XCOM: Enemy Unknown taking PC digital pre-sales, bonus items detailed

You can buy XCOM: Enemy Unknown right now if you like, but you won’t be able to play it until 9 October.

Digital pre-sales of $49.99 are available from “participating digital retailers”, granting you the Elite Soldier Pack and “top-of-the-line soldier customisation features” that are apparently limited in supply.

The Elite Soldier Pack includes:

• 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 fully modernized.
• Soldier Deco packs: Players can customize their soldier with several aesthetic upgrades to armor suits, including the new Hyperion and Reaper soldier armor kits.
• Complete colour customization: A variety of colors and tints for all armor sets in the game allow players complete control to customize their squad’s look.

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