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Tactics 2012

XCOM: Enemy Unknown

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Our Verdict
BUY
Must Buy

Excellent game. Worth full price.

Metacritic Score 89

Based on Metacritic aggregate score from professional reviews.

Reasons to Buy
  • Metacritic score of 89 — excellent
  • High-quality execution in Tactics genre
  • Worth full price for fans of the genre
  • Strong critical and community reception
Consider This
  • Some rough edges that prevent a perfect score
  • May not convert players unfamiliar with Tactics
Who Is This For?

Strategy fans who enjoy turn-based combat and permadeath consequences.

How We Score

Our verdicts combine Metacritic aggregate scores with price-to-value analysis and community reception. 88+ = Must Buy. 82–87 = Strong Buy. 75–81 = Buy. 70–74 = Wait for Sale. Below 70 = Skip.

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Metacritic 89/100
Verdict Must Buy
Released2012
Genre Tactics
💡 Price Tip

Buy now — this game holds value and won't drop much.