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enWed, 01 Jan 2025 05:01:00 +0000The best PlayStation Plus games on PS4 and PS5 in 2025https://www.vg247.com/best-playstation-plus-gamesConnor MakarThu, 12 Jan 2023 12:13:23 +0000https://www.vg247.com/best-playstation-plus-gamesXbox 360Versus EvilGearboxFirst personFightingPS5Motion TwinPS3Abstraction GamesJRPGCrawfish GamesRobosoft TechnologiesDC EntertainmentIndieSony Santa MonicaRedLynxWarner Bros. GamesCelesteRockstar San DiegoUncharted 4: A Thief's EndShadow of the ColossusGearbox SoftwareManagementAssassin's Creed UnityDevil May Cry 5ShooterKids & FamilyWarner Bros.Nintendo Switch2K GamesWolfenstein: The New OrderFromSoftwareBest gamesBethesda Game StudiosSony Computer Entertainment EuropeRacingBloodborneExtremely OK GamesNintendo GameCubePillars of Eternity II: DeadfireInteractive DramaStrategy: Turn-Based StrategyFinal Fantasy VII RemakeXboxDead CellsHack & SlashRockstar NorthSimulationTraveller's TalesMultiplayer CooperativeTeam CherryTake-Two InteractiveBluepoint GamesPS4God of War (2018)MachineGamesBird view / IsometricGrand Theft Auto: San Andreas2KSony Computer EntertainmentXCOM 2RPGXbox OneTrials RisingUbisoft EntertainmentRockstarInsomniac GamesSingle PlayerMaddy ThorsonTeam17Open WorldAppleNintendo WiiSEGANintendo DSThird personArcadePlayStation VitaBlack Salt GamesNaughty DogPSPLucasArtsStory RichMultiplayer CompetitiveThe Last of Us: RemasteredUbisoft MontrealEidos InteractivePlatformerid SoftwareSurvival & CraftingThe Elder Scrolls V: SkyrimRoguelikeHollow KnightBandai Namco EntertainmentAndroidHorrorRocksteady StudiosiOSCapcomDredgeWindows PhoneTeam IcoWar Drum StudiosIron Galaxy StudiosBethesda SoftworksDOOM (2016)Rockstar GamesMetroidvaniaSide viewDevolver DigitalStrategyFiraxis GamesActivisionFantasyXbox Game StudiosSupermassive GamesUntil DawnSanta Monica StudioCrystal DynamicsXbox Series X/SPlayStation PlusSquare EnixAction AdventureObsidian EntertainmentDennaton GamesPS2SIE Santa Monica StudioUbisoftPuzzleMacTomb Raider: LegendSonySportsPC

There is a massive selection of brilliant games available on PlayStation Plus, for both those with the trusty PlayStation 4 or a brand new PlayStation 5.

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The best PS4 games ever: every must-play on Sony's flagship consolehttps://www.vg247.com/best-ps4-gamesStaffWed, 22 Jul 2020 11:45:20 +0000https://www.vg247.com/best-ps4-gamesDoomSingle PlayerBest OfStreet Fighter VBloodborneDiablo IIIUnchartedBattlefield 1Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm RebornMetal Gear Solid V: The Phantom PainThe Witcher 3: Wild HuntMiddle-earth: Shadow of WarSenua's Saga: Hellblade IIFortniteHitman 2YakuzaAssassin's Creed OdysseyMultiplayer CompetitivePS4God of War (2018)Metro ExodusKingdom Hearts IIIPersonaRage 2Dark Souls: RemasteredResident Evil 2Action AdventureFIFA 19Spider-ManXCOM 2Devil May Cry 5Red Dead Redemption 2The Elder Scrolls V: SkyrimRPGOverwatchSekiro: Shadows Die TwiceShooterFallout 4Final Fantasy XVNieR: AutomataDauntlessDays GoneMonster Hunter: WorldVG247SonyGrand Theft Auto IVApex Legends

The PlayStation 4 is by far the best-selling console of this generation, and there's one good reason for that: video games. When it comes to games, PS4 has led the pack this entire gen.

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XCOM 2 is free to play for the next few days on Steam and Xbox Onehttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-free-play-next-six-days-steamStephany Nunneley-JacksonFri, 24 Apr 2020 15:45:51 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-free-play-next-six-days-steamXCOM 2XboxXCOM: Enemy UnknownBlockbusterStrategy2K GamesVideoPC

Give XCOM 2 a try for free.

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BioShock: The Collection, Borderlands, XCOM 2 coming to Switchhttps://www.vg247.com/bioshock-the-collection-borderlands-xcom-2-coming-to-switchStephany Nunneley-JacksonThu, 26 Mar 2020 14:18:22 +0000https://www.vg247.com/bioshock-the-collection-borderlands-xcom-2-coming-to-switchBorderlands: The Pre-SequelXCOM 2ShooterBioshockNewsBioShock InfiniteBorderlands 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownBioShockBlockbusterBorderlandsNintendo SwitchScience Fiction2K GamesVideoBioShock 2

2K Games will release collections for BioShock, Borderlands, and XCOM 2 for Nintendo Switch.

