X-COM: UFO Defense Game System: Sony Playstation Cheat Category: Hint Game Company: Microprose Game Category: Strategy Hint, Cheat, Walkthrough:   Subj: X-COM Date: 95-11-01 14:01:12 EDT From: VGS Pete Posted on: America Online It's you against sinister alien invaders in an all out campaign for world control, now out for your PS-X. This game is a port from a PC game, but has several PSX touches to it. Please put all X-COM messages/strategy/tips in this folder. VGS Pete AOL VideoGames Forum StaffSubj: X-COM IS GREAT Date: 95-11-01 16:46:30 EDT From: UpgradeD Posted on: America Online It is a great game but I need codes for it.Someone please help.Subj: Re:X-COM IS GREAT Date: 95-11-16 03:10:08 EDT From: Cableface7 Posted on: America Online i have codes up the butt how much do you want them?Subj: A few tips for early on... Date: 95-11-01 18:19:05 EDT From: Ecowden Posted on: America Online So, how far has everyone gotten? I just ended my old game and started a new one 'cuz I figured out a few things along the way. Yeah, some of these points are in the manual, but here they are anyway: 1) Don't put a base close to the water--at least not in the beginning of the game (perhaps later in the game it can be of use). For instance, I put a base on Japan (largely because of how well they were funding me) and installed a long range radar system. Problem is, I didn't have any hangars, so I couldn't go after any UFOs! And even if I did, most of them were flying over the water. (Just TRY to get a UFO to crash on Japan!) This leads me to... 2) When you're making a base, build as many other buildings as you'll need, e.g., if you need a hangar, keep in mind that it takes 25 days for it to be finished. Don't wait until you have a stash of money in your pocket. 3) I suggest you build TWO bases at the beginning. The first one comes well equipped (three hangars, planes, crew, etc.) and it won't be too long before you'll wish you had another base. So get cracking! I went with my two largest financers (the US and France), so I've got a base smack-dab in the middle of each of those countries. 4) If you have a second base without a Skyranger, at least keep an Interceptor there. The Interceptor has a very limited range in comparison to the Skyranger, so plan to take out the UFOs in other countries and send in the Skyranger (assuming you have only one at this point). The Skyranger can easily make a long trip from the US to Asia--an Interceptor can't. X-COM is a long, strategic game.. and I got my feet wet by learning how to play, quitting that first 'practice' game, and starting a new one with tactics I learned. (I admit it's tough to quit that first game, but once you won't have regrets when you plunge into a new one.) There probably are cheats out there, but I think you'll actually cheat yourself of the game's challenging appeal if you use them. This game is specifically one of long range planning. If you're not interested in that, you'll want the cheat--and miss the game in the process. EdSubj: Re:A few tips for early on... Date: 95-11-02 10:42:15 EDT From: PStation Posted on: America Online <<There probably are cheats out there, but I think you'll actually cheat yourself of the game's challenging appeal if you use them. This game is specifically one of long range planning. If you're not interested in that, you'll want the cheat--and miss the game in the process.>> I couldn't agree more. As far as strategy games go, this has got to be the toughest I've ever played. I'm sure that maybe a money cheat would help a bit, but other than that, I don't think I'd want to go and give my operatives every alien weapon all at once or anything. I'm curious, Ecowden, about what difficulty setting you're playing on? I'm doing beginner right now and I can't imagine it getting much harder. I assume with higher difficulty settings, there are more UFOs to chase down and probably more aliens per encounter. I dunno - I think it'll be a while before I go trying the Superhuman mode.Subj: Re:A few tips for early on... Date: 95-11-02 22:00:45 EDT From: Ecowden Posted on: America Online Actually, PStation, I'm at beginner level too and it's TOUGH! I'll try a few days on the tough setting though, just to see what's in store for the future. Here's a RESEARCH tip: when you get a chance, study ALIEN ALLOYS. This will enable you