Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon

 PlayStation 5
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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 662 Ratings

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  1. Veritas
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    Beautiful and amazing. As a fan of the original games, it feels right. The difficulty curve is real though, be ready to think about engagements in different ways when you get stuck.
  2. GABRIEL1030
    Sep 3, 2023
    10
    It's a good game, the scenarios and vehicles are very detailed. There are a lot of fantastic animations and action movements. The sound is good and the gameplay is excellent. For a fan of the series, it is a good experience.
  3. BigOleBallSacks
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    spectacular from game! It is very good and challenging too! another hit for fromsoftware!!!!!
  4. TylerC
    Sep 1, 2023
    10
    Never played an AC game before, it reminds me of an old PS2 game in all the best ways.
  5. Steyraus
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    Final we get a new Armoured and its one of the best Mech games ever..Aoured core has always Been great but in the last decade Fromsoft have obviously come into their own and Armoured Core benefits from this. The combat is a blast weather you shattering and turret with a mini gun or chipping away at another mech that is 10 storie tall it's fun snd addictive and keeps your grinding to affordFinal we get a new Armoured and its one of the best Mech games ever..Aoured core has always Been great but in the last decade Fromsoft have obviously come into their own and Armoured Core benefits from this. The combat is a blast weather you shattering and turret with a mini gun or chipping away at another mech that is 10 storie tall it's fun snd addictive and keeps your grinding to afford the dream load out...Even the level design and artistry is amazing and up to Froms standard.… Expand
  6. raiden5
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    Another from software great and challenging game. I suggest people dont like chalenge dont buy the game and give unfair ratings.
  7. noblescion
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    FROMSOFT has done it again. Art, vibes, engrossing and deep gameplay, the best frenetic combat scenarios... Prepare yourself to taste cold steel, fire, and speed. Another Game of the Year from them.
  8. willerkiller
    Aug 31, 2023
    10
    GOT A JOB FOR YOU, GAMER. PLAY ARMORED CORE VI.

    Not only is it the best in its series, this is definitively the finest Mecha game ever made and is a true testament to FROM SOFTWARE's legacy and passion for the genre. No other developer could have made a game like this and we've never had a Mecha game with such production values and ambition. On a desolate and hazardous planet known as    GOT A JOB FOR YOU, GAMER. PLAY ARMORED CORE VI.

    Not only is it the best in its series, this is definitively the finest Mecha game ever made and is a true testament to FROM SOFTWARE's legacy and passion for the genre. No other developer could have made a game like this and we've never had a Mecha game with such production values and ambition. On a desolate and hazardous planet known as Rubicon 3, you'll find yourself engaging in manic battles that test your skills and determination as a pilot. The level of customization allowed is insane and will make you obsessed towards your mech just like anime protagonists are in countless Mecha anime. The atmosphere and aesthetic of this title is also on point. A dark sci-fi, brutalist military universe which is severely lacking in humanity and is ruled by cold, faceless corporations and various factions with their own agendas. The emotionally-charged story here is surprisingly well-executed and will leave you awestruck during key moments. You'll know what I mean once you witness them... buddy. The final aspect that I wish to highlight is the MUSIC. Oh God the MUSIC in this game will get your blood pumping and set your soul on fire. Its soundtrack is an achievement and is right up there with the likes of Final Fantasy VII and Castlevania: Symphony of the Night.

    This is a Mecha anime fan's dream come true! A hardcore game for hardcore gamers. An Armored Core game for Armored Core aficionados. Thank you FROM SOFTWARE.    … Expand
  9. LVMH
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    From software did it again. Best mécha game ever. Great Gameplay, great score, great art direction and story.
  10. bestofme
    Sep 1, 2023
    10
    FromSoftware has managed to concentrate every aspect of what makes their games special into this new Armored Core entry. Ultra responsive controls coupled with a story and music score committed to the themes the game tackles make for a truly spectacular experience.

    It’s not a game that expects you to pilot an AC perfectly from the get go. Like with all worthwhile things in life, becoming    FromSoftware has managed to concentrate every aspect of what makes their games special into this new Armored Core entry. Ultra responsive controls coupled with a story and music score committed to the themes the game tackles make for a truly spectacular experience.

    It’s not a game that expects you to pilot an AC perfectly from the get go. Like with all worthwhile things in life, becoming a great AC pilot takes time. But once you get there it’s some of the most fun one can have in a video game.

    Like many others I found myself stuck in one of the first bosses, but by paying attention to what the game was telling me, and taking the time to learn the different mechanics I found unparalleled joy once I overcame these hurdles. And I was able to get through this learning curve simply because the game is that fun to play.

    At the end of the day you have to be fundamentally interested in sci-fi and futuristic settings for this game to reach you. But if you meet only that one pre-requisite you’ll really be grateful that you gave this game a try!    … Expand
  11. epiksol
    Aug 31, 2023
    10
    The wait is finally over and it was worth every moment. If you’re a fan of the previous AC series or brand new to the series, prepare yourself for one hell of a hard, but extremely fun time!
  12. Maximusus
    Sep 1, 2023
    10
    Игра ОФИГЕННАЯ, как и практически все игры от Фромов, жаль только что нету оценки 12 из 10(
  13. colonelp
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    Really fun mech game. Fromsoft never disappoints Really like this game though the Souls ones are better!
  14. Bene86
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    Top Game, so much fun! Cool bosses, cool mechs, cool setting.. To all player, whonthink its "to hard"...

