Capes: XCOM with Superheroes

[Trike]

Apparently this is releasing May 29th (2024, for those reading this in the future), on PC, Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo Switch.

 

This is the first I’ve heard of it. I loved the XCOM reboot, the follow-up not so much, and obviously I’m into superheroes, so I’m intrigued. I also really enjoyed the Gears of War turn-based game, so I’m down for this.

 

Be advised, they use adult language. The dialogue so far isn’t great but the gameplay looks decent.

 

Capes preview:

 

 

[ThaOGDreamWeaver]

Aside from the worst attempt at an East End accent I've heard since Basher Tarr, looks decent. The intro flows well and lampshades the usual "training mode" setups, there's some neat ideas, and the plotline looks like it could shape up decently enough (...so far. Though Doc Vazhilok seems to be taking a vacation to King City). 

 

Downsides: dialogue does clunk a little, and I presume the combat style gets more fluid once you're familiar with the controls. But unless it comes to mobile, I don't think it's for me. I need more speed in my destruction.

[InvaderStych]

15 hours ago, ThaOGDreamWeaver said:

Aside from the worst attempt at an East End accent I've heard since Basher Tarr, looks decent.

 

Heh, no kidding. Even from this side of the pond I can tell how awkward that sounds. 🤣

 

I don't know anything about X-Com games, but seems like a decent ride for the turn-based crowd. I only skimmed through the video though. Sort of full up on games at the moment. 😄 

[Frostbiter]

I liked the XCOM reboot. Well, minus the game just creating artificial difficulty by spawning units in on you, frequently from behind.  I'll try and check this one out too.

[Krimson]

Hmm... A turn-based superhero game, and here I am making content for Freedom Force. I'll be keeping an eye on this.