to research and eventually produce some protective gear for your troops. This will make it difficult for aliens to kill your favorite players. BTW, aliens can actually kill eachother. I was fighting in one two-hour battle last night in which a mini-flying saucer shot another one down (a bad shot, I'd say). Thankfully, the enemy is not infallible. EdwardSubj: Re:A few tips for early on... Date: 95-11-03 10:09:53 EDT From: PStation Posted on: America Online Ecowden: Glad to hear you're also playing on beginner...Now I don't feel like such a pansy. :) I figure I'll try out the Superhuman level and see what happens too. Oh, as my first research project in the new game I started, I'm doing the Alien Alloys. Looking forward to getting some protective gear made for the troops.Subj: Re:A few tips for early on... Date: 96-04-06 21:40:27 EDT From: LordKaneda Posted on: America Online I think your base strategy is good. You need to have two at the beginning. Your origional base that is well equipt, and a listening post. Maybe after a month or two you can upgrade the listening post to have a hanger or two. Then you make a 3rd base, that is another listening post. You just keep doing that until you have reached the maximum number of bases. Another good strategy is to scrap the pistols you get in the game. Then buy a few rifles, but buy a lot of scientists. After your first mission you study the alien technology, then you scrap the rifles, and you have good weaponry. Thats what I did, in the PC version. Subj: Is it out? Date: 95-11-01 18:54:33 EDT From: MiStIfYeR Posted on: America Online Is it like the PC ver? Should i get it? Mistifyer Mistifyer@aol.com Subj: Release date. Date: 95-11-01 19:02:41 EDT From: AnimeAlex1 Posted on: America Online Is this the japanese version you are talking about or has the US release of XCOM for the PSX out already.Subj: What is it about? Date: 95-11-01 19:50:11 EDT From: MK3 Kabal Posted on: America Online What is this game about and like?Subj: Sparse Manual Date: 95-11-02 10:45:36 EDT From: PStation Posted on: America Online I can't seem to figure out exactly why the manual has so little game info in it. With the exception of the walkthrough, there's very little info about the control of many of the options in the game. Sure, it adds to the challenge by making you figure them out yourself, but a summary of the weapons or something along those lines would have been nice. Makes me curious as to how in depth the PC version manual was.Subj: x-com is better on com. Date: 95-11-02 15:47:59 EDT From: FIZBAN WHO Posted on: America Online I have been playing this for almost a year on my computer at home. And it still one of if not the best games i own. I bought it for psx because i sort of lost it on my computer. Anyway if you have a ibm get it on that. It's much faster MUCH. but if you need to have it on psx i strongly recommend buying it simply because its great.Subj: Re:x-com is better on com. Date: 95-11-09 01:46:10 EDT From: SirDome Posted on: America Online did the game lose anything in translation to the PSX? I have it on my computer and love it - but am interested in the PSX version. What do you think?Subj: Re:Sparse Manual Date: 95-11-02 22:10:20 EDT From: Ecowden Posted on: America Online PStation: Are there any particular options you're having trouble with? I've fooled around with the controls quite a bit and have discovered information not contained in the manual. For instance, in the combat mode: those four icons in the bottom left corner of the selection area. One is a ---->, which allows you to use all your Time Units. The icon just below it stands for "Aimed Shot". When selected, you're limited in your movement range in the following manner: Aimed Shot = 43 Time Points. You have 64 Time Points. Thus, available Time Points (64) - Time Points needed for an Aimed Shot (43) = 21 available Time Points. The same type of formula goes for the other icons: one stands for the "Snap Shot" and the last one for "Auto Fire". I suggest using this option just before you allow the aliens to take a turn, as you might not want to limit the movement of all your players. It's use? You can set up a defense with this command. For example, if you're entering an area where you know hostiles are, you can kneel just outside it and give your soldiers the auto-fire command. When an alien comes into range, your soldiers will shoot. *Make sure your soldier is facing in the direction you want him to fire.