What changed in Alien Swarm in 2010

8 updates · 3 main milestones · Aug 23, 2010 to Aug 23, 2010

  1. 8 events
    Onslaught Mode with AI Directornew contentMilestone

    Introduces an AI Director that dynamically generates swarms of aliens based on squad's stress level.

    Steam
    Three New IAF Promotion Ranks Addednew content

    New ranks include Platinum Star, Osmium Star, and Iridium Medallion for dedicated players.

    Steam
    New Brutal Difficulty Level Addedgameplay

    A new 'Brutal' difficulty level has been added for players seeking greater challenges.

    Steam
    New Brutal Difficulty LevelgameplayMilestone

    Added a 'Brutal' difficulty level for players seeking more challenge beyond 'Insane'.

    Steam
    Hardcore Friendly Fire Toggle Introducedgameplay

    Enabling Hardcore Friendly Fire causes full damage, faster fire from flamethrowers, and turrets to harm players.

    Steam
    Hardcore Friendly Fire Togglegameplay

    Enables full damage from friendly fire, faster fire from flamethrowers, and turret damage to teammates.

    Steam
    New IAF Promotion Ranksnew content

    Added three new ranks: Platinum Star, Osmium Star, and Iridium Medallion.

    Steam
    Introduction of Onslaught Mode with AI DirectorgameplayMilestone

    Onslaught mode introduces an AI Director that dynamically generates swarms of aliens based on squad stress levels.

    Steam