XCOM 2

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  1. Jebb333
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    Loved the mechanics and honestly is a super fun game to play. It’s definitely hard at first but once you get used to it it’s addicting. The customization options are pretty awesome
  2. 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 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.) ThereIf 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.… Expand
  3. Pureray
    Sep 27, 2016
    10
    The fight for Earth, just became a whole lot harder in Xcom2! A simply great addition for any strategist fan to have for their Playstation 4! It shares the same game mechanics from the original, now with better visuals and more new enemies and equipment to experiment with in the battlefield!
  4. jstevo
    Oct 20, 2016
    10
    Initially this game was frustrating; being quite a good gamer, but having not played the original XCOM, I selected “moderate” difficulty. This was a huge mistake; not only was the game punishing every SINGLE error I made, I was aimlessly wandering a map and dying often. Losing key staff members. Eventually rage quitting.
    However, after throwing the toys out the pram, I stomached my pride,    Initially this game was frustrating; being quite a good gamer, but having not played the original XCOM, I selected “moderate” difficulty. This was a huge mistake; not only was the game punishing every SINGLE error I made, I was aimlessly wandering a map and dying often. Losing key staff members. Eventually rage quitting.
    However, after throwing the toys out the pram, I stomached my pride, and started the game on “easy/first time playing XCOM.” This is where I really started to enjoy the game; I was able to successfully complete missions, move forward in the overall game etc.
    It’s still difficult, but I really started to enjoy it. It’s a clever game, very few times have I ever had to pause when playing a different game and think “I could lose this round if I make 1 mistake” or constantly cycling through different tactical options, or after completing a move go “DAMN I should of considered that.”
    Most games nowadays dumb everything down to be completely generic and enjoyed by everyone. This is deliberately hard, and has a steep learning curve.
    Its also full of bugs; like everywhere. Sometimes so many things go wrong that you actually go “what just happened in the last 10 seconds” the camera pans to nothing, someone falls through a floor. Its bizarre, but I still love it. Well worth the price.    … Expand
  5. TatsMcGee
    Sep 8, 2018
    9
    While I was playing this game, something kind of clicked in my brain and forced me to ask the question, why don’t I play more tactical turn-based games? I now realized that I am a huge fan of this genre and need to play more games like this. Game play wise this is a great game, I really enjoyed mapping out my soldiers and trying to find the perfect (or near perfect) spot for them.

    There    While I was playing this game, something kind of clicked in my brain and forced me to ask the question, why don’t I play more tactical turn-based games? I now realized that I am a huge fan of this genre and need to play more games like this. Game play wise this is a great game, I really enjoyed mapping out my soldiers and trying to find the perfect (or near perfect) spot for them.

    There is just something about having the “perfect” turn where everything just goes right. It’s just extremely satisfying feeling to watch your plan unfold and things just go well. The game has a lot of depth so when you’re first starting out, things just seem to go badly. Over time, little by little you learn how to deal with the various obstacles and before you know it, something will click and you’ll just understand the game. For me, it took me about 10 hours before I can confidently say that I started to understand the depth of the game.

    Tactical depth is a great way to describe this game. There is a lot going on and there is a lot to learn in order for you to maximize your efficiency. For each turn, you control at most 6 units (you start with 4 but unlock more slots as the game progresses) and each unit has 2 actions. There is variety in each action as well, you can move once then for your second action you can take a shot an enemy, you can chose to hunker down which gives you better defense and evasiveness. You also have the option of going into “Overwatch” which is another defensive option where if an enemy moves, your unit (or units if you put multiple units in overwatch) will fire at the enemy. You can also throw grenades which don’t do as much damage as a shot but they’ll break an enemies shield and they’ll blow up the surrounding area which makes it easier for your other units to fire at the enemy. You also have the option of moving again so you can move twice as far in one turn.