    Git gud.
  15. voidisme
    Sep 1, 2023
    10
    moment to moment combat is so good, it basically makes up for any problems with the difficulty spikes and a bit barebones story

    honestly the only thing lacking is content, wish I could fight more bosses since combat feels so good
  16. Thebrah
    Aug 31, 2023
    10
    This game is amazing, the most fun I had playing a game in a long time. The gamesplay is spot on, and feels great. Has really good graphics and the level design is great. Also they don't charge you for anything, like blizzard and ubisoft games do. You get all the skins and decals, and can even download custom made ones. Can't say enough good things about this game.
  17. BVGE
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    All the bad reviews are just as hysterical as I expected them to be, a LOT of people getting absolutely destroyed by the first boss because they're impatient and don't want to learn even the most basic of the mechanics. You can tell they've barely played because they claim that this is "a souls-like with mechs", which it is not, not every hard game is a souls-like, lol.

    Yeah, it's hard.    All the bad reviews are just as hysterical as I expected them to be, a LOT of people getting absolutely destroyed by the first boss because they're impatient and don't want to learn even the most basic of the mechanics. You can tell they've barely played because they claim that this is "a souls-like with mechs", which it is not, not every hard game is a souls-like, lol.

    Yeah, it's hard. It's not made for everyone, and some people just won't be able to play it, easily identified by their buckets of tears. The game is phenomenal, but if you're going to cry about it, maybe you just just toddle on back to CoD and Fortnite, kiddo. Maybe go play some Overwatch, leave the skill based games to the adults.    … Expand
  18. TalionSwift
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    Man does from software always hit, this game is fantastic! The game is fast and the combat just feels so fluid and amazing. Sooo many different builds to try and I just love it. And for a fromsoft game it has a good story too, and it's the most they have done with new game plus in forever. This and Balders Gate have just been so good, this year just rocks. A shame people who can't handleMan does from software always hit, this game is fantastic! The game is fast and the combat just feels so fluid and amazing. Sooo many different builds to try and I just love it. And for a fromsoft game it has a good story too, and it's the most they have done with new game plus in forever. This and Balders Gate have just been so good, this year just rocks. A shame people who can't handle the difficulty feel the need to call the game trash. Maybe it's just not for u and you should stick to something easier you can handle.… Expand
  19. Ranger_River
    Sep 9, 2023
    10
    One of the best games of this year and one of the best games of my entire life.
    It's really fun and worth a lot of replay.
    I played the PS4 version and the performance is excellent.
  20. GrungePunk
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    It's been a few console generations since my last playing Armored Core. It was on the PS2 when I was in Middle School. My friends and I would build are Armored Cores and face off in splitscreen deathmatches. Maybe it's the nostalgia from those magical times but this game takes me right back to those moments. The gameplay is fast paced and fun and the boss fights have that "die 20 timesIt's been a few console generations since my last playing Armored Core. It was on the PS2 when I was in Middle School. My friends and I would build are Armored Cores and face off in splitscreen deathmatches. Maybe it's the nostalgia from those magical times but this game takes me right back to those moments. The gameplay is fast paced and fun and the boss fights have that "die 20 times before beating them" difficulty that From Software is known for. To this day I have yet to play a game by From Software that isn't absolutely fantastic. At this point, with their track record, I can buy any game they make and know with 99% certainty that it's going to be a great game.… Expand
  21. Jam1cks
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    мне супер понравилось игра КАЛасс!!!
  22. Vampireknigh
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    The story, the music, the art direction.. it's all flawless. Didn't expect much but it became one of my favorite games of all time.
  23. Soulsfetishguy
    Aug 30, 2023
    10
    New Master Piece Fromsoftware

