


XCOM® 2 vs FTL: Faster Than Light

Higher community rating
FTL: Faster Than Light
+2
rating points
More player ratings
XCOM® 2
440 ratings

Quick Take
Shared Taste
XCOM® 2 Stands Out
FTL: Faster Than Light Stands Out
Higher Rated
Similarity Breakdown
Similar
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Same
Perspective
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Genres
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Themes
Different
Features
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Key Differences
Game Modes
XCOM® 2
FTL: Faster Than Light
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XCOM® 2
FTL: Faster Than Light
Features
XCOM® 2
FTL: Faster Than Light
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | XCOM® 2 | FTL: Faster Than Light |
|---|---|---|
| Release Date | Feb 4, 2016 | Sep 14, 2012 |
| Rating | 84/100 (440 ratings) | 86/100 (427 ratings) |
| Genres | Role-playing (RPG)SimulatorStrategyTacticalTurn-based strategy (TBS) | IndieRole-playing (RPG)SimulatorStrategy |
| Themes | Science fiction | Science fiction |
| Features | procedural generationtooltipsaliensteleportationdifficulty levelexplosionrobotsbase managementxcomalien languagesbreaking through windowsdisorientationfaceless protagonistfake glitchforeshadowingin-engine cinematicinfinite spawninvented languagejellyfishliberation | procedural generationtooltipsaliensteleportationdifficulty levelexplosionrobotspausable real time combatreal-time combatroguelikespace simulationblack marketcolor blind assistigf awardsmulti-phase bossrebelsgiant insectsmerchantsspace battleupgradeable vehicles |
| Game Modes | MultiplayerSingle player | Single player |
| Player Perspective | Bird view / Isometric | Bird view / Isometric |
| Platforms | Linux, Mac, Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One | Linux, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS |
Comparison Summary
XCOM® 2 and FTL: Faster Than Light have a 7/10 match score. Both games overlap around Single player, Bird view / Isometric, Role-playing (RPG), Simulator, Strategy, Science fiction.
XCOM® 2 stands out for Multiplayer, Tactical, Turn-based strategy (TBS), base management, while FTL: Faster Than Light stands out for Indie, pausable real time combat, real-time combat, roguelike.
FTL: Faster Than Light has the higher community rating in the current dataset. Players who enjoy Single player, Bird view / Isometric, Role-playing (RPG) are the most likely to find value in both.