* Hope that helps some. I was sort of peeved when I found the manual to be lacking in many respects and I downloaded the IBM demo to access that manual, but no luck. If you come up with anything on your own, please let me know. EdwardSubj: Re:Sparse Manual Date: 95-11-03 10:14:09 EDT From: PStation Posted on: America Online Ah-ha! So that's what those buttons are for... Thanks very much for the info. I'd messed around with pushing them, but since I didn't spend any time trying to figure them out in the heat of battle, I had no idea what they were for. Sounds like you may be a bit more resourceful than me, but I'll let you know if I come up with any mystery solutions.Subj: Re:Sparse Manual Date: 95-11-03 10:15:20 EDT From: PStation Posted on: America Online Btw: Um...Are we like the only two people who have this game or what? :)Subj: Re:Sparse Manual Date: 95-11-03 23:48:53 EDT From: Ecowden Posted on: America Online Dunno, but we know who's losing out. (grin) As for more on XCOM, I suggest taking a look over in the PC Software forum. Search "XCOM" and, among other things, you'll find an Unofficial Strategy Guide. No PS cheats there, folks. Just strategy tips. EdSubj: Re:Sparse Manual Date: 95-11-04 23:07:11 EDT From: ESienk Posted on: America Online This is a must have game!!! Sure takes the strategies of chess into a kick ass realm! Keep those tips coming.... Subj: New X-COM owner Date: 95-11-05 20:26:56 EDT From: Apex Bus Posted on: America Online I just traded in my Power Serve 3-D Tennis for X-COM. X-COM is definitely the better game. The wonderful music really sets the atmosphere for this scenario. The battlezone part of the game reminds me of Maxis' wonderful game: Robosport! My question: Is there any goal that I'm supposed to be pressing toward? It seems that the whole point of the game is to wait for a UFO to come near my base, intercept it, investigate its crash site, return to base, upgrade bases, start the cycle over again. What is the point? Do I ever get to mount assaults against cities that the aliens took over? Do I get to mount assaults against alien mother ships? ChrisSubj: Re:Sparse Manual Date: 95-11-05 20:35:08 EDT From: Ecowden Posted on: America Online Thankfully, XCOM is more indepth than that. The further you get into the game, the more you'll see. For instance: When aliens create bases, you can attack them with a ground force. "Motherships" begin making their way to the planet--we're talking multilevel UFOs, here (and all that implies). I'm sure there's more to this game. It couldn't have made "Best Strategy Game of the Year" last year if it were just "attack UFO, gather items at the crash site, research them, attack UFO, etc.". Keep a watchful eye--and don't always be so quick shooting those small UFOs down: they may be scouts for larger things to come. EdwardSubj: Re:Sparse Manual Date: 96-02-08 05:03:54 EDT From: Grant 975 Posted on: America Online No your not i too am highly involved in X-COM heh heh just wait till you get to Mars by far one of the best stratgy games on any platform system! If you want any tips on bulding UFO's let me know!Subj: manual Date: 95-11-03 13:20:36 EDT From: FIZBAN WHO Posted on: America Online If you need any help or have questions about the game just post them. I know almost everything there is to know about this great game. Subj: Re: Unofficial Strategy Guide Date: 95-11-04 16:39:23 EDT From: Ecowden Posted on: America Online Just a note to anyone planning on getting this in the IBM Forum: there is a LOT of information in that guide. So much that you won't want to look at it, otherwise you'll ruin all the surprises you have in store for you. I started reading it, saw a few overly explicit suggestions and insights, and I stopped reading. Be warned!Subj: Re: Unofficial Strategy Guide Date: 96-01-06 01:33:06 EDT From: Jonfree103 Posted on: America Online where is the guide within ibm forum?:?Subj: XCOM and XCOM2.... Date: 95-11-05 10:26:18 EDT From: Lord Nykon Posted on: America Online Ive played XCOM2-Terror from the Deep on my PC...has anyone played both XCOM games? Which is better? Should I wait for XCOM2 to come out for the PSX or get XCOM now?Subj: Re:XCOM and XCOM2.... Date: 96-04-06 