description XCOM: Enemy Unknown Overview
XCOM: Enemy Unknown is a turn-based tactics game where players control XCOM, a multinational paramilitary organization, during an invasion of Earth in 2015. Gameplay involves tactical missions against aliens, alongside strategic elements such as research, base management, and resource allocation. The game reimagines the 1994 strategy title UFO: Enemy Unknown.
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info XCOM: Enemy Unknown Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 2012 |
help XCOM: Enemy Unknown FAQ
Which developer was responsible for rebooting the XCOM franchise with Enemy Unknown?
The game was developed by Firaxis Games, the studio famous for the Civilization series. It was released in 2012 under the publishing label of 2K Games.
What is the name of the elite strike force you command in the game?
The player controls soldiers serving under the Extraterrestrial Combat Unit, commonly referred to as XCOM. This multinational paramilitary organization operates out of a secret underground base.
Which alien species are known for their ability to mind-control your soldiers in XCOM?
The Sectoids, a classic returning enemy from the original 1994 game, possess limited psychic abilities early on. Later in the game, the terrifying Ethereals utilize much stronger mind-control powers against your troops.
What happens if you fail to deploy satellites over a specific country in XCOM?
Failing to manage the panic level of a nation will eventually cause that country to withdraw from the XCOM project. If too many nations withdraw, the council will permanently cancel your funding.
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