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XCOM 2 and Cities: Skylines are free to play this weekend on Steamhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-cities-skylines-free-weekend-steamStephany Nunneley-JacksonFri, 22 Mar 2019 14:55:20 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-cities-skylines-free-weekend-steamCities: SkylinesXCOM 2SimulationStrategyVideoSteamPC

Cities: Skylines and XCOM 2 are both free to play this weekend on Steam through Sunday.

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Green Man Gaming Black Friday Deals - Up to 75% XCOM 2, Civilization VI, ARK: Survival Evolved, and Morehttps://www.vg247.com/green-man-gaming-black-friday-deals-up-to-75-xcom-2-civilization-vi-ark-survival-evolved-and-moreNadia OxfordWed, 21 Nov 2018 00:01:00 +0000https://www.vg247.com/green-man-gaming-black-friday-deals-up-to-75-xcom-2-civilization-vi-ark-survival-evolved-and-moreXCOM 2Black Friday 2024

This article first appeared on USgamer, a partner publication of VG247. Some content, such as this article, has been migrated to VG247 for posterity after USgamer's closure - but it has not been edited or further vetted by the VG247 team.

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XCOM 2 Tactical Legacy Pack is great for fans - but is also likely a glimpse into XCOM's futurehttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-tactical-legacy-pack-dlc-xcom-futureAlex DonaldsonThu, 11 Oct 2018 09:11:26 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-tactical-legacy-pack-dlc-xcom-futureXCOM 2Single PlayerXCOM: Enemy UnknownBlockbusterScience FictionAction AdventureFeaturePEGI 18StrategyVG2472K GamesESRB Mature 17+SteamPC

XCOM 2's new DLC drop is a brilliant little love letter to the fans - and best of all, it's free.

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XCOM 2 is free to play on Steam for the next 48 hours - and it's on salehttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-free-steam-48-hours-on-saleStephany Nunneley-JacksonWed, 10 Oct 2018 14:50:08 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-free-steam-48-hours-on-saleXCOM 2Single PlayerNewsXCOM: Enemy UnknownBlockbusterScience FictionPEGI 18Strategy2K GamesESRB Mature 17+SteamPC

XCOM 2, the sequel to strategy game XCOM: Enemy Unknown, is free to play for the next 48 hours on Steam.

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Best space games - from spacefaring RPGs to grand strategy and fast-paced shootershttps://www.vg247.com/best-space-gamesLauren AitkenThu, 04 Oct 2018 14:58:36 +0000https://www.vg247.com/best-space-gamesXbox 360No Man's SkyHaloDoomXCOM 2PS4Space CombatMass EffectRPGShooterDestiny 2: ForsakenStar Wars Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith LordsStrategyVG247Destiny 2EVE OnlinePC

Space games have always been popular, right back to when you had a single vertical joystick to thrash around whilst playing Star Wars: Tie Fighter.

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XCOM 2: War of the Chosen is getting new DLC via the Tactical Legacy Pack next weekhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-war-of-the-chosen-tactical-legacy-pack-dlcStephany Nunneley-JacksonTue, 02 Oct 2018 21:33:09 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-war-of-the-chosen-tactical-legacy-pack-dlcXCOM 2Single PlayerXCOM 2: War of the ChosenNewsXCOM: Enemy UnknownMacBlockbusterScience FictionPEGI 18Strategy2K GamesVideoPCESRB Mature 17+Multiplayer Competitive

2K and Firaxis Games are releasing extra content for XCOM 2: War of the Chosen on PC called the Tactical Legacy Pack.

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Dying is fantastichttps://www.vg247.com/death-in-video-gamesKirk McKeandMon, 04 Jun 2018 16:32:41 +0000https://www.vg247.com/death-in-video-gamesAlien: IsolationXCOM 2PS4RPGShooterDark SoulsMass Effect 2DetroitAction AdventurePC

Death. It touches us all at some point, cruelly snatching our loved ones away right up until finally - at long last - it's our turn for the dreamless sleep.

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Call of Duty: WW2 multiplayer, Offworld Trading Company, XCOM 2, free to play this weekendhttps://www.vg247.com/call-duty-ww2-offworld-trading-company-xcom-2-free-play-weekendStephany Nunneley-JacksonFri, 04 May 2018 14:39:08 +0000https://www.vg247.com/call-duty-ww2-offworld-trading-company-xcom-2-free-play-weekendXCOM 2Single PlayerXboxShooterCall of Duty: WWIIBlockbusterAction AdventurePEGI 18StrategyXbox networkPCESRB Mature 17+SteamMultiplayer Competitive

Three more games are free to play this weekend: Call of Duty: WW2 multiplayer, XCOM 2, and Offworld Trading Company.