21:42:39 EDT From: LordKaneda Posted on: America Online X-COM2 kinda bites, but atleast it is a new challenge. Emphasis on challenge, land terror missions are easy. But when a cargo or cruise ship gets attacked, you had better be prepared for the long haul. There are like 3 levels to a boat terror mission. When you attack a colony, you have to battle through two levels. The outside, then the inside. It is so annoying. THe rest of the game is about the same. Subj: Re:XCOM and XCOM2.... Date: 95-11-05 16:58:57 EDT From: Ecowden Posted on: America Online I've only played the PSX version--but if you still have your PC, X-COM is likely faster on the PC than the PSX. (The PSX version suffers from ~40 second loads between stages.) But since you've played XCOM2 already, you might want to just rent XCOM on the PSX and see for yourself--and if you like XCOM, buy it for your PC. EdwardSubj: Rearming your Interceptor Date: 95-11-05 17:06:39 EDT From: Ecowden Posted on: America Online Here's a tip if you're having trouble rearming your Interceptor: If you have Avalanche missles in storage (or stingers or cannons, etc.) but can't seem to get them armed onto your plane, 'reset' the Hangar status by sending your plane out to a "Waypoint" close to the base. Once departed, return the plane back to the hangar and your plane will be rearmed. This problem pops up when your plane doesn't have enough weapons to re-equip it and you purchase/transfer weapons to the base. It's annoying that the game doesn't recognize you've received the weapon supplies, but this is a way to get around it.Subj: Research Date: 95-11-06 14:31:26 EDT From: PStation Posted on: America Online I'm beginning to wonder if all this research I'm doing on UFO components is building up to the fact that X-Com will eventually be building their own UFOs...Anyone know if that's the case? I think the reasearch is one of the more exciting aspects of this game, as it's pretty cool to get ahold of the aliens' weapons, study them, and build new ones for X-Com. -Scott Pain StationSubj: Re:Research Date: 95-11-06 16:10:45 EDT From: MAc 6100 Posted on: America Online You are absolutely correct.Subj: Use the Mouse Date: 95-11-12 17:14:36 EDT From: PWestfall Posted on: America Online If you haven't bought the Mouse for the PSX, Buy it. It's a whole lot easier and alot quicker.Subj: Re:Use the Mouse Date: 95-11-13 19:57:17 EDT From: DooDooNECK Posted on: America Online Heck yes! The mouse makes life much easier. If you own X-COM on the Playstation the mouse is a must! DOODOONECKSubj: X-Com Date: 95-11-14 14:48:21 EDT From: EventHrzin Posted on: America Online Review: Some poeple may find this game enjoyable, however for me it simply makes me want to pick up my PSX and throw it against a wall. Yes I am good at games, but this game is fruststraightling hard to play. Mainly because of the amount of time it takes to do anything, restocking rifle rounds can take 5 minutes in real life to do, 3 days game time. And then just when you think you got some controll, the game it self cheats. By not letting you fire a gun when you should be able to. For those of you who have this game, yes I know every reason why I can not, but I speak the truth. I strongly recomend that whoever may be considering buying this game, DO NOT..Subj: Re:X-Com Date: 95-11-15 00:34:54 EDT From: PWestfall Posted on: America Online Hey, it's an excellent game. Learn to play it right.Subj: Re:X-Com Date: 95-11-25 12:06:36 EDT From: CMC Magic Posted on: America Online Seems like you don't have the hang of the game yet. You shouldn't have to be restocking rifle rounds. More than enough are picked up on missions. (Besides, you only use rifles in the very beginning of the game.) As for having the time to shoot and it won't let you, probably what is happening is you have the time, but you are facing the wrong way. When you tell it to shoot, man must first turn toward target and the time that takes doesn't leave enough to shoot. THIS IS A GREAT GAME!Subj: the instruction book Date: 95-11-14 16:06:28 EDT From: AKrynicky Posted on: America Online is it me or does the instruction book forget to mention what all of the icons do in the battle map and evrywhere else?Subj: Re:the instruction book Date: 95-11-14 16:58:40 EDT From: PStation Posted on: America Online You're absolutely right. I had