Daemon X Machina

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7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 304 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 216 out of 304
  2. Mixed: 39 out of 304
  3. Negative: 49 out of 304
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  1. zran
    Apr 25, 2023
    5
    overall decent game, except when you have to use mechanics what rarely are used, especially mechanics what generally aren't used on combat yet you are required to do them in the final battle of the game
  2. Deinemama
    Apr 8, 2022
    0
    Never played a Game THAT bad and i played VCB - Why City. Such bad Gamedesign i got stuck because no more enemys spawned.
  3. Drude
    Feb 14, 2022
    3
    The mech-fighter genre is sorely underpopulated. It's been over twenty years since their heyday, and we're long overdue a new juggernaut title that shows off the new technology and design tools available to modern gaming studios. Unfortunately, Dameon X machina aint that.

    If this game were released as-is in the year 2000 it would still have played second fiddle to Armored Core 2. The    The mech-fighter genre is sorely underpopulated. It's been over twenty years since their heyday, and we're long overdue a new juggernaut title that shows off the new technology and design tools available to modern gaming studios. Unfortunately, Dameon X machina aint that.

    If this game were released as-is in the year 2000 it would still have played second fiddle to Armored Core 2. The enemies are bland, the controls are unsatisfying, and overall combat is an absolute snoozefest. The only decent thing about the game is mech customization, which - if you ignore the fact that all chassis run on the same skeleton - is quite vast.

    The gameplay is honestly just overshadowed, though, by the games FFF production standards. What is FFF? Imagine a AAA game, and it's the opposite of that. The cringeworthy writing and dialogue is only made worse by the dirt-cheap localization. I cannot understate just how bad the presentation of this game is. The music, characters, and foley work simply sucks.

