Hyperwave Beacon is an alien artifact in XCOM: Enemy Unknown.
In-Game Description[]
Gray Market[]
“ | This beacon was carefully guarded within the alien base, implying its importance to their invasion. We must work to uncover its purpose... | ” |
– Gray Market description |
Research Report[]
“ | Our testing has revealed a pattern of signals being transmitted at a wavelength never before associated with any form of communications or electronic transmissions. [...] As far-fetched as it may seem, several members of the research team have theorized that this device may be capable of transmitting and receiving signals beyond our own dimension. | ” |
– Dr. Vahlen, research report extract |
Acquisition[]
Only one Hyperwave Beacon can be found, located at the Alien Base during the assault mission.
Gray Market Value[]
This artifact cannot be sold.
Projects[]
Research Projects | XCOM Facilities | ||||
Hyperwave Communication | 1 | Hyperwave Relay | 1 |
Notes[]
- The Hyperwave Beacon cannot be harmed by gunfire or explosions at the Alien Base.