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The long running XCOM franchise will be getting its long-awaited current generation console debut soon, with BioShock 2 developer 2K Marin working on a reboot of the classic aliens vs. humans tactical shooter.

The new XCOM sees the series embrace the first-person shooter genre for the first time - quite a drastic change from the traditional strategy-heavy style which XCOM veterans will be accustomed to. Some might fear that this change in perspective may mean a dumbing down of sorts, but the team behind the game say the FPS play style means only good things for the franchise:

"With BioShock 2, the team at 2K Marin proved themselves as masters of first-person, suspenseful storytelling, and with XCOM they will re-imagine and expand the rich lore of this revered franchise," said Christoph Hartmann, president of 2K. "Players will explore the world of XCOM from an immersive new perspective and experience firsthand the fear and tension of this gripping narrative ride."

According to a 2K press release, a release date has not yet been set, but the series reboot is currently destined to appear exclusively on Xbox 360 and Windows PC. We'll keep you informed as more news surfaces.