the same complaint myself. One thing you can do though, is go to the "PC Software" area here on AOL and search for "XCOM" and download the Unofficial Strategy Guide. There are a couple other files there that may help as well for other gaming info. Since the game is a port of the original PC version, everything is the same for the PSX version (I believe). Also, I was in a book store this weekend and found a strategy book on the game, which gave all the various info and some helpful tips on getting started and winning the game... Hope that helps!Subj: STRAIGHT FROM MICROPROSE Date: 95-11-16 23:30:55 EDT From: AGUSTIN013 Posted on: America Online Subj: Re:XCOM for Sony PSX help Date: 95-11-16 13:41:20 EST From: MicroProse Hi, >> Are there any codes available to generate more money << Sorry, I am not aware of any cheat codes in the game. >> Can I purchase the strategy guide directly from you << We do not sell the strategy guide, but you can purchase it directly from Prima Publishing by calling (916) 632-4400. Regards, Brian/Spectrum Holobyte-MicroProse SORRY TO INFORM YOU ALL OF THIS! AGUSTIN013Subj: WWW.MICROPROSE.COM Date: 95-11-16 23:33:10 EDT From: AGUSTIN013 Posted on: America Online Visit this web site if you want to pick up a supplemental instruction for us PSX owners. Has an excellent guide to what all those icons mean during battle mode, and it also explains the stats of the soldiers... etc... Hope this helps you all! PS. It is in the forum for MICROPROSE PSX releases. Agustin013Subj: Recommend all to purchase... Date: 95-11-17 20:52:16 EDT From: AGUSTIN013 Posted on: America Online There is an official strategie guide for this game that is really really worth it. Yeah the Unofficial guide is good, but this book is really good! I bought mine from Babbages today for 19.99! Kind of $$$ but worth it if you really want to get to mars and kick the aliens ass at there own base! My 2 cents worth! Agustin013Subj: I got it too! Date: 95-11-17 23:08:41 EDT From: PWestfall Posted on: America Online This is a must for people who need stratagies to win. It is well worth the money.Subj: What to do first. Date: 95-11-18 13:37:17 EDT From: PWestfall Posted on: America Online 1. Build another General Store(storage facility). 2. Build a containment center. 3. Hire more scientist. 4. Put all research on Medikits. Afer Medikits have been researched Start reserching your best and biggest weapon. 5. Build another lab. 6. Hire more Engineers. 7. Build more work space. You can make a profit selling items you have research and can make. That's all for now.Subj: Re:What to do first. Date: 95-11-20 01:42:35 EDT From: CMC Magic Posted on: America Online Thanks for the help. Keep it coming.Subj: Research time for Lasers Date: 95-11-23 13:43:03 EDT From: PWestfall Posted on: America Online Research time here is given in what it takes 1 scientist to research laser weapons in days. Adding more scientist will reduce the number of days needed. Laser WeaponsSubj: This was a mistake Date: 95-11-23 13:50:02 EDT From: PWestfall Posted on: America Online Read the next posting. this was sent to soon.Subj: Research laser Weapons Date: 95-11-23 13:48:04 EDT From: PWestfall Posted on: America Online Below is given what it takes 1 scientist to research laser weapons. By adding more scientist the time will be reduced. Laser Weapons 50 Days Laser Pistol 100 Days Laser Rifle 300 Days So if you had 100 scientist studying Laser Pistols it would only take 1 Day. Subj: Re:Research laser Weapons Date: 95-11-24 10:03:31 EDT From: Greggo3744 Posted on: America Online Don't worry about laser weapons. Research the medi-kit, then start working on captured Plasma Weapons. Much more effective than the BEST laser weapons.Subj: Great game - questions Date: 95-12-06 18:06:07 EDT From: Montressor Posted on: America Online I've been spending a lot of time with this game since thanksgiving, and have really found it enjoyable once I 1) bought the PSX mouse and 2) bought an XCOM hint book (the docs *suck*). I think I may have found a bug, though. I've noticed that with asome games, I am unable to use the cannon HPW. The rocket HPW is never a problem, but even after I've bought the cannon HPW and about 20 cannon shells, I still get a message saying I can't load the HPW because I don't have enough ammo. Any ideas? Also, does anyone know