    The game has 4 types of units you can use in missions. I do recommend using combinations of them all in missions because each unit type can help in certain situations. There is a grenadier which basically has a grenade gun which allows them to have 2 grenades rather than 1 but also they can shoot grenades further than other units can simply throw them. There is the Sharpshooter which is basically the sniper type and this unit has better aim, can shoot from further away but you have to keep in mind shooting the sniper rifle counts as 2 actions so if your first action is move or reload then the sharpshooter will pull out their pistol which does less damage. There is a Ranger unit and they’re really the flanking unit. They can sneak around enemies, put themselves in a better position and take out enemies from behind. The final unit is the specialist and they have this drone which can be used for 1 of 2 things. The drone can either be used for combat where it will do damage to an enemy but I found that using the drones as a healer was a better way to go. I figured since all of the other units deal damage, it would be nice to have one unit that its primary role would be to heal wounded units.

    The game has a somewhat simple leveling up system where units will gain abilities as they rank up. There are 8 total ranks, you start out as a Rookie and rank them up to Colonel. So as units rank up to Colonel they’ll have 7 total abilities and those abilities vary depending on the class. Whats also nice about ranking up the units is, they gain more health and also they’re overall accuracy will improve as well. Having higher accuracy is important because when units miss their shots that is when bad things happen.

    So the accuracy is probably the most important game play mechanic and how it works is pretty simple. So lets say there is an enemy on the map, you select your unit and it has a 30% shot accuracy. That’s not a great shot so you want to give your unit a better opportunity to hit its mark. What you would want to do is move that unit closer or a better strategy would be to bring out your Grenadier. Lets say the enemy is perched behind a tree so what you want to do is get that tree out of there so your other 5 units have a better shot. So the Grenadier comes in, shoots its grenade and eliminates the tree. Now you can move your other units closer and it could take that 30% shot accuracy to 90% shot accuracy.

    If you’re a fan of turn-based games, I would recommend picking this game up. It’s a solid game that has a lot of depth that takes time to learn but you have to have the patience to deal with games short comings. I know when this game first came out there were some major issues with the PC version but I believe that’s better now and I would say if you can play on that version. If you do end up playing on a console, just keep in mind that its great but very buggy.    … Expand
  6. Berik
    Nov 9, 2018
    8
    Great game, but buggy on PS4 and loading screens can get as long as 20 minutes when you get near the end of the game. Clearly this never reveived the patches it needed and deserved. Still, it is an excellent game that gets you hooked and attached to your soldiers. Story and missons are very fun.
  7. Malooga
    Sep 29, 2016
    10
    Did you like/love X-Com Enemy Unknown? Buy X-Com 2. That's the basic gist of things, but I still have like 50 characters to go for a minimum review...so...aliens.
  8. fallouts
    Sep 27, 2016
    9
    Great game. Must own for fans of the first two on last gen of consoles. The graphics are crisp, clean and stylish. The game play is improved with lot of new features and new classes.
  9. azog
    Oct 1, 2016
    10
    Elapsed strategy game with turn-based system.
    The title is not without errors but it certainly is the best strategy released on PS4. Fantastic game big opportunities tactical and strategic.
  10. countofhell4321
    Oct 6, 2016
    8
    The mood of this game is unforgettable, brand new rethought strategy, new features and renewed, stronger alien units are going to bring this game even for a higher level, however the graphics are not improved, only minimal, it is clearly the same engine as the XCOM 2012 and the soundtrack, few sound effects are reused as well.
    The game runs in 1080p, the CGI animations running smooth and    The mood of this game is unforgettable, brand new rethought strategy, new features and renewed, stronger alien units are going to bring this game even for a higher level, however the graphics are not improved, only minimal, it is clearly the same engine as the XCOM 2012 and the soundtrack, few sound effects are reused as well.
    The game runs in 1080p, the CGI animations running smooth and clear. Great content, excellent playability.
    However XCOM 2 still suffers from the same problems as XCOM 2012 or Enemy Within, framerate drops and hanging, long loading times but this is a TBS game so this won't cause too much trouble during gameplay.
    XCOM 2 is a strong 8 for me.    … Expand
  11. spadePerfect
    Oct 10, 2016
    9
    This game is satisfyingly punishing and hard as hell, but the constant tension makes you want to keep going anyways.
    No matter how helpless you might feel, the feeling after beating a Very Difficult mission without being hit and owing it to nothing but your own tactics is the best you've felt for a while in a game and makes you want to keep going no matter what.
    The game suffers from    This game is satisfyingly punishing and hard as hell, but the constant tension makes you want to keep going anyways.
    No matter how helpless you might feel, the feeling after beating a Very Difficult mission without being hit and owing it to nothing but your own tactics is the best you've felt for a while in a game and makes you want to keep going no matter what.

