I'd like to see more users take this poll to get a clearer picture of what the fans want.
https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=58632.0As far as what the more casual fans want, I think that's obvious. They want Blomkamp's idea - nostalgia, Ripley, Newt, Hicks, marines, action, popcorn, happy feelings in their tummies.
I really think bringing Ripley and the marines back is the most safe and crowd-pleasing thing they could do at this point. I don't want that, but I really picture Disney pushing for it.