2K Games has announced the first downloadable content for their turn-based strategy game XCOM: Enemy Unknown.
The Firaxis developed game will be seeing two pieces of single-player add-on content for the PC, PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360.
The first DLC is called the Slingshot Content Pack, and is set to feature a new set of linked Council missions. You will also meet an “enigmatic” Triad operative, as well divert an alien ship’s course and battle aliens in the skies over China. The pack – which is not yet dated or priced – will feature three new maps tied to the Council missions, a new playable squad character with a unique story and voice and new character customisation options.
The other pack is the Elite Soldier Pack, which was free to those who pre-ordered the game or bought it at launch, and is now available to buy for 400MS Points or $4.99.
Details for each pack as per 2K Games:
Slingshot Content Pack – The first of two add-on content packs for XCOM: Enemy Unknown, will be available soon. In this new set of linked Council missions, gamers will meet an enigmatic Triad operative, divert an alien ship’s course, and do battle with the aliens in the skies over China. The Slingshot Content Pack includes three new maps tied to the Council missions, a new playable squad character with a unique story and voice and new character customization options. The release date and pricing of the Slingshot Content Pack will be announced soon.
Elite Soldier Pack – Originally free for those who pre-ordered XCOM: Enemy Unknown or purchased the game at launch, is now available for purchase for $4.99 (PlayStation Network) / 400 Microsoft Points (Xbox Live online entertainment network) / $4.99 (Windows PC). The Elite Soldier Pack provides the ultimate tools for soldier customization in XCOM: Enemy Unknown, including:
- Classic X-COM soldier: Players will instantly receive a new recruit in their barracks inspired by the original X-COM: UFO Defense. The iconic soldier with the blonde, flattop hairstyle will return fully modernized.
- Soldier Deco packs: Players can customize their soldier with several aesthetic upgrades to armor suits, including the new Hyperion and Reaper soldier armor kits.
- Complete color customization: A variety of colors and tints for all armor sets in the game allow players complete control to customize their squad’s look.