    The game suffers from some technical issues like long loading times and visual glitches but nothing game-breaking or gameplay-affecting is among these. If you liked XCOM Enemy Unknown/Enemy Within, get this game.    … Expand
  12. drlowdon
    Jan 22, 2017
    8
    X-Com wasn’t exactly an easy game but this sequel takes things up another notch right from the start in terms of difficulty, and I’m sure that will put a fair number of people off (I came close to giving up after my 3rd restart). It’s worth sticking with and taking the time to learn how everything works however as you’ll be rewarded with a genuinely deep and rewarding strategy game.

    The    X-Com wasn’t exactly an easy game but this sequel takes things up another notch right from the start in terms of difficulty, and I’m sure that will put a fair number of people off (I came close to giving up after my 3rd restart). It’s worth sticking with and taking the time to learn how everything works however as you’ll be rewarded with a genuinely deep and rewarding strategy game.

    The game plays largely the same as previous iterations with the gameplay consisting of managing your base of operations (securing supplies, recruiting soldiers, researching new weapons etc) and turn based missions that task you with a variety of objectives such as rescuing VIP’s or securing key intel. Veterans of the series will notice a greater variety of mission types, enemies, weapons etc but these don’t change the game at all.

    From looking around forums the most controversial addition seems to be the ‘timed’ missions which only allow a set number of turns to complete them. Initially these can prove very frustrating as they force you to move forward quicker than you’d like, often resulting in your soldiers being ambushed and quickly killed. Personally I feel as though the turn limits could have been a little less strict on occasions (The VIP missions in particular force you to rush to much) but, after a while, I realised that they made a good addition as they prevent overuse of the tactic of moving forward at a snail’s pace and putting your soldiers on overwatch every turn. A further addition that adds to the difficulty is the enemy reinforcements that can arrive at random during missions. These are a good idea in theory as they help keep you on your toes, and you do have a turn to set up an ambush, but when three or four enemies suddenly drop into a difficult spot and take out half your squad it can sometimes feel as though the game is determined to just beat you up.
    I’ve heard a few comments regarding the way the game works on PS4 but, other than a few minor glitches here and there (the bodies of all my female soldiers vanished on one mission!) and loading times that are a little too long when starting a new mission I had no problems at all during my 25+hours of playing the game.

    Overall X-Com 2 is a minor refinement of the formula that worked so well for the series last generation and, assuming that the difficulty doesn’t put you off early on, you’ll find it’s arguably the best strategy game available on current gen consoles.    … Expand
  13. illphil
    Oct 28, 2016
    8
    Really good game. I would give it a solid 8. It has bugs and really long loading times which can be annoying if you make a big mistake and need to reload a save. I had never played the previous games so I found it difficult the first time I played because it was encouraging me to push through the main story missions. You should not do this if you are new to the franchise- look at someReally good game. I would give it a solid 8. It has bugs and really long loading times which can be annoying if you make a big mistake and need to reload a save. I had never played the previous games so I found it difficult the first time I played because it was encouraging me to push through the main story missions. You should not do this if you are new to the franchise- look at some of the advice online and focus on powering up and expanding and your team and territory early on or you will get destroyed later.