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Firaxis remains committed to tradition DLC and expansion models rather than microtransactionshttps://www.vg247.com/firaxis-remains-committed-to-tradition-dlc-and-expansion-models-rather-than-microtransactionsJames O'ConnorTue, 28 Nov 2017 22:33:10 +0000https://www.vg247.com/firaxis-remains-committed-to-tradition-dlc-and-expansion-models-rather-than-microtransactionsSid Meier's Civilization 6XCOM 2Single PlayerPS4XboxSid Meier's CivilizationXCOM: Enemy UnknownStrategy2K GamesSonyPC

Don't expect Firaxis' games to start asking you to spend a few dollars to increase your resources any time soon.

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XCOM 2: War of the Chosen mod brings Overwatch's lifesaver Mercy into the fighthttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-war-of-the-chosen-mod-brings-overwatchs-lifesaver-mercy-into-the-fightSherif SaedWed, 13 Sep 2017 16:01:48 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-war-of-the-chosen-mod-brings-overwatchs-lifesaver-mercy-into-the-fightXCOM 2ESRBSingle PlayerPS4XboxXCOM 2: War of the ChosenPEGI 12XCOM: Enemy UnknownBlockbusterStrategyModFiraxis Games2K GamesSonyPCMultiplayer Competitive

You can have Mercy from Overwatch as part of your squad in XCOM 2, even if she doesn't actually resurrect your fallen comrades.

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XCOM 2's expansion is so good the game fully has me by the balls yet againhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2s-expansion-is-so-good-the-game-fully-has-me-by-the-balls-yet-againAlex DonaldsonFri, 01 Sep 2017 11:18:16 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2s-expansion-is-so-good-the-game-fully-has-me-by-the-balls-yet-againXCOM 2ESRBSingle PlayerPS4XboxXCOM 2: War of the ChosenPEGI 16XCOM: Enemy UnknownMacBlockbusterReviewsAction AdventureScience FictionStrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesSonyPC

XCOM, you got me yet again.

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XCOM 2: War of the Chosen gameplay video provides a walkthrough of the Lost and Abandoned missionhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-war-of-the-chosen-gameplay-video-provides-a-walkthrough-of-the-lost-and-abandoned-missionStephany Nunneley-JacksonFri, 14 Jul 2017 14:31:26 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-war-of-the-chosen-gameplay-video-provides-a-walkthrough-of-the-lost-and-abandoned-missionXCOM 2ESRBSingle PlayerPS4XboxXCOM 2: War of the ChosenNewsPEGI 16XCOM: Enemy UnknownMacBlockbusterScience FictionVideoStrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesSonyPC

2K and Firaxis Games have a released a gameplay walkthrough for XCOM 2: War of the Chosen.

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The Chosen in XCOM 2's expansion mean business. First up is the Assassinhttps://www.vg247.com/the-chosen-in-xcom-2s-expansion-mean-business-first-up-is-the-assassinShabana ArifWed, 21 Jun 2017 13:34:57 +0000https://www.vg247.com/the-chosen-in-xcom-2s-expansion-mean-business-first-up-is-the-assassinXCOM 2ESRBSingle PlayerPS4NewsPEGI 16Xbox OneXCOM: Enemy UnknownScience FictionMultiplayer CompetitiveStrategy2K GamesPC

XCOM 2's Chosen are going to be tough if the Assassin is anything to go by, here's a first look.

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XCOM 2 expansion War of the Chosen is so large the team considered making it XCOM 3https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-expansion-war-of-the-chosen-is-so-large-the-team-considered-making-it-xcom-3Stephany Nunneley-JacksonThu, 15 Jun 2017 17:28:33 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-expansion-war-of-the-chosen-is-so-large-the-team-considered-making-it-xcom-3XCOM 2ESRBSingle PlayerPS4E3 2017XboxPEGI 16XCOM: Enemy UnknownMacScience FictionStrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesSonyPCMultiplayer Competitive

During E3 2017 this week, the expansion War of the Chosen was announced for XCOM 2, after a few teases from the team prior to the show. And it's a massive expansion. So massive, many members of the team wanted to turn it into XCOM 3.

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XCOM 2 introduces War of the Chosen official expansionhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-introduces-war-of-the-chosen-official-expansionMarshall LemonMon, 12 Jun 2017 17:17:46 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-introduces-war-of-the-chosen-official-expansionXCOM 2PS4E3 2017XboxXCOM 2: War of the ChosenNewsBlockbusterStrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesSonyPC

XCOM 2 will get new factions, enemies, and classes in War of the Chosen.

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Steam's most-played games in 2016 all came out in 2015https://www.vg247.com/steams-most-played-games-in-2016-all-came-out-in-2015Sherif SaedWed, 11 Jan 2017 12:49:51 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steams-most-played-games-in-2016-all-came-out-in-2015No Man's SkySingle PlayerTeam Fortress 2SteamNewsCounter-Strike: Global OffensiveStrategyFree-to-playMultiplayer CompetitiveDark Souls IIIinsightsDota 2Action AdventureSid Meier's Civilization VXCOM 2RPGShooterFallout 4PaladinsGrand Theft Auto IVPC

2016 may have been Steam's biggest year in terms of the number of games released, but none of them topped the most-played charts.