    TLDR: If you don't mind a game set in an ugly brown world populated by a caste of bland clichés that you won't care about, and if you don't mind playing the game on mute, you might find something that scratches the anime 'mech fighter itch but is not innovative or even well-polished.    … Expand
  4. Ripper36
    Jan 14, 2022
    10
    LOVE this game. Runs great and plays even better. Story is not half bad either. Yea it takes a couple of hrs to really get into it but its worth it. Looks great ,things are pretty on that end. Some ppl have issues with it but i found it so much fun. Now if we can get Madworld back on the Switch that would be perfect. Great job NIntendo!
  5. Brayanrdz2510
    Nov 28, 2021
    8
    el juego tiene bastantes cosas buenas, pero una de ellas no es la historia. es bastante frenetico y cuenta con mucha edicion de personaje y de mecha. si puedes compralo, no te va a decepcionar
    le doy este 8 por que la historia es algo meh solo por eso.
  6. AbbachioSexyAss
    Sep 18, 2021
    6
    Not, that bad as people say, it's a bit repetitive and some grafics are glitchy, if you play once a week or so it's ok if you like mecha games.
  7. Rinzler40
    Apr 16, 2021
    9
    Okay...this game came out of nowhere and completely surprised me. I played the demo and about 3 missions in I was hooked. There are so many mech games and third person shooters that do it wrong, and DXM simply does it right. Sure the dialog and story is a bit anime...but you can skip through it. Gameplay is solid, literally like fighting in the robotech world...missiles, cannons, acidOkay...this game came out of nowhere and completely surprised me. I played the demo and about 3 missions in I was hooked. There are so many mech games and third person shooters that do it wrong, and DXM simply does it right. Sure the dialog and story is a bit anime...but you can skip through it. Gameplay is solid, literally like fighting in the robotech world...missiles, cannons, acid guns, sniper rifles, laser swords....this is armored core on steroids
    and my bro and I love it. Really, play the demo, see if you like it....missions are short and not overbearing.....Similar to the short missions of god eater with more emphasis on shooting and flying. It’s great, really enjoying it....I’m really puzzled why this one didn’t make it to other consoles.    … Expand
  8. iaszczvr
    Mar 7, 2021
    1
    This game had great potential, as its working great on Switch, however its potential was totally lost. Missions are pretty much the same and combat is absolutely boring.
    Melee is totally not worth using until the end, then suddenly its a must have. Besides its clumsy.
    Story is told by lengthy dialogues that are boring most of the time (but there are some great lines to be honest). This    This game had great potential, as its working great on Switch, however its potential was totally lost. Missions are pretty much the same and combat is absolutely boring.
    Melee is totally not worth using until the end, then suddenly its a must have. Besides its clumsy.
    Story is told by lengthy dialogues that are boring most of the time (but there are some great lines to be honest). This game seems like playing one mission all the time and only names of enemies are changing.    … Expand
  9. Z_Bearcat
    Jan 24, 2021
    9
    This game has been amazing. Haven't been able to find/play a great mecha game like this since Armored Core. Only thing that keeps this from being a 10 is the shop in the game not really offering things you didn't develop yourself and not being able to customize weapon color. Definitely not a game for those who do not want to look into technical details for building your mech or those whoThis game has been amazing. Haven't been able to find/play a great mecha game like this since Armored Core. Only thing that keeps this from being a 10 is the shop in the game not really offering things you didn't develop yourself and not being able to customize weapon color. Definitely not a game for those who do not want to look into technical details for building your mech or those who are easily motion sick though. Overall one of the best switch games out there that isn't an RPG. If you like fighting robots and building said robots this is a game for you.… Expand
  10. Pxel_Dennis
    Jan 2, 2021
    7
    Armored core-like games are disappeared from the market even if people love them, this one is a try to revive the genre but it fails because they tried to make it more casual-friendly ruining almost all aspects of it.
  11. Oldskoolberk
    Dec 28, 2020
    9
    I'm at a loss on how this game has "mixed" reviews. It has solid graphics, solid controls, excellent challenges, and a lot of options for designs and weapon selections. If the knocks are that it is too challenging at times and the mech warrior/robotech argument and how it is past its era then the knocks are weak as weak can get out. Its an excellent game to play. The storyline ofntheI'm at a loss on how this game has "mixed" reviews. It has solid graphics, solid controls, excellent challenges, and a lot of options for designs and weapon selections. If the knocks are that it is too challenging at times and the mech warrior/robotech argument and how it is past its era then the knocks are weak as weak can get out. Its an excellent game to play. The storyline ofnthe game probably needs a few tweaks though… Expand
  12. UmAlguem
    Dec 15, 2020
    10
    Muito underrated merece mais atenção, jogos de mecha nunca recebem a atenção que merecem.
  13. lehepl
    Dec 8, 2020
    10
    This game is probably one of my favourites on switch. It is action packed mecha goodness. The story is great and the controls of the mech and person are fantastic. 10/10
  14. Isaac0076
    Dec 8, 2020
    10
    6.5/10 This game does NOT deserve a 0

    That being said, is not perfect Story-wise is the worst piece of crap I have seen in recent memory (that's right, even worst than TLoU2) Sound mixing is also a mess, which is sad because it has a great OST that is going to be difficult to hear with all the other noice Graphics and performance are acceptable for a switch game (framerate drops a bit    6.5/10 This game does NOT deserve a 0

    That being said, is not perfect

    Story-wise is the worst piece of crap I have seen in recent memory (that's right, even worst than TLoU2)

    Sound mixing is also a mess, which is sad because it has a great OST that is going to be difficult to hear with all the other noice

    Graphics and performance are acceptable for a switch game (framerate drops a bit sometimes) and the art design is really good (except perhaps for the human characters)

    Where this game do really shine is in the gameplay, is fast-paced and it's customization have a LOT of options (you can even customized the HUD), there is no "strongest pieces" only builds that can be adapted depending of the situation

    It's an amazing mecha videogame, the best I have play by far in terms of combat gameplay, armored core fans are going to love it, especially for the solid multiplayer mode

    Like I said, is definely not perfect but if you are fan of the genre then you will enjoy it    … Expand
  15. Hyph
    Nov 9, 2020
    10
    I own this game on both the SWITCH and STEAM....

