"So far, this review has avoided direct comparisons between this game and the original 1994 Microprose classic, partly because the expectations of today’s gamers are slightly different, but mostly because this title deserves to be judged on its own merits. But for those of you who were fans of the original, you should know the remake shares many of the themes and mechanics of the original but it’s still far away from being as deep, tactically speaking. The streamlining certainly makes for a more convenient overall experience, but many of the finer details and sense of control have been lost much."
"You’re still likely to want much more depth and surprise in the tactical game, but the campaign is full of tense moments that are sure to keep you coming back for more."
Als absoluter Fan des Originals habe ich mir das schon nach der Demo gedacht. Dennoch denke ich, dass XCom ein für die heutige Zeit sehr gutes Spiel sein wird. Dass es an die Genialität des Originals nicht ran kommt, muss man wohl einfach akzeptieren. Das Original hatte aber ja auch (vor allem in Bezug auf die Forschung) seine Schwächen...