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Sequel to one of XCOM's most popular mods announced for XCOM 2https://www.vg247.com/sequel-to-xcoms-most-popular-mod-announced-for-xcom-2Stephany Nunneley-JacksonThu, 05 Jan 2017 18:01:56 +0000https://www.vg247.com/sequel-to-xcoms-most-popular-mod-announced-for-xcom-2XCOM 2ESRBPEGI 16XCOM: Enemy UnknownStrategy2K GamesPC

The creators of Long War, the extremely popular XCOM: Enemy Unknown mod, have announced a sequel for XCOM 2 on PC.

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You can now play XCOM 2 on PC with a controller, and explore the Avenger in first-personhttps://www.vg247.com/you-can-now-play-xcom-2-on-pc-with-a-controller-and-explore-the-avenger-in-first-personSherif SaedWed, 09 Nov 2016 11:38:51 +0000https://www.vg247.com/you-can-now-play-xcom-2-on-pc-with-a-controller-and-explore-the-avenger-in-first-personXCOM 2ESRBSingle PlayerNewsPEGI 16XCOM: Enemy UnknownBlockbusterStrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesPCMultiplayer Competitive

A few months after launch, we finally have official controller support for XCOM 2 on PC, and it comes with a little something extra.

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XCOM 2's console version does its brilliance justicehttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2s-console-version-does-its-brilliance-justiceAlex DonaldsonFri, 30 Sep 2016 14:22:50 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2s-console-version-does-its-brilliance-justiceXCOM 2ESRBSingle PlayerPS4NewsPEGI 16XCOM: Enemy Unknownrelease datesScience FictionAction AdventureStrategy2K GamesPC

Load times aside, this is a damn solid take on 2K's PC strategy hit.

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Does it Hold Up? Looking Back on XCOM 2 Now That it's on Xbox One and PS4https://www.vg247.com/does-it-hold-up-looking-back-on-xcom-2-now-that-its-on-xbox-one-and-ps4Kat BaileyTue, 27 Sep 2016 21:00:00 +0000https://www.vg247.com/does-it-hold-up-looking-back-on-xcom-2-now-that-its-on-xbox-one-and-ps4XCOM 2PS4Xboxdoes it hold upStrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesUSgamerPC

This article first appeared on USgamer, a partner publication of VG247. Some content, such as this article, has been migrated to VG247 for posterity after USgamer's closure - but it has not been edited or further vetted by the VG247 team.

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XCOM 2 arrives on PS4 and Xbox One in US, gets a new trailerhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-arrives-on-ps4-and-xbox-one-in-us-gets-a-new-trailerMarshall LemonTue, 27 Sep 2016 18:22:07 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-arrives-on-ps4-and-xbox-one-in-us-gets-a-new-trailerXCOM 2ESRBPS4PEGI 16StrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesPC

2K Games has released a new launch trailer to celebrate XCOM 2's impending console releases.

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XCOM 2 has been delayed on consoles by three weekshttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-has-been-delayed-on-consoles-by-three-weeksJames O'ConnorThu, 04 Aug 2016 22:49:32 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-has-been-delayed-on-consoles-by-three-weeksXCOM 2ESRBSingle PlayerPS4NewsPEGI 16XCOM: Enemy Unknownrelease datesScience FictionStrategy2K GamesPC

If you're planning on picking up XCOM 2 on PS4 or Xbox One, you're going to be in for a slightly longer wait than expected.

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GTA 5 continues to print money while 1 million new players flock to Evolve free-to-playhttps://www.vg247.com/gta-5-continues-to-print-money-while-1-million-new-players-flock-to-evolve-free-to-playStephany Nunneley-JacksonThu, 04 Aug 2016 20:59:13 +0000https://www.vg247.com/gta-5-continues-to-print-money-while-1-million-new-players-flock-to-evolve-free-to-playTake-Two InteractiveXCOM 2PS4Grand Theft Auto OnlineFinancialsMOBAShooterNBA 2K16BlockbusterAction Adventure2K GamesBattlebornRockstarGrand Theft Auto IVPC

Grand Theft Auto 5 and Grand Theft Auto Online did the business for Take-Two during the company's first quarter of fiscal year 2017.

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This week's XCOM 2 DLC adds a whole new unit class - and it's robotshttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-dlc-new-class-robotsBrenna HillierFri, 01 Jul 2016 05:46:55 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-dlc-new-class-robotsXCOM 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownStrategyVideoPC

Robots for everyone, and perhaps closure for Shen, in the latest XCOM 2 content drop.

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XCOM 2 is coming to consoles in Septemberhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-is-coming-to-consoles-in-septemberStephany Nunneley-JacksonTue, 07 Jun 2016 14:10:19 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-is-coming-to-consoles-in-septemberXCOM 2PS4The WorkshopStrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesVideoPC

Console users will be able to get their hands on XCOM 2 this September.