    Amazing Gameplay , Not bad story Epic Boss fighting
  24. Codywan
    Aug 31, 2023
    10
    A perfect mech game, the gameplay is fast, fluid and fun. The game is beautiful with many likeable and interesting characters. There is a huge selection of customizing your mech from parts to weapons to paint jobs. Amazing game and my personal GOTY
  25. Megalovirus
    Aug 30, 2023
    10
    El juego no es un soul, la jugabilidad y rejugabilidad es de 10. Obra maestra para quienes jugamos armored core desde la versión de ps 1.
  26. Inuyasha17
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    ARMORED CORE VI: FIRES OF RUBICON has good graphics.
    Action is good.
    Combat is good.
    It felt good to operate.
    Above all, Gundam robots are cool.
    And above all, it's fun.
  27. sex69
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    It is a game that can become 2023 GOTY. The graphics are good, and the best GOAT among mecha robot games
  28. Inuyasha1
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    올해 2023년 하반기 최고의 AAA급 GOTY 건담 전쟁 초우주갓겜.
    확실히 프롬 게임답게 타격감, 전투, 액션, 조작감 모두 최고였고
    뭣보다 그래픽도 진짜 엄청 좋고 최적화도 진짜 잘되있음.
    최고의 갓적화임.
    게다가 지금 세계 스팀 순위 1위도 아머드코어6임.
  29. ActionCritic
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    You'll need strategy, cunning and skill.
    It prioritizes precise movement and timing and skills.
    You only have that one Mech to beat the first boss and you'll need to slash it, as often as you can. It has giant missile launchers under where it will glow orange before firing, meaning you'll either need to cover or do a quick dodge with [] square. Don't stay under the jet fighter for too    You'll need strategy, cunning and skill.
    It prioritizes precise movement and timing and skills.
    You only have that one Mech to beat the first boss and you'll need to slash it, as often as you can.
    It has giant missile launchers under where it will glow orange before firing, meaning you'll either need to cover or do a quick dodge with [] square.
    Don't stay under the jet fighter for too long as the Mega Missiles can be extremely lethal in full force.
    All you noobs crying you can't beat the first boss, I beat him under 5 minutes, easy.
    Get wrecked noobs. If you can't customize your mech to suit the battlefield and enemy, you will be destroyed in later stages.
    A game needs a minimal amount of challenge in order to be fun and it's not even hard once you apply the tips I just told you.    … Expand
  30. Tailed-Raven
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    New to Armored Core but this game screams Epic. Everything is over the top great visuals mech fights it's awesome non stop action all the way through.
  31. Pessucksdik
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    Leave it toFrom Software to make a good game. I love this game. Perfectly balanced gameplay and get good necessary
  32. KunioPL
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    Yes this is armored core. Fast heavy combat. Its easy... you have 3 repairs and cheackpoints.
  33. Dmiles
    Aug 31, 2023
    10
    It has been so long since a game had me thinking about it at work, excited for the time when I can finally get home and play it again. Thank you fromsoftware for making me feel like a kid again!
  34. lovescandal01
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    素晴らしい死にっ
    いいえ、タンクゲーです。
    多彩なるアセンが攻略への鍵だと言われているが、基本的にはタンクです。
    タンクで全て解決。
    これがフロムなりの救済装置なのだろうか。
    勝てないなら、ガチタンクに乗れシンジ。
  35. chambers1708
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    One of the best! Well done Fromsoftware!
    I am playing since launch day I am having a lot of fun.
  36. gabiguima
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. People are mad because it's difficult and nothing like Elden Ring, even though Fromsoftware always made dificult games, and AC (armored core) never tried to be sous like or anything like elden ring, by the way, AC is older then Demon Souls, and I don't see people proclaiming that Dark Sous don't look like AC.
  37. arcboy
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    First AC title I’ve played but long time soulsbourne fan. This game is incredible, I’m addicted. The gameplay is incredibly fun, the mech customization is incredibly fleshed out, pvp is a blast, and the boss battles are soooo epic. I will say in typical fromsoft fashion the graphical fidelity especially in certain environments (buildings) could be better for a next gen game, but theFirst AC title I’ve played but long time soulsbourne fan. This game is incredible, I’m addicted. The gameplay is incredibly fun, the mech customization is incredibly fleshed out, pvp is a blast, and the boss battles are soooo epic. I will say in typical fromsoft fashion the graphical fidelity especially in certain environments (buildings) could be better for a next gen game, but the gameplay is so awesome I don’t even care. The 2 main complaints I see are about difficulty and how it is different from past AC games.

    To address the difficulty complaint, unless you are trying to get S rank in every mission, the game is not very difficult aside from the boss battles, which I think are the perfect balance of challenge and reward. I didn’t really face any real trouble until the final boss of chapter one (many hours into the game). It reminded me of genichiro from sekiro. You can make it to this boss without mastering the mechanics, but you will struggle to get past him without doing so. You need to understand the fighting mechanics as well as customizing your mech to optimize your strategy against these bosses, not just go in spam dashing and blasting all your ammo. After dying 15-20 times to this boss, I learned that once locked on you don’t want to touch the right stick at all to stay locked on to the enemy, this makes fast moving bosses much easier to deal with. Beat him first try after understanding this lock on mechanic, and boy was it epic and felt amazing to do so. I would rank some of the boss battles from AC6 up there with some of my favourites from the entire soulsborne series.

    To the complaint about change. I’ll say the same thing I said about final fantasy 16. I know change is scary but it can also be good, and in this case it is.

    I will say the story was minimal, but was enough to keep me interested in what’s going on before and after missions and the voice acting made me feel nostalgic af.

    Finally, the game has no fps drops, no bugs, no microtransactions, just a fully complete and incredible game on launch. Bravo FromSoft.

    If you enjoy casual, story based games, where you can come home from work and shut off your brain and cruise through the game, you will not enjoy this game. If you like smooth and incredibly fast paced mech blasting gameplay, and changing your build and strategy on the fly to optimize for missions and bosses, and taking on challenging but incredibly rewarding boss fights, you will love this game.m

    I would normally rate this game a 9 but because of all the crybabies rating it 0 because they somehow can’t to get passed the tutorial, I am giving it a 10.    … Expand
  38. Dagaren
    Aug 30, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game, PVP Is much more fun than I thought it was going to be. I've heard alot of people trying to say it's too hard and some bosses are just broken. It's simply not true. Its a game that fluctuates in difficulty and so should your builds.… Expand
  39. sigfrid
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    this game is incredible gameplay, artistic direction, music, story