    It's an amazing game plain and simple. I grew up with Armored Core/Mech Assault/Mech Warrior/Robotech games and I always loved them. This game feels incredibly fun to play...the controls and combat are a lot of fun. You will spend a lot of time customizing/coloring your mech. Hopefully there is a sequel with a more fleshed out    I own this game on both the SWITCH and STEAM....

    It's an amazing game plain and simple.
    I grew up with Armored Core/Mech Assault/Mech Warrior/Robotech games and I always loved them.

    This game feels incredibly fun to play...the controls and combat are a lot of fun.

    You will spend a lot of time customizing/coloring your mech.

    Hopefully there is a sequel with a more fleshed out story and competitive multiplayer...that would be a dream come true.    … Expand
  16. Donutofdeath
    Oct 29, 2020
    9
    While a little rough around the edges the core gameplay of this game is an absolute blast and I personally have never played a mech game executed with this level of detail or that came anywhere near being this engaging ( I’m leaving Titan Fall out of this since they’re so different but TF is awesome too) it’s a good time for sure and the Mission Menu bgm track slaps.
  17. DomHall102
    Oct 20, 2020
    10
    One of the most fun games i have played in some time. I wish it would have a bigger following, i would buy a sequel
  18. Earldunk
    Sep 28, 2020
    8
    Mech game, mix matching parts, big boss battles could not ask for much more.
    Game does have some flaws but i can get over them. What I like about this game is the speed of the combat and game play is kind of what us mech fans like. I get some gundam vs vibes from the game with a bit of zone of the enders sprinkled on top.
  19. Beto1960
    Sep 10, 2020
    10
    The best game no switch i love the robots and it's si amazing the gameplay. Excelent
  20. Joes
    Sep 10, 2020
    10
    Creí que iba a ser un juego generico pero es muy bueno, sumamente recomendable
  21. Jdd2102
    Sep 10, 2020
    10
    El mejor juego de mecas que hay el frame rate es estable, la jugabilidad adictiva
  22. MagicMikey
    Aug 22, 2020
    3
    It controls really weird. it's just another mech game to be honest. and the off centered camera sucks
  23. Jopawho
    Aug 18, 2020
    7
    Vraiment surpris par ce jeu je ne suis pas un fan de Mecha et pourtant je l'ai trouvé super cool, je m'attendais à pire mais finalement ca va. Bravo à Marvelous pour ce jeu (j'ai aussi hâte d'avoir entre mes mains ce fameux No More Heroes 3
  24. Reed618
    Aug 12, 2020
    7
    I enjoy mech games and there are very few of them these days. My favorite is probably ZOE 2 but I also enjoy the armored core series. My hopes were pretty high for daemon but unfortunately it makes some big missteps.

    First of all the story and characters are just ok and they're poorly presented. There are so many text screens. It's quite odd that they hired so many voice actors and they    I enjoy mech games and there are very few of them these days. My favorite is probably ZOE 2 but I also enjoy the armored core series. My hopes were pretty high for daemon but unfortunately it makes some big missteps.

    First of all the story and characters are just ok and they're poorly presented. There are so many text screens. It's quite odd that they hired so many voice actors and they expect the player to sit through so much dialogue while looking at text screens. It feels so dull in comparison with the mech combat. I would prefer either a cinematic story that's engaging and fun or just no story at all. This feels like a pain to get through. The game also does an awful job at introducing you to the world. I'm about three hours in and I don't know what the immortals are, what femto is, where are all the people, who are these factions, how did the moon fall... it's just so weird that they have such an interesting sci fi concept and they present it in such an awful way.

    Second, some missions are a little too basic and the mission areas are often too small. This type of game is inherently going to feel repetitive but there aren't many bosses and the enemies are all very samey. This isn't a huge issue but it does make me less interested in what's coming next. Also one mission so far was just abysmal. I was controlling a giant robot and had to kill 200 enemies which sounds super fun but man... it handles sooo bad... it took ages to kill them all... just an absolute slog to get through.

