Xenomorph Dossier
DRONE
Mobile Ambusher
Threat Level: High
The Drone hits hard, moves fast, and exploits vent networks
Fireteam Tactics: Pinning one down requires committed firepower and squad focus — anything less, and it's already gone.
FACEHUGGER
Floor crawler
Threat Level: Low
The Facehugger will attempt to latch on to its victim's face. They will pounce on you!
Fireteam Tactics: Look to the floors for their light colored flesh. They crawl fast and are usually near eggs in the vicinity. Where there's one, there may be more! Burn them with a flamethrower or carefully shoot them off of your teammates.
WARDEN
Frontline Brawler & Zone Controller
Threat Level: High
Stockier than a Praetorian, the Warden surprises targets with sudden bursts of speed. It excels at breaking up player formations and locking down territory with ranged acid attacks. Easily knocks players off their feet in melee.
Fireteam Tactics: Split up and take on this brawler from multiple angles. Keep clear of its melee attacks as they will knock you down.
EXPLODER
Volatile Runner
Threat Level: Medium
The Exploder detonates when close to players, forcing dodges, repositioning, or panicked retreats.
Fireteam Tactics: Time your shots and you can disperse the horde by having the Exploder explode near their own allies.
CRUSHER
Armored Runner
Threat Level: High
The Crusher uses its carapace to bash and immobilize players, and its frontal armor makes head-on engagements a losing proposition.
Fireteam Tactics: Coordinate your attacks via flanking with your fireteam. This will give you the upper hand in a fight against the Crusher.
SIREN
Support / Caller
Threat Level: Low
The Siren is not a meaningful threat on its own — its danger lies in the waves of additional enemies it summons into the fight.
Fireteam Tactics: Take down the Siren before it calls for reinforcements. Avoid its melee kicks as it's the only Xenomorph that uses kick attacks.
PRAETORIAN
Grappler
Threat Level: HIGH
The Praetorian is one of the tallest standing Xenos you will encounter. It runs fast and hits very hard.
Fireteam Tactics: Take cover and keep away from its melee range as it will grapple you and munch on your head for a tasty treat!
HARBRINGER
Leaper
Threat Level: Medium
The Harbringer runs with the horde and will leap on you knocking you to the ground! They sometimes travel with other Harbringers but don't let that fool you if you encounter one solo.
Fireteam Tactics: These are fast runners and will leap within range. Keep your distance and take them out with long range weaponry.
STRIKER
Heavy Brute
Threat Level: High
The Striker commits to relentless pursuit, closing on players to knock them around and crush them with sweeping arm attacks.
Fireteam Tactics: Bring your heavy weapons to the fight. Rockets, grenades, heavy machine guns, you name it. These brutes are tough and need extra firepower to take them down.