    From software never miss
  40. Hockeydef
    Sep 1, 2023
    10
    Super fun high paced game, movement and controls feels fantastic. The customization is unreal, can almost build whatever you want. It's amazing what a studio can do when they aren't focused on greed.
  41. hogir_mir
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    It is a fun game that keeps you addicted to it for hours. The mechanics in the game are great I highly recommend it
  42. Ixfirebrandxi
    Sep 1, 2023
    10
    This is by far the best mech game ever developed. The content is just full of ton of quality gameplay with no bloat or boring segments. This is my personal GOAT, a true gem for gaming.
  43. Teufelsrochen
    Aug 30, 2023
    10
    Absoluter Bombastischer Spiele-Epos , nicht zu leicht und auch nicht zu schwer (es sei denn man will den höchsten Rang im jeden Level haben).
    .
  44. Skorrow
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Such an amazing, yet incredibly challenging game. While some may find the narrative unengaging at first, I found it intriguing, however anyone that has finished the game can’t say that it doesn’t become compelling. The strong characterisation allows fights to have high stakes, not just difficulty wise, but narratively wise too - which are all often occurring in stunning backdrops. EachSuch an amazing, yet incredibly challenging game. While some may find the narrative unengaging at first, I found it intriguing, however anyone that has finished the game can’t say that it doesn’t become compelling. The strong characterisation allows fights to have high stakes, not just difficulty wise, but narratively wise too - which are all often occurring in stunning backdrops. Each boss can be reasonably overcome if you’re willing to tweak your build - and if you’re not, then you’re not playing Armored Core. Incredible game, I can’t recommend it enough.… Expand
  45. FreeRunner29
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    This game is absolutely fantastic. The first night, I only planned to play for an hour and then five passed before I knew it. I am obsessed with upgrading my mech and I love the mission structure, the controls are tight and it's just fun to play. Honestly for me, this blows Elden Ring out of the water, in terms of fun, re-playability and graphics, plus, once you understand the "flow" ofThis game is absolutely fantastic. The first night, I only planned to play for an hour and then five passed before I knew it. I am obsessed with upgrading my mech and I love the mission structure, the controls are tight and it's just fun to play. Honestly for me, this blows Elden Ring out of the water, in terms of fun, re-playability and graphics, plus, once you understand the "flow" of the game, you will pretty much power through missions..it's nowhere near as difficult as ER, you just feel like such a bad@$$. One of the best looking PS5 games I have played since Ratchet and Clank Rift Apart, Horizon and GOW Ragnarok. Some of the best massive set pieces I have seen, I have been jaw-dropped countless times!… Expand
  46. Bandar117
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    Top tier mecha game ever. It have so fun and challenging, i know maybe it will be difficult for some people but be focused and take ur time to learn.
  47. Thesoothing
    Sep 2, 2023
    10
    This is the greatest mecha game created. engaging gameplay, amazing boss encounters, stellar customization, jaw-dropping scope. Controlling your mech feels amazing and the gameplay loop does not get repetitive due to the varied mission structure and constant re-assembly to fine-tune your mech and try out new things. Its just a very fun time and even allows you to play in bite-sizedThis is the greatest mecha game created. engaging gameplay, amazing boss encounters, stellar customization, jaw-dropping scope. Controlling your mech feels amazing and the gameplay loop does not get repetitive due to the varied mission structure and constant re-assembly to fine-tune your mech and try out new things. Its just a very fun time and even allows you to play in bite-sized increments which is nice due to its mission-based structure. The music is also stellar and the art design is phenomenal.… Expand
  48. SuperTrunks
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    Como sempre a FromSoftware criando jogos excelentes e desafiadores, cheio de mecânicas complexas e divertidas para se aprimorar. Desejo apenas que essa empresa continue pra sempre se aprimorando e sendo a melhor que conheço atualmente em todos os aspectos.
  49. aztaka
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    It's not a game for everyone, but it is definitely a masterpiece. The combat, the speed, the missiles flying all over your screen. A roman for man.
  50. infinitepain
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    I was new to AC but man is this a great game. The combat is incredibly fun and the three story lines are well written and intriguing. Sure the boss fights can be very challenging but they are well designed, given some time for practice you can nail it, and when you do, the victory is so satisfying.
  51. Dromulio
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. After just beating the game for the first time and going through and almost finishing my second playthrough in the first weekend. I cannot recommend this game enough. It’s fantastic on every level. The gameplay is fast paced engaging as hell and so much fun! I’m addicted to the power trip this game gives you. The possibilities of build styles/play styles are practically endless. I’ve spent just as many hours creating fun and cool looking builds and making emblem as I have spent playing the actual missions. This game really makes you feel like a kid again playing a ps2 era game and having a blast doing it! The story without too many spoilers really is a lot more than it seems to be at first. The deeper you get into it the more you realize how much more there is to it. Even in ng+ there’s new missions and story arch’s and choices you can make that completely change how the story and missions play out. You unlock even more and are able to do even more after your first play-through. The game has so much replayablilty.



