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'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
{{ii}} [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/page/blog/_/features/port-reports/pc-report-xcom-2-optimized-video-settings-for-quality-and-performance-r193 PC Report: XCOM 2] | {{ii}} [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/page/blog/_/features/port-reports/pc-report-xcom-2-optimized-video-settings-for-quality-and-performance-r193 PC Report: XCOM 2] | ||
+ | {{mm}} [https://support.2k.com/hc/en-us/sections/203750688-XCOM-2 Official support knowledgebase] | ||
{{mm}} [http://ufopaedia.org/index.php?title=Main_Page UFOpaedia] - Wiki for the series | {{mm}} [http://ufopaedia.org/index.php?title=Main_Page UFOpaedia] - Wiki for the series | ||
{{GOG.com links|1482002159|xcom_2}} | {{GOG.com links|1482002159|xcom_2}} | ||
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|online play players = 2 | |online play players = 2 | ||
|online play modes = Versus | |online play modes = Versus | ||
− | |online play notes = Deactivated on Steam's Windows version on March 28, 2022. <ref>{{Refurl|url=https://support.2k.com/hc/en-us/articles/4471402312851-XCOM-2-STEAM-MULTIPLAYER-AND-CHALLENGE-MODE-UPDATE|title=XCOM 2 STEAM MULTIPLAYER AND CHALLENGE MODE UPDATE - 2K Support|date=2022-05-26}}</ref> | + | |online play notes = Deactivated on Steam's Windows version on March 28, 2022.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://support.2k.com/hc/en-us/articles/4471402312851-XCOM-2-STEAM-MULTIPLAYER-AND-CHALLENGE-MODE-UPDATE|title=XCOM 2 STEAM MULTIPLAYER AND CHALLENGE MODE UPDATE - 2K Support|date=2022-05-26}}</ref> |
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− | |physics notes = Has [[Nvidia]]'s proprietary PhysX hardware acceleration, running in CPU mode by default. Find | + | |physics notes = Has [[Nvidia]]'s proprietary PhysX hardware acceleration, running in CPU mode by default. Find '''XComEngine.ini''' in the config folder location and find the line '''bDisablePhysXHardwareSupport''' and switch it to False to reduce CPU usage and improve overall FPS. Uses the GPU to accelerate PhysX BUT '''removes 3d particles from appearing''' |
+ | (source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5NcBoCkKSw) | ||
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|input notes = Only on OS X and Linux. | |input notes = Only on OS X and Linux. | ||
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Latest revision as of 17:16, 19 April 2024
Developers | |
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Firaxis Games | |
Blind Squirrel Games[1] | |
macOS (OS X) | Feral Interactive |
Linux | Feral Interactive |
Publishers | |
2K Games | |
OS X, Linux | Feral Interactive |
Engines | |
Unreal Engine 3 | |
Release dates | |
Windows | February 5, 2016 |
macOS (OS X) | February 5, 2016 |
Linux | February 5, 2016 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 88 |
OpenCritic | 87 |
IGDB | 85 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase, DLC, Expansion pack |
Microtransactions | Cosmetic, Finite spend |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Turn-based |
Perspectives | Bird's-eye view |
Controls | Point and select |
Genres | Strategy |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Sci-fi |
Series | X-COM |
X-COM | |
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X-COM: UFO Defense | 1994 |
X-COM: Terror from the Deep | 1995 |
X-COM: Apocalypse | 1997 |
X-COM: Interceptor | 1998 |
X-COM: Email games | 1999 |
X-COM: Enforcer | 2001 |
XCOM: Enemy Unknown | 2012 |
The Bureau: XCOM Declassified | 2013 |
XCOM 2 | 2016 |
XCOM: Chimera Squad | 2020 |
XCOM 2 is a singleplayer and multiplayer bird's-eye view strategy game in the X-COM series.
General information
- PC Report: XCOM 2
- Official support knowledgebase
- UFOpaedia - Wiki for the series
- GOG.com Community Discussions
- GOG.com Support Page
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | ||||
Developer website | Collection also available. | |||
Epic Games Store | Collection also available. | |||
GamersGate | Digital Deluxe Edition, Collection also available. | |||
Digital Deluxe Edition, Collection also available. | ||||
GOG.com | ||||
Green Man Gaming | Digital Deluxe Edition, Collection also available. | |||
Humble Store | Collection also available. | |||
Mac App Store | Cannot play multiplayer with Steam players.[2] | |||
Steam | Digital Deluxe Edition, Collection also available. | |||
Amazon.com (unavailable) | Digital Deluxe Edition also available. |
Version differences
- Collection includes all the DLC.
- Digital Deluxe Edition includes only the Reinforcement Pack DLC.
Monetization
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
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Resistance Warrior Pack | Pre-order bonus, also available for separate purchase. | |
War of the Chosen | ||
Reinforcement Pack | ||
Alien Hunters | Included as part of the Reinforcement Pack. | |
Shen's Last Gift | Included as part of the Reinforcement Pack. | |
Anarchy's Children | Cosmetic. Included as part of the Reinforcement Pack. |
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
Use the -nostartupmovies command line argument[citation needed]
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\XCOM2\XComGame\Config\ |
macOS (OS X) | $HOME/Library/Application Support/Feral Interactive/XCOM 2/ |
Linux | $XDG_DATA_HOME/feral-interactive/XCOM2/Config/ |
- This game follows the XDG Base Directory Specification on Linux.
