XCOM 2

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 29
  3. Negative: 0 out of 29
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  1. GamesRadar+
    Sep 30, 2016
    70
    Impossible to recommend ahead of the PC version because of some issues with the port, but nonetheless one of the most unique experiences on console.
  2. CGMagazine
    Oct 3, 2016
    60
    XCOM 2’s console version is a buggy mess cobbled together from a far better game, and the worst possible way to experience the game.

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#13 Best PS4 Game of 2016
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#32 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2016
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#34 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2016

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User Score
7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 518 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 332 out of 518
  2. Mixed: 93 out of 518
  3. Negative: 93 out of 518
  1. Dattwood7
    Sep 27, 2016
    10
    If you liked XCOM: Enemy Unknown/Within, you'll like this game. You might have to get used to the new classes (the biggest change, in myIf you liked XCOM: Enemy Unknown/Within, you'll like this game. You might have to get used to the new classes (the biggest change, in my opinion), but there are enough improvements in this game to win you over (one of the biggest is undoubtedly the improved character customization options: You'll get so attached to your crew you'll want to restart every time one of them gets hurt.) There might be some bugs, and you might gripe about some other little things, but the core game is there. This is an excellent strategy game, simple as that.… Full Review »
  2. GlobalNightmare
    Nov 30, 2017
    4
    Enemy unknown was a fantastic game. Though not being the greatest player of turn-based strategy titles, I made it through to the end, andEnemy unknown was a fantastic game. Though not being the greatest player of turn-based strategy titles, I made it through to the end, and enjoyed every minute.
    I couldn't believe my luck when I discovered the sequel would be coming to the PS4. It was an instant-buy, no question about it.
    My excitement soon turned to disappointment however, upon experiencing the harsh, unforgiving difficulty. It was then that I realized that this game was not designed for me, or indeed a wider audience of gamers. It has seemingly been designed for hardcore xcom players only.
    I looked at my "Demon's souls" platinum trophy in disbelief; this game is too hard. Way too hard for the casual gamer, or novices of the genre. Even on the easiest difficulty setting. There's too much stacked against you here.
    My biggest problem is the inclusion of timed missions. Time limits in strategy games are never a good thing as far as I'm concerned. People want to play at their own pace. They don't want to feel rushed, or shoved head-first into a horde of enemies before they can plan or think. There's RTS's for that.
    I constantly felt outnumbered, outgunned, and outmaneuvered at every turn. Shouting at the television in anger as a 90% hit chance misses an enemy, yet again. I found myself constantly reloading my last save in an attempt to keep my soldiers from dying, but becoming frustrated as the lengthy load times here are an absolute joke.
    Eventually, I'd had enough. The aliens can keep the Earth. Its not worth my sanity. I'll go back to "darkest dungeon" for my strategy fix. The bad outweighs the good here, which is a huge shame as I loved the original, and there's so many good inclusions to the gameplay and presentation here worth talking about, but I just cant enjoy any of it to care. Its just too hard, and too frustrating.
    For hardcore xcom players ONLY.    … Full Review »
  3. BigMatchu
    Oct 10, 2016
    2
    It's not fun. This game is a steaming pile of **** and a waste of money. Gonna sell it...Game mechanics are sinply messed up and its not funIt's not fun. This game is a steaming pile of **** and a waste of money. Gonna sell it...Game mechanics are sinply messed up and its not fun when you see youe team destroyed in just one turn… Full Review »
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