    I wasn’t sure how I would like the more linear mission based structure when it comes to world building and design, but it’s really pulled me in. I found myself having fun just flying around trying to see what all I could land on and fly to. They do a great job of hiding mini boss fights, chests, and lore data logs throughout the map to encourage exploration without making it feel like a checklist. The environments towards the endgame really sold the rest of it for me. The beginning missions are fun and varied in landscape for the most part but the endgame really just blew me away. The boss fights I found to be challenging enough to be engaging while encouraging you to change your build style. It didn’t really feel overbearing or discouraging for me because I enjoyed testing out new weapons and play styles anyway. I never truly struggled on a boss like I’m a souls game (which this is not) but it still felt rewarding to beat each boss. I plan on getting every trophy in this game and I highly recommend you give it a chance (especially past the first 2 chapters)    … Expand
  52. sirthornalot
    Sep 4, 2023
    10
    First off, haven’t played an AC game since the first one on a PlayStation Underground demo disc back in the late 90s, but I’m definitely a admirer and massive fan of Fromsoftware, this game kicks so much ass! Explosions, super tight responsive fluid combat/movement, Bosses are top tier Fromsoft made, I haven’t been able to put it down. The story is also engaging if you actually payFirst off, haven’t played an AC game since the first one on a PlayStation Underground demo disc back in the late 90s, but I’m definitely a admirer and massive fan of Fromsoftware, this game kicks so much ass! Explosions, super tight responsive fluid combat/movement, Bosses are top tier Fromsoft made, I haven’t been able to put it down. The story is also engaging if you actually pay attention, not very sorry had to be told in the same way, I enjoy diversity in how stories are told, not spoon fed exposition wvery 2 seconds like some tripple A games do. You’re actually playing this game most the time, and that’s a good thing mates!… Expand
  53. Billsbrobaggins
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    Good game. I give it an 8/10 but will give a 10/10 to balance the 0/10 scores from angry people.
  54. Negurou
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    great game as expected from fromsoftware, nice graphics, great combat system with high-level bosses, although I had concerns about optimization at launch, I found that these worries were groundless while playing the game
  55. JonaS05
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    Just bought this Game because its from Fromsoftware and we know they NEVER Miss, Never had much interest in Mechs but Goddamn, they really never miss.
  56. Clemux
    Sep 5, 2023
    10
    Tout ce qu on attend d une excellent jeu, qu il soit lui même, propre dans tout ce qu il fait, ici on atteint la perfection
  57. o0SynX
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Never been a 'Robot-Mecha fan' and never played AC before as I am a young man and a souls player. This game is amazing gameplay, bosses, customization, level design , the visual stunning art direction (for a sci-fi game is tough), the technical quality is at an all-time high for FromSoftware: zero stutters, zero crashes, zero frame drops, zero visual artifacts, zero bugs (at least for myNever been a 'Robot-Mecha fan' and never played AC before as I am a young man and a souls player. This game is amazing gameplay, bosses, customization, level design , the visual stunning art direction (for a sci-fi game is tough), the technical quality is at an all-time high for FromSoftware: zero stutters, zero crashes, zero frame drops, zero visual artifacts, zero bugs (at least for my experience), even if there are a ridicolous amount of vfx as explosions, beams, slashes, smoke, particles and the game is really fast and engaging and the camera have to catch everything the game runs smooth, clean and detailed (it runs at 120 fps).
    The game overall is at least a solid 8, possibly a 9, but people are review bombing this game for no reason (as always) and that's kind of unfortunate because it's selling very slow as it is something that the souls community has never seen, that's why of the 10/10: people are acting like kids.
    I hope people realize how big Fromsoftware's balls are to bring back their original series after the ridiculous success of souls games and, on top af all, Elden Ring. This is something that not a single studio nowadays would do, will never do in the future, and has never done before, and it's admirable.
    Oh, yeah, the game is difficult, really difficult and you need to understand its mechanics before everything else, it's not 'just' learning boss' patterns, it's something more, simply because of the three-dimensional movement that you are not used to and the capability of shooting with 4 weapons at once.
    So yeah just give it a shot, it's From Software and they never miss.    … Expand
  58. GOTYEldenRing1
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    크 역시 프롬의 아머드코어6답게 최적화가 진짜 잘되있음. 갓적화임.
    높은 타격감, 뛰어난 전투, 조작감을 최고의 갓적화로 플레이할수있어서 진심 최고임.
  59. Baigod_1010
    Sep 6, 2023
    10
    Um dos melhores jogos do ano sem sombra de dúvidas. Gameplay fluida e frenética
  60. Fission_Mailed
    Sep 3, 2023
    10
    Absolutely love It. The gameplay Is funny, customize your AC is fun to do with lots of parts, weapons, decals and stickers that gives a lot of possibilities for your customization.
    The first mission is the baptism of fire for newcomers and it's really great using the blade to destroy the gunship, all I needed to do was just staying below It, stagger it and using all my arsenal on It. I    Absolutely love It. The gameplay Is funny, customize your AC is fun to do with lots of parts, weapons, decals and stickers that gives a lot of possibilities for your customization.
    The first mission is the baptism of fire for newcomers and it's really great using the blade to destroy the gunship, all I needed to do was just staying below It, stagger it and using all my arsenal on It. I suggest to play the tutorial first before continuing with the missions because you can unlock weapons in the tutorials.    … Expand
  61. MorgothX2112
    Aug 31, 2023
    10
    High adrenaline bosses, great mission structure with unique choices, addictive gameplay and mech customization. Coupled with a great story (the way it’s told may not be everyone’s cup of tea but I enjoyed it). It’s a great game for people that like to test their situational awareness and fight in three dimensions and really get wrapped up in the mecha fantasy. Must play for mech fans andHigh adrenaline bosses, great mission structure with unique choices, addictive gameplay and mech customization. Coupled with a great story (the way it’s told may not be everyone’s cup of tea but I enjoyed it). It’s a great game for people that like to test their situational awareness and fight in three dimensions and really get wrapped up in the mecha fantasy. Must play for mech fans and fans of fast paced action combat with a good amount of FromSoft challenge.… Expand
  62. debiru_ita
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    it's probably a 7,5/8 but for balancing the crying incompetent kids that give 0 or 1 i give 10
  63. DanD123
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    Fromsoftware at their best, most fun I’ve ever had in a game, fools get filtered by the Rubicopter!!!!
  64. juniortiger
    Sep 4, 2023
    10
    You need check game out one the best game and lot action game and excellent graphic and good music and control hapic good day
  65. nullsleep
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    This game is a complete and total masterpiece! The action is the best of any video game. Fast, powerful and brutal. The art design, music and atmosphere is breathtaking and really well made. They game is though but fair. It's an absolute classic and a must play. From software has done it again.
  66. BolilloMazapan
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    "Armored Core: Acción mecha intensa y personalización profunda. ¡Combate táctico y robots asombrosos!"
  67. Brattler
    Sep 4, 2023
    10
    the main thing is that there should be a continuation , the plot could be made longer and more parts added !
  68. toral2
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    Best mech game ever made. Performance, action, controls everything is perfect. FromSoftware delivers once again.
  69. Churroo
    Sep 9, 2023
    10
    Loved it! Got all 3 endings. Wish the weapons were balanced a bit better tho. Some weapons are clearly better than others. Hoping for future balance patches
  70. CelsoBr
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Sensacional e frenético, um otimo jogo de ação com mechs vale muito a pena reconendo
  71. malek_the_first
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    from soft can't get any thing wrong at this point the game has seen changes from the previous version that makes it looks like a brand new ip
  72. TTTE
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    This is a childhood dream come true being able to control, customize, and optimize my own mech.
  73. Kenosios
    Aug 31, 2023
    10
    My First AC Game and im loving it so much! I can understand that many of y'all stopped playing after certain bosses but trust me if you getting the hang of it and try new builds it isn't that hard anymore. This game is just great I love the difficulty, gameplay, customization and I think that From Software delivered!
  74. Woody675
    Aug 31, 2023
    10
    This is the best mech game I have ever played.
    Game play is very smooth, and there is a huge variety of combination of equipments,
    I spent a quit lot of time in editing my mech and creating paints.
    And the battle system is absolutely amazing.
    10/10
  75. Eduardo99zx
    Sep 5, 2023
    10
    It's just a really mech great experience, nothing like that in the market for maybe decades
  76. Greeve
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    Waited so long for an AC game for PC, now I got one!
    It looks great, Gameplay is great. Completed the campaign 2 times and will start my third run today, cant wait to fight the bosses with some new AC setups again. The bosses are super cool and challenging. All i wished for a new AC game became true.
    I hope we will get more AC content now, its so good!
  77. Lirde9244
    Aug 30, 2023
    10
    Armored Core 6 is a masterpiece. It's a perfect mix between the old Armored Core games and the Souls series (the best from both world).