    It's really satisfying once you figure out how it works and can start dishing out ass kickings. Then again if you get too good then it becomes too comfortable later on so I found it difficult to strike a balance. Still, it's a great and exciting strategy game and well worth playing.    … Expand
  14. horrorsparadise
    Sep 30, 2016
    10
    Welcome back commander.
    Xcom2 arrived on PS4 and boy the battle for Earth has never been harder and funnier than this. It will not come as a surprise the game is good. It was good when it came to PC and the XCOM: Enemy Unknown/within were great. It suits the console great and the new mechanics, new enemies and equipment are also great. Will always be one of the best turn based games out    Welcome back commander.
    Xcom2 arrived on PS4 and boy the battle for Earth has never been harder and funnier than this. It will not come as a surprise the game is good. It was good when it came to PC and the XCOM: Enemy Unknown/within were great. It suits the console great and the new mechanics, new enemies and equipment are also great. Will always be one of the best turn based games out there. But nobody will properly read meta review about this game. It's awesome. Good to see you again commander.    … Expand
  15. midniteblues
    Oct 10, 2016
    9
    XCOM 2 is one of the best experiences I've had on the PS4. The game is actually harder than XCOM: Enemy Unknown, however it manages to feel more rewarding. I felt excited every time one of my soldiers gained a promotion and the feeling of satisfaction when beating a difficult mission is something that not many other games provide. The only bad thing I can say about the PS4 port is theXCOM 2 is one of the best experiences I've had on the PS4. The game is actually harder than XCOM: Enemy Unknown, however it manages to feel more rewarding. I felt excited every time one of my soldiers gained a promotion and the feeling of satisfaction when beating a difficult mission is something that not many other games provide. The only bad thing I can say about the PS4 port is the super long loading times. I think the further you get in the game, the longer the loading times become. I experienced loading times of up to 3 minutes when I was close to the end of the game. However, even with that said, this game deserves all the praise and it is a must play. Hopefully 2K will patch the game and make it run smoother. Other than that, this game is nothing short of amazing. 9/10… Expand
  16. Atilla1456
    Oct 5, 2016
    10
    Incredible game, exactly what I bought it for. It holds true to the XCOM Franchise, and presents new challenges while adding new functions. A great story also comes along with the great gameplay and "athmosphere" of XCOM 2. A game that is worth buying.
  17. Johnnybont
    Oct 26, 2016
    9
    This is an amazing game, a great advancement on the previous instalment. A must play for everyone who owns a PS4 and is looking for a strategy game! yes, it is a little buggy and yes the camera can be a little annoying, but the game play is king here and massively makes up for these points.
  18. xephnid
    Oct 22, 2017
    8
    I wanted to like this game, I really did, and I did rate it an 8 despite how much it annoyed me. XCOM 2 contains a whole lot of improvements over the first one. Even more if you also buy War of the Chosen...

    The maps are more varied. The enemies are more varied. The gameplay has improved quite a bit. Everything looks better. And more... There is a lot to like. But - and this is a big    I wanted to like this game, I really did, and I did rate it an 8 despite how much it annoyed me. XCOM 2 contains a whole lot of improvements over the first one. Even more if you also buy War of the Chosen...

    The maps are more varied. The enemies are more varied. The gameplay has improved quite a bit. Everything looks better. And more... There is a lot to like.

    But - and this is a big one - Firaxis have learned nothing whatsoever about interface design between the two games. Nothing. I have no hope that they ever will.

    Every thirty seconds there is some inane voice-over to tell you perfectly obvious stuff. And to make absolutely positively sure you pay attention to that hideous mix of bad exposition and superfluous tutorial, the game locks the interface, takes camera control away from you and forces you to look at that one thing you don't care about. And because that's not annoying enough, that **** is on repeat. You will hear it again and again and again while screaming "Give me control of the frickin game, dammit!". Sure, some of the exposition and the tutorialising is useful at least halfway through your first playthrough. About mid-game however, it'll start to grate. By the end you will rage and scream "Shut up! Shut up!" while the game noises at you.

    Some people think this game has replay value. I disagree. You will never want to hear from "Central" again. Never. This can be slightly mitigated by installing certain mods, but only slightly.

    I really wanted to like this game. I kinda did. Kinda. I don't regret buying it and its expansion. And, no, I will not buy future Firaxis games. This is it.    … Expand
  19. hokido
    Oct 8, 2016
    9
    After both Valkyrie Chronicles and The Banner Saga this year i was more than happy to jump into another turn based strategy game, this time the follow up to the very good XCOM Enemy Unknown/Within.

    As with the previous game it is a real challenge you have to think constantly, go charging in and you will get slaughtered, patience is the key and there is no better feeling than luring a    After both Valkyrie Chronicles and The Banner Saga this year i was more than happy to jump into another turn based strategy game, this time the follow up to the very good XCOM Enemy Unknown/Within.

