Free League Publishing continues to prove that in the ALIEN universe, the greatest horror is the lengths that humans will go to survive. Following the launch of the Evolved Edition (2nd Edition) in late 2025, the publisher has doubled down on the “Cinematic” format that made the original system a hit. The spearhead of this new era is Rapture Protocol, a boxed expansion that serves as the opening act of the Jeremiah Saga trilogy.
The Rapture Protocol Cinematic Adventure
While the Evolved Edition core book is built for long-term campaigns, Rapture Protocol targets the high-lethality, pressure-cooker experience of a two-to-three-session “one-shot.” The story follows the crew of a modest starfreighter, the USS Fidanza, on what should be a routine resupply run to the remote industrial colony of Jeremiah VI. Predictably, the routine vanishes the moment they arrive.
The expansion leans heavily into an “industrial gothic” aesthetic, pitting the players against both the Xenomorph threat and the Cult of the Immaculate Incubation, a radical group that views the creatures as divine transcendence. This isn’t just a monster hunt; it’s a social and psychological collapse occurring in a decaying colony. The $39.99 boxed set includes:
Scenario Book: A 48-page guide that transitions from a psychological thriller into frantic survival horror.
Double-Sided Maps: Large-format maps (864×558 mm) featuring the USS Fidanza freighter on one side and the sprawling Jeremiah VI colony on the other.
Player Aids: Five pre-generated characters with evolving “Personal Agendas,” plus NPC cards and high-quality cardboard tokens for those not using the premium miniatures.
The Rapture Protocol Miniatures Set
To support the Evolved Edition’s refined rules for tactical positioning and cover, Free League has released a dedicated Miniatures Set for $59.99. For years, ALIEN RPG relied primarily on theater of the mind or cardboard standees. This set moves the game into a more visceral, tactical space, providing 20 unpainted, high-detail 28mm hard plastic figures. The set is a significant step up in physical presence, featuring a mix of:
The Crew & Colonists: Five space truckers/roughnecks and five armed soldiers (perfect for corporate troubleshooters or colonial marines).
The Threats: Ten Xenomorphs in various poses, ranging from lurking scouts to aggressive drones.
Beyond just looking good on the table, the box includes a Skirmish Rules booklet. This allows the miniatures to be used for fast-paced, standalone tactical battles outside of a full roleplaying session. At 28mm, these figures are perfectly scaled for the grids found in Rapture Protocol and the Evolved Starter Set. While they are sold separately from the adventure, the combination turns a tabletop game into a cinematic diorama, making it painfully clear exactly how cornered your character is when a Xenomorph appears in an adjacent vent.
Quick Stats for GMs
Adventure Length: 2–3 Sessions (approx. 10–12 hours)
Player Count: 3–5 Players + 1 Game Mother
Miniature Material: High-detail, hard plastic (unpainted)
Release Date: Late 2025
Price: $39.99 (Adventure Set) / $59.99 (Miniatures Set)
Compatibility: Requires ALIEN RPG Evolved Edition Core Rules or Starter Set
