Prepare for a spine-tingling twist in the horror game “Alien: Isolation,” thanks to a playful yet surprisingly terrifying mod by MattFiler. While players are typically accustomed to facing off against the Xenomorph, this mod introduces a childhood icon as the new threat: Thomas the Tank Engine.
In this alternate version of the game, instead of being pursued by the iconic Xenomorph, players will find themselves relentlessly hunted by the beloved blue train, Thomas the Tank Engine. While the concept might initially come across as comical, the isolation of deep space and the looming presence of a sentient train turn the experience into something genuinely spine-chilling.
Much like the Xenomorph, Thomas the Tank Engine stealthily navigates the game’s vents and corridors, relentlessly searching for the player. This twist on the gameplay creates an unexpected and eerie atmosphere, especially when players suddenly encounter Thomas’ imposing visage with its lifeless eyes.
While this mod may seem unconventional, it’s not the first time Thomas the Tank Engine has made a humorous appearance in various games. Skyrim, Elden Ring, and Resident Evil 2 have all witnessed the playful intrusion of this iconic character.
As described by MattFiler in the mod’s description, the inclusion of Thomas the Tank Engine in “Alien: Isolation” was inevitable, and it’s somewhat surprising that it took this long for the whimsical train to find its way onto the USCSS Nostromo.
The appearance of Thomas the Tank Engine in “Alien: Isolation” sparks curiosity about where this playful character might pop up next and whether it will continue to instill the same unexpected sense of terror as it lurks in the shadows of the game’s harrowing atmosphere.
