[Review] XCOM 2: now has a solid strategy
as we all know Throughout the course of human history, the topic of the conspiracy of alien existence from outer space has always been a huge mystery. However, what would happen if it proved that aliens from outer space do exist and not just myths, but instead colonize the Earth with their super-sophisticated military power, and that's all you can see in the game that has the theme is XCOM 2.
As the name implies, XCOM 2 is the second game of the XCOM game series. After previous XCOM: Enemy Unknown and some XCOM DLCs show the brutality of the war against alien colonization called Alien, XCOM 2 will also continue the timeline of the game. Just like its first series, XCOM 2 remains true to the story-telling style of the military. For those of you who like the game with a gameplay strategy, then XCOM 2 is perfect for playing it right.
In this game not too many changes are given, the first XCOM maintained in the gameplay. However, the addition of new features are also quite common. While from the visual graphical side, significant improvement can be seen clearly. Although not yet at the realistic stage, but the visual style that still retains the color kdan perfected with a variety of shades and shadows that I personally think is very good.
for those of you who have never played XCOM before, then XCOM 2 will be a pretty serious challenge. because, this game has a fairly good level of strategy, unlike other RTS action games, for example that can be found in beberaoa similar games. This game precisely placing the tactical members of combat members using Turn Based gameplay. So, we will take turns running troops with opponents.
maybe some of the gamers say it does not feel exciting and slow. However, it is not so if you try to play it yourself. In this game, you will feel the tension as you try to defend the life of the troops in front of a far superior enemy, both in terms of defense and weaponry. Indeed this kind of game is not for all circles gamers like I said before, but if you like it, then this game can make you like.
the storyline in this game originated from the Story that can be found on XCOM 2 is the canal of the story in the first XCOM. In the first series, Earth is attacked by Alien whose purpose is just as mysterious as their own. That's why in the first series named XCOM Enemy Unknown. Once a secret body named XCOM is activated when the first Alien attack arrives, the battle against aliens from outer space begins.
Unfortunately, the story of the Earth's struggle against the Alien invasion did not go well. XCOM as the last line of defense of the Earth so many shortcomings, ranging from funds to technology. Finally, after being defeated by an Alien attack, XCOM was successfully destroyed and we as commander were captured. Man also surrendered in the presence of the Alien race who called himself the Elders. After that, Elders showed good ethics to not oppress people by forming a coalition government called Advent. Since then, human life has increased in quality thanks to the technology provided by Advent. Various deadly diseases in the world successfully eliminated and humans seem to enter a period that can be said to triumph.
However, XCOM did not just die. After successfully freeing himself from defeat, XCOM resumed its battle against Advent. Because, behind the golden age of the Adventist people there is a dark secret. This exciting story is what you will later find in XCOM 2. Through the gravity of guerrilla warfare against the much more powerful Adventists, you will gradually unfold the dark truth that will bring mankind to destruction.
XCOM 2 is a very tough strategy game to play. Because in this game we will always try to get a good strategy, especially in terms of combat power from Advent. That's why clever thinking when playing should be the main capital to win. If you only play the frontal, then the victory will be difficult to get. Turn Based Gameplay on XCOM 2 means we will alternate the turn of the road with the enemy. In our turn, all members of the fighter must be well placed so that they will not die in the enemy attack in the next turn. Of course our combat members must be placed in a position that has protection, Unlike other RTS action games, we can also find various cover or protection from various objects, such as walls, fences, cars, to trees.
Type of cover that can be used various forms. Some are only able to protect half the body and full protection. To know the type of cover, you just point the pointer to the cover. When a full shield appears, full protection, if only half the shield is only half protection. then what separates each cover is, When we launch an attack, the likelihood of success of our attack will be shown in percentage form. The closer to 100%, the more likely the success of the attack will be higher. in one way to reduce that percentage is to take cover behind the cover already provided in every battle field. The more protected it is, the percentage will be reduced by more than half the protection.
in this game Members of combat that we bring to the battlefield is also an important element to note. Because, they have four classes with different roles. at the beginning maybe we can only carry four members only, so any type of character class can be used in battle. Each class will support each other and fill the shortcomings of other classes.
