For decades, science fiction fans have built models of their favorite TV and movie spaceships. Plastic model kits of classics like the U.S.S. Enterprise, Millennium Falcon, and Battlestar Galactica, have been around for years, and are regularly reissued for new generations of hobbyists.

However, it sometimes takes skill and experience to assemble model kits with a professional result. Here are a few guidelines for building the best-looking fictional alien model kits.

Most alien model kits are a box of parts attached on molded racks, which need to be detached and then glued together with plastic cement. When assembling your kit, keep the following in mind:

• Trim all pieces. Though they usually snap off from their molding cleanly, there can be a small, uneven edge left over. Use a hobby knife to trim each piece smooth.
• Pre-fit as much as possible. Before gluing the pieces, make sure you understand how they fit together, and that they do so snugly. A dry run before gluing will ensure a better result, and help prevent mistakes.
• Follow directions. It may seem obvious, but review the instructions carefully. With sci-fi alien models, it is more difficult to know how the result is supposed to look.
• Pre-paint, if necessary. There may be clear plastic pieces that must be painted on the inside, before the model is glued together. Alternatively, you may find it easier to paint hard-to-reach pieces in advance. Make sure in either case not to paint any edges that will be glued later – they will not stick.
• Use contour putty. Sometimes, there will be noticeable seams or gaps in an assembled model. Dab in some putty, available at hobby shops, to fill unwanted holes. Sand it smooth once the putty has dried.
Though alien model kits are often molded in plastic the same color as the ships they represent, they still need to be painted, and have other details added.
• Use a spray paint for the base coat. A small spray can of paint will give your model an even, professional color, especially if your model is large. Remember to mask any spots that may have been pre-painted a different color.
• Do not use shades that clash. Many spaceship models call for a light gray base, with details in medium and dark gray. Be sure that the shades of gray are subtle – otherwise, the surface of your ship will look too busy and over-detailed.

Children and toy collectors all over the world like alien toys. The product has caught the fantasy and imagination of generations, since the toys were made in the lines alien sightings and evidences, which is how the entire concept developed.

The Alien toys comes in a blind box, but you should be able to pick the ones you want without trouble; most online or toy stores sell them after opening the seal on the box, but some keep it intact. Make sure you check for the company hologram, before you buy, as there are many counterfeits doing the rounds in the market.

Every person has a personal opinion when it comes to choosing the favorite alien character. Aliens have a structure that is rough, ghastly, and as gory as one can imagine. The color palette used for the creatures in the alien toys series is quite impressive. They are matte black with silver highlights. All this is done with infinite care and precision and has the required visual effect.

The articulation of the figures in the alien series is quite impressive. The figures are fitted with small ‘pop’ in ball and socket joints. The joints, especially the hips, is little disproportionate, which makes these toys less spectacular than expected.

The alien toys series is not something that all kids are very interested in or rather they have the tendency to lose interest after a while. However, for those sentimental about the alien toys and for the people who like collecting toys, alien toys have much to offer. It is all too evident in the fact that there are not too many pieces available when you want to buy the alien toys. That plain fact goes to prove the still prevalent popularity of the series.

Alien toys are not only for kids. Adults need the relaxation and the memories beloved toys can bring back to their memories. Children, adults and pets use alien toys to play. The difference an alien toy has from a game is that toy play does not have clearly defined goals; that is if you do not play with my brother.
Today, huge toy chains, like "Toy-R-Us," carry a vast assortment of different alien toys for any age and background, covering the needs of children and parents. While parents spend a small fortune on acquiring the latest model of their son's favorite alien toy, the young boy will continue to play with the old one and although he will at the beginning be extremely happy with his new possession.

Just found this walkthrough of the old ZX Spectrum game called Alien 8. I didn't see it through though, the video is quite loooong. MAN it Sucks!

But the name of it pretty much qualifies it for a spot on this alien website..