Armored Core 6 - Before You Buy

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S) is an action mech game from a legendary game development studio. How is it? Let's talk.
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[@BuckSnortx]

For those wondering, its more than 20 hours to get all the content. With NG+/++ you unlock new missions, new parts and weapons, and an alternate ending.

[@Kalibre97]

20 hour games are always welcome, not every game needs to be 60 hours. That being said I might pick this up eventually

[@Floaydi]

It's very replayable so that's cool.

[@ts7901]

Yeah I wasn't going to get this because mech games are like whatever to me. My friend bought it for me for my bday and tbh it's a lot of fun. Didn't expect it to be, but it is.

[@Loztc0ld]

Ehh I'd rather have something I don't play for two days

[@paulpallo5513]

I haven't played it yet, but I saw another reviewer (Iron Pineapple) mentioned there are branching mission paths that can change stuff in New Game +. Also they mentioned that there are unique missions and mech parts in NG + as well. It's a 20 hour game, but it begs to be replayed at least once.

[@bigmodebestmode]

@@Loztc0ld bold of you to admit your 10hr/day gaming habit 😂

[@iammax1393]

Was a huge Gundam fan growing up, but never tried a mech game til now. Decided to give this a try after playing through FromSoft’s catalogue, and several hours in I can safely say this game is exactly what I was hoping for. Cinematic visuals, fluid movement, fast paced combat, and crazy customization potential. Having a blast 🔥

[@Matanumi]

Blows away modern gundam games

[@Nu_Chowe]

Same. I really with they made a serious gundam game similar to ac

[@mikebrown4956]

Chef’s kiss if From Software was allowed to make an official Gundam game.

[@mikloridden8276]

@@MatanumiIt’s a good game, but that’s naive. Extreme VS is a gem that’s very popular

[@androyus]

​@@mikebrown4956 From already made a Gundam game. *Gundam Unicorn* back in PS3 era. But here's hoping they can make more Gundam games considering From & Bamco are pretty much like brothers now.

[@Soulslayer24]

Fromsoft is becoming unstoppable and I'm really glad for their success. A company that actually puts out COMPLETE games and made with passion is rare these days. I didn't even hesitate to buy this game because i knew it wouldn't disappoint. Thank you for another great game fromsoft ❤

[@maminoo]

this game sucks

[@munky342]

​@@maminooc'mon, the tutorial boss isn't *that* hard.

[@GigaChadDuPlessis]

I didnt like elden ring and hope they return back to normal darksouls type games. I finished it but thought it sucked compared to previous games. Im having so much fun with ac6 and hope i dont have to wait 10 more years for ac7

[@GigaChadDuPlessis]

​​@@munky342lol if he really struggling with that just wait til he gets to the boss at the end of chapter 1 lol. Even chapter 2s end boss wasnt as frustrating. Chapter 3s end boss was cake compared lol

[@cenciende9401]

Wrong. Never seen an 'incomplete' game (and game developers wouldn't make games if they didn't all have passion) and I've played over 600 games. Including this one I'm playing right now and it's awesome.

[@9unslin9er]

This is a must buy for me. Been playing AC since 2 on PS2. If people only knew how horrible the controls were back then they'd give this a 10/10. AC6 looks like how I wanted AC2 to play if it were combined with Zone of the Enders and a whole customization package.

[@Razmoudah]

Sadly, I only played the PS2 entries before. Although I have a PS3 my finances were tight enough I had to be extra picky as to what games I would or wouldn't buy back then, and I just wasn't good enough at AC2/3 to justify getting AC4/5. AC6 though, this one is what I'd always wanted Armored Core to be, and I couldn't be happier with it. Hell, despite all of the warnings about how demanding the game is it's running on my gaming laptop at maxed out graphics settings (including Ray Tracing) just fine.

[@widdershins5383]

From one of the last ones I played on ps3, the controls are way better and feel closer to the old school arcade style games with the really awesome control stick controls, very intuitive and responsive these days

[@AxelHenx]

played it on ps1 and also wanted it to be more of a combination with zoe. seriously considering

[@Seraph_G]

So as one Hardcore fan to another... I was heartbroken after about 7hrs... It's very MechSouls or Armored Borne.... The bosses have weakspots, you lose a lot of AC3 and AC4 customizations. It was really disappointing... Think AC5 but less, some items are only R or L, same for back units. They removed Shoulder EX items. You really can't have 2 firing at once like you could. It's very AC2 but less.

