X-COM
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X-COM is a science fiction video game franchise centered around an elite international organization tasked with defending Earth against alien invasions. The series began with UFO: Enemy Unknown in 1994, developed by Julian Gollop's Mythos Games and MicroProse. It features turn-based ground combat and strategic management, allowing players to research alien technology and develop new weapons. The original series includes Terror from the Deep, Apocalypse, and Interceptor, each set in different environments. The franchise was rebooted with XCOM: Enemy Unknown in 2012 by Firaxis Games, offering a tactical gameplay experience with deep strategic elements. Players manage resources, research technologies, and engage in turn-based combat against alien forces. The series emphasizes teamwork and strategic planning, with later titles like XCOM 2 and XCOM: Chimera Squad expanding on these themes. X-COM also inspired a board game, XCOM: The Board Game, which provides a cooperative real-time experience.
