The Genetics Lab is a new unique facility introduced in XCOM: Enemy Within.
In-Game Description[]
Engineering[]
| “ | This annex to the Research Labs will allow us to genetically modify our soldiers. This facility counts as a Laboratory for adjacency benefits. | ” |
– Engineering description,XCOM: Enemy Within | ||
XCOM Database[]
| “ | The Genetics Lab enables genetic modification of XCOM soldiers. Soldiers who receive genetic modification retain both their class and rank. Only one Genetics Lab may be constructed, although it counts as a Laboratory if built next to one. Dr. Vahlen recommends that XCOM deploy genetically enhanced soldiers as soon as possible. | ” |
– XCOM Database,XCOM: Enemy Within | ||
Facility Requirements[]
Prerequisites: Meld Recombination (Research)
Time to Build: 10 Days
Facility Cost: 3 Power, §50
Facility Maintenance: §20 per month
Gene Modification[]
Within the Genetics Lab, a soldier can undergo genetic modification to receive one or more Gene Mods; MEC Troopers cannot be modded. Soldiers can have up to 5 Gene Mods, one for each of the following areas: Brain, Eyes, Chest, Skin, Legs; two options can be unlocked for each available area and Gene Mods can be swapped at cost. The Genetics Labs can modify up to three soldiers at a time; each soldier is removed from active duty for 3 days for each Gene Mod applied.
Notes[]
- Psionic soldiers are eligible for genetic modification, unless the Second Wave option "Mind Hates Matter" is enabled.
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