    Honestly this game feels dated. Armored core offered the same experience on ps3. This just feels like a nicer looking armored core with a worse story. It would be nice to have a hub world to explore, people to talk to and missions to acquire before going out in my mech suit. A more visual introduction to this world as well would be really cool.

    This doesn't feel like an evolution of armored core but a slightly worse but nicer looking armored core and that's kind of disappointing.
    It's not a bad game though and there's definitely fun to be had. I feel like there's potential for a sequel to improve on these flaws but it doesn't seem like daemon did enough to make people interested in another title sadly.    … Expand
  25. Tatelee1990
    Jul 25, 2020
    8
    Amazingly smooth gameplay, obvious influences from Gundam and ofher mech games and anime, beautiful art style, highly recommend!
  26. Naughtytim
    Jul 12, 2020
    8
    There are not many macha fighting types of games, and I feel very happy they are able to produce one.
    The unique picture style gives me a very good feeling, without the need for a next-generation graphic.
    Story i would say normal, and the quests are not really interesting. Modifications are good but I still want more. Gun fight become a very big part and the melee feels bad. Overall    There are not many macha fighting types of games, and I feel very happy they are able to produce one.
    The unique picture style gives me a very good feeling, without the need for a next-generation graphic.
    Story i would say normal, and the quests are not really interesting.
    Modifications are good but I still want more. Gun fight become a very big part and the melee feels bad.
    Overall good game and I would like to see more of these types come out.    … Expand
  27. garyw_81
    Jun 12, 2020
    9
    fantastic game, not sure why noone is playing this. I don't even like these mech games but decided to dive in after playing the demo and I haven't been dissapointed, excellent combat system and a good story to boot.
    Maybe the visuals aren't the best,bu certainly not the worst I've seen. would reccomend at least playing the demo if it's stioll avsailable, you may surprise yourself.
  28. Galix
    Apr 12, 2020
    7
    Juego que no está mal para quienes les gusten los mechas o los juegos de acción pero que puede no ser lo más recomendable para el resto.

    Lo bueno: - El apartado artístico es bastante bueno, tanto en el diseño de mechas como en el colorido de los escenarios. - Las opciones de personalización son muy amplias. - La jugabilidad es notable. Directa e intuitiva. - La gran variedad de    Juego que no está mal para quienes les gusten los mechas o los juegos de acción pero que puede no ser lo más recomendable para el resto.

    Lo bueno:
    - El apartado artístico es bastante bueno, tanto en el diseño de mechas como en el colorido de los escenarios.
    - Las opciones de personalización son muy amplias.
    - La jugabilidad es notable. Directa e intuitiva.
    - La gran variedad de armas y armaduras con distintos efectos que ofrecen un amplio abanico de opciones a la hora de combatir.
    - La banda sonora espectacular.

    Lo malo:
    - La historia tarda en arrancar y no es gran cosa.
    - El escaso o directamente inexistente carisma de los personajes.
    - La similitud en la gran mayoría de las misiones que hace que se vuelva algo repetitivo.
    - La sensación continua de principio a fin de que nuestro personaje no tiene voz ni voto en el desarrollo de la historia.
    - Si bien no se ve mal, gráficamente podría haber dado bastante más de sí.
    - Conseguir todos los coleccionables es realmente tedioso y el incentivo para hacerlo es insuficiente.    … Expand
  29. DigaHole
    Apr 6, 2020
    4
    Bad story, boring and repetitive gameplay. I will never try out another mech game, if this one is claimed to be a good one. Totally wasted my money. DO NOT recommend! Worst Switch "exclusive" so far.
  30. SenpaiJake
    Mar 25, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. To be blunt, DxM is a good game. It's a solid mecha action shooter with some in-depth customization systems for both the pilot and suit. But, the game's lack of a solid and well-versed narrative thwarted with waaay too many different characters and a stack of missions too short and awkward to enjoy make getting into those systems hard.

