The ‘Slingshot’ DLC for the Firaxis developed strategy game XCOM: Enemy Unknown is out now for Xbox 360, PS3 and PC.

This first add-on for the game will cost you $6.99 on PSN, or 560 MS Points on Xbox LIVE and $6.99 on PC.

In ‘Slingshot’  you will meet an “enigmatic Triad operative, divert an alien ship’s course, and do battle with the aliens in the skies over China in a new set of linked Council missions.”  The DLC includes three new maps tied to the Council missions, along with a new playable squad character who has a unique story and voice, and new character customization options.