Alien: Romulus will be the latest installment in the beloved Alien franchise, and its confirmation of one classic weapon appearing in the newest installment already bodes well for its future. Alien: Romulus will be a standalone entry in the Alien franchise, and it will take place between the events of Alien and Aliens. Alien: Romulus‘ timeline will center around brand-new characters encountering Xenomorphs for the first time, which will offer new perspectives on the iconic franchise. With a new director, cast, and a unique time period, Alien: Romulus has the potential to be better than the Alien Covenant movies.
Although Alien: Romulus faces many challenges that could prevent it from being as successful as Alien and Aliens, many of the decisions being made for Alien: Romulus could work successfully for the new installment. The focus on setting Alien: Romulus‘ action between Alien and Aliens is a major step that could help it avoid the previous Alien sequels’ mistakes, and focusing on new characters is another clever idea. While the familiar locations and the return of the iconic Xenomorphs are all exciting, there’s one weapon that will also make a return in Alien: Romulus.
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Alien: Romulus Is Including The Pulse Rifles From Aliens & Alien 3
The Pulse Rifle is the most effective weapon when it comes to combating Xenomorphs.
As seen in Alien: Romulus‘ trailer, the iconic Pulse Rifle from Aliens and Alien 3 is set to make a return in the upcoming sci-fi horror movie. The inclusion of the Pulse Rifle bodes well for Alien: Romulus because it is the most effective weapon that the space marines can use to combat the perpetually cunning and deft Xenomorphs. Additionally, it makes sense for the rifles to be featured in Alien: Romulus because of its setting between Aliens and Alien 3. While the rifle reappearing is great, it is important that the finer details remain consistent with the Alien timeline.
Name | Pulse Rifle |
Manufacturer | Armat Battlefield Systems |
Model | M41A1 |
Type | Assault Rifle |
Size | Length
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Feed System | 99-round detachable box magazine |
Fire Mode(s) |
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Ammunition | 10x24mm Caseless |
Operation | Rotating breech, electronic pulse action |
Rate of Fire | 900 rounds/min |
Range |
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Era | Late 22nd Century |
The Pulse Rifles are manufactured by Armat Battlefield Systems and are modeled after the M41A1 assault rifles that are primarily used by the United States Marine Corps, Navy SEALs, and Army Rangers. In addition to their reliance on realism, they make for the most suitable weapon to combat Xenomorphs with, as their multiple rates of fire and lengthy magazine size ensure that their users have multiple ways to defend themselves. The Pulse Rifle’s return in Alien: Romulus demonstrates that filmmaker Fede Álvarez is aiming for authenticity while also respecting the original series.
Why The Pulse Rifles Returning For Alien: Romulus Is So Exciting
The Pulse Rifle’s inclusion demonstrates a respect for the original franchise.
The Pulse Rifle returning in Alien: Romulus proves that Álvarez, while committed to his own vision, is also focused on ensuring the necessary amount of homage is being given to Ridley Scott and James Cameron’s movies. Although reboots, remakes, prequels, etc. dominate the current filmmaking landscape, audiences are more partial to them when it’s obvious respect is being given to the source material. Furthermore, the Pulse Rifle returning in Alien: Romulus is great because it will be the necessary upgrade from the flamethrower prominently used in Alien, which should give the new characters more of a fighting chance.
