X-COM (Series) Alternatives

X-COM is described as 'XCOM is a series of sci-fi video games surrounding an Extraterrestrial Combat Unit setup by the nations of Earth to combat an alien invasion' and is an game in the games category. There are more than 10 games similar to X-COM for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Steam, GOG.com, Linux and Mac. The best alternative is Othercide. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Fire Emblem Heroes or Heroes of Steel. Other X-COM like games are Shadowrun Returns, Valkyria Chronicles, Xenonauts and Final Fantasy Tactics.

X-COM alternatives are mainly Turn Based Games but may also be Role-playing Games. Filter by these if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of X-COM.

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Othercide
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7 alternatives to Othercide
Descend into Humanity’s last hope. The Daughters, echoes of the greatest warrior to ever live, are all who stand before Suffering and death.
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1. Single playerOthercide has one or more single player game modes.
2. Works OfflineOthercide can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
Shadowrun Returns (Series)
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18 alternatives to Shadowrun Returns
MAN MEETS MAGIC & MACHINE. The year is 2054. Magic has returned to the world, awakening powerful creatures of myth and legend. Technology merges with flesh and consciousness. Elves, trolls, orks and dwarves walk among us, while ruthless corporations bleed the world dry.
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Deep setting
Isometric view
Discontinued
The website and mobiles apps are not available anymore. The game is still available on Steam, but the last update was in 2014, so don't expect updates or support.
Fire Emblem Heroes
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12 alternatives to Fire Emblem Heroes
Open the gateways between worlds, Heroes at your side in Nintendo's epic RPG-strategy series reimagined for mobile devices. The Fire Emblem series comprises strategy/role-playing games with deep tactical elements and depth that increases with every move you make.
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Free to play
Valkyria Chronicles (Series)
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12 alternatives to Valkyria Chronicles
Military-themed tactical role-playing video games.
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Third person perspective
Squad based
Xenonauts (Series)
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20 alternatives to Xenonauts
1 October, 1979: Unidentified forces presumed of extraterrestrial origin arrive in Earth orbit. Panic spreads across the globe as attempts at communication fail and attempts to engage the invaders are met with heavy losses and little success.
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Final Fantasy Tactics (Series)
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20 alternatives to Final Fantasy Tactics
Relive the Final Fantasy universe through this tactical RPG with deep historical roots as the first of a kind for the Final Fantasy series. The game debuted for Sony's PSP in 2007 and has finally made it to modern mobile devices with a mobile-focused interface.
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Jagged Alliance (Series)
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13 alternatives to Jagged Alliance
You and your mercenaries have to reclaim the island sector by sector, turn by turn. Cultivate the Fallow Trees and process their juices, as they are the basis for your funding. Hire better mercenaries, train local militias and manage your equipment wisely.
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1. Works OfflineJagged Alliance can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
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Pathway
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13 alternatives to Pathway
Pathway is a turn-based strategy game designed to provide players with approachable, fast-paced and fun squad skirmishes in an early 20th century pulp-adventure setting. Quickly run for cover, flank enemies and utilize your team’s special abilities to turn the tide of battle in...
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Java based
Pixel graphics
Into the Breach
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12 alternatives to Into the Breach
Into the Breach is set in the far future where humanity fights against an army of giant monsters collectively called the Vek. To combat them, the player controls soldiers that operate giant mechs that can be equipped with a variety of weapons, armor, and other equipment.
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Squad based
Invisible, Inc.
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14 alternatives to Invisible, Inc.
Invisible, Inc. is a turn-based tactics stealth video game incorporating elements of roguelike gameplay, developed by Canadian independent studio Klei Entertainment.
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1. ModdableInvisible, Inc. can be modified through the installation of external mods.
Procedurally generated
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