Scurge: Hive features its main character Jenosa Arma, a bounty hunter. 48 hours ago a distress signal was sent from a remote research lab studying a virulent organism identified as the "Scurge". Scientists have been studying its remarkable metamorphic and energy abilities. Jenosa Arma has been commissioned by a black-ops cell from the government to investigate and salvage any research technology from within the facility. She is armed with top-secret projectile gauntlets and a prototype battle suit. Scurge: Hive is an intense fast-paced action-packed game from start to finish.

The pace of the game never slows, partly because every room players enter are filled with enemies. There are many puzzles to solve, and areas to explore in the game, and players will have to do that while blasting away alien scum. The game doesn't give much time for a breather, especially since Jenosa constantly has to head to the next sick bay.

Along the way, Jenosa acquires upgrades to her gauntlet, allowing her to more effectively fight the Scurge. Different weapons are devastating against one type of opponent, but will also be ineffective against another. Players have to switch weapons regularly and be careful where they aim. This feature really sets the game off, keeping it from becoming a mindless shooter. Scurge really forces the player to think about everything, even something as simple as shooting an alien spider in the face. I have to admit, the game can get pretty tough, even on the easiest difficulty, but that was refreshing. Both the GBA and the DS could use a solid, tough, game, geared towards an older audience.