if there are any cheats for this game? Specifically to shortcut the research? MontSubj: Re:Great game - questions Date: 95-12-06 18:32:09 EDT From: AGUSTIN013 Posted on: America Online You have to purchase more HPW cannon shells 20 is not enough... There are no cheats... see earlier post from microprose... As far as research goes... Get the laser weapons and the powersuit asap... This will give you a better chance in the beginning... I love this game!!! I have destroyed about 11 alien bases and I am ready to go to cydonia!!! Research is the name of the game... One bug that I found is that you can transfer an aircraft to a new base without a hanger... Only happens in the first few months. C'mon Everybody lets get this folder movin!Subj: Mission: Battle at Cydonia Date: 95-12-08 19:16:42 EDT From: AGUSTIN013 Posted on: America Online YES!, I finally won this game... I hope I do not spoil this for anyone but if you own this game play hard until you beat it cause it is well worth it...kind of.!?!? Lose Cydonia and you are treated to a little FMV featuring the one and only ALMOND HEADED alien and his goons. Win Cydonia and you get to see your buddies run like hell for the ship! Well, this was the beginner level... Now for the next difficulty level. (Finished game with 43 Million in funds... Produce those Plasma Cannons for your ships cause they give such a great profit! I have 75 dedicated engineers producing 40 of these Cannons taking about 6 days... Well just build these babies for quick cash!) agustin013@aol.comSubj: Re:Mission: Battle at Cydonia Date: 95-12-15 02:32:02 EDT From: CMC Magic Posted on: America Online I finally got it done on the easiest level, (92 million in cash). I thought the final battle was easier than some of the alien base battles I fought. Maybe it was because I went loaded with so much fire power.Subj: Should I get it? Date: 95-12-19 12:01:33 EDT From: Pyscohack Posted on: America Online I not a big fan of strategy games, but I like the good ones. I played a demo of X-COM2 on my PC and thought the little mission it sent me on was enjoyable. However it didn't let me build a base or hire doctors and stuff. Is that part cool? I can get one more game for Christmas, should I get this? Jonathan DortchSubj: Re:Should I get it? Date: 95-12-19 12:37:30 EDT From: AGUSTIN013 Posted on: America Online If you get this game for the PSX it is a must to purchase the mouse... and also the Official XCOM book... Why do I say this? It is far much easier to play with the mouse then the controller.... This game took me a good 1.5 months to complete only because I played the genious level... Hard at times but easy once you get a good strategy going. I would buy this over any RPG/SIM being sold for the PSX right now.Subj: Re:Should I get it? Date: 95-12-21 19:18:03 EDT From: PWestfall Posted on: America Online If you liked the Demo of X-Com 2 get it. Be Warned that the book that comes with it is not complete at all. Get a Stratagy guide book if you do get the game and also a memory card.Subj: Re:Should I get it? Date: 95-12-22 02:10:36 EDT From: Ecowden Posted on: America Online Actually, there's a link at The Unofficial Playstation page which will lead you to a Microprose site. The Microprose site is a complement to the X-COM manual, filling in all the holes it left us with. Check out the PlayStation WWW - News page at: http://www.vidgames.com/ps/misc/news.shtml There will be a link in December which will take you to Microprose. EdSubj: Re:Should I get it? Date: 95-12-19 13:20:37 EDT From: Greggo3744 Posted on: America Online If you have a PC, get that version instead. You don't need the official strategy guide either, just download Kasey Chang's Unofficial strategy guide for the PC version (works w/psx version too).Subj: HELP!! Date: 95-12-31 17:05:15 EDT From: TDT100 Posted on: America Online I just got my @ss kicked in a desert level. Does anyone know any good tactics for this situation. I had trouble because of the small amount of cover, the only thing there was was cacti.