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Wear a Viper as a suit in new XCOM 2 DLChttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-dlc-viper-suitBrenna HillierFri, 13 May 2016 05:45:54 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-dlc-viper-suitXCOM 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownStrategyVideoPC

XCOM 2's new DLC has some pretty rad features.

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XCOM 2: Alien Hunters DLC brings new mission, boss aliens and weapons next weekhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-dlc-alien-huntersBrenna HillierFri, 06 May 2016 00:08:24 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-dlc-alien-huntersXCOM: Enemy UnknownXCOM 2StrategyPC

XCOM 2 gets bigger and badder with the next paid expansion.

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First XCOM 2 DLC out now, adds 100+ customisation optionshttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-dlc-anarchys-childrenBrenna HillierFri, 18 Mar 2016 01:14:40 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-dlc-anarchys-childrenXCOM 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownStrategy2K GamesPC

Good news, Commander: we've hired a new stylist.

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First major XCOM 2 patch addresses performance issues, adds Zip Modehttps://www.vg247.com/first-major-xcom-2-patch-addresses-performance-issues-adds-zip-modeStephany Nunneley-JacksonThu, 10 Mar 2016 18:57:10 +0000https://www.vg247.com/first-major-xcom-2-patch-addresses-performance-issues-adds-zip-modeXCOM 2StrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesPC

Firaxis has released the first major patch for XCOM 2 which applies several performance optimizations such as improved framerate.

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XCOM 2's first DLC pack Anarchy’s Children releases next weekhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2s-first-dlc-pack-anarchys-children-releases-next-weekStephany Nunneley-JacksonWed, 09 Mar 2016 15:51:42 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2s-first-dlc-pack-anarchys-children-releases-next-weekXCOM 2

2K and Firaxis Games announced today that Anarchy’s Children, the first add-on content pack coming to XCOM 2, will be made available next week.

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Make your solider look like a Stormtrooper with this XCOM 2 modhttps://www.vg247.com/star-wars-xcom-2-mod-steamStephany Nunneley-JacksonSat, 27 Feb 2016 22:03:36 +0000https://www.vg247.com/star-wars-xcom-2-mod-steamXCOM 2Strategy2K GamesStar WarsPC

This XCOM 2 mod adds helmets to the game which make your soldiers look as though they stepped right out of a Star Wars film.

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XCOM 2 lead on performance issues: "We didn't know it would be this way at launch"https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-performance-issues-frame-rateBrenna HillierMon, 22 Feb 2016 03:31:33 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-performance-issues-frame-rateXCOM 2StrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesPC

XCOM 2 was not deliberately shipped with performance issues.

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The best XCOM 2 modshttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-best-modsStaffThu, 18 Feb 2016 08:31:59 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-best-modsXCOM 2Best OfXCOM: Enemy UnknownAction AdventureStrategyPC

XCOM 2 is a great game, but that doesn't mean the community can't improve it. When the pressure gets too much, when the soldiers die again and again, you need to freshen it up with some well thought out changes.

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XCOM 2 hotfix squashes a few progress bugshttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-hotfix-progress-bugsBrenna HillierThu, 18 Feb 2016 00:52:46 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-hotfix-progress-bugsXCOM 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownStrategy2K GamesPC

XCOM 2 is now slightly better, Commanders.

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This crazy XCOM 2 mod turns your gun into a barking Corgihttps://www.vg247.com/this-crazy-xcom-2-mod-turns-your-gun-into-a-barking-corgiStephany Nunneley-JacksonWed, 17 Feb 2016 14:38:58 +0000https://www.vg247.com/this-crazy-xcom-2-mod-turns-your-gun-into-a-barking-corgiXCOM 2Strategy2K GamesVideoPC

Modders are great. They create fantastic content for games, fix issues, make the games prettier, and add a bit of crazy in for good measure.

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The satisfying highs of XCOM 2 can't make up for its frustrating lowshttps://www.vg247.com/the-satisfying-highs-of-xcom-2-cant-make-up-for-its-frustrating-lowsSherif SaedWed, 17 Feb 2016 14:10:55 +0000https://www.vg247.com/the-satisfying-highs-of-xcom-2-cant-make-up-for-its-frustrating-lowsXCOM 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownBlockbusterStrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesPC

XCOM 2's design relies too much on unpredictable formulas, very much to the game's detriment.

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Firaxis kind of explains why the Caps Lock trick works in XCOM 2https://www.vg247.com/firaxis-kind-of-explains-why-the-caps-lock-trick-works-in-xcom-2Sherif SaedMon, 15 Feb 2016 19:23:07 +0000https://www.vg247.com/firaxis-kind-of-explains-why-the-caps-lock-trick-works-in-xcom-2XCOM 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownBlockbusterStrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesPC

A single button press makes loading back to base a lot shorter in XCOM 2, and Firaxis sort of tells us why.

