Specialist Class in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 — Overview

What is the Specialist?

The Specialist is the sixth playable class in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, alongside the five base classes (Marauder, Duelist, Machinist, Hunter and Medic). The official site describes it as a customizable endgame class — built to be shaped around your playstyle rather than locked into a fixed kit.

How does Specialist customization work?

Exact Specialist mechanics — how abilities, perks and loadout slots are mixed and matched — are being verified in-game. Based on the official description, the Specialist is designed as the flexible endgame option that can fill gaps in a squad’s composition, which pairs naturally with the build system (abilities, perks, Weapon Traits, Augments and elemental damage). See the builds hub for how those pieces fit together.

How do you unlock the Specialist?

Where does the Specialist fit in the meta?

Because the Specialist is endgame-focused, most launch-day squads will meet it later in progression. Early community discussion treats it as the long-term main for players who want to fine-tune a build rather than swap classes. Specific build recommendations will be published on the builds hub only after in-game verification.

Where do I go next?

• How to Unlock Specialist — confirmed facts only
• Best Class — picks by use case
• Builds hub — abilities, perks, Traits, Augments