(sp?) Luckily I saved just before I went in and I would be greatfull if you gave me some tips.Subj: Re:HELP!! Date: 95-12-31 23:58:10 EDT From: AGUSTIN013 Posted on: America Online I beat the game... Try tossing some smoke grenades to help in hiding your soldiers. email me direct if you got any further questions... This game kicks ass.! agustin013@aol.comSubj: Re:HELP!! Date: 96-03-01 18:37:29 EDT From: GAyer12699 Posted on: America Online Try using your tank/cannon or tank/rocket launcher for cover. Have your troops kneel down before ending their turn.Subj: Memory? Date: 96-01-02 21:44:39 EDT From: Viper350 Posted on: America Online I was thinking of purchasing this game but I was not really sure how many blocks on a memory card it takes up? I was wondering if I should buy a card with it along with a mouse.Subj: Re:Memory? Date: 96-01-02 23:21:29 EDT From: Redman211 Posted on: America Online You need a mem card for this game.Subj: Re:Memory? Date: 96-01-03 02:07:04 EDT From: TDiviscour Posted on: America Online It only takes up 2 blocks, but if you don't have a mem card, you better pick one up because this is not a game you're gonna beat in a day. You can only save one game on each memory card. Subj: Re:Memory? Date: 96-01-03 14:51:52 EDT From: AGUSTIN013 Posted on: America Online 2 Blocks it does not... Wait until you get deeper in the game... I have (2) memory cards, and this game takes up 3 to 5 blocks per card... Call it over kill, but I thought that I might need (2) cards incase... Damn Disc World takes up 8 blocks...Subj: Get this game! Date: 96-01-04 05:34:36 EDT From: Apex Bus Posted on: America Online I encourage all to play X-COM: UFO Defense for Playstation! I had a hard time liking this game the first couple of days I bought it, but now I list it among my five favorite PSX titles. (Tekken, Twisted Metal, NHL FaceOff, and NFL GameDay being the other four.) ChrisSubj: Any FAQ'S or hints? Date: 96-01-04 16:41:36 EDT From: MephistoDE Posted on: America Online I'm having a difficult time with this game. I was wondering where I could find a FAQ or hint file for the PSX version. I already have some for the PC version. thanksSubj: Re:Any FAQ'S or hints? Date: 96-01-05 01:09:33 EDT From: AGUSTIN013 Posted on: America Online No need, they are virtually the same. There is an XCOM Official players guide that you can purchase... The game is tough at first because you have no real stretegy. Once you get the right weapons and armor, you will literally become braver. email if you have any really detailed questions... I beat this game on the beginner level, took about 2 months. agustin013Subj: Ellerium-115 Date: 96-01-14 04:26:24 EDT From: Russ Posted on: America Online I have gotten pretty far in this game! Only problem is that I keep running out of Ellerium and my ships cant get refueled and I need to switch back to the old Skyranger/Interceptor rather then use the Avenger untill I find more Ellerium! Is there any way to get more Ellerium? other then getting it on missions? You cant make it!! Most people have problems with money on this game, I always have $6million+, its the ellerium that kills me. Thanks, RussSubj: Re:Any FAQ'S or hints? Date: 96-04-09 18:18:01 EDT From: Abu101 Posted on: America Online I really need some codes for UFO defense for the Playstation so any help would be much appreciated.Subj: how to beat it Date: 96-01-15 10:29:59 EDT From: Infrared1 Posted on: America Online this game is so cool, I had it on my pc version first but now something that is real important , to get money sell the heavy plasma but only after your sqaud is equipped with them, plus never sell any heavy plasma clips. The first base you should build should be in europe somewhere, because it is free and it cost's alot to build in europe. P.S. I hate etherials pc games has alot of info on this game Infrared1Subj: Is there a money code? Date: 96-01-19 18:10:55 EDT From: Breer Posted on: America Online I love this game, but I would like to be able to construct multiple bases and purchase large quantities of fire power. A money code would not totally ruin this game like most cheats do. I think a money code would help liven it up a bit. Is there one? If there is please post it.Subj: Re:Is there a money code? Date: 96-01-30 02:18:59 EDT From: Weerock Posted on: America Online get a GAMESHARK you'll get unlimited money,Unlimited moves on your first guy,etc.It makes the game much FUNNERSubj: Re:Is there a money code? Date: 96-02-14 03:16:17 EDT From: JCPanizo Posted on: America Online A great way to save money is to transfer as many scientists and then as many engineers as you can to a