Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon

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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 662 Ratings

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  1. AmirHesamG
    Sep 12, 2023
    8
    The game is NOT too difficult, it is not soulslike , the regular enemies are not difficult, just some of the bosses are difficult, the game has checkpoint right before bosses, i used videos on YouTube to defeat 3 bosses so far untill end of chapter 2, and could beat them easily with some of the guidances, the story is not good, the gameplay is very fun and exciting , the graphic andThe game is NOT too difficult, it is not soulslike , the regular enemies are not difficult, just some of the bosses are difficult, the game has checkpoint right before bosses, i used videos on YouTube to defeat 3 bosses so far untill end of chapter 2, and could beat them easily with some of the guidances, the story is not good, the gameplay is very fun and exciting , the graphic and resolution is very good on 60fps, the customization is fun, anything you buy you can sell at same price , you can replay missions to get more cash and missions are short so you can get lots of money fast, even if you don't like hard games like me, you still can enjoy this game and progress in it just finish the training mode (which are very short) and check videoes or sites on internet for some of the bosses.… Expand
  2. LewJamEyre
    Sep 12, 2023
    7
    Pros.

    • Gameplay offers a thrilling and immersive experience of piloting a customizable mech in various missions and environments that is fluid and fast paced that can be extremely rewarding at times. • Customize your mech with a wide range of parts and weapons, each with their own advantages and disadvantages. • There is a compelling story that explores the consequences of    Pros.

    • Gameplay offers a thrilling and immersive experience of piloting a customizable mech in various missions and environments that is fluid and fast paced that can be extremely rewarding at times.

    • Customize your mech with a wide range of parts and weapons, each with their own advantages and disadvantages.

    • There is a compelling story that explores the consequences of humanity’s greed and ambition for a mysterious substance called Coral.

    • Graphics are stunningly detailed and varied with environments, such as urban ruins, desert wastelands, snowy mountains, and space stations.

    • Impressive visual effects, such as explosions, fire, smoke, sparks, and debris.

    • Sound design is immersive and atmospheric, featuring cool sound effects, such as gunfire, missiles, engines, and metal clashing.

    • Soundtrack is composed by Kota Hoshino, who has worked on previous Armored Core games as well as other FromSoftware titles which is fitting and dynamic, matching the mood and intensity of the game’s scenes.

    Cons.

    • The gameplay can be challenging and frustrating at times, especially for beginners or casual players as the game requires the player to master their mech’s mobility and weaponry to overcome the enemy forces.

    • The game’s difficulty can also vary depending on the mission and the enemy type.

    • Some missions and bosses can be too easy or too hard for the player’s skill level or preference.

    • Customization system can also be overwhelming and confusing for some players.

    • Game has a lot of options and parameters to choose from, which can make it hard to find the optimal combination for each situation.

    • Story can also be hard to follow or understand for some players as a lot of lore and terminology that are not explained well or at all in the games multiple endings that depend on the player’s choices and actions, which can make it hard to get the full picture of the story.    … Expand
  3. trevor1981
    Sep 12, 2023
    0
    Miyazaki was barely involved with this and it shows
    The game makes the same mistake as Wo Long - 1. the opening level is very badly designed with mediocre textures 2. the very first boss is a real pain and at that very monotonously designed like everything else.
    The game is divided into chapters, and every time you quit the game, you'll have to restart the chapter from scratch which is    Miyazaki was barely involved with this and it shows
    The game makes the same mistake as Wo Long - 1. the opening level is very badly designed with mediocre textures 2. the very first boss is a real pain and at that very monotonously designed like everything else.
    The game is divided into chapters, and every time you quit the game, you'll have to restart the chapter from scratch which is extremely frustrating.
    The first From Software game I quit this early.
    Pick just any non-From Software souls game and it'll turn out better than this garbage.    … Expand
  4. Gipsojo
    Sep 11, 2023
    8
    Controls on this game are great and very thematic. Difficulty can be extremely high but I'll say I spent about 8 hours on the chapter one boss before Googling the best build. After switching to the build I found online I beat him in about fifteen minutes. So a great deal of the difficulty can be alleviated by Googling builds. Without Googling good luck- the bosses in the game will beControls on this game are great and very thematic. Difficulty can be extremely high but I'll say I spent about 8 hours on the chapter one boss before Googling the best build. After switching to the build I found online I beat him in about fifteen minutes. So a great deal of the difficulty can be alleviated by Googling builds. Without Googling good luck- the bosses in the game will be extremely tough if you're just trying to figure it out on your own!

