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XCOM: Enemy Unknown

8.6 / 102012-10-09single_player

XCOM: Enemy Unknown will place you in control of a secret paramilitary organization called XCOM. As the XCOM commander, you will defend against a terrifying global alien invasion by managing resources, advancing technologies, and overseeing combat strategies and individual unit tactics. The original XCOM is widely regarded as one of the best games ever made and has now been re-imagined by the strategy experts at Firaxis Games. XCOM: Enemy Unknown will expand on that legacy with an entirely new invasion story, enemies and technologies to fight aliens and defend Earth. You will control the fate of the human race through researching alien technologies, creating and managing a fully operational base, planning combat missions and controlling soldier movement in battle.

XCOM: Enemy Unknown is a simulation/strategy game available on PC.

Is XCOM: Enemy Unknown crossplay?

XCOM: Enemy Unknown is primarily a single player game, so crossplay does not apply. It is available on PC.

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Team-BasedBase BuildingOnline MultiplayerTactical

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Is XCOM: Enemy Unknown multiplayer?

XCOM: Enemy Unknown is primarily a single player game.

Is XCOM: Enemy Unknown crossplay?

Based on available data, XCOM: Enemy Unknown does not have confirmed crossplay support.

What platforms is XCOM: Enemy Unknown on?

XCOM: Enemy Unknown is available on PC.

Is XCOM: Enemy Unknown free to play?

No, XCOM: Enemy Unknown is a paid game.

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Last updated July 23, 2026

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