Armored Core 4

 PlayStation 3
Metascore
65

Mixed or average reviews - based on 36 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 25 out of 36
  3. Negative: 2 out of 36
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  1. Armchair Empire
    90
    If you are thinking about the content of the game while you are working, it’s an addictive game and definitely recommended to those who have enjoyed the franchise up to this point.
  2. Eurogamer
    80
    Armored Core 4 is more accessible than its predecessors; and at its core, beneath the complicated controls and imposing arsenal of body parts, it's a pretty simple, superfast, graceful and smart mech-combat game, and it deserves your attention. [JPN Import]
  3. GameZone
    79
    Armored Core 4 isn't a must-buy for everyone, but its combat and tenacious missions create a journey worth taking.
  5. GameSpot
    77
    It looks nicer, it plays faster, and with its lower barrier to entry, Armored Core 4 should appeal to more than just the series' faithful gearheads.
  6. PSM3 Magazine UK
    77
    Customisation options make this the best AC yet, but it's not very user-friendly. [July 2007, p.76]
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  7. Play Magazine
    75
    This is a game for tinkerers, where what you purchase and equip is every bit as important as how well you play. [Mar 2007, p.62]
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  8. Worth Playing
    75
    Armored Core 4 delivers more of what the series is known for: fast-paced, arcade-style mech action with highly customizable robots in which to fight. It does this with some very nice visuals to boot, although it fails to be really great with the extremely short campaign, forgettable missions/story, and a clunky user interface for the garage and shop.
  9. ZTGD
    75
    With a revamped mission structure, online play, and brand new control scheme Armored Core 4 is a must own for fans of the series like myself. While there are a few glaring problems the core experience is still enjoyable.
  10. GameShark
    75
    The game remains true to the series in catering more toward the hardcore element despite good attempts at making the game accessible; Armored Core 4 easily offers up the hottest mech-on-mech action yet in this next generation.

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#69 Best PS3 Game of 2007
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#65 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2007
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#41 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2007

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User Score
7.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 36 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 36
  3. Negative: 7 out of 36
  1. Zombiemouse
    Oct 19, 2014
    10
    Once upon a time I purchased Armored Core 4Answer. I loved it. But like most games I play I trade them in after I play them to death. ThenOnce upon a time I purchased Armored Core 4Answer. I loved it. But like most games I play I trade them in after I play them to death. Then one day I decided to purchase Armored Core 5: Verdict Day. They took out the ability to fly, the weapons and missiles all felt the same, buildings could no longer be destroyed, reverse leg joints had virtually zero difference with regular joint legs, they removed much of the automated targeting so it no longer felt like you were piloting an AC, it felt like a FPS with a robot on the screen, and WORST of all the feel of the game was just......it felt like a video game.

    I traded in AC:V the next day and decided to try out the precursor to Armored Core 4Answer: AC:4
    I was NOT disappointed.
    I fell in love with this game from the moment I pressed start. The customization of my AC is unmatched. Each piece you purchase feels like a tangible piece of equipment. The feel of the game, and I'm not just talking about controls, just....everything is SO spot on. This game is probably the most underrated piece of software to ever exist, mostly because it is just one in a large series of AC games, and it's so painfully better than every other variation, especially the ones that followed it. It just FEELS perfect, and customizable to the extreme. I believe they tried to balance combat to a ridiculous extent as time went on, but any game with such beautiful freedom is going to be able to be broken, it's kinda part of the fun. They just needed to beef up some of the tankier class weaponry rather than nerf speed, and I realize I'm talking about the subsequent games as well, but I guess it doesn't really matter considering there is no longer online support for this game, at least not that I'm aware of. If you're going to get any AC game, SKIP 5, maybe pick up AC4A, but definitely try this one out. Once you understand the mechanics, it feels absolutely amazing to be able to craft any armored core you want. And those MISSILES! BEST MECHANICS FOR MISSILES in a video game EVER! They launch in clusters, rapid fire, vertical launch, target seeking, cluster missiles! It's almost unbelievable. It makes every other video game to ever contain a missile seem like the programmers were drooling idiots. 10/10 What more can I say.    … Full Review »
  2. GamerLinks
    Aug 17, 2012
    9
    This is hands-down the best Armored Core game to date, including V and For Answer. This is a rich detailed futuristic simulator that is funThis is hands-down the best Armored Core game to date, including V and For Answer. This is a rich detailed futuristic simulator that is fun even for the western audience. From Software did a great job developing this game.… Full Review »
  3. elolugo
    Nov 11, 2021
    5
    Cool game. Not for me though. The "build your robot" screen is too cumbersome. So many stats and no explanation. Also, if you fail a missionCool game. Not for me though. The "build your robot" screen is too cumbersome. So many stats and no explanation. Also, if you fail a mission you go to the main menu. There's no restart mission. You need to go through several loading screens to restart your mission… Full Review »
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