Classes that we can find in this game first is the Ranger with a character that prioritizes melee attacks. with Shotgun weapons and swords, the Ranger is a class used to attack enemies from Flank. That's why this class is able to inflict so much damage, its Skill also supports fast tempo attacks and can help Ranger play a role as Scout. The second class is the Grenadier, a heavyweight soldier capable of destroying enemies with machine-gun cartridges and grenade launchers. about Grenadier, it is simply a role that can destroy the opponent's cover or disrupt the enemy with Supressing attacks. This class is also very appropriate to fight enemies with thick armor, such as robots and cannons.
in this game there is also a supporting role, Specialist is a class that can say many usefulness. On one side can be used to heal from afar, thanks to the help of robot hover named Gremlin. However, the Specialist can also disrupt and take over the enemy robots by Hacking action. In addition, Specialist can also provide cover fire through Overwatch. When the enemy runs in front of Overwatch, the enemy is automatically fired upon by the nearest character. This is a passive war tactic that can be used to withstand enemy attacks.
and there is also a Sharpshooter at the farthest position behind. with a gun in a sniper rifle, this class is capable of providing sharpshooter protection with a very long range. As long as the enemy can be seen by other characters, then the Sharpshooter can shoot him from a great distance though, This class can also be used as a front line attacker, just by changing the skill he uses. When his weapon skill is taken, he can automatically attack the enemy who shot him even before the enemy fired.
in this game there are also some skills that have a very important role in XCOM 2. When fighting, the character we use will depend on the skills you take when leveling up. Basically, the skills of each class are divided into two. like his Sharpshooter with a skill that is divided into skills for snipers and pistols. As for the Ranger is a skill and sword skill, and Grenadier has explosive and support skills, and Specialist is able to use skill to heal and support your attack can adjust to the skill of each character in order to be more able to help other character class.
Each new skill can only be selected when leveling up. The choice also does not have to be from the same set, for example after selecting the gun skill, at the next level we can also choose the skill from the sniper. The decision to select the skill depends entirely on your playing style. When you feel incompatible with the choice of skills, you can change it by building a special module in the base.
what is a module ??, to Build the module was not easy. space that can be occupied module still contains various components of Alien, Avenger is Alien ship taken over by XCOM. For that, the room must be cleaned first. However, to clean it is necessary Engineer that can only be obtained through a mission gift or purchased. Once cleared, you can just build it. It also needs more money, Resource, and electricity to run it, and there are also operational costs, I can say it is difficult because of some provisions that can make some gamers difficult, no matter the module will be made with the passage of time.
we go back to the skill, Essentially, the skill we have will determine what kind of game will be. However, no matter how much skill you have, it will be less effective if it is not accompanied by a strong combat gear. To get the gear, all will center on Avenger's flying headquarters that we have. However, improving technology and at the same time balancing it with the ability to buy in order to strengthen the character is not as easy as I said before guys.
New features that distinguish the first XCOM with XCOM 2 is in the feature to travel the world with the help of Avenger. Due to the guerrilla nature of the game, we will build a network with countries in the world to get support from every country. The bigger our support network, the resources that can be obtained will also be greater. During the game, we will also find a variety of areas that can be visited and provide various rewards.
in this game also has its name Doom Meter, To reduce or slow down Doom Meter, we must actively pursue various missions associated with Project Avatar. However, if the mission is in a country that we have not made one of XCOM network, then the mission can not we live, The longer we waste time and abandon the mission, will result in Doom Meter will be fuller.
Another disadvantage of Doom Meter is that every part of Project Avatar that finishes will give a penalty for our game. It could be that the enemy will become stronger thanks to additional armor, the cost of recruiting new soldiers is increasingly expensive, the enemy is quicker to send reinforcements when we attack, even to send UFO troops to hunt Avenger.
maybe it's just that I can convey to you all about the game XCOM 2, which can you infer from this game is a feature of the strategy which I think is pretty solid and better than the first series of his, and you can also provide your own conclusions on this game , so much of me to this day, we will meet again tomorrow at the same hour.
Never played this game but now I might have to give it a shot 😂
I suggest u be like the game,come and try this game bro