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Alien: Romulus Xenomorph analysis and comparison

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Dark Nebula

StaffNeomorphApr-13-2024 12:42 PM

A few days ago, a better look at the Romulus Xenomorph from the poster was discovered via IMDb ads, thanks to CulkyKyle on X.

Comparison with the 1979 Big Chap

The Romulus Xenomorph has lots of similarities to the 1979 Big Chap. Notably, it has a smooth domed carapace with a skull visible underneath, #teamskull.

Much like the Big Chap, the Romulus Xenomorph also appears to have a spinal back horn, and a thin tube connecting to its jaw.

The shoulder tubes on a Romulus Xenomorph are quite different from those on Big Chap. They look closer to the shoulder tubes of a Runner from Alien 3, at least to me.

*July 13, 2024 Edit: The Romulus xenomorph does have digitigrade legs. Smaller tubes on its back, a barrel chest, loose fingers not conjoined, and an awesome-looking tail.

"We all have our time machines, don't we. Those that take us back are memories...And those that carry us forward, are dreams."
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Jonesy

MemberFacehuggerAug-05-2024 10:48 AM

there are tons of TV spots with different languages and each one showing a few brand new footage. I kind of think they are revealing too much but at the same time I am excited. All these scenes look amazing and very Alien Isolation like. 

Dark Nebula

StaffNeomorphAug-06-2024 1:33 PM

 

The new teaser shows some new footage.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3M6IyxOxieM

We get a look at the practical chest-burster, and as suspected, there's more than 1 Xenomorph.

"We all have our time machines, don't we. Those that take us back are memories...And those that carry us forward, are dreams."

Dark Nebula

StaffNeomorphAug-06-2024 2:04 PM

 

Introducing Rain, they're not holding back with new footage.

https://youtu.be/zFiE3U2kT4Y

And what the hell is this, a new egg?

"We all have our time machines, don't we. Those that take us back are memories...And those that carry us forward, are dreams."

Chris

AdminEngineerAug-08-2024 8:37 AM

Some sweet new shots from the BTS video:

And this....

So excited for this film!

Hyped for: Alien: Romulus | Badlands (Predator 6) | Cloverfield 4

Neomorph

MemberChestbursterAug-08-2024 12:01 PM

CGI in all glory but practical effect xenos are still superior imo. There's something even more creepy with their slower, stiffer movements and robotic animatronics as opposed to lightning quick, tension-killing xenos and neos where you almost can't tell what's going on. 

Dark Nebula

StaffNeomorphAug-09-2024 11:56 PM

 

Alien: Romulus's early reactions are positive.

Folks say the third act is crazy, like you think it's all over but then boom, stress goes through the roof. I'm beyond excited.

"We all have our time machines, don't we. Those that take us back are memories...And those that carry us forward, are dreams."

Dark Nebula

StaffNeomorphAug-10-2024 6:50 AM

 

CGI when given enough time can look spectacular (Planet of the Apes 2011-2024 films), but a lot of times it looks mid to bad because VFX/CGI artists aren't given enough time and room to breathe in. The same thing goes for practical effects, when done right it looks spectacular. If not, it can look goofy, at least in my own opinion.

 

"We all have our time machines, don't we. Those that take us back are memories...And those that carry us forward, are dreams."

Neomorph

MemberChestbursterAug-10-2024 3:13 PM

Definitely. Both have their pros and cons affected by time, budget and/or talent for the craft but if I had to pick between only CGI or practical xenos I'd prefer the latter given how effective it works in the alien franchise. I do however prefer polished and convincing CGI spaceship scenes and 3D backdrops compared to models and matte paintings despite the nostalgic charm. From all the the bits and pieces I've gathered so far about Romulus, it seems to be right up my alley. 4 days left! If the release date is August 16th for you I'll let you know how the experience was in a spoiler-free first impression post! 

Dark Nebula

StaffNeomorphAug-12-2024 1:26 PM

 

Xenomorph animatronic created by LegacyEffects

https://x.com/fedalvar/status/1823088615368646792

"We all have our time machines, don't we. Those that take us back are memories...And those that carry us forward, are dreams."

Xenotaris

MemberPraetorianAug-21-2024 1:30 AM

I was pleasantly surprised that these weren't these xenomorphs are not the original xenomorphs from LV-426

SPOILER


These are man's first attempt at cloning a xenomorph

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