UFO: Aftermath

About

UFO: Aftermath is a turn-based strategy game where you lead a team of survivors against alien invaders in a world ravaged by biological warfare. Played in isometric 3D, you manage a hidden base to research tech, train soldiers, and prepare for missions. Each operation drops your squad into deadly environments to fight mutated creatures and alien forces, balancing weapon upgrades, medkits, and positioning. The post-apocalyptic setting adds urgency, the sun is nearly blocked by alien spores, and humanity’s last hope hinges on your decisions. The game’s tight tactical combat and base-building loop earned it a cult following, with many praising its difficulty and atmospheric missions. While the 2003 release date shows in some dated visuals, the core mechanics hold up for fans of methodical strategy. Its focus on horror elements, like grotesque mutations and limited resources, sets it apart from similar titles. Community reviews highlight the challenge, though newer players may find the learning curve steep without prior experience in the genre.

Storyline

In the year 2004, Earth is suddenly overcome by "spores" launching from an alien mothership. Slowly blocking earth from the sun, in only a week it rains down biological death on the earth... killing most of humanity and larger life forms. Since then, the few survivors of mankind have sought out each other, and by 2005, enough humanity has joined together to make a stand. Calling themselves the Council of Earth, and working secretly in hidden bases, they must research, recruit and train to the ultimate goal of shooting down UFOs, engaging aliens in combat and reclaiming the Earth from their oppressors and the mutated biology.