    Missions are super fun with high replayability (getting the S ranking on each mission). The game gets better and better as you play more and more. It takes some " get used to it " in term of mechanics / gameplay but once it clicks with you : you just    Armored Core 6 is a masterpiece. It's a perfect mix between the old Armored Core games and the Souls series (the best from both world).

    Missions are super fun with high replayability (getting the S ranking on each mission).
    The game gets better and better as you play more and more.
    It takes some " get used to it " in term of mechanics / gameplay but once it clicks with you : you just can't stop playing this game anymore !

    It's a perfectly crafted game and I definitely hope we get Armored Core 7 as well as a massive DLC for AC6 !!! This game is easily my GOTY 2023 ! I highly recommend.

    FromSoftware just never disappoint.    … Expand
  78. asdadfsaffsafgs
    Sep 4, 2023
    10
    From does it again - unapologetic, distilled, pure gameplay. Still unrivaled in an industry filled with interactive cinematic goyslop.
  79. SerchMorningsta
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    Otra obra maestra de Fromsoftware, bosses dificiles pero no imposibles, jugabilidad increible y muy adaptable a nuevos jugadrws de de la saga AC, personalización unica y muy variada, banda sinora e historia magnificos
  80. zap2195
    Aug 30, 2023
    10
    Great game, thanks FromSoft for continuing to filter out the casuals. Can't wait for the next one!
  81. MoeinMsallem
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    Wow... What a beautiful game at first I was skeptical of purchasing. I'm not a big fan of mech games However as soon as I tried the game I immediately fell in love with it's combat and how seamless and fluid everything felt.

    The story I admittedly skipped at the beginning I'm a fan of from software and their amazing titles like Elden Ring which tell you, you don't need dialogue to have a    Wow... What a beautiful game at first I was skeptical of purchasing. I'm not a big fan of mech games However as soon as I tried the game I immediately fell in love with it's combat and how seamless and fluid everything felt.

    The story I admittedly skipped at the beginning I'm a fan of from software and their amazing titles like Elden Ring which tell you, you don't need dialogue to have a beautiful game.

    I started growing attached to the characters and started listening to the story. The game had some difficult battles. But beating them felt so good.

    Can't wait for the next game from software will come with

    My honest review for anyone looking to buy this game, BUY THIS GAME NOW YOU WILL LOVE IT.    … Expand
  82. DARU2000
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    This game is a Masterpiece and one of the best games fromsoft created, and best mech game ever made, do not let players negative reviews ruin this game for you just because they are bad at the game.
  83. Mrbombastic0
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    Very fun game 11/10. No microtransaction, 15+ hours havent seen a bug yet and this might sounds crazy but you actually get a full working game for retail price.
    Now the gameplay, its so good. Its just works and the ui might look like chaos at the beginning and the controls might be awkward at first but let me tell you after u get full control it actually feels like ur in the mech. And to    Very fun game 11/10. No microtransaction, 15+ hours havent seen a bug yet and this might sounds crazy but you actually get a full working game for retail price.
    Now the gameplay, its so good. Its just works and the ui might look like chaos at the beginning and the controls might be awkward at first but let me tell you after u get full control it actually feels like ur in the mech. And to top it all of its smooth af, crazy hit detection. Fast gameplay, u be dodging flame sweeps and counter them with a blue laser spinning sword or go even crazier and f*** them up while dual wielding rocket launchers. U gonna feel like a kid again.
    Good graphics, its not like hyper realism but its actually nice. Sometimes it feels like ur watching a Michael bay movie with all the explosions and stuff.
    Buy it, its worth it. We need more developers like from software and larian studios

    Can be seen as pros or cons
    - its a difficult game, controls and gameplay. U might even say harder then the souls-series. But once get good and figure out the controls. its still a hard game but its not unfair, u actually want to figure out the weakness of bosses. Change ur mech, change weapons, change ur playstyle and the very good thing is u dont need to go to the main menu to change ur mech. On ur death screen u can actually change parts and go right back to the boss.
    - No walking to the boss, Exactly what i said, no walking to the boss. Ur 1hp and u already know ur not gonna win? Press start and select restart checkpoint. Quick loading time u can play after like 4 seconds again. Maybe even faster. Right back to the boss just to get beat up again.