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XCOM 2 dev looking into performance issues, patches incominghttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-dev-looking-into-performance-issues-patches-incomingSherif SaedThu, 11 Feb 2016 12:11:36 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-dev-looking-into-performance-issues-patches-incomingXCOM 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownBlockbusterStrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesPC

Performance issues with XCOM 2 have been widely reported, and Firaxis is aware.

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Fix XCOM 2 back-to-base load times with this absolutely crazy trickhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-reduce-back-to-base-loading-times-trickSherif SaedThu, 11 Feb 2016 11:28:03 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-reduce-back-to-base-loading-times-trickXCOM 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownBlockbusterStrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesPC

The XCOM 2 trick that's a lot stranger than missing four 90+ percent shots in a row.

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XCOM 2 guide: the best autopsies, abilities and gearhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-best-abilities-gear-autopsiesSherif SaedTue, 09 Feb 2016 13:56:05 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-best-abilities-gear-autopsiesXCOM 2Best OfXCOM: Enemy UnknownBlockbusterStrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesPC

XCOM 2 offers some of the best tactical/turn-based experiences you could find in the genre, improving immensely over the first game. Worrying about how to handle things out in the field is great and all, but making the most out of your limited resources aboard the Avenger and choosing what tasks to priorities, is half the fun.

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XCOM 2: 11 essential tips for beginnershttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-beginners-tips-guideKris GoorhuisMon, 08 Feb 2016 09:22:31 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-beginners-tips-guideXCOM 2Best OfXCOM: Enemy UnknownAction AdventureStrategyFiraxis GamesPC

Welcome to one of the most daunting and (sometimes) frustrating games in mainstream media. Sharing knowledge with the community can make these sorts of things a whole lot easier. We’re trying to do our part to make the transition to the command chair a little smoother, if you so desire the assistance.

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XCOM 2 natively supports Steam Controllerhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-steam-controller-support-and-discounted-bundleSherif SaedFri, 05 Feb 2016 08:49:29 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-steam-controller-support-and-discounted-bundleXCOM 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownBlockbusterperipheralsSteam ControllerStrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesPC

XCOM 2 doesn't have controller support on launch. Unless you have a Steam Controller.

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XCOM 2 review: triumphant, with a looming threat of disasterhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-review-triumphant-with-a-looming-threat-of-disasterKris GoorhuisFri, 05 Feb 2016 06:55:32 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-review-triumphant-with-a-looming-threat-of-disasterXCOM 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownAction AdventureStrategyPC

Every choice in XCOM 2 is the difference between success and failure, says Kris Goorhuis.

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XCOM 2 out now - check out the launch trailerhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-out-now-check-out-the-launch-trailerBrenna HillierFri, 05 Feb 2016 05:11:29 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-out-now-check-out-the-launch-trailerXCOM 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownStrategy2K GamesVideoPC

XCOM 2 is out. Go go go!

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XCOM 2 PC Review: Liberty or Deathhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-pc-review-liberty-or-deathKat BaileyThu, 04 Feb 2016 20:00:00 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-pc-review-liberty-or-deathXCOM 2USgamerStrategy

This article first appeared on USgamer, a partner publication of VG247. Some content, such as this article, has been migrated to VG247 for posterity after USgamer's closure - but it has not been edited or further vetted by the VG247 team.

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Here's what time XCOM 2 launches in your territory - pre-load nowhttps://www.vg247.com/heres-what-time-xcom-2-launches-in-your-territory-pre-load-nowBrenna HillierThu, 04 Feb 2016 01:53:14 +0000https://www.vg247.com/heres-what-time-xcom-2-launches-in-your-territory-pre-load-nowXCOM 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownStrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesPC

XCOM 2 begins rolling out globally very soon. Better get ready.

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UK folk are pretty excited about this XCOM 2 tutorial videohttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-tutorial-videoBrenna HillierWed, 03 Feb 2016 22:10:41 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-tutorial-videoXCOM 2MacStrategy2K GamesVideoPC

I don't understand why this is a thing, but I'm an Australian and confusion is our natural mental state.

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XCOM 2 review round-up - all the scoreshttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-review-round-upMatt MartinMon, 01 Feb 2016 13:38:38 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-review-round-upXCOM: Enemy UnknownXCOM 2PC

It looks like XCOM 2 could be the first essential game of 2016.

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Watch the XCOM 2 opening cinematic herehttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-opening-movieMatt MartinMon, 01 Feb 2016 08:59:34 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-opening-movieXCOM 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownAction AdventureStrategyPC

Not long to wait now until the sequel lands this week.

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XCOM's best modders hired by Firaxis to work on XCOM 2https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-the-long-war-moddersTim ColwillFri, 22 Jan 2016 04:32:37 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-the-long-war-moddersFiraxis GamesXCOM 2StrategyPC

The developer of XCOM's most popular mod, The Long War, have been officially invited to work on XCOM 2 by Firaxis.

