X-COM: Interceptor
Developed by MicroProse Software, Inc · Published by 2K
At a glance
Overview
A strategy game by MicroProse Software, Inc, published by 2K — single-player, multi-player.
Steam’s own one-line description: “They're back...only this time the heinous aliens are out to destroy Earth and rule the new frontier. As X-COM commander, it's your sole duty to protect humanity and the prized mining operations in outer space.” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.
Reception & community
Review sentiment, ownership and peak-concurrent estimates via SteamSpy; tags are player-voted on Steam. Estimates change over time.
Features & modes
Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for X-COM: Interceptor.
| Feature | Supported |
|---|---|
| Single-player | Yes |
| Multiplayer | Yes |
| Co-op | No |
| Online co-op | No |
| PvP | No |
| Cross-platform multiplayer | No |
| Full controller support | No |
| Partial controller support | No |
| Steam Cloud saves | No |
| Steam Achievements | No |
System requirements (PC)
As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.
Minimum
- Supported OS: Microsoft® 2000/XP/Vista®
- Processor: Pentium 166MHz or better
- Memory: 16Mb RAM
- Graphics: Must be capable of 16-bit graphics (High Color) and have a minimum of 2MB of video RAM
- Hard Drive: 60 MB Hard Disk Space
Supported languages (1)
X-COM: Interceptor FAQ
Answered from the official Steam listing as of June 2026. Where something hasn't been announced, we say so rather than guess.
What kind of game is X-COM: Interceptor?
Steam classifies X-COM: Interceptor as a Strategy game, developed by MicroProse Software, Inc. They're back...only this time the heinous aliens are out to destroy Earth and rule the new frontier. As X-COM commander, it's your sole duty to protect humanity and the prized mining operations in outer space.
How much does X-COM: Interceptor cost?
As of June 2026, Steam lists X-COM: Interceptor at $1.24. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.
Is X-COM: Interceptor single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes for X-COM: Interceptor: Single-player, Multi-player. It lists a single-player mode.
Is X-COM: Interceptor on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?
Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists X-COM: Interceptor for Windows. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.
Is X-COM: Interceptor out yet?
Yes — Steam lists a release date of Sep 4, 2008.
What platforms is X-COM: Interceptor on?
X-COM: Interceptor is listed for Windows on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.
Is X-COM: Interceptor single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes: Single-player, Multi-player.
How much does X-COM: Interceptor cost?
Steam lists it at $1.24.
Who made X-COM: Interceptor?
X-COM: Interceptor is developed by MicroProse Software, Inc and published by 2K.
Where to get X-COM: Interceptor
We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.
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