"Command Earth's covert resistance in a ruthless simulation of asymmetric alien warfare."
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概要
Wage a desperate global war against an alien invasion in this hardcore turn-based tactical strategy game. Command deep squad-level skirmishes, build a covert network of hidden bases, and manage limited global funding to reverse-engineer extraterrestrial technology. Every decision matters as you face off against a technologically superior foe in an escalating war for survival.
ストーリー
Set in an alternate 2009 where the Cold War never ended and the Soviet Union persists, humanity is suddenly united by a terrifying extraterrestrial threat. As the commander of the covert Xenonauts, you must uncover the invaders' origins and intentions through captured technology, all while preventing panic from tearing funding nations apart.
Gameplay
Tense, unforgiving turn-based ground combat is combined with a deep strategic management layer. You will deploy persistent, rank-gaining soldiers into fully destructible 3D battlefields, manage scientific research and base facilities, and engage UFOs in real-time 2D air combat.
Key Features
- 1Turn-Based Ground Combat: Tactical squad battles with line-of-sight scouting, cover systems, and close-quarters combat.
- 2Destructible Environments: Use physics-based destruction to blow open UFO hulls or level buildings to avoid chokepoints.
- 3Global Strategy Layer: Build covert bases, allocate funds, manage scientists, and mitigate panic across funding nations.
- 4Real-Time Air Combat: Take direct control of fighter wings in an overhauled 2D plane with weapon and auto-pilot options.
- 5Deep Tech Tree: Reverse-engineer alien technology to upgrade your arsenal, armors, and interceptor fleets.
- 6Persistent Progression: Soldiers gain ranks and abilities through survival, creating emergent narratives of heroism and loss.
Highlights
Pros & Cons
長所
- +Incredibly deep and rewarding tactical gameplay loop
- +Meaningful destructibility heavily impacts battlefield strategy
- +High replayability due to dynamic, non-scripted mission generation
- +Masterful modernization of classic, hardcore strategy mechanics
短所
- -Visual presentation lacks broader stylistic flair compared to AAA titles
- -Steep learning curve can be punishing for genre newcomers
- -Currently lacks multiplayer or competitive modes
Game Ratings
Deep, unforgiving, and rewarding turn-based mechanics
Complex global base building and funding management
Clean 3D visuals that prioritize readability over flair
Atmospheric lore that serves the tactical simulation
Emergent gameplay guarantees infinite unique campaigns
Who Will Enjoy This?
Players who love punishing, deep turn-based squad combat
Gamers who enjoy base building, research, and global resource management
Fans of alternate history and alien invasion sci-fi tropes
Similar To
Overall Gameplay Loop
Xenonauts (2014)
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Tactical Squad Combat
XCOM: Enemy Unknown
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Strategic Layer
Phoenix Point
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💡 Did You Know?
The game shifted to the Unity 3D engine to allow for physics-based environmental destruction and camera rotation, moving away from the 2D sprites of the first game.
Setting the game in an alternate 2009 where the Soviet Union didn't collapse allowed developers to start fresh without the baggage of reverse-engineered tech from the first game.
Environmental destruction was heavily prioritized to address player complaints from Xenonauts 1 regarding deadly UFO door chokepoints.
Missions are generated emergently based on your strategic actions, meaning shooting down a UFO over the arctic will dynamically create a snowy tactical map.
Latest Updates & Events
Xenonauts 2 - 35% OFF on Steam
Xenonauts 2 is currently featured on the Steam store!
“A faithful spiritual successor to classic XCOM with deep tactical gameplay and major destructibility improvements.”— Player Community
“A modern hardcore XCOM-like that captures the tense atmosphere of asymmetric alien warfare.”— Strategy Critics
Game Ratings
Deep, unforgiving, and rewarding turn-based mechanics
Complex global base building and funding management
Clean 3D visuals that prioritize readability over flair
Atmospheric lore that serves the tactical simulation
Emergent gameplay guarantees infinite unique campaigns
Who Will Enjoy This?
Players who love punishing, deep turn-based squad combat
Gamers who enjoy base building, research, and global resource management
Fans of alternate history and alien invasion sci-fi tropes
Similar To
💡 Did You Know?
The game shifted to the Unity 3D engine to allow for physics-based environmental destruction and camera rotation, moving away from the 2D sprites of the first game.
Setting the game in an alternate 2009 where the Soviet Union didn't collapse allowed developers to start fresh without the baggage of reverse-engineered tech from the first game.
Environmental destruction was heavily prioritized to address player complaints from Xenonauts 1 regarding deadly UFO door chokepoints.
Missions are generated emergently based on your strategic actions, meaning shooting down a UFO over the arctic will dynamically create a snowy tactical map.
Latest Updates & Events
Xenonauts 2 - 35% OFF on Steam
Xenonauts 2 is currently featured on the Steam store!
Timeline
The Threat of Asymmetric Warfare
Unlike many modern tactical games where you become an unstoppable superhero squad, Xenonauts 2 emphasizes your massive technological disadvantage. You are fighting an asymmetric war where survival often means retreating, blowing up the environment to create new paths, or sacrificing a rookie to secure vital alien technology for your scientists.
The Three Pillars of Defense
- •Ground Operations: Secure crash sites, defend cities, and assault alien bases.
- •Air Superiority: Intercept UFOs in real-time 2D dogfights before they cause global panic.
- •Geoscape Management: Build radar networks, laboratories, and workshops across the globe.
Game Details
- Developer
- Goldhawk Interactive
- Publisher
- Hooded Horse
- Platforms
- PC
- Genres
- Strategy, RPG +1
- Atmosphere
- intense