Phoenix Point’s Fan-Made Mod Inspires Official Update
Phoenix Point, the spiritual successor to the X‑COM series created by Julian Gollop, initially showed promise with features like soldier inventories and mutating enemies. However, it faced criticism for bugs and excessive micromanagement. The fan‑made mod, Terror from the Void, revitalized the game by introducing a new story, reworked progression, and unique mechanics.
Firebird Update – Bringing Mod Improvements Into the Core Game
Snapshot Games has now released the Firebird update, which incorporates many of the mod’s improvements. This update reworks the game’s pacing and progression, reducing research time and making base‑defense missions less punishing. Notably, it addresses a key issue where fighting the game’s aquatic enemies, the Pandorans, made them stronger.
Compatibility With Terror from the Void
The update is fully compatible with Terror from the Void, ensuring that both new and ongoing campaigns can benefit from the changes without any extra steps.
Celebrating the Fifth Birthday – 60% Discount
To celebrate the game’s fifth birthday and the release of the Firebird update, Snapshot Games is offering Phoenix Point at a 60% discount. This limited‑time offer lets both newcomers and veterans experience the revitalized gameplay at a great price.
The Power of Community Mods
This story highlights the impact of fan‑made mods on game development and how developers can respond to community feedback to improve their games. By embracing the innovations from Terror from the Void, Snapshot Games demonstrates a collaborative path forward for both creators and players.
