XCOM 2
XCOM 2

Utility Items

Learn how XCOM 2 utility items like grenades, medkits, and battle scanners grant tactical advantages. Equip the right loadout for mission success.

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Utility items provide a wide range of tactical advantages. These include grenades, medkits, battle scanners, and personal combat simulations (PCS). Equipping the right utility items can drastically improve your squad's effectiveness. Consider mission objectives and enemy types when choosing your loadout. Don't underestimate the power of a well-placed grenade or a timely heal.

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Utility Items

Essential Utility Items:

  • Frag Grenade: Destroys cover, deals AOE damage.
  • Flashbang Grenade: Disorients enemies, breaks mind control.
  • Medkit: Heals wounds, cures status effects.
  • Battle Scanner: Reveals hidden enemies, useful against Faceless/Chryssalids.
  • Personal Combat Sim (PCS): Permanent stat boosts for soldiers.