
- BGG rating
- 8.2
Alien vs Predator: UD-4L Cheyenne Dropship
- 1–3 players
- 60–120 min
- 2016

2017
Rules assistance for Alien vs Predator: The Hunt Begins (Second Edition)
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Alien vs Predator: The Hunt Begins (Second Edition) is a board game released in 2017 for 1–3 players, 60–120 minutes per game, and ages 12 and up. It was designed by Jarek Ewertowski and Grzegorz Oleksy and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Player Elimination.
Description from the publisher: Alien vs Predator: The Hunt Begins is a dynamic, tactical board game for one or more players that allows you to take control of one of three Forces: Alien Xenomorphs, Predator or Human Colonial Marines and face off against each other on a derelict spacecraft called the USCSS Theseus. From Alien Xenomorphs skulking in the shadows, waiting for the moment of weakness to pounce on and capture new hosts for the brood, to the well-trained Colonial Marines who are geared up with state-of-the-art equipment and finally to a mysterious race of brutal extra-terrestrial Hunters that the humans call Predators, each Force offers a unique set of skills to provide their own diversity to the gameplay. There’s no shortage of terror and excitement in Alien vs Predator! Alien vs Predator offers many challenging game types, which can be played by one or more players and a main campaign consisting of 10 Missions joined together into a narrative story depicting dramatic events taking place on board the USCSS Theseus, this game provides hours of suspense and action! Alien vs Predator can also offer two sets of rules (Basic and Advanced) which offer beginners a chance to jump into the action easily but allows for depth and growth for experienced gamers alike! The game is a "sandbox" game so fully moddable and with future addons will open the game world up even further ! Second Edition features: REDESIGNED MINIATURES All models have received fresh design and looks. Characters are more dynamic now and we are introducing built-in terrain bases as well. IMPROVED RULESET Second Edition of AVP contains all the patches and erratas we have collected over last year of testing and collecting feedback. THE LAST STAND MODE You can play with your fiends in cooperative way using The Last Stand Mode from First Edition. Aim of the game is simple - destroy Spawning Points of Xenomorphs, while Horde of Aliens is trying to do what they do best. Horde is controlled by The Game, while your brave Marines Squad or Predator Pack are controlled by players PACKAGING AVP Second Edition is now in different box, in a square shape, instead of rectangular one. It will fit stacks of your favorite board games perfectly and it's much easier to handle now. MINIATURES ARE UNICAST NOW Biggest improvement has been done with models - you can place them on board straight from the box! No assembling required, no gluing, no cutters - just open a game and play! PROTECTIVE FOAM INSERT FOR MODELS After you finish playing, you can assembly the game and put models back into the box without any risk of damaging them. All this thanks to protective foam we have used for miniatures. REVAMPED ARTWORK We have spent a lot of time improving our assets, which results in new design of tiles, we are using for a game.
Alien vs Predator: The Hunt Begins (Second Edition) supports 1–3 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Alien vs Predator: The Hunt Begins (Second Edition) is 60–120 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Alien vs Predator: The Hunt Begins (Second Edition) for ages 12 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Alien vs Predator: The Hunt Begins (Second Edition) has a complexity rating of 3.6 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-weight game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Alien vs Predator: The Hunt Begins (Second Edition) belongs to these categories: Wargame, Movies / TV / Radio theme, and Miniatures. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Player Elimination. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Alien vs Predator: The Hunt Begins (Second Edition) are: Jarek Ewertowski and Grzegorz Oleksy. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Alien vs Predator: The Hunt Begins (Second Edition) as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.