[@Seraph_G]

My one addendum, is AC vs AC matches are so fun and the AC vs small things is okay, just bosses are bullet sponges.

[@fen4554]

Put 6 hours into it last night at launch. As a PS1/2 era AC fan, this is like a dream come true. You can finally move and fight in the way the intros have been showing for decades.

[@buddahkz9980]

This is the comment I was looking for thank you

[@nickmac7703]

Yeah man just sitting and staring at your creation adds to the atmosphere. Sometimes I can't believe what I'm seeing, dream come true.

[@bherrlabsinc3700]

Yes it’s just like the AC2 intro 🔥

[@MichaelGagnon-ye2nk]

I agree and I'm glad they brought back pvp 🎉

[@mrgray5576]

Fellow AC1 fan. Its god damn awesome hey!

[@ZombieRommel]

These devs just absolutely nailed the game feel. In the AC, you feel weighty but also very nimble and dangerous, and all your weapons feel like they have impact. When YOU get hit, you feel impacted. It's important for a game like this for hits to be able to be felt and registered because you're dealing with such large health pools it would be easy for things to feel spongy and sterile. I'm happy that the controls on mouse and keyboard feel good also. I was worried that the lock system would degrade the importance of actually aiming, but my experience so far has been that the lockon system is balanced insofar as lining up shots with it is highly contingent on your movement relative to the enemy's. So if you're standing still and they're moving, you're going to miss pretty much every shot as the system doesn't lead for you. Pretty cool. Moving the camera around with the mouse feels responsive. I'm interested in trying the free aim OS upgrade later. Hopefully multiplayer takes off. Great game. I'm one of the few people who never really cared for Souls/Elden Ring. But I've been playing the AC games since the PS1 era and have a lot of fond memories of them, and it's so badass From brought this franchise back from the dead.

[@utilityaccount8514]

The analog deadzone is bigger than it was in Armored Core 3. I don't believe anybody at From Software was actually involved in the control mechanics and sold us some branded art for $60

[@bleedszn]

happy to hear m&k feels good

[@BBBerti]

​@@utilityaccount8514you're everywhere in this comment section and it's pretty damn cringe

[@btchiaintkidding7837]

have u tried sekiro ? give it a go

[@GigaChadDuPlessis]

10 years iv waited for another armored core. Having so much damn fun with this game. 1v1s in pvp are epic af

[@GregBackwards]

SO glad this game got made. This franchise has needed a solid installment for a long time now, and here it is. Now I just want another Zone of the Enders one of these days

[@soularslaps]

zone of the fucking enders, that's what it was called. man, I played my first armored core of a old ps1 game informer demo disk. time really do fly by

[@NotaNinja]

I just got around to watching the ZOE anime. not as fun as the original ps2 game. but still enjoyed. only like 25 episodes.

[@michaelsperberg992]

Dude zone of enders was fucking lit man!!

[@bryanlaurent8982]

​@ceehdeeh114 my goodness i forgot they use to give demos out in the actuall magazine back in the day. Thank you

[@oblivionist]

There needs to be a ZOE2 successor, that game was ahead of its time.

[@mijthemagnificent4791]

I like the note about "quiet confidence" it's how I've felt with them for so long, even the tilecard for when their name appears on screen gives off just the same vibe. The screen goes black with just the bold white words "FROMSOFTWARE" appears and you know you're in for a treat from a team that cares

[@ScornDrake270]

Been having an absolute blast with AC6. It runs so smoothly on console, I haven't noticed any frame drops which is crazy since I already put 18 hours into the game on highest performance with ray-tracing. The combat and movement is so smooth, it's like constantly ice skating while firing off an entire 80's action hero package of weaponry. The best thing about the game, I find is that no matter how many times I've died it doesn't frustrate me. The bosses are just epic

[@NoName-qd6vp]

I notice definite frame drops in the Ps5 version and the PS4 version running on the Ps5, especially when there are weather effects.

[@bm373]

There's real ray tracing on consoles?

[@Kennethblues]

When I use ray tracing it locks to quality? Are you on PS?

