X@COM
| X@COM | |
|---|---|
| Alpha Project | |
| Developer | Josh Ge |
| Theme | Sci-Fi |
| Influences | X-COM |
| Released | 2011 ARRP (pre-alpha tech demo) |
| Updated | |
| Licensing | Freeware, Closed Source |
| P. Language | Cpp |
| Platforms | Windows |
| Interface | ASCII, Keyboard, Mouse |
| Game Length | |
| Official site of X@COM | |
A complete remake of the original X-COM, console-style.
Background
The initial goal of X@COM is to put together a more-or-less faithful recreation of the original, though rendered using simple ASCII graphics. This first stage will of course also implement any interface improvements necessary to streamline play (the original had its notable few faults which most remakes attempt to correct). The second stage will expand on game content where possible, not in a way that affects balance or gameplay, but more to expand X-COM's breadth (for example, a greater number of combat environments). An eventual third stage will add numerous optional settings and possibilities which give the game greater depth.
Progress
See the development blog for frequent status updates/screenshots/videos, or check the FAQ or changelog.
Engine
5% : Interface 0% : Sound
Battlescape
75% : Mechanics 15% : Data 10% : Visuals 5% : Interface 0% : SFX 0% : Map Generation 0% : AI
Geoscape
0% (not implemented until battlescape complete)
Notable Features
Currently Implemented:
- 3D environment
- Sideview map for aiming in third dimension
- Gravity effects on terrain (optional)
- Particle engine for visual effects
- All data loaded from text files
- Highly flexible/modular data for easy and creative modding
Coming Soon:
- Sound FX
- Advanced interface
Demo
A playable tech demo was released for ARRP 2011. Information about the first release and a download link can be found here.
From the readme: "The game will automatically start up in ARRP mode, which builds a random 60x60 map and gives you 8 X-COM units of varying experience armed with an array of conventional weapons. There are only 4 aliens on the map at first, most likely found near their scout UFO, but more will gradually arrive (tending to concentrate around the UFO). The aliens and their equipment are completely random. Kill all the aliens to win--it is not impossible, but you will be outnumbered and outgunned pretty quickly. You might be happy to know the number of aliens is capped at 1,000. Good luck."
Copyright
The X-COM name and content are the property of their respective copyright holders--this is a free fan project.