    As with the previous game it is a real challenge you have to think constantly, go charging in and you will get slaughtered, patience is the key and there is no better feeling than luring a group of Aliens into a well planned out trap.

    This brings me onto one of the only issues i have with the game time sensitive missions, countless times i have had to rush across the map to secure a piece of Intel or blow something up after which i have to watch my squad get annihilated, because in order to reach the objective in time strategy has to go out of the window.

    This is my only gripe in what otherwise it a top quality turn based strategy game and a great follow up to 2012's XCOM.    … Expand
  20. pelotasDePiedra
    Oct 5, 2016
    10
    Fantastic gama that improves on the first one in every aspect. The difficulty has been ramped up though so you need to be prepared to lose more people this time around. Delicious game regardless!
  21. thrill747
    Sep 30, 2016
    10
    Oh man, such a great game! This review is for the benefit of anyone who might be "on the fence" about getting this game. Basically, if you already played the crap out of XCOM:Enemy Unknown/Enemy Within and are looking for more then you gotta get this game. It does have a few glitches in gameplay and cut-scenes but nothing that ruins the game, stops the game, or ever takes you out of theOh man, such a great game! This review is for the benefit of anyone who might be "on the fence" about getting this game. Basically, if you already played the crap out of XCOM:Enemy Unknown/Enemy Within and are looking for more then you gotta get this game. It does have a few glitches in gameplay and cut-scenes but nothing that ruins the game, stops the game, or ever takes you out of the game. All-in-all it remains a super-challenging and immersive XCOM experience. Highly recommended! Just be sure to save often 'cuz it is not easy!… Expand
  22. mikehettfield
    Oct 7, 2016
    10
    I was having my doubts, but at the end this game Is such a epic one to me, i love the character customization and the setting, is just how strategy games should aim for, I-m so glad it-s on ps4 now so more people get to know thhe series and keep it growing, STOP READING ANYMORE AND GO GET IT!!!! XD
  23. djbarker
    Feb 12, 2018
    8
    I love and hate this game. The tactics you need to succeed are very deep, but the RNG makes me want to scream! The game is improved in every aspect over Xcom, especially as now enemies don't suddenly teleport onto the map and totally disrupt your plans.
    The contols in the ship are clunky and it takes ages to load, both of which become very irritating, but the high challenge of the game    I love and hate this game. The tactics you need to succeed are very deep, but the RNG makes me want to scream! The game is improved in every aspect over Xcom, especially as now enemies don't suddenly teleport onto the map and totally disrupt your plans.
    The contols in the ship are clunky and it takes ages to load, both of which become very irritating, but the high challenge of the game play makes up for these negatives. Highly recommend if you want a game that really makes you think and forces you to gamble.    … Expand
  24. GABRIEL1030
    Oct 16, 2016
    9
    It´s a nice strategy game, the maps are aleatory and the experience is well balanced.

    Presentation 8
    Graphics 8
    Gameplay 8
    Sound 8
    Endless Appeal 9.5

    The game is very satisfactory because every stage is different, the new customization options are welcome.
  25. Markos-
    Feb 13, 2019
    9
    it is true as some say that the game lacks originality. It is, in fact, just "more of the same" if compared to the previous.
    However, this game is in any case great if you do love turn based tactical combat, carefully improving your soldiers and weaponry as you progress. Getting attached to your squad members helps for an added immersion (I recommend to name them after friends, etc... ).    it is true as some say that the game lacks originality. It is, in fact, just "more of the same" if compared to the previous.
    However, this game is in any case great if you do love turn based tactical combat, carefully improving your soldiers and weaponry as you progress. Getting attached to your squad members helps for an added immersion (I recommend to name them after friends, etc... ).
    It is more of the same (really good stuff).    … Expand
  26. iKen
    May 21, 2020
    8
    Played on PS4 Pro.
    Gameplay: GREAT
    Graphic: GREAT
    Story: GOOD
    Music/Sound : GREAT
    Dialogue/Voice Acting: GOOD
  27. Rox22
    Apr 16, 2017
    9
    I was so happy when I heard this was getting a PS4 port. So was it worth the wait? H3ll yeah!

