Alien Syndrome is a run and gun action-adventure video game developed and published by Sega for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES). Released in 1988, players assume the roles of Rick and Mary, space soldiers with the task of rescuing captive humans from various alien-infested planets. The game combines elements of science fiction and horror, wherein each level represents an alien spaceship with different creatures. Players must defeat the alien boss in each level before a self-destruction sequence ensues. With added pressure of time and navigation through maze-like settings, it presents a thrilling alien combat experience.
