.
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