    Once I started Googling builds this game became much more manageable although still not a cakewalk. I would almost say that there is a bit of a balance issue related to the builds.

    This is a fun game but not a masterpiece like Elden Ring, Sekiro, or Bloodborne. Not much level variety and not a ton of story just good gameplay!

    I did find my interest dropping off about 15 hours into the game after I started Googling builds. That's not uncommon, however, even with good games.

    8/10    … Expand
  5. Adamwojownik
    Sep 11, 2023
    0
    W życiu kurwa nie grałem w gorsze gówno to gówno jest tak nudne i toporne że chce się płakać pieniądze wywalone w błoto
  6. SpyKicksIn
    Sep 10, 2023
    9
    Just badass gameplay, customization, huge bosses and the inability to tear yourself away from the game :)
  7. colonelp
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    Really fun mech game. Fromsoft never disappoints Really like this game though the Souls ones are better!
  8. pat110
    Sep 9, 2023
    9
    Been addicted to it since I bought the game, combat and customization mechanics are great but the balancing of weapon power could have been better. I'm a big mech guy so it's really great to see FromSoft still willing to invest in the mech genre and do something different from the rest. Also love the deep, dark yet emotion-rich story, which is what FromSoft has always been good at. ThanksBeen addicted to it since I bought the game, combat and customization mechanics are great but the balancing of weapon power could have been better. I'm a big mech guy so it's really great to see FromSoft still willing to invest in the mech genre and do something different from the rest. Also love the deep, dark yet emotion-rich story, which is what FromSoft has always been good at. Thanks FromSoft for single-handedly saving the mech genre… Expand
  9. caachef
    Sep 9, 2023
    9
    Fantastic game. had a fun time reading through the reviews on here. something i noticed is people saying its too easy and others saying its too hard. as someone that finished all 3 endings and is working through S ranks, i think its probably slightly too easy. its far easier than both elden ring and sekiro. the game has a good learning curve, you will get better as you play and feel goodFantastic game. had a fun time reading through the reviews on here. something i noticed is people saying its too easy and others saying its too hard. as someone that finished all 3 endings and is working through S ranks, i think its probably slightly too easy. its far easier than both elden ring and sekiro. the game has a good learning curve, you will get better as you play and feel good about it. the helicopter and chapter 1 boss will go down in seconds on your 2nd playthrough. if you have no patience, you will likely give it a 0 or 1 and complain.… Expand
  10. 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
  11. DaniscoIco
    Sep 9, 2023
    10
    10/10 just like old AC games but great There's an online pvp 1v1 and 3v3, a good boss fight, lot of combinations to build
  12. Semente
    Sep 9, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is my first Mecha game. I still don't understand the mechanics very well. I've had a lot of reading about the different parts and how they're useful in battle. For a beginner like me I'm just going with the flow. I really love this kind of theme and this kind of environment in general. I'm a fan of cyberpunk, post-apocalyptic, futuristic stuff. I think the difficulty of the game is just right. I can see how some people could get bored or kind of angry with this game. I spent 5 hours on a boss or so (not the helicopter), doing the two-phase guided missiles and a fire sword or whatever, it was hard for me. It's just perfect for me, the music, the combat. I just think it's a bit confusing when you don't want to go that deep into information while you're playing, like you're not studying for a maths exam or something. And it's fine when you have to go deep into a game. For me, it's a solid 9. I'm just talking about one game, no comparisons, I think accessibility is good enough, sorry if you think otherwise, I don't know every option for every disability.

