A patch is a piece of software designed to update XCOM: Enemy Unknown by fixing bugs and improving the playability or performance.
XCOM: Enemy Within[]
2nd Update[]
Released: 02/25/2014
Source: 2K Support
- Console:
- Fixed an issue where units would not return to low cover after using Suppression.
- Units should no longer become stuck in walls in HQ Assault.
- Aliens entering the map on to a proximity mine will no longer cause the game to crash.
- PC and Console:
- Balance changes to Mimetic Skin.
- The Foundry project Improved Pistol I has been applied to Laser and Plasma Pistols.
- Additional MP Balance changes to unit costs in the loadout screen.
- Fix for a hang when Close Combat Specialist triggers while affected by Neural Damping.
- Ironman save turning in to an autosave when spamming save/exit.
- PC Only:
- Pause button to strategy and tactical game.
- Bug Fix for the Edison achievement not unlocking when researching all techs.
- Add Hunker Down to the key bindings page.
- Allowing XEW to unlock Second Wave options based on Steam achievements a user has.
- Addition of Touch controls to the game.
- Additional Notes Regarding Touch Support
- Touch support can be enabled through the options menu. For full functionality, it is recommended to use this option with a multi-touch display. All features may not be available with single-touch displays. If this feature is enabled without a touch display the game may become unresponsive. This option can be disabled at any time with or without using a touch display through the options menu.
- Text editing support is limited to Keyboard only.
- Additional Notes Regarding Touch Support
Note: A minor patch was released on 03/10/2014 to fix a key binding issue encountered by some players following this update.
1st Update[]
Released: 12/02/2013
Source: 2K Support
- Features:
- Addition of Traditional Chinese
- Bug Fixes:
- Fixed an issue where units would not return to low cover after using Suppression.
- Units should no longer become stuck in walls in HQ Assault.
- Aliens entering the map on to a proximity mine will no longer cause the game to crash.
XCOM: Enemy Unknown[]
iOS Update[]
Released: 02/11/2014
Source: 2K Support
An update was released on February 11, 2014 that addressed the following:
- Fixed Fog of War issue on the iPhone 5S and new iOS devices, allowing for improved map visibility in the last level.
- Improved the stability on iPad mini, iPod Touch5, iPad 2 and iPhone 4S.
- Fixed multiplayer bugs
- Fixed iOS7 bugs
3rd Update[]
Released: 01/08/2013
Source: 2K Blog
- Second Wave addition (gameplay details in the press release)
If a player has beaten the game, they can access a variety of gameplay toggles upon starting a new game. The Second Wave option will be available on the New Game menu. - AI teleport bug fix
Minimizes the bug where aliens teleport into the middle of a player’s squad - Defeat screen when beating the game
Minimizes a bug that displays a Defeat screen after winning the game - Chris Kluwe as XCOM Hero unlock (PC only)
2nd Update[]
Released: 11/08/2012
Source: 2K Forum
- Abductor roof visibility problems resolved
- Interception game hang issues resolved
- If two Interceptors are sent after UFO
- If Skyranger is returning from combat after an Interceptor was already deployed
- S.H.I.V. inaccessible issues resolved
- AI Alien Activity Hang resolution
- Multiplayer connectivity optimization
1st Update[]
Released: 10/12/2012
Source: Gamefront
- Various visibility/hiding optimizations
- Multiplayer text chat support (J to activate)
- Mouse 4/5 will switch soldiers in the Barracks
- ESC hides the movement grid if you do not want to commit to a move while it is activated
- Squad Sight ability optimization
- Fixed issue when equipping two grenades with Deep Pockets.
- Fixed Rapid Fire sometimes consuming too much ammo.
- SHIVs that are damaged will no longer become unusable.
- Fixed some hangs/soft crashes in tactical combat.
- Replaced software cursor with the operating system cursor to reduce lag and framerate dependence.
- Fixed rendering bug which causes some soldier’s hair to appear as if it is rendering on top of environment fog.
- 1080p movies are now used at all times on the PC.