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Latest XCOM 2 screens show off Slums environmenthttps://www.vg247.com/latest-xcom-2-screens-show-off-slums-environmentBrenna HillierWed, 06 Jan 2016 23:13:32 +0000https://www.vg247.com/latest-xcom-2-screens-show-off-slums-environmentXCOM 2ScreensXCOM: Enemy UnknownStrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesPC

XCOM 2 makes another stop on its tour of the many environments Commanders will have to conquer to defeat Advent.

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Interview: The Death of Interceptors, Iron Man Mode, and XCOM 2's Next Stephttps://www.vg247.com/interview-the-death-of-interceptors-iron-man-mode-and-xcom-2s-next-stepKat BaileyTue, 15 Dec 2015 23:00:00 +0000https://www.vg247.com/interview-the-death-of-interceptors-iron-man-mode-and-xcom-2s-next-stepXCOM 2Jake SolomonStrategy

This article first appeared on USgamer, a partner publication of VG247. Some content, such as this article, has been migrated to VG247 for posterity after USgamer's closure - but it has not been edited or further vetted by the VG247 team.

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XCOM 2: exclusive footage and analysis from the resistance frontlineshttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-exclusive-footage-and-analysis-from-the-resistance-frontlinesBrenna HillierThu, 10 Dec 2015 22:03:23 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-exclusive-footage-and-analysis-from-the-resistance-frontlinesXCOM 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownMacStrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesVideoPC

VG247 has come into possession of exclusive materials from the guerrilla resistance. The Advent administration doesn't want you to see this.

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XCOM 2: this video takes a look at all character customization optionshttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-video-pc-customization-optionsStephany Nunneley-JacksonThu, 10 Dec 2015 20:21:31 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-video-pc-customization-optionsXCOM 2ShooterAction AdventureStrategy2K GamesVideoPC

Something new coming with XCOM 2 is the ability to customize your soldiers, and we give you a run through of all the options for both male and female characters in this video

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Minimum and recommended PC specs for XCOM 2 releasedhttps://www.vg247.com/minimum-and-recommended-pc-specs-for-xcom-2-releasedStephany Nunneley-JacksonThu, 10 Dec 2015 18:08:32 +0000https://www.vg247.com/minimum-and-recommended-pc-specs-for-xcom-2-releasedXCOM 2ShooterAction AdventureStrategy2K GamesPC

The minimum and recommended system specs for XCOM 2 have been released.

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XCOM 2 trailer showcases global retaliation against the alien menacehttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-trailer-pcStephany Nunneley-JacksonThu, 10 Dec 2015 15:14:53 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-trailer-pcXCOM 2ShooterStrategy2K GamesVideoPC

Are you ready for the resistance? You can participate in it when XCOM 2 releases in February.

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Here's a look at XCOM 2's new gameplay mechanicshttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2pc-gameplay-mechanicsStephany Nunneley-JacksonThu, 10 Dec 2015 14:33:09 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2pc-gameplay-mechanicsXCOM 22K GamesVideoStrategy

The XCOM 2 embargo has lifted and the Internet is bombarding you with images, write ups, and videos. Well, we're adding to it with a nice video featuring some gameplay.

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XCOM 2: Digital Deluxe Edition and Reinforcement Pack add-on pack announcedhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-digital-deluxe-edition-and-reinforcement-pack-add-on-pack-announcedStephany Nunneley-JacksonThu, 10 Dec 2015 14:19:25 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-digital-deluxe-edition-and-reinforcement-pack-add-on-pack-announcedXCOM 2MacStrategy2K GamesPC

From today you can pre-order the Digital Deluxe Edition for XCOM 2, and it comes with the Reinforcement Pack which contains three DLC add-ons.

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XCOM 2: losing is fun when it's fairhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-losing-is-fun-when-its-fairBrenna HillierThu, 10 Dec 2015 13:05:26 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-losing-is-fun-when-its-fairXCOM 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownMacStrategyFiraxis GamesVideoPC

XCOM 2 isn't any more forgiving than its precursor, but it does give you more opportunities to defy RNGesus.

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XCOM 2: finding yourself on the battlefieldhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-finding-yourself-on-the-battlefieldBrenna HillierThu, 10 Dec 2015 13:05:23 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-finding-yourself-on-the-battlefieldXCOM 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownMacStrategy2K GamesVideoPC

XCOM 2 fronts unforgiving tactical gameplay and satisfying RPG progression, but that's not all it deserves praise for.

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New XCOM 2 screens show off shanty townshttps://www.vg247.com/new-xcom-2-screens-show-off-shanty-townsSherif SaedFri, 04 Dec 2015 14:06:54 +0000https://www.vg247.com/new-xcom-2-screens-show-off-shanty-townsXCOM 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownStrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesPC

Firaxis gives everyone a look at one new environment that'll be available in XCOM 2.

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More XCOM 2 screens take a tour of the suburbshttps://www.vg247.com/more-xcom-2-screens-take-a-tour-of-the-suburbsBrenna HillierThu, 26 Nov 2015 02:16:31 +0000https://www.vg247.com/more-xcom-2-screens-take-a-tour-of-the-suburbsXCOM 2ScreensXCOM: Enemy UnknownStrategy2K GamesPC

XCOM 2 is all about preserving the simple things in life.

