XCOM
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Vad händer i spelhelgen?Several individuals share their gaming plans for the weekend, with many taking advantage of Steam's summer sale. Titles mentioned include Escape from Tarkov, Final Fantasy VII, XCOM 2, Cyberpunk 2077, and The Lion King, among others.
Undersökning - Tredje gången gillt med Indiespelklubben! Vad tycks?This article discusses the importance of indie games, highlighting titles like Paper Klay and Mina the Hollower. It also touches upon various game releases, remakes, DLC, and hardware news, including updates on Lords of the Fallen 2 and the Nintendo Switch 2.
Better Call Nisse - Mina somrar med XCOMThe author reflects on their personal summer experiences with the X-COM series, starting with the original X-COM: UFO Defense on PC and continuing with modern reboots like XCOM: Enemy Unknown and XCOM 2 on platforms including PC, Nintendo Switch, mobile, and tablet. The article highlights the strategic gameplay, the creation of memorable in-game characters like 'Nisse Svamparsel', and the nostalgic connection to summer vacations.
Vi tar spelhelg med midsommarblotSeveral individuals share their gaming plans for the midsummer weekend, including titles like UFC 6, XCOM, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, and 007. Guitaroo Man is also highlighted as being available on PlayStation 5 via PS Plus Premium.
Slay the Spire 2 patch fixes RNG bug after a fan's '8 hour descent into madness' proves it exists—alongside heaps of other updates and a new Act 3 bossSlay the Spire 2 has received a major balance patch that addresses an RNG bug related to Neow's Bones, which a player's extensive investigation proved was unfairly favoring the Debt curse in certain conditions. The update also includes numerous balance adjustments for cards and introduces a new Act 3 boss, the Aeonglass, replacing the Doormaker.
XCOM miniatures game revealed, with an upgradable base and co-op adventure campaignA new XCOM miniatures game, XCOM: The Miniatures Game, has been revealed and is set to launch in late 2026. This solo and co-op adventure wargame, based on XCOM: Enemy Unknown, will feature an upgradable base and technology research. Pre-orders begin in July, with a head-to-head mode pitting players against an alien menace also included.
Stranger Than Heaven's regional price creep on Steam is one more reason I'm feeling waryThe article discusses the increasing regional price creep of games on Steam, using Stranger Than Heaven and Persona 4 Revival as examples of titles with higher UK prices compared to their US counterparts. It highlights Geoff Keighley's comments on the success of affordable indie games and contrasts these with the rising costs of new releases, also touching on the controversial inclusion of Tupac Shakur in Stranger Than Heaven.
Star Wars Zero Company landar i augustiStar Wars Zero Company, a turn-based tactics game reminiscent of XCOM, is set to release on August 27th. Developed by Bit Reactor, whose team includes veterans from the recent XCOM titles, the game combines tactical combat with exploration elements. It is expected to launch on PC.
Summer Game Fest no-shows: The big games that were absent from 2026's showcasesSeveral highly anticipated games were notably absent from the Summer Game Fest showcases, leaving fans speculating about their development status. Titles like Arkane's Blade, the Witcher 3 DLC, Injustice 3, and the Divinity sequel were among the expected reveals that did not materialize. The article highlights the absence of these games and discusses potential reasons or future reveal opportunities.
Summer Game Fest 2026: Every Big Announcement Ranked and ExplainedSummer Game Fest 2026 showcased a wide array of upcoming video game titles, with notable announcements including the third Final Fantasy VII installment, a remake of Resident Evil Code: Veronica, and the long-awaited sequel to The Wolf Among Us. The event highlighted the increasing saturation of the game market and featured titles aiming for distinct identities to stand out.
Star Wars Zero Company, the tactics game from veteran XCOM devs, confirms August launch and Anakin Skywalker cameoStar Wars: Zero Company, a squad tactics game from former XCOM developers at Bit Reactor, is set to launch on August 27. The game will feature Anakin Skywalker in its story and includes RPG elements like loyalty missions and permadeath, alongside cinematic storytelling. The trailer also showcased custom clone troopers and alien mercenaries.
