Game Overview
XCOM: Enemy Unknown puts you in command of a secret international paramilitary organization tasked with defending Earth from a sudden and devastating alien invasion. As the commander, you must balance managing resources, researching advanced alien technologies, and overseeing both strategic operations and tactical combat. The game challenges you to build and expand a fully operational base, recruit and customize soldiers, and carefully plan missions that take place across the globe. Each decision you make influences the survival of humanity, creating a tense and immersive experience that combines high-stakes strategy with intense turn-based battles. Developed by Firaxis Games, XCOM: Enemy Unknown reimagines the classic 1990s title with modern graphics, new storylines, and fresh enemy types while preserving the core elements that made the original a beloved strategy game. Combat missions require thoughtful positioning and squad management, as you direct your soldiers through varied and dynamic environments, supported by air units like the Interceptor and Skyranger. The game also includes a global political layer, where you interact with different governments and respond to an escalating threat that spans continents. With over seventy unique missions and a deep progression system for your troops and technologies, XCOM: Enemy Unknown delivers a compelling blend of strategic planning and tactical action that keeps players engaged from start to finish.
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System Requirements
- OS *:Windows Vista
- Processor:2 GHz Dual Core
- Memory:2 GB RAM
- Graphics:NVIDIA GeForce 8600 GT / ATI Radeon HD 2600 XT or greater
- DirectX®:9.0
- Hard Drive:20 GB HD space
- Sound:DirectX Compatible
- Other Requirements:Broadband Internet connection
- Additional:Initial installation requires one-time internet connection for Steam authentication; software installations required (included with the game) include Steam Client, Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable, DirectX and Microsoft .NET 4.
Installation Instructions
- Open the download link with the application associated with this file type.
- When the transfer finishes, open the downloaded folder and review any included documentation.
- Run the included installer only if you trust its source, then follow the on-screen steps.
- Keep your operating system, graphics drivers, and security software enabled and up to date.