    It took everything great from the last game, and improved upon it. It looks like they did listen to most of the feedback from the previous game. Visually on par with last game with bigger and more varied environments. Even though the game improves on so much it also feels too much like    I was so happy when I heard this was getting a PS4 port. So was it worth the wait? H3ll yeah!

    It took everything great from the last game, and improved upon it. It looks like they did listen to most of the feedback from the previous game.

    Visually on par with last game with bigger and more varied environments.

    Even though the game improves on so much it also feels too much like the game before it. This is not a bad thing, just wish they could have added more new elements eg. ship combat from the original series.

    Also now there is a great and engaging story, delivered far better than the first game with some great and developed characters.

    Overall:
    XCOM 2 is a great improvement and upgrade from the previous game, but does now need some fresh gameplay mechanics for the next game.    … Expand
  28. chrisse989
    Jul 7, 2018
    8
    I love Xcom EU, so was happy with more Xcom when this announced :)
    I enjoy XCOM 2, but less so than EU:
    - You get WAY too much notifications - Maps are random generated and are ok, but after a while feel also very generic. - Load times are a tad long. I don't think that the game is too hard as some commented (comes from a guy who did 70 runs on I/I in EU, 95% fails). What does tick    I love Xcom EU, so was happy with more Xcom when this announced :)
    I enjoy XCOM 2, but less so than EU:
    - You get WAY too much notifications
    - Maps are random generated and are ok, but after a while feel also very generic.
    - Load times are a tad long.

    I don't think that the game is too hard as some commented (comes from a guy who did 70 runs on I/I in EU, 95% fails).
    What does tick me off is that you might encounter a bug playing in Ironman (you only have one save) which ERASES your save. Not fun when you're 15 hours in on the highest difficulty. I've had it in EU too, but only twice on 80 games. In XCOM 2, I had it on my third run... That should have been fixed a long time ago (-1 point of for that)    … Expand
  29. pongkrit03
    Aug 1, 2017
    8
    XCOM 2 is surely a great game, however whether it surpass XCOM1 or not is still uncertain. I am XCOM's veteran and I really have good time with XCOM2. While the battle system is still as satisfying as the same, the management system is changed a lot. Last time, you was in the underground base and intercepted alien UFO with your crafted combated airplane, now your base is within the hugeXCOM 2 is surely a great game, however whether it surpass XCOM1 or not is still uncertain. I am XCOM's veteran and I really have good time with XCOM2. While the battle system is still as satisfying as the same, the management system is changed a lot. Last time, you was in the underground base and intercepted alien UFO with your crafted combated airplane, now your base is within the huge airship, you choose the place to attack instead. It is quite opposite from original and I want to praise the team who come up with this fresh new idea. The graphic looks nice. Difficulty, however, is surely harder than XCOM 1. High cover is not as reliable as it was because most enemies have some skills that can hurt you in some way even you are in cover. Moreover, almost every mission has timer. Therefore, the most effective way to fight in XCOM2 is to go on full aggression, kill enemies before they have chance to retaliate. It is not bad concept but I prefer the old way to have balance in attack and defend. I believe Overwatch got nerfed as well.

    The story mission in XCOM 2 is not as good as XCOM1. I don't feel like I enjoy much of it. The new two managers in your ship (engineer and scientist) are not as memorable as the old ones. I love Dr. Valen and Shen more than these two guys. The ending is not satisfying.

    More importantly from my first playthrough, there were several time that my game was crash. Thankfully, the game has autosave so it did not hurt my progress. The freezing animation happened quite a lot. LOADING TIME IS TOO LONG, I must mention this. Loading time kills enjoyment of the game. It may be better to play with high spec PC rather than PS4

    DLCs are good so far. Strangely, I like the costume dlc which normally I never care about costume in any other game, don't know why.

