Equipment (EU)
There is a large amount of types of Equipment available in the game, some of which is always available for Purchase, other items have to be first researched and then manufactured.
Armour
- Main article: Armour
Armour is worn by your agents to protect them against enemy fire both direct and indirect. Initially your agents will all be wearing basic kevlar plates that provide some minimal level of defense, as your technology progresses your soldiers will be able to survive significant levels of damage without injury.
Weapons
- Main article: Weapons
Weapons are required to take on the alien threat, you initially have access to a fair range of weapons of various types, and research will give you access to both use captured alien weapons and manufacturing a few of of your own.
Portable Equipment
There are a few items that do not fall under either category above, most are used for various purposes on the battlefield to gain tactical advantages.