X-COM: Interceptor
by MicroProse
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Product Summary
Brand: MicroProse Software, Inc.Format: CD-ROM
Platform: Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows XP
Publisher: MicroProse
Product features:
- Wreak complete destruction in an addictive and seamless combination of combat action and strategy
- Mastermind your plan by purchasing equipment, hiring pilots, and researching new technologies
- Pilot your own X-Com attack ship in a face-to-face 3D first person environment.
Video Game Reviews of X-COM: Interceptor
Customer Review: Not great in the same way as the original, but still a very strong game.
Summary: 4 Stars
I have been a huge fan of XCOM since the first release, and like many, this game was so different from its predecessors, that I originally didn't care for it so much. But, over the years, along with Masters of Orion, Shogun/Medieval Total War, and a small list of other classics, I still bring this out from time to time and enjoy it immensely. In fact, it is hard to stop playing... Why is it so enjoyable? It is easy to learn, it offers a convincing atmosphere much like the original. Replayability is great; although the overall strategy is fixed, each battle and the development of the game is contingent on too many factors to be readily predictable. The research and technology provide many interesting twists. I find the crafts nicely maneuverable, and the fun of facing the different craft with different skill levels based on alien races very cool. This game is also challenging, unlike many other space and combat flight sims, although it does not require one to assign every key to a critical function like some. In all, the game blends a strategic level of gameplay with the tactical in a very satisfying package. If you like space sims, I don't think you will be disappointed with this one. BTW, I would give it 4.5 stars if I could. If they had included an editor, and made it easily modable, I'd give it a 5.
Description of X-COM: Interceptor
They're back... only this time the heinous aliens are out to destroy earth and rule the new Frontier. As X-COM commander, its your sole duty to protect humanity and the prized mining operations in outer space. You must strategically equip your X-COM fighters, amass a formidable aresenal and then fulfill your mandate by going head-to-head with the devious element. The action is fast and the opposing forces wicked. But if you are smart, diligent and quick you will prevail in a masterfully fought campaign to save our planet from perilous collapse.All games
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