[@kymriel]

Ray tracing is only for the garage. You're not gonna get that in missions so that's why you aren't seeing frame drops

[@gre3nishsinx0Rgold4]

Having played AC 3 all the way to 5. Years ago, this was such a breath of fresh air as a mech fan. I only wish we had more customization for more solid mech builds. The parts available are great, but it feels too few.

[@gre3nishsinx0Rgold4]

@@ELpeaceonearth after making the elden ring dlc. They can make a dlc for this game.

[@FSVR54]

You have to keep going through the game. Way more parts open up past chapter 1

[@JGriffin5150]

​@@FSVR54😂

[@noahknight4039]

@@gre3nishsinx0Rgold4AC games are rarely a one off. Even ACV which was one of the worst selling got Verdict Day for a sequel. I think if not full games, they’ll maybe support AC6 with big dlc updates. But considering AC games tend to have time jumps and such, they tend to lean into full releases. But I’m glad to have a new AC, aside from it there’s Daemon X Machina and not much else. There’s mech games where they act as more tank like but not much when it comes to speed and energy swords and such. Although I did like Mech Warrior 5.

[@ANONM60D]

As someone who struggles to complete a 60 hour title unless it is dark souls, I enjoy shorter quality games

[@rooster1610]

Once again this is another "After You Bought" for me and I assume many others, Fromsoft are one of the very few developers left in whom you can still have total faith that they'll put out amazing games, and this one is no exception. Personally it's my first ever Armored Core game and I'm having a total blast

[@jasonchiang251]

I don't like the game. Other than boss missions, the normal ones are boring af and a steamroll

[@blackRXrider]

I'm a total fanboy of this company, but never played any of these games. 😂😂😂

[@ajttchng7101]

​@@jasonchiang251that's means this game is not for you.

[@L0-C01]

Same. This game kicks ass. I’m loving it

[@cali4806]

Luckily i wasnt convinced before watching videos and still not pulled the trigger on it. Guess its an on sale buy at this point for me

[@mikeyhope7577]

Honestly after like 8 hours I’m not the biggest fan of the game, but it’s really well made and the gameplay feels pretty solid. Glad mech fans are finally getting a really good game.

[@ARod3]

How come? No spoilers please lol

[@tastynoobr3685]

i think its the micro managing of everything on your mech in a fight, it isnt hold 2 buttons for auto fire and rockets, you have to constantly fire each article of weaponry you have. from that alone i think its a bit harder than your average dodge N roll souls games@@ARod3

[@dddddddddddddddadddddddddddddd]

@@ARod3probably just not really a game for them which is refreshing compared to the amount of fromsoft dickriding on steam reviews from people that have played 0.1 hours

[@JustNel]

I was expecting something else. Refunded but saw that it was cracked already so will give it a try there

[@bingobongo1615]

Its crazy how many people buy this just because its Fromsoftware… Guys, not a lot of you will enjoy this. Mech games are very niche and very different from what most people enjoy these days…

[@KDoodleNoodle99]

4:15 what I love about “Invincible” Rumy thinking he’s a god is that he is in dead last place in the arena 😂

[@o0junglist0o93]

This is easily a 10/10 for me. 60 hours to see everything. No micro transactions. Finished, polished game. Also, If you have a controller with back paddles, assign jump and quick boost to improve the controls.

[@kennybromme2220]

This game is amazing. One of the only developers I have faith in when they announce and release a game.

[@RevanBC]

I refunded after an hour, same old game from the early 2000s with modern graphics are everyone loses their shit.

[@tristansylvester1079]

​@RevanBC same old game from 2000 is way, way better than a lot of the modern junk the AAA industry pumps out

[@wilhelm7450]

​@@RevanBCgodbless fromsoftware for filtering crybabies like you from the game

[@Blackjack-qs8pr]

​@@tristansylvester1079Did him right 👍

[@v_cpt-phasma_v689]

revanBC when a sequel is a sequel🤬🤬🤬🤬@@RevanBC

[@InvntdXNEWROMAN]

You forgot to mention that the new game+ mode will give players new mission choices up to NG+3.

[@305backup]

Yeah thats a huge thing to skip because it adds hours of play time

[@cheslerpark7223]

not a mention of multiplayer either...

