BeefJack: "There are heaps of potential pouring out of Xenonauts. It has all the systems in place that will make up the bulk of the final game, and they’re all interacting with each other. But it’s the game’s balance, the minutiae of design, that’ll hold much of whether the game is a successful retelling of the X-COM tale. And I can’t say if it has succeeded until a more significant playthrough of the campaign."
XCOM like games have become very popular in recent years but some of them definitely stick to the original formula closer than others.
Andrew M writes: "Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden is a unique tactics game that leaves you wanting more when it's over. Here are some games that may be enticing to those wanting more of the same once Road to Eden ends."
Humble Bundle's latest bundle features spiritual and actual sequels to beloved classic games, including Shadowrun, Broken Sword, and Tex Murphy.
This was the game I was waiting for before Firaxis announced the 'real' Xcom.
Still, This and UFO:Extraterrestrials2 need eyes keepin' on em.