Alien Universe Weapons: Human Arsenal Guide
Human firepower has rarely been enough to stop a Xenomorph outbreak, but the weapons of the Alien universe are a major part of franchise identity - from the claustrophobic corridors of Alien (1979) to the heavy arsenal of the United States Colonial Marine Corps. This category covers individual firearms, support weapons, and related gear from the films, comics, novels, and games, including how later entries such as Alien: Romulus updated classic designs for a new era. Many articles focus on Colonial Marine hardware, but the section also includes exoskeletons and powered loaders that blur the line between tool and weapon. For the vessels that carried these arsenals into hostile space, see the Alien Universe Ships category and the wider Alien Lore hub.
Power Loaders & Mech Suits: AvP Exoskeletons, Ranked
From the Caterpillar P-5000 Power Loader to combat exoskeletons like the MOX Berserker and Predator Killer, this guide covers powered mech suits across Alien vs. Predator movies, games, and comics, compared by battlefield role, firepower, and survivability.
By Janno Vares June 30, 2026 Alien Universe Vehicles | Alien Universe Weapons | Alien Universe Androids
M56 Smartgun Explained: Specs, Types & Operators
The M56 Smartgun is a heavy automatic support weapon used by the United States Colonial Marine Corps. This article provides an overview of the M56 Smartgun's design, technical characteristics, known variants, and its operators.
By Janno Vares January 12, 2026 Alien Universe Weapons | Colonial Marine Lore
Romulus F44AA Pulse Rifle Explained: History & Specs
Set halfway between Alien and Aliens, Alien Romulus introduces a prototype Pulse Rifle, the iconic weapon used by the Colonial Marines decades later. In this article, find out how this prototype fits with the history of the Colonial Marines and the M41A Pulse Rifle, as established by the Expanded Universe.
By Janno Vares April 24, 2024 Alien Universe Weapons | Alien Romulus Lore | Colonial Marine Lore
M41A Pulse Rifle: History And Variants
Used by the Colonial Marines across the universe, the M41A Pulse Rifle is probably the most iconic human weapon in the Alien series. We take a look at some of the Pulse Rifle variants that have been used in the movies, games and comic books.
By Janno Vares June 30, 2023 Alien Universe Weapons | Colonial Marine Lore
Colonial Marine Vehicles: APCs and Tanks Of The USCM
Besides their famous APC and Power Loader, the Colonial Marines don't employ many ground-based vehicles. The Colonial Marine Technical Manual has introduced tanks and self-propelled guns, while the comics and Kenner toys have also brought to light a few new vehicles.
By Janno Vares April 06, 2021 Alien Universe Vehicles | Alien Universe Weapons | Colonial Marine Lore
Colonial Marine Weapons: List Of USCM Arsenal
The USCM packs a big arsenal of weapons including nukes, knives, sharp sticks and phased plasma pulse rifles. Here is a list of best infantry weapons from Aliens and the Alien games, ranked by their firepower and usability against the Xenomorphs and Yautja opponents.
By Janno Vares February 25, 2019 Alien Universe Weapons | Colonial Marine Lore