[@ericperry1861]

Always appreciated From's confidence that their fan base will be able to handle the difficulty and understand that its done in a fair way.

[@zekrinealfa1113]

They treat us like we aren't idiots and that is much appreciated.

[@HellonearthlABB]

​@@zekrinealfa1113only an idiot would go through pain playing something that's supposed to be relaxing and entertaining

[@JadaKilla]

Falcon is just such a joy and fun to listen to. He makes these videos fly by and so entertaining!

[@Coronaboii88]

So far I’m loving my first entry into the series. Can’t wait to get off work and continue playing.

[@gameranxTV]

👍🏼

[@SlyRyFry]

This game is amazing, has literally everything I could ask for as a long time AC fan. Customization is better than it's ever been, plus no microtransactions for color palettes like other scummy studios. Actually a big fan of the way multiplayer is unlocked too. Replay missions for *_coam_* and don't be afraid to sell your extra gear, you can always rebuy it back for the price you sold it for. It makes messing with the customization early game no problem. It's also runs super well on pc, haven't had any issues whatsoever.

[@travelsizedlions]

IMO, if you're going to do microtransactions, color palettes is one of the least scummy ways to do it.

[@SlyRyFry]

@@travelsizedlionsNah look at something like halo infinite. Even among the stans that would sell their first borns souls to defend 343, all of them universally hate the color palette system and thought it was a scummy thing to do. Sure it's not a gambling loot box but you shouldnt have to pay for basic color palettes

[@SuperAp0calypse]

On sale atm at -30%. Pretty sure it has some form of competitive multiplayer as well as the base game btw, its not mentioned in the video.

[@josflorida5346]

This game is a testimony to just making a FUN game. Used to be normal to not need a story. It's so nice to just plug in to have fun and try to master a game. I'm stoked for pvp when it let's me join in

[@cenciende9401]

Yes and those were the dark times where gaming was less of an artform. Not every game needs it though it's true.

[@JSAsucks]

You’re probably there by now, but you get pvp after chapter 2

[@josflorida5346]

@JSAsucks actually I'm raging at balteus right now lol. It came out during my work period. Imma start actually having some time tomorrow to really dig into it

[@mikenolan2194]

​@@josflorida5346tip for balteus because I struggled hard aswell. Swap your ac weapons to the bazookas for your left and right hand. They break the shield very well and they stagger him really hard. Then Swap both your shoulders to the laser cannon you can spam them one at a time after his shield is broken. Then just buy all the heavy armour so your ac is a tank, you want as much ap as you can get. Buy the assault armour expansion, this is good for deleting his shield but you have to be right up his ass because the range is short. Don't spend hours trying to figure out how to beat him like me, hope you enjoy that sweet victory 😁

[@sup6316]

​I have tried every fricking build to beat balteus but it just doesn't budge :/

[@brennanscarcello1443]

I have had this pre-ordered, and was so ready to play this last night, but the download had been stuck on "Download Queued" all night. That is until i received a notification at work that it is ready to play a minute ago, so excited to get home and give it a try! Long time souls veteran, but a newcomer to the AC Series.

[@youtubesucks1821]

What does the Assassin's Creed series have to do with this?

[@budowniczypylonow7026]

you mean ace combat@@youtubesucks1821

[@DanielOliveira-xj4wb]

​@@youtubesucks1821AC stand for Armored core...

[@youtubesucks1821]

@@DanielOliveira-xj4wb Nah they stole that, I don't want to award them for unoriginality

[@zeroDOLLARg-Ro]

Let us know your review after playing!

[@ToddayGaither]

First thing first - I never been this excited for a review, especially when I already own the game (since 6pm ct yesterday). AC6 is amazing! It's been a long time since I've been this engaged with a new a game. The guns feel good, shooting missles makes me feel so bad ass, and the customization.... I could spend my entire lunch just customizing AC's! Thanks Falcon for the review!

[@leonr1985]

For a 10 year old kid who loves robots as a toy for sure.

[@theAshesofDecember1]

I still have memories of playing the first couple missions over and over for the first game. I never owned it, but it was on a demo disc I had for the original PlayStation. Obviously there was only so much you could do or unlock, but I just really loved grinding out the missions for money until I had every option available for my AC

[@ha1ryfa1ry52]

Me and my brother also had that demo disc. Came with Parappa the Rapper on it as well if i remeber right.