different base just before the end of the month review. If you don't have enough room, build it. Its is well worth the investment because you save the money that you would have paid them for their monthly salaries. And that's BIG BUCKS!!Subj: x-com money code Date: 96-03-22 22:13:50 EDT From: ASmith8354 Posted on: America Online i really need a code for the game to get more money if you know one e-mail me at ASmith8354Subj: Supplement to X-COM manual Date: 96-03-24 02:17:18 EDT From: Ecowden Posted on: America Online For anyone still playing X-COM, I alluded to a Microprose link some months ago that offered a supplement to the sparse manual. I indicated how to get the link via a vidgames address. Here is the Microprose address, so the site can be accessed directly: http://www.microprose.com/manual/xcom.psx.manual.shtml I just got back into playing X-COM after a few month hiatus (had to play King's Field and all), so if there's anyone still playing, learned anything new? (grin) EdSubj: Just thought you might like. Date: 96-03-24 19:26:47 EDT From: GS1551 Posted on: America Online Just thought you might like to know, if you're interesting in game play tips(not cheating)and general discussion of the game, you might want to read the Microprose X Com board.Subj: Cheats in mag! Date: 96-05-01 17:13:47 EDT From: TDiviscour Posted on: America Online I don't have these cheats yet, but a friend at EGM says that there are gonna be some X-Com cheats in a future mag, including ones that let you see all the aliens and make it so all of their shots miss you! Don't know about a money code, though...Subj: Re:Cheats in mag! Date: 96-05-04 19:33:04 EDT From: J1R1M1 Posted on: America Online Hey do me a favor and E-mail me when it comes out.Would really apprieciate it.Subj: Re:Cheats in mag! Date: 96-05-05 00:53:17 EDT From: JRock1112 Posted on: America Online what month is it gonna be in???? e mail me will ya if ya know!!!!!Subj: Re:Cheats in mag! Date: 96-05-06 23:37:39 EDT From: TDiviscour Posted on: America Online He's not sure what mag it'll be in yet, but I'll post it when I get it. I get all Sendai mags as soon as they're published from him so I'll post any codes when I find out...Subj: Re:Cheats in mag! Date: 96-05-09 00:22:08 EDT From: TDiviscour Posted on: America Online Well, I just got the June EGM, and no X-Com codes yet. I'll keep ya posted!Subj: Re:Cheats in mag! Date: 96-05-10 23:35:11 EDT From: SilvrHwk Posted on: America Online Aaargh! I keep getting mashed in this game! It's designed my massochists! Can anyone gimme some help? I mean I play wimpo mode and all my crew of 10 dudes die in the second mission! I have a pretty fair idea what I'm doing too, buit no matter, the aliens shoot from hiding, hit, kill, that's all she wrote! Cheat codes would be nice. Or any tactics to trick the aliens so you LIVE. Are Tanks worth it? At what point should I *gulp* invest in one, and WHICH tank? Ok, Email me if ya got any news on the Codes, or can help me survive the first or *gulp* second month.. etc.Subj: Re:Cheats in mag! Date: 96-05-26 16:30:47 EDT From: Reptile373 Posted on: America Online 1. Well, the best thing to do is to save enough TUs for a snapshot. Break up your soldiers into 3 groups (2 or 3 people to each). Use cover (walls, bushes, ect.) whenever possible. 2. The rocket launcher tank is the first thing you should have gotten. It's durable, manuverable, and can really wreck some destruction with it's explosive rounds. If you need any more help regarding how to assault downed UFOs, dealing with peticular aliens, or what is worth researching, email me. Reptile373Subj: X-COM UFO Defense Date: 96-05-23 15:39:25 EDT From: BBALL47832 Posted on: America Online How do I train my soldiers in psionics so that my soldiers won't get their minds controlled by the Ethereal leadersSubj: Re:X-COM UFO Defense Date: 96-05-26 13:12:10 EDT From: JETSFAN Posted on: America Online You have to capture any Ethreal or an Alien Leader (Gee, I can't remember the name, but the little guys with the big eyes). When you interrogate them, you will be able to build a Psionic training centre and from there you train your soldiers. When recruiting soldiers, look at the bravery level. Usually a high bravery means more resistance to mind control. You won't know a soldiers PSI rating until they are trained however.