Tindalos Interactive Aliens: Dark Descent Art Blast

Few franchises have captured the imagination and terrorized audiences quite like Alien: the otherworldly creatures, haunting atmospheres, and heart-pounding suspense of the Alien universe have left an indelible mark on popular culture. For us, a group of devoted developers and artists, the opportunity to create a video game in this universe was not only a dream come true, but a chance to pay homage to a beloved license that shaped our own childhoods.

It was a passion project born out of a deep-rooted connection with the source material. The team behind the game had an unwavering dedication to capturing the essence of what made Alien so iconic. With every concept and asset we aimed to recreate the palpable sense of dread, the claustrophobic environments, and the relentless pursuit of survival that defined the franchise.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the creative minds who worked tirelessly to craft visually stunning environments, Xenomorph creatures, and authentic characters. Throughout the development process, the team encountered challenges and triumphs, constantly pushing the boundaries of what was possible within the medium and constraints. Each obstacle became an opportunity to grow and refine our skills, ultimately enhancing the final product.

The development team extends heartfelt thanks to the producers and art directors at 20th Century Games for their invaluable guidance and support that helped steer the project in the right direction, ensuring authenticity and fidelity to the beloved source material.

As we delve deeper into the world of the Aliens: Dark Descent, we invite you to join us on this exploration of the artistry behind its creation.

Aliens: Dark Descent is available now on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series, Xbox One & PC.

Sergey Kritskiy, Art Director,
Tindalos Interactive

Art Direction

Sergey Kritskiy – Art Director, Concept Artist

Sergey Kritskiy – Art Director, Concept Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Sergey Kritskiy – Art Director, Concept Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Sergey Kritskiy – Art Director, Concept Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Sergey Kritskiy – Art Director, Concept Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent

Concept Artists

Raymond Sebastien – Character Concept Artist

Raymond Sebastien – Character Concept Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Raymond Sebastien – Character Concept Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Raymond Sebastien – Character Concept Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Raymond Sebastien – Character Concept Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent

Emilien Morisset – Environment Concept Artist

Emilien Morisset – Environment Concept Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Emilien Morisset – Environment Concept Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Emilien Morisset – Environment Concept Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Emilien Morisset – Environment Concept Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent

3D Artist

Baptiste Doux – Lead 3D Artist

Baptiste Doux – Lead 3D Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Baptiste Doux – Lead 3D Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Baptiste Doux – Lead 3D Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Baptiste Doux – Lead 3D Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent

Environment Artists

Yann Masson – Environment Artist

Yann Masson – Environment Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Yann Masson – Environment Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Yann Masson – Environment Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Yann Masson – Environment Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent

Axel Martin – Environment Artist

Axel Martin – Environment Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Axel Martin – Environment Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Axel Martin – Environment Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Axel Martin – Environment Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent

Jean-Philippe Putod – Environment Artist

Jean-Philippe Putod – Environment Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Jean-Philippe Putod – Environment Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Jean-Philippe Putod – Environment Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Jean-Philippe Putod – Environment Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent

Camille Rousset – Environment Artist

Camille Rousset – Environment Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Camille Rousset – Environment Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Camille Rousset – Environment Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Camille Rousset – Environment Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent

Ewen Blattes – Environment/Level Artist

Ewen Blattes – Environment/Level Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Ewen Blattes – Environment/Level Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Ewen Blattes – Environment/Level Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Ewen Blattes – Environment/Level Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Ewen Blattes – Environment/Level Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent

Valentine Bouic – Environment Artist

Valentine Bouic – Environment Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Valentine Bouic – Environment Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent

Valentine Bouic – Environment Artist – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent

Cinematic Artists

Arnaud Grimber – Cinematic Director

Arnaud Grimber – Cinematic Director – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Arnaud Grimber – Cinematic Director – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Arnaud Grimber – Cinematic Director – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Arnaud Grimber – Cinematic Director – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent

Sébastien Aubert – Cinematic Artist/Motion Designer

Sébastien Aubert – Cinematic Artist/Motion Designer – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Sébastien Aubert – Cinematic Artist/Motion Designer – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent

Benjamin Odonne – Cinematic Modeler

Benjamin Odonne – Cinematic Modeler – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Benjamin Odonne – Cinematic Modeler – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Benjamin Odonne – Cinematic Modeler – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Benjamin Odonne – Cinematic Modeler – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent

Laurianne Martini – Cinematic Artist/3D Animator


Laurianne Martini – Cinematic Artist/3D Animator – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent
Laurianne Martini – Cinematic Artist/3D Animator – Tindalos Interactive – Aliens: Dark Descent

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