The Raven Project

About

The Raven Project is a 1995 sci-fi shooter that mixes space combat mechs and ground battles. Play as a rebel pilot fighting aliens in missions that switch between flying dogfights planetary warfare and armored vehicle brawls. The controls feel tight for the era and the variety of combat settings keeps the pace shifting between fast and tactical. The game stands out for its live action cutscenes that bookend missions and a narrative about humanity’s last stand against alien overlords. While the 90s-era DOS visuals are basic the blend of action and story earned it a cult following. Some community threads praise its replayability due to branching mission paths a rarity at the time.

Storyline

In the distant future, humanity has been enslaved by an alien people and is on the verge of extinction. The player embodies a pilot who joins the human rebellion, hoping to finally push back the invader.