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XCOM 2

Strategy · 2024

XCOM 2

A standout strategy release for PC players.

XCOM 2 delivers one of the more memorable Strategy experiences on PC. Released for 2024, it pairs confident art direction with audio design that pulls every scene together. Systems layer cleanly: combat, exploration, progression, and narrative all carry weight, and the early hours teach you the language without lecturing. Set-pieces and boss encounters show real craft, while quieter moments give space to absorb the world. PC support covers ultrawide, HDR, DLSS and FSR, plus fully rebindable controls. The save system is forgiving, menus are quick, and the patch cadence is steady. Whether you are here for the campaign or the post-game challenges, XCOM 2 is a release you can recommend without caveats to any PC player with an evening to spare for strategy games. Community mods, regular events, and an active player base extend the experience well beyond the credits.

System requirements

Minimum

OS
Windows 11 64-bit
Processor
Intel Core i7-7700K / AMD Ryzen 5 1600
Memory
16 GB
Graphics
NVIDIA GTX 1660 / AMD RX 5500 XT
Storage
70 GB
DirectX
DirectX 12

Recommended

OS
Windows 11 64-bit
Processor
Intel Core i9-12900K / AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
Memory
32 GB
Graphics
NVIDIA RTX 3080 / AMD RX 6800 XT
Storage
150 GB SSD
DirectX
DirectX 12 Ultimate

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Community reactions

Community-style reactions presented for editorial context.

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KiteRunner
5 days ago

XCOM 2 respects your time. No filler, just the good stuff.

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SolarFang
a month ago

Mod scene around XCOM 2 is already promising. Try the unofficial patch.

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CrypticDawn
a month ago

Open world of XCOM 2 is dense and full of secrets. Love getting lost.

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HollowVeil
2 months ago

XCOM 2 has the cleanest UI I have seen in a long time.

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FrostRune
2 weeks ago

Visuals in XCOM 2 on ultra are absolutely jaw-dropping.

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LumenWisp
2 days ago

Performance in XCOM 2 is rock solid on a mid-range rig. No hitching.

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HexHaven
2 months ago

Soundtrack in XCOM 2 is on repeat in my playlist now.

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