New Strategic Resource – A valuable new alien resource has been discovered. Secure it on the battlefield and use it carefully back at base to unlock new research and upgrades.New Enemy Threats – Adopt new tactics to counter the threats from two new alien types – the Mechtoid and the Seeker – and a deadly new organization known as EXALT.
New Soldier Class – Build the Cybernetics Lab to enable the construction of the new Mechanized Exoskeletal Cybersuit, or MEC. The new MEC Trooper class has specialized abilities and each suit can be upgraded with new weapons including the flamethrower and grenade launcher.New Tactical Challenges and Maps – Cloak-and-dagger and intelligence operations provide new tactical challenges on over 40 additional new battlefields.
Genetic Modifications – Construct the Genetics Lab to physically enhance your operatives¡¯ abilities including augmentations to the chest, brain, eyes, skin, and legs. New Multiplayer Maps, Units, and Abilities – Create your custom squad from a wider array of options and dominate your opponent in intense, one-on-one, turn-based matches.