    How to win:
    Like every from software game there is ways to make the game easier, not with difficulty settings but with build and playstyle. Get high defence, dual wield auto rifles like the first weapon or smg and if ur get further in the game u can buy minigun. Later u get the option to OS Tune, basicly its a passive skill tree. Get the tune where u can place weapons on shoulder part. And also get pulse armor. Now head to assembly mode and equip a sword on ur lefg shoulder. Now everytime the boss is stunned switch to that b* and do the charging attack. Easy damage.    … Expand
  84. LogosRiding
    Sep 6, 2023
    10
    A worthy continuation of a series that has been in oblivion for a decade. Perfect optimization, beautiful art direction, dynamic battles, cool movement, epic bosses, a huge selection of customization and build settings.
  85. pirs_san
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    super jeux vif avec des boss a la hauteurs de ce que l on attend de ce genre de jeux je recommande
  86. jhawksnumbr1
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    Great game. My first Armored Core and I wasn't disappointed. And I haven't even touched the multiplayer yet. Great mechanics like you'd expect from a FromSoftware game and great graphics. Look forward to seeing where this series goes from here.
  87. SawRay
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    The best combat, the best music and above all the best in-depth customisation. Armoured Core 6 is the most enjoyable From Software game I've played.
    Sometimes there are obviously difficult bosses in the the game, but in those cases you can stay in the garage and find the best solution to the boss. I didn't have much play skill, so I was beaten down every time a boss came along, but I was    The best combat, the best music and above all the best in-depth customisation. Armoured Core 6 is the most enjoyable From Software game I've played.
    Sometimes there are obviously difficult bosses in the the game, but in those cases you can stay in the garage and find the best solution to the boss. I didn't have much play skill, so I was beaten down every time a boss came along, but I was able to overcome that difficulty by reworking my AC to the most suitable build.
    I love games with these non-playskill strategies.
    Lastly, the story was a lot of fun. You guys should try it until the NG++.    … Expand
  88. devaxiv
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    this is exactly what i expected. different from all recent from software games. a fast , perfect experience for all the mech lovers out there. actually i think this is the best mech game of all times
  89. Augoosetus
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    Rating; 9.5

    I have been a Fromsoft fan for the last four years now, and I love their games for how well their combat systems are, besides Dark Souls 2. Armored core masterfully lives up to this gaming standard, that Fromsoft have constantly delivered on. The controls and combat are so highly polished. Not to mention that the mec customization is so highly varied, and in-depth, that you    Rating; 9.5

    I have been a Fromsoft fan for the last four years now, and I love their games for how well their combat systems are, besides Dark Souls 2. Armored core masterfully lives up to this gaming standard, that Fromsoft have constantly delivered on. The controls and combat are so highly polished. Not to mention that the mec customization is so highly varied, and in-depth, that you can choose how to go about missions and basically any way you want and in any form you want. The bosses offer an amazing ounce of challenge, and the AC’s offer up a nice mini sort of boss battles.

    This game isn’t for everyone however, and many people will come into this game feeling disappointed. Either because the game is pretty fast pace, and a lot of controls need to be moved, and guns fired in quite a small timeframe, but that is what the game advertised.

    Now, does this game have a fair share of problems, it does. The camera is not always the best, when fighting, and zooming around, which makes it difficult to stay on a target or to know where you were going? Although this is an issue, it can be overcome by practice and making sure the camera is on point, as often as can be. The story, to some people, also may not be the most engaging, because instead of a whole bunch of cut scenes and character growth moments, the story is primarily told via before, and after mission recordings. Overall, I think this is another banger from Fromsolf, and I can not wait to continue playing this game.    … Expand
  90. Shibby731
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    Fun filled game with Souls like boss fights ( in mech suit obviously) if you've played them before you'll love this one . If this is your first time you'll enjoy it as long as you like upgrading mech suits, fun packed missions with challenging bosses that'll keep you going at it for hours !
  91. fittyshow
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    The game is a solid 8.5 at least, probably even 9.
    I'm giving it a 10 to counter balance all the r3t*rds giving it 0 because they suck at life, let alone in a videogame.
    Metacritic really needs to fix this clowns with accounts that have only 0/10 review, it's a plague and it's embarassing... it's a shame this "culture" is endemic to this website. IMPORTANT: This game is NOT a    The game is a solid 8.5 at least, probably even 9.
    I'm giving it a 10 to counter balance all the r3t*rds giving it 0 because they suck at life, let alone in a videogame.
    Metacritic really needs to fix this clowns with accounts that have only 0/10 review, it's a plague and it's embarassing... it's a shame this "culture" is endemic to this website.

    IMPORTANT: This game is NOT a "soulsbornkiroring-like" or whatever stupid name game journalists came up with. It does not PLAY like a Souls game, it does not feel like a Souls game.

    So first of all, it's a complete, rock solid, no bug, no BS, COMPLETE game. it's also sold 10 dollars under AAA price, which is just amazing considered the scope of the game.

    Gameplay is just.... wow. Amazing. This game, like all From Software games, is carried heavily by its gameplay. It literally teaches you how to "properly" wield a controller to use all the 4 back buttons (shoulder bumpers and triggers) at the same time. Takes a bit of practice but it's IMMENSELY satisfying.