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\XCOM2\XComGame\SaveData\ |
macOS (OS X) | $HOME/Library/Application Support/Feral Interactive/XCOM 2/VFS/Local/my games/XCOM2/XComGame/SaveData/ |
Linux | $XDG_DATA_HOME/feral-interactive/XCOM2/VFS/Local/my games/XCOM2/XComGame/SaveData/ $XDG_DATA_HOME/feral-interactive/XCOM 2 WotC/VFS/Local/my games/XCOM2 War of the Chosen/XComGame/SaveData/ |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Epic Games Launcher | ||
GOG Galaxy | ||
OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
Steam Cloud |
- Custom characters and pools are not saved to the Steam Cloud.
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | |||
Multi-monitor | Needs fix for Vert- FOV; see Multi-monitor. | ||
Ultra-widescreen | Needs fix for Vert- FOV; see Multi-monitor. | ||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | |||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | |||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | |||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | FXAA, MSAA (Windows only). | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | |||
60 FPS and 120+ FPS | |||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. |
Multi-monitor
Edit configuration file[3] |
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | ||
Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | ||
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion |
Controller types |
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XInput-compatible controllers |
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PlayStation controllers | Enable Steam Input API for native support. |
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Generic/other controllers |
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Additional information | ||
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Button prompts | ||
Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Steam Input | ||
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Steam Input API support | ||
Official controller preset(s) | ||
Steam Controller button prompts |
Xbox controller proper recognition
Switch off xbox controller support in the Steam general controller settings using the Big Picture mode.[4]
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Fix for key bindings and controller remapping
Key bindings not saving fix and controller remapping[citation needed] |
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Example: Bindings=(Name="Z", Command="W_Key_Press | onrelease W_Key_Release", bPrimaryBinding=True) |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | Voice, sound effects, music, and VOIP. | |
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | There is no option and no known workaround to disable that feature. This game uses Unreal Engine 3.5 which renders most workarounds non-working. | |
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Simplified Chinese | ||||
Traditional Chinese | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Japanese | ||||
Korean | ||||
Polish | ||||
Russian | ||||
Spanish |
Network
- Steam and Mac App Store players cannot play together.[2]
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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Local play | ||||
LAN play | 2 | Versus |
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Online play | 2 | Versus Deactivated on Steam's Windows version on March 28, 2022.[5] |
Issues unresolved
Game crashes to desktop when performing an action
Partially corrupted save[citation needed] |
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Issues fixed
Game launcher won't start
Close MSI Afterburner[citation needed] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 11 | |
OpenGL | 4 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||
macOS (OS X) | |||
Linux |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Physics | PhysX | Has Nvidia's proprietary PhysX hardware acceleration, running in CPU mode by default. Find XComEngine.ini in the config folder location and find the line bDisablePhysXHardwareSupport and switch it to False to reduce CPU usage and improve overall FPS. Uses the GPU to accelerate PhysX BUT removes 3d particles from appearing
(source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5NcBoCkKSw) [citation needed] |
Audio | Wwise | |
Input | SDL2 | Only on OS X and Linux. |
Cutscenes | Bink Video 2 |
Mod Launcher
- See XCOM 2 Mod Launcher.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 7 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo E4700 2.6 GHz AMD Phenom X4 9950 2.6 GHz |
3.0 GHz Quad Core |
System memory (RAM) | 4 GB | 8 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 45 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 ATI Radeon HD 5770 1 GB of VRAM DirectX 11 compatible | Nvidia GeForce GTX 770 AMD Radeon HD 7970 2 GB of VRAM |
Sound (audio device) | DirectX compatible |
- A 64-bit operating system is required.
macOS (OS X) | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 10.13.6 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i5 2.5 GHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 8 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 45 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce GT 650M ATI Radeon HD 5770 Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 1 GB (Nvidia, ATI), 1.5 GB (Intel) of VRAM |
Linux | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | Ubuntu 14.04.2, SteamOS | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i3-3225 3.3 GHz | Intel Core i7 |
System memory (RAM) | 4 GB | 8 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 45 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 AMD Radeon R9 270 1 GB of VRAM | Nvidia GeForce GTX 960 2 GB of VRAM |
- A 64-bit operating system is required.
- Intel GPUs are not officially supported.
- Nvidia requires 355.63 or newer drivers (358.16 recommended).
- AMD requires Mesa 13.0.1 driver compiled using LLVM 3.9.
References
- ↑ XCOM 2 : War Of The Chosen - last accessed on 2022-07-15
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Feral Support | XCOM 2 FAQs | Can Windows, Mac and Linux users play multiplayer matches together?
- ↑ View topic - XCOM 2 | WSGF
- ↑ How to use an Xbox One controller for Xcom 2 on Steam - last accessed on September 2019
- ↑ XCOM 2 STEAM MULTIPLAYER AND CHALLENGE MODE UPDATE - 2K Support - last accessed on 2022-05-26