Last updated on January 22nd, 2026 at 11:12 am
Heart of the Alien is a cinematic platform game developed by Interplay Entertainment and Virgin Interactive.
Heart of the Alien, released in 1994 by Virgin Interactive for Sega CD, serves as the direct sequel to Another World, shifting control to Buddy, the alien ally from the original. Players navigate cinematic platforming with puzzle challenges, picking up the story seamlessly right after the predecessor’s cliffhanger ending.
Graphics deliver a thematic match with atmospheric visuals, enhanced by CD-quality music from Freitas that boosts immersion. Sound design earned praise for elevating the moody sci-fi vibe.
Reception proved mixed: fans appreciated the narrative extension and engaging puzzles, but many criticized frustrating gameplay as a step down from Another World. Now open-source via fan reverse-engineering on SourceForge, it’s playable on modern systems, including a new Amiga port—ideal for retro enthusiasts seeking closure, though not matching the original’s polish.
LINKS:
- ANOTHER WORLD – Site officiel
- http://www.hardcoregaming101.net/anotherworld/anotherworld2.htm
- Heart of the Alien Redux on Sourceforge.net