[@theAshesofDecember1]

@@ha1ryfa1ry52 it sure did and I played the shit out of that one too 🤣🤣

[@tbronzwaer]

One of my favorite games of the past few years. I immediately liked it, but it really clicked for me when I reached the Wallclimber mission. The sense of scale, the insanely good gameplay, and the beautiful audio and visuals completely drew me into its awesome world, in that special way that only the best games can.

[@mintymince]

This is my first AC game and I think it's absolutely fantastic. As a Soulsbornekiro veteran, this has been a breath of fresh air. In the first hour or so, I didn't know what the hell I was doing but then it all started to click over the next couple of hours. The level of customisation is insane.

[@high.level.noob.]

Soulsbornekiro sounds absurd. Just say fromsoft

[@mithex8414]

@@high.level.noob.soulsbornekiroring

[@mintymince]

​@@high.level.noob.nah, you're alright

[@EldenRinging]

​@@mithex8414🤭🤭

[@assassin56PSNTAG]

I never played Armored Core in the past, or any mech game for that matter. I am not a mech fan by any stretch, except for maybe really enjoying the Pacific Rim movies. This game is more than likely what will change all of that for me, it's damn buttery smooth. It's fun, explosive, very well thought combat systems like you'd expect from FromSoft. I have nothing but good things to say about ACVI, I hope other people who don't have a history with mechs also get to enjoy the game!

[@mukmuk437]

It’s the same for me, first armoured core and never been into mech stuff. But I agree this game is great!

[@Zemeckis_]

​@mukmuk437 it really is great. Some people plays the game because they're curious. But some people just looks at ac6 videos without playing and say, "the game is trash." The game actually feels a lot better when you're playing it than just watching

[@Warriorswell]

@@Zemeckis_ ACFA was the last good AC game. Ive played this for a few hours and want to pull my hair out with its slow and sluggish commands, terrible UI setup with no Minimap, and it has health pots in the form of repairs! the boss's are something you have to "learn the attack patters" and do not feel like machines that you are contracted to find a way to defeat as in ACFA were the fortress's (boss's) are just another enemy but massive. you have to build vastly different for certain boss's instead of finding the best build in your build style (aka im all about speed yet I have to sometimes switch to something slow and heavy hitting to put dents into some enemy's). The stagger system is a joke, and yes I know other games in the series had stagger but my god this stagger system is so dam in your face annoying with its 2 missiles and your stun-locked. AC6 is an utter disgrace to the AC games of old. All AC6 is an Armored Souls game with how everything is a curated fight with attack patterns and limited battlefield sizes.

[@leonr1985]

I'm not a mech fan too but i do played all of them before.

[@fernandozavaletabustos205]

Several things to point out about Armored Core 6: - AC6 has a lot of replay value due to the decisions made throughout the campaign (that includes multiple endings), as well as the unlockables of New Game + and beyond! - For all newcomer Ravens, you DO NOT need to have played the previous AC games to get into this one, very similar on how Final Fantasy dev teams create its titles. - Plays different from Souls - same smooth, responsive controls. - Long range arsenal: bazookas, gatling guns, split missiles, plasma rifles and more. - Melee weaponry: Cluster bomb thrower, chainsaw, pulse blade, lances and more. - The movement speed is between AC3 and AC5 - There is a heavy on customization. - Tons of custom paint jobs and the posibility of downloading weapons for making decals. - Legs are one of the most important parts of your mech, because they determine how much weight your vehicle can carry. - Your power engine / energy source is on other one as it modifies the amount of energy available, as well as how slow or fast your energy bar will recharge, when its depleted.

[@zen_7748]

As a newcomer to Armored Core, I've been playing the game for about an hour or so, and I really enjoy this one!

[@ripdito]

i bought this game day one with no prior knowledge of the series. fromsoft does not miss and this is easily their most intuitive title yet with one of the best video game stories ever told and their most straightforward. “opaque even by from software standards” is nonsense

[@PULPPUNKBK]

As an AC vet, AC6 is an incredible revisit and even continuation of the series. I have heard many opinions about the story and the story expands after the 1st AND 2nd playthrough. Much like other FS Games, the lore is sprinkled through each play and I expect some hefty videos about interpretations in the future and each