Xenonauts 2

Turn-based alien defense with global bases and tactical squads

Goldhawk Interactive · Published by Hooded Horse · Released Apr 2, 2026

Reviews: Very Positive; 81% of 5,841
Recent reviews: Mostly Positive; 74% of 104 in 30 days
Playing now: 115; right now
Steam Deck: Playable
Last update: 4 days ago; Sep 18, 2026

What is Xenonauts 2?

An isometric, turn-based strategy game set in an alternate 2009 where the Cold War continues and aliens are infiltrating Earth. You manage a global base network, research recovered technology, intercept UFOs, equip soldiers, and command squads against aliens and their human collaborators.

For you if...

+you want turn-based tactics with a deep strategic layer
+you enjoy managing bases, research, aircraft, and soldier equipment
+you accept lethal combat where soldiers and bases can be lost

Not for you if...

−you prefer streamlined tactics over detailed long-term planning
−you dislike timed objectives that pressure tactical missions
−you want multiplayer rather than a single-player campaign

What players say

81% of 5,841 reviews are positive · 74% of 104 in the last 30 days

Players praise its faithful take on classic X-COM, especially the base management, research, equipment choices, and larger-scale tactical battles. Players commonly complain that it changes too little from the first Xenonauts, lacks mission and equipment variety, and uses restrictive turn limits; some also criticize its polish, interface, and sound design.

Screenshots and trailer

Xenonauts 2 system requirements

As published by the developer.

Minimum

OS: Windows® 10 (64-bit)
Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-4670K (quad-core) / AMD® FX-Series™ FX-8320 (quad-core)
Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce®™ GT 750 (2 GB) / AMD® Radeon™ R7 260X (2 GB)
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Storage: 8 GB available space
DirectX: Version 11
Notes: SSD required

PC version details

DRM, required accounts, controller support and Steam features.

DRM: None declared on Steam
Controller: Keyboard and mouse
Platforms: Windows
Achievements: 20
Steam features: Cloud saves, Family Sharing, Trading cards

Steam Deck: Playable

Sometimes shows mouse, keyboard or non-Deck controller icons
Some text entry requires manually opening the on-screen keyboard
Some in-game text is small and may be hard to read
All functionality is accessible with the default controller configuration
Default graphics settings perform well on Steam Deck

Multiplayer and co-op

Single-player

Languages

Full audio: English. Text only: French, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Russian, Polish, Portuguese - Brazil.