    In summary, XCOM2 is still a good game. Without crash and long loading time I would give it 9/10, but in my opinion I still love XCOM1 more than XCOM2. I would suggest you to play XCOM2 on PC if you can. The graphic on XCOM2 looks very polished though. For those who never played XCOM1 before I highly recommend you to play XCOM 1 enemy within first, because the price is cheaper, the quality of enjoyment is on par or better and the difficulty is more suitable for new comers. If you like XCOM 1, just grab XCOM 2 and have fun. It is still good game nonetheless.    … Expand
  30. Kai82
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    A great sequel. The story is set approx 20 years after X-Com Enemy Within / Unknown. Earth has surrendered to the aliens (We would have no sequel otherwise;-). The X-Com project was abandoned and the aliens created a shining new benevolent future for humanity. This is however a facade as they have a more sinister agenda. You are again the commander of X-Com and freed from captivity to beA great sequel. The story is set approx 20 years after X-Com Enemy Within / Unknown. Earth has surrendered to the aliens (We would have no sequel otherwise;-). The X-Com project was abandoned and the aliens created a shining new benevolent future for humanity. This is however a facade as they have a more sinister agenda. You are again the commander of X-Com and freed from captivity to be the leader of the resistance. The aliens and the puppet government troops called Advent will try to stop you. The general gameplay is the same. It is half base management (Development & Research, building, training etc.) and half turn based strategic combat missions. You have a mobile headquarter in form of the Avenger a captured alien supply craft. Here you can build several facilities. There are requirements, building / maintenance costs and of cause you must have enough power supply. Facilities can be upgraded to gain additional benefits. You research new technologies and build weapons / items that help you. Be warned there is a huge mysterious Avatar Project run by the aliens. It is basically a game over timer and it should be a priority to stop them. There will be monthly supply drops and dark events. You get a choice to stop 1 of 3 events and face the disadvantages that go along with the others . These range from don't bother me with this to crippling your efforts. There is a new resource called intel. It is used to contact the resistance on other countries and is a valuable resource. Try to get a good balance with building facilities and researching. Then there are the turn based missions. You send out a squad of soldiers on different types of missions. You have normally a concealment in place as long as you don't attack or be spotted (Use this to full advantage). There are 4 classes of soldiers available with a fifth being unlockable. These are Ranger, Grenadier, Specialist and Sharpshooter. All classes are useful and the extra class requires a bit of research and building but is worth it. The final mission would be far more menacing without 2 members of it in my team. Many staples / features return. Your soldiers level up into a new ranks by defeating enemies. With each rank you can chose 1 of 2 abilities. There are a few interesting builds as there are overlaps and branching parts. Be warned your soldiers can permanently die or be wounded which means unavailability until full recovery. There is again a training facility where you can unlock some benefits if you have a soldier with the needed rank. It should be a no brainer that the squad size upgrades should be high on the list and that you should train a few rookies to have replacements in case of wounded or dead soldiers. There are a few new enemies you must prepared for. Be warned that some missions have a time limit or are more difficult (retaliations for example) if you want to get the best results. As X-Com staple you have a great variety on difficulty settings. The higher once are truly challenging. I recommend a play-trough on lower difficulties to learn the mechanics and then starting with the higher once. The game mechanics overall work well and they mastered the art in giving us more of the same and some additions that are refreshing but not to alienating. The story itself delivers as there are great twist and a strong final. Overall this is an excellent sequel and one of my favorite strategy games. An easy recommendation especially for fans of the genre.… Expand
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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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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
  1. RPGamer
    Jan 3, 2018
    80
    XCOM 2 doesn't reinvent the wheel, which is a good thing. It takes the lion's share of the gameplay from the last game and embeds it into the new game's foundation, shifting around some pieces to support the new gameplay fixtures without really altering the heart of the experience. With new soldier classes, enemy types, mission objectives, an all-new base, and a story built on losing the invasion the last time around, the new game provides the same intense combat experience and resource management series veterans expect. It ups the ante in terms of difficulty, and the result is a nail-biting game of close calls and narrow victories. While this may turn off some, it provides an amazing feeling of victory when one finds the sweet spot between keeping troops alive and advancing the long-term narrative-driving projects.
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  2. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Nov 27, 2016
    90
    While it’s a shade short of perfect, there is no comparison: you will find no finer strategy game on PS4. [Christmas 2016, p64]
  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Nov 21, 2016
    90
    No mere sequel, XCOM 2 reshapes everything with lots of success. It won't coddle you, and the invisible dice hate you, but overcoming these odds is as sweet as ever. [Dec 2016, p.72]
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