    If you are reading this, thanks for your time    … Expand
  13. 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.
  14. Orororu
    Sep 8, 2023
    2
    I was quite excited about new From software game and it was a big disappointment for me. Clunky controls with huge inertia, boring minor enemies, whom you wipe without paying any attention and such a lazy first boss design! "Camera" boss you do not see most of the time and who shoots you from out of bounds of the field. I will try to overcome boredom and kill it anyway, since I alreadyI was quite excited about new From software game and it was a big disappointment for me. Clunky controls with huge inertia, boring minor enemies, whom you wipe without paying any attention and such a lazy first boss design! "Camera" boss you do not see most of the time and who shoots you from out of bounds of the field. I will try to overcome boredom and kill it anyway, since I already paid full price for the "entertainment", hopefully it will get better… Expand
  15. Giancarlocascan
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Este juego es una obra maestra sus misiones son increíbles sus bosses son increíbles las variedad de builds es inigualable la historia es la mejor que a hecho fromsoft en su historia es un juego desafiante y justo la personalización del ac es la mejor que eh visto en un videojuego el pvp es lo mejor de from software y es mi GOTY de este año indiscutible juegazo las únicas malas reseñas sonEste juego es una obra maestra sus misiones son increíbles sus bosses son increíbles las variedad de builds es inigualable la historia es la mejor que a hecho fromsoft en su historia es un juego desafiante y justo la personalización del ac es la mejor que eh visto en un videojuego el pvp es lo mejor de from software y es mi GOTY de este año indiscutible juegazo las únicas malas reseñas son gente que simplemente es mala en el juego este juego es de lo mejor que a hecho fromsoft en su historia… Expand
  16. CelsoBr
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Sensacional e frenético, um otimo jogo de ação com mechs vale muito a pena reconendo
  17. Mythic82
    Sep 8, 2023
    7
    + The game offers a decent shooting experience, but it lacks the sense of weight and impact that would make the robots feel more realistic and immersive.
    + The graphics are acceptable, but not impressive. The textures are decent, but some large objects have low polygon counts and look jagged.
    + The game has a lot of variety and customization options for the weapons and parts of the    + The game offers a decent shooting experience, but it lacks the sense of weight and impact that would make the robots feel more realistic and immersive.
    + The graphics are acceptable, but not impressive. The textures are decent, but some large objects have low polygon counts and look jagged.
    + The game has a lot of variety and customization options for the weapons and parts of the robots, which adds replay value and fun.
    - The physics are disappointing, as they do not match the expectations of a mech game. The robots move too fast and agile, like they are in a hack and slash game. There is no environmental or enemy destruction, which makes the combat less immersive.
    - The game has no memorable story, which makes it hard to care about the missions or the world.    … Expand
  18. Walber93
    Sep 8, 2023
    0
    It's a great game worthy of fromsoftware I hope it in the nominations of the game awards
  19. BigEyeball
    Sep 8, 2023
    9
    9/10

    Just finished this game, part way through NG+ already. When I first hit the credits I was wondering if I truly enjoyed the game or not and once I hit NG+ I realized I definitely did. There's so much more to see on your second playthrough. Pros: Good graphics, not maximum fidelity but it runs well and the game's world is realized. Some levels are much nicer than others. Set    9/10

    Just finished this game, part way through NG+ already. When I first hit the credits I was wondering if I truly enjoyed the game or not and once I hit NG+ I realized I definitely did. There's so much more to see on your second playthrough.

    Pros:
    Good graphics, not maximum fidelity but it runs well and the game's world is realized. Some levels are much nicer than others. Set pieces are impressive and unique. The way the mech animates and reacts to combat is probably the best part.

    Gameplay is fast and fluid. Action is crisp, weapons do what you expect them to do and there is a lot of creativity in building your mech. Two players can enjoy the game in entirely different ways. Once you have a handle on the controls you can blitz through levels and the game is incredibly satisfying. Multiplayer is bare bones but I'm just glad there is a place to test your AC against a human opponent.

    Story is good, it's not incredibly deep but it does hit the right beats. Characters are about as engaging and interesting as they can be when the plot is relayed entirely through voice dialogue and text boxes. The plot is memorable and in NG+ you'll be able to steer it in different directions and see the other sides of certain characters. It is well done.

