XCOM: Enemy Unknown Release Date Announced

Ironic to say the least that the strategy title everyone wanted and was announced far later seems to be coming out earlier then the now again delayed (to 2014) "XCOM" FPS.

Elite Soldier Pack details in full:
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 in his full glory, modernised with the rest of the XCOM universe.
Soldier Deco packs: Players can customize their soldier with several aesthetic upgrades to armour suits, including the new Hyperion and Reaper soldier armour kits.
Complete colour customisation: A variety of colors and tints for all armor sets in the game allow players complete control to customise their squad’s look.

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2K Games has announced that the much-anticipated XCOM: Enemy Unknown will be released for PC, PS3 and Xbox 360 on October 9, 2012 in North America and October 12, 2012 in Europe.

A pre-order bonus was also described: an Elite Soldier Pack, which offers "top-of-the-line soldier customization features that will only be available for a limited time", according to the release (see below for full details). There will be a PC-exclusive Special Edition with an art book, poster, an insignia badge and digital goodies.

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