    The story, like all From Software games, it's very cautiously and thinly spread across radio dialogues and some cool videos. I would have liked a more all-encompassing, heavy narrative, but in a world full of those kind of games, maybe the mission-based progression structure is for the best, since if there is a game that can be carried solely by its amazing gameplay mechanics, it's this one.

    Graphics is super refined and clear. Anti Aliasing super well implemented, and 3 game modes: 60 fps ( arguably the best, especially in this super fast paced gameplay), a ray tracing one, and an uncapped one that is not fully explained (we'll have to wait for the Digital Foundry analysis for that).

    The audio is amazing, nice tunes that perfectly convey the theme of the game.

    As for the difficulty: I'm finding this game to be easier than your typical Souls. Way easier to get into the gameplay, but the game requires quite a bit of patience. I beat the first boss in like 10 tries, and the second one, the one in "Operation Wallclimber", in like 5 tries, so I'm definitely getting better..

    Absolutely majestic game. BUY IT, really. We gamers HAVE to support good, FINISHED projects like this one.
    Kudos to From Software. Again.... damn, these guys DO NOT MISS. You can clearly see the love poured into the game, and it's beautiful.

    UPDATE: I was struggling with Balteus, chapter 1 first boss, until I changed configuration and tried a heavy artillery tank, then i took it down first try.

    Same goes for Sea Spider, chapter 2 second boss, they are very hard but AS SOON AS YOU CHANGE YOUR AC ACCORDINGLY, YOU'LL BEAT EM FIRST/SECOND TRY!!!

    SO: CONSTANTLY CHANGE YOUR AC! PLAY AROUND WITH DIFFERENT PARTS, SELL AND BUY THEM EVERYTIME YOU WANT TO TRY EM OUT! DO IT!
    Otherwise, the game will become almost unbeatable and frustrating.
    The game is DESIGNED around changing your AC constantly..... you can save your configurations and simply sell every part for the same price you bought it, and they are always avaiable.

    VERY IMPORTANT: finish all the tutorial missions, since they give you precious attachments and AC parts. also, as soon as you can, do all the arena missions to buy the most OS updates possible.

    This game is growing on me!! I can't put it back!!!! its at least a 9/10!    … Expand
  92. Mxd569
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    I’ve put 15 hours into the game. It’s amazing and challenging I. A completely different way for. Any souls like game. I reminds me of the first time I played Bloodborne.

    Can’t get enough and I look forward to replaying and and getting into the PvP
  93. Admantine
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    For the people who are review bombing just to make the game look bad at least put a little effort on the game before you decide it's "bad".
    First of all it's nothing like the souls games and has everything different from a souls game, if you're having trouble with the bosses simply practice for 15-20 minutes, test different AC parts, look up tutorials, TRY before you give up after 5-6    For the people who are review bombing just to make the game look bad at least put a little effort on the game before you decide it's "bad".
    First of all it's nothing like the souls games and has everything different from a souls game, if you're having trouble with the bosses simply practice for 15-20 minutes, test different AC parts, look up tutorials, TRY before you give up after 5-6 attempts.
    At first when I saw the trailer and the gameplay, I said that this was going to be an average game but after spending 10 hours on it, it felt like something new, a different gameplay, the OST is just epic, even after trying to find issues with the game I couldn't, that goes to show how much effort they put on this game.
    10/10 for me easily.    … Expand
  94. tomaszb
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    10/10 The best mech game I have ever played. There are no errors. The gameplay is perfectly balanced. This game provides a lot of fun.
  95. Bravos
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    as expected from FromSoftware ,great level design , great sound effects, very responsive controls
    new armored core fan here
  96. Maxhftu
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    Deeply rich combat systems. High difficulty. Mysteriously interesting world with cool story. PvP. Satisfying Customization. If video games were flavored this would be a really good cup of black coffee. Bitter and bold with spicy aromas, notes of dark chocolate, and a sublime gunsmoke finish.
  97. Optimusprime24
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    Para todos aquellos que les dais notas negativas al armored core dais pena y vergüenza de verdad es un juegazo con todas de la ley si sois unos mancos jugando el juego no tiene culpa
  98. DadeRangel
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    One of the best games this year with outstanding graphics is Armored Core 6. Incredible sound design and very enjoyable gameplay keep you playing to defeat the next boss Perfect. I don't think I'll ever be able to get bored playing this one
  99. devaxis
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    without a doubt one of the best games of 2023. do not miss this masterpiece even if you are not the biggest fan of mech genre out there
  100. Degson01
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    Great gameplay, great soundtrack and shows the care Fromsoftware puts in their games. As a long time Armored Core fan this is everything I ever wanted. 10/10
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 76 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 71 out of 76
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 76
  3. Negative: 0 out of 76
  1. XGN
    Nov 16, 2023
    75
    Armored Core 6 is a nice diversion from the Souls games for From Games. The return to modular mechs allows players to experiment with wildly different builds. Sadly, the game feels very unbalanced. It throws very hard bosses at you when you're unprepared and underpowered, while not challenging you enough when you finally reach enough freedom to build an AC to suit your style.
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  2. The Enemy
    Oct 30, 2023
    100
    After conquering the world, FromSoftware returns to its roots in a passion project manages to elevate Armored Core's original concepts through its newfound technical mastery without ever diluting the game's classic formula.
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  3. PLAY
    Sep 27, 2023
    80
    From’s mech series is purring better than ever, offering you a path to finesse like little else, though some parts here could still use a tune-up. [Issue#32, p.76]
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