    Atmosphere and music are top notch. The game has a cold and stoic presentation. It's the kind of game where you are doing really terrible things and your handler just says "It's a job." It doesn't delve past the surface level on this subject matter which is probably intentional so they can tell a heroic plot, but the world and the rivalry between pilots is both bleak and satisfying. The chapter 1 boss has the main standout track of the game. Really feels like a turning point in the game both visually and musically. I love replaying that fight.

    Cons:
    Visuals can get a bit busy sometimes and that makes it hard to see incoming attacks.

    Framerate can dip in a few areas, I wouldn't say it was gameplay impacting as most fights did run at 60 or near 60, but you will notice it on PS5.

    I honestly find the game a bit too easy, fodder enemies don't provide much challenge and a well built AC will let you burst the bosses down with some decent timing windows.

    All in all I think this game will be divisive for a lot of people. If you came here expecting a genre defining masterpiece you technically may have gotten one but not in the ways that people expect From Software to pull off. However it's one of the best softcore mech action games I've ever played.

    There will be inevitable comparisons to Fromsoft's latest output and that's unavoidable but I won't bother talking about that here. I will say that those games clearly influenced this one in ways that will be good or bad depending on your personal taste.    … Expand
  20. macdigger
    Sep 8, 2023
    4
    To hell with this game. Balance is way off. The games want you to do very specific things to beat it. Not fun. I don’t mind hard games, but they must be balanced. This one is just all over the place. Too bad I spent money. I had a lot of both in this company, their souls games were fair. This is if just a bit chunk of BS.
  21. Ben99901
    Sep 8, 2023
    9
    Игра очень динамичная. Много оружия и деталей для меха. В предыдущие части франшизы не играл. По поводу сложности много пишут. Да в миссиях можно было прохождение сделать и посложнее. А боссы ну в Sekiro, Elden Ring и DS3 боссы посложнее.Игра очень динамичная. Много оружия и деталей для меха. В предыдущие части франшизы не играл. По поводу сложности много пишут. Да в миссиях можно было прохождение сделать и посложнее. А боссы ну в Sekiro, Elden Ring и DS3 боссы посложнее.
  22. xjacsx
    Sep 8, 2023
    0
    Una carta de amor al mundo de los robots desde el punto de vista de los tomates me compraria 8 por si acaso
  23. Freekingflake
    Sep 7, 2023
    8
    Completely unexpected highlight, refreshing old-school gameplay, challenging levels, tough boss fights, only the overview sometimes suffers from the brutal action.
  24. romanticored
    Sep 7, 2023
    8
    The game is excellent, I recommend it to everyone even if you do not like the mecha genre (like me)
  25. Tsathoggua
    Sep 7, 2023
    8
    High Octane Action Game.
    A Complete Fun Action Game with No Microtransaction.
  26. Nacharage
    Sep 7, 2023
    8
    It's fun, but it's tiring to do it for a long time. Looking forward to the next work
  27. PlK018
    Sep 7, 2023
    0
    I do not like soul games, i don't dislike them either... but Armored Core has always been my FromSoft favorite, and FromSoft always delivers when Armored Core is involved!

    Excellent Game, is not perfect, but the difficulty, history and playthrough are well designed, is a difficult game yes. you need to learn one or two thing to be able to enjoy this game. but for me, this is what it    I do not like soul games, i don't dislike them either... but Armored Core has always been my FromSoft favorite, and FromSoft always delivers when Armored Core is involved!

    Excellent Game, is not perfect, but the difficulty, history and playthrough are well designed, is a difficult game yes. you need to learn one or two thing to be able to enjoy this game. but for me, this is what it makes this game so enjoyable.    … Expand
  28. Luis__lima31
    Sep 7, 2023
    8
    Simplesmente incrível como esse jogo é bem feito e muito bem executado. Me tornei fã desta franquia
  29. 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.
  30. asm1991
    Sep 7, 2023
    0
    I lost All my sabe date of level 4 due to From software lista le Saving dates . Bugs at launch like this make unplayable the game. This not is the way . No fin y lose 8 hours of game and some arenas
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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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