X-Squad

About

X Squad is a tactical shooter where you command a four person team in a 2037 mission to reclaim a hijacked military base. You issue orders to your squad while managing cover fire, explosives, and enemy positioning. The gameplay emphasizes quick decision making and adapting to changing firefights with a range of weapons from long range precision to direct combat. The PlayStation 2 version showcases detailed character models and dynamic effects that were ahead of their time. While the single player campaign follows a straightforward mission structure, the focus on squad coordination and weapon variety keeps each level feeling distinct. Released in 2000, it holds up as an early example of team based shooting with intuitive controls and a no nonsense approach to military action.