Only played it for a few hours. Brings back the original xcom feels. They have the deep rpg like customisation of units which is great. The new xcom while great, felt dumbed dumb.
They are missing the UFO interception component and the experience of dropping in a hot zone while taking fire getting out of the craft.
Story and lore is good with a bit of a choose your path line based on responses to faction leaders.
The game is challenging but that's why I play it so it's perfect in that aspect. Its does feel early days with development and bugs but reading through upcoming DLC it looks to improve the gameplay slot. Looking forward to seeing where it goes.
I feel this is the successor to the original xcom. If you're a fan off the original then definitely get this game.