The follow-up to one of my favorite RPGs of the 2020s finally has a demo, and it does not disappoint: Bat people, a mushroom hellscape, and funky JRPG combat from bizarro world 2005Entropy, a JRPG from Lovely Hellplace, has released a playable demo on Steam with an early access launch date of August 18. The game features a party system with up to 14 members, permadeath mechanics reminiscent of Fire Emblem, and a unique combat system with row-based positioning. Its art style and unsettling atmosphere evoke mid-2000s JRPGs with a distinct, freakish spirit.
Forecast: Fun Ahead — 18 Games Join in June to Stream on GeForce NOWGeForce NOW is adding 18 games to its cloud streaming library in June, starting with 10 titles this week including NTE: Neverness to Everness and Gothic 1 Remake. The service allows members to play games across various devices without downloads or upgrades, with new titles like Jurassic World Evolution 3 and Fatekeeper also becoming available.
What we've been playing - "The following day, I kid you not, our TV broke"Several individuals share their recent gaming experiences. Bertie is enjoying Warhammer 40,000: Kill Team, finding its tactical gameplay similar to XCOM. Marie is playing Forza Horizon 6 and Lego Batman: The Legacy of the Dark Knight, appreciating the casual nature of Forza. Victoria recounts her TV breaking after discussing a new one with her husband while playing Split Fiction. Bertie also finds the linear action and pacing of 007 First Light refreshing.
An Unannounced Worms Game Has Seemingly Leaked, and It Looks Like It's Returning to 3DA new Worms game, potentially titled Worms Galactic Tactics, has seemingly leaked with screenshots and details suggesting a shift to a 3D, turn-based tactical format similar to XCOM. The game is reportedly codenamed Project Arrakis and is currently undergoing playtesting. While the source of the leak is considered unreliable, the presence of multiple screenshots lends credibility to the possibility of an official announcement soon, possibly around Summer Game Fest.- Unannounced XCOM-Like Worms Game Unveiled in Leaked Footage, ScreenshotsLeaked footage and screenshots suggest a new Worms game, codenamed Project Arrakis and potentially titled Worms Galactic Tactics, is in development. The game appears to adopt an XCOM-like 3D turn-based tactical gameplay style with destructible environments and potential roguelike elements. Team 17 has not officially announced the title, but the leaks indicate it may be revealed soon, possibly around Summer Game Fest.
XCOM is getting a miniatures game from the company that brought Fallout to tabletopFiraxis Games announced a new XCOM miniatures game for its 30th anniversary, developed by Modiphius. The reveal was made via a sparse website featuring the logo style of XCOM: Enemy Unknown, with further details on gameplay mechanics and scale yet to be released.
A big budget XCOM 3 is my dream video game - Reader’s FeatureA reader expresses their dream for a new XCOM 3, despite developer Firaxis Games' focus shifting and the perceived failure of Marvel's Midnight Suns. The article details the core gameplay of the turn-based strategy series and suggests potential improvements for a future installment, while acknowledging the unlikelihood of its development due to the departure of key personnel and publisher Take-Two Interactive's potential reluctance.- Game Crossovers and CollaborationsThe article highlights recent crossovers and collaborations in the gaming industry. Overwatch heroes are featured in new cosmetic designs, and XCOM is receiving a 30th-anniversary tabletop miniatures game from Firaxis Games.
New XCOM game announced for dev’s 30th anniversary but there's a major catchFiraxis Games is celebrating its 30th anniversary with the announcement of XCOM: The Miniatures Game, a tabletop adaptation developed in partnership with Modiphius. While a new video game installment in the XCOM series was not revealed, Firaxis also announced a sale on its back catalog on Steam and provided an update on Civilization 7.