    I haven't played too much of this game. I've put about 20 or so hours in, mostly in the story mode, and I will say while I didn't expect the world, I did expect more. DxM at its core is a mecha action game where you are supposed to farm for different parts and weapons to make differenet suits for different situations, to (I believe) ultimately go into online and dominate in PvP or grind with others for better parts. The base system of the game is built to be just that: you do missions, online or offline, where different bosses and enemies will be there to give you a shot at picking up parts specific to that mission. Think like how Monster hunter or God eater would do it, essentially. That core system works and it is good, but the rest of the game hinders the majority of people being able to get behind it.

    Monster Hunter never had much narrative, but it has a bunch of unique items and armor and super fun missions to play. God Eater has an interesting narrative with some decent and unique things to make. DxM in those terms has very copy and paste armor pieces and a handful of weapons where the only deviation are the add-on parts you give to them. While the "system" is good, as aforementioned, the "missions" are not so much. The story missions are either so easy it's insulting to try and grind or even make a unique set, or they're so awkwardly designed to be unfair and downright hard that you need to suddenly go back and grind for a specific part to beat it. It makes for a mix of repetitive to somewhat boring gameplay, even though a mecha action shooter should be in-your face explosive action that keeps you hooked.

    When you couple this with the worst part of the game - the story - you turn DxM from a potentially great mecha to a sappy, watered down shooter. The story in this game is awful, and for a few reasons. Besides some context from random trailers, the writers of DxM give you NOTHING to go on. As you progress through the story missions you get bits and pieces of the history of the world in the game, but not nearly enough to make any climactic action or drama leave in impact on the player. The main arching point for the game is the AI system going rogue (or something?) and the mercenaries who work together a LOT but also fight each other a LOT start to question why they are fighting each other. Just to turn around and, every time, say "oh well you shouldn't come to battle if you don't want to fight," then go back to asking WHY ARE WE FIGHTING EACH OTHER?! It's a ridiculously bad narrative with no meaning or seams that hold it together. It goes all over the place in its attempt to be a philosophical, post-apocalypse tale that would copy masters of the theme like Yoko Taro. It's just bad overall, and when you mix that in with the fact there are so many characters going by so many codenames, the average player can't keep up enough to care. They tried to remedy this bad plot with some text message conversations you will get after each mission that are so dragged out that there's no point in reading them, even if they gave us some hint as to what the hell is going on.

    Story and bad single missions aside, multiplayer is the silver lining to this game. You have PvE, basically playing a slew of missions together with other players to get parts and experience, and other modes like PvP which are really interesting, but also a bit worthless since the game didn't bother to balance out a lot of the customization areas for things such as the auto-aim auto-lock and long distances electric gun weapons. Multiplayer has been a relatively fun experience to do for an hour or so once in a while to get some more parts and just grind out.

    However, multiplayer is dead.

    So this game loses its own silver lining because it tears away most interests in its bad single player setup, and general setup of its core missions. A lot of potential, but now that no ones playing, I wont be coming back to that story mode for a LONG time.    … Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 68 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 68
  2. Mixed: 35 out of 68
  3. Negative: 2 out of 68
  1. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Apr 28, 2020
    70
    Daemon X Machina has a lot of personality when it comes to moment-to-moment action, but everything else sometimes feels like an afterthought. [Issue #42 – October 2019, p. 72]
  2. Nintendo Insider
    Oct 28, 2019
    70
    There’s much to applaud about Daemon X Machina. The third-person mech action game delivers an experience unlike any other on Nintendo Switch, thanks to the striking mech designs and red-drenched world merging with combat that can readily thrill in the game’s many large-scale encounters. However, shortcomings such as the convoluted plot and repetition let it down – holding it back from reaching the brilliance that Marvelous nearly achieved.
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  3. PLAY! Zine
    Oct 16, 2019
    85
    The best description is this is basically Armored Core X Gundam. It has great mech and character customizations, fast and chaotic combat and a good enough story. If you have a Switch and are a mech fan then this game is a must buy.
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