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Editor's Review

XCOM 2 Collection is a mobile version of the famous strategy game. You lead a team of soldiers to fight aliens who have taken over Earth. The game is a turn-based strategy. This means you and the enemy take turns moving and attacking. You control a small squad on missions. You must use cover, plan your moves, and manage your soldiers' skills. The game also has a base management part. Between missions, you build rooms in your mobile headquarters, research new technology, and make new weapons and armor for your team. The story is about leading the last human resistance against alien rulers.

Getting started is easy. The game has a full tutorial that teaches you the basics of moving, shooting, and using cover. The touch controls are made for mobile. You tap where you want a soldier to move. You tap on an enemy to shoot. The interface is clear. The main screens are the Geoscape, where you manage your ship and scan the world for missions, and the Tactical view, where you fight. Key mechanics include the Action Point system. Each soldier has two action points per turn. Moving costs one point. Shooting or using a special ability usually costs both points. A critical feature is the percentage-based hit chance. You will see a percentage before you shoot, showing your chance to hit. This adds a lot of tension. The game also has permadeath. If a soldier dies in a mission, they are gone forever, which makes you care for your team.

The game has many in-game items and systems. You research plasma rifles, powered armor, and special grenades. You can customize your soldiers' looks and names. The game does have in-app purchases. You can buy the "Reinforcement Pack" which includes four DLC content packs: Anarchy's Children, Alien Hunters, Shen's Last Gift, and War of the Chosen. This is a one-time purchase to unlock all extra content. The game itself is a premium, paid app. It does not have any video ads or pop-up ads during gameplay. The XCOM 2 Collection is available for purchase on both the Google Play Store for Android devices and the Apple App Store for iOS devices like iPhone and iPad. It is a complete, deep strategy experience perfect for mobile.

Questions You Might Have

Is XCOM 2 Collection too hard for new players?

The game can be challenging, but it has four difficulty settings. You can start on "Rookie" mode, which is more forgiving for beginners. The tutorial is very helpful. The challenge is part of the fun, as you learn from your mistakes and get better at planning your tactics.

How long is the game?

The main campaign is very long, offering dozens of hours of gameplay. With the included DLC content like War of the Chosen, there are even more missions, enemies, and story elements. It is a huge game for a mobile device, with great value for its price.

Are the controls good on a phone?

Yes, the touch controls work very well. The developers adapted the PC interface for touchscreens. You tap to select units, drag to move, and use clear buttons for actions. It feels natural after a short time, even on smaller phone screens.

Do I need to buy the DLC separately?

No, the "XCOM 2 Collection" includes the base game and all major DLC in one package. There is one optional in-app purchase, the "Reinforcement Pack," which unlocks the final four DLC packs if you didn't buy the most complete version. Check the store description to see what your purchase includes.

Can I play this game offline?

Yes, you can play the entire game offline once it is downloaded and installed. There is no need for a constant internet connection, which makes it perfect for playing on planes, trains, or anywhere without Wi-Fi or mobile data.

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