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New XCOM 2 screens show off wilderness environmentshttps://www.vg247.com/new-xcom-2-screens-show-off-wilderness-environmentsBrenna HillierMon, 23 Nov 2015 02:22:06 +0000https://www.vg247.com/new-xcom-2-screens-show-off-wilderness-environmentsXCOM 2ScreensXCOM: Enemy UnknownStrategy2K GamesPC

XCOM 2 will take you on pleasant wilderness treks.

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New XCOM 2 enemy, Civilization: Beyond Earth - Rising Tide's diplomacy system shown at PAX 2015https://www.vg247.com/pax-prime-2015-xcom-2-ivilization-beyond-earth-rising-tideStephany Nunneley-JacksonTue, 15 Sep 2015 15:56:39 +0000https://www.vg247.com/pax-prime-2015-xcom-2-ivilization-beyond-earth-rising-tideXCOM 2PAX 2015Strategy2K GamesVideoSid Meier's Civilization: Beyond EarthPC

Firaxis Games hosted a mega panel at PAX Prime 2015 last month, giving attendees a look at XCOM 2 and Civilization: Beyond Earth - Rising Tide. A video of the panel was released today by 2K Games and is posted below.

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XCOM: Enemy Unknown free on Steam this weekend, on sale for 75% offhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-enemy-unknown-free-on-steam-this-weekend-on-sale-for-75-offSherif SaedFri, 11 Sep 2015 08:50:39 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-enemy-unknown-free-on-steam-this-weekend-on-sale-for-75-offXCOM 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownBlockbusterStrategyPC

You can play XCOM: Enemy Unknown for free this weekend through Steam.

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XCOM 2 release moved to February 2016https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-delay-february-2016-pcStephany Nunneley-JacksonFri, 28 Aug 2015 17:04:23 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-delay-february-2016-pcXCOM 2StrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesPC

2K and Firaxis Games announced today that XCOM 2 has been moved into February.

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XCOM 2 gameplay video takes a look at how to configure your mobile HQhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-gameplay-video-mobile-gqStephany Nunneley-JacksonThu, 20 Aug 2015 15:09:04 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-gameplay-video-mobile-gqXCOM 2Strategy2K GamesVideoPC

A new XCOM 2 gameplay video has arrived and it provides an in-depth look at how players will be able to configure their mobile HQ.

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XCOM 2 gamescom screens show home base, soldier customisation, research, morehttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-gamescom-screens-show-home-base-soldier-customisation-research-moreSherif SaedThu, 06 Aug 2015 11:58:18 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-gamescom-screens-show-home-base-soldier-customisation-research-moreXCOM 2ScreensGamescom 2015XCOM: Enemy UnknownStrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesPC

XCOM 2 has produced a large chunk of new screens.

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XCOM 2 video features 10 minutes gameplay, highlights new stealth systemhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-gameplay-video-pcStephany Nunneley-JacksonThu, 25 Jun 2015 20:16:21 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-gameplay-video-pcXCOM 2Strategy2K GamesVideoPC

Below you will find 10 minutes of XCOM 2 gameplay.

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First ever XCOM 2 gameplay footage releasedhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-gameplay-footage-escapes-e3-2015Sherif SaedTue, 16 Jun 2015 08:24:59 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-gameplay-footage-escapes-e3-2015XCOM 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownE3 2015StrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesVideoPC

Your first look at gameplay from XCOM 2 lies within.

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XCOM 2 devs explain PC exclusivity, game won't support gamepads at launchhttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-devs-explain-pc-exclusivity-game-wont-support-gamepads-at-launchSherif SaedMon, 08 Jun 2015 18:27:59 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-devs-explain-pc-exclusivity-game-wont-support-gamepads-at-launchXCOM 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownStrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesPC

XCOM 2 developer Firaxis explains why the game is exclusive to the PC and why it won't support gamepads at launch.

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XCOM 2 announced, coming 2015 as a PC exclusivehttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-announced-coming-2015-as-a-pc-exclusiveSherif SaedMon, 01 Jun 2015 15:24:24 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-2-announced-coming-2015-as-a-pc-exclusiveXCOM 2XCOM: Enemy UnknownStrategyFiraxis Games2K GamesVideoPC

XCOM 2, the sequel to XCOM: Enemy Unknown, has been announced as a PC exclusive.

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XCOM developer teases new projecthttps://www.vg247.com/xcom-developer-teases-new-projectBrenna HillierMon, 25 Mar 2013 01:31:38 +0000https://www.vg247.com/xcom-developer-teases-new-projectXCOM 2PAX East 2013XCOM: Enemy UnknownStrategyFiraxis Games2K Games

At PAX East, Firaxis showed a brief teaser trailer which was described as heralding the developer's next big project. The teaser hasn't been released yet but Kotaku has an off-screen version. If it's not a a sequel to 2012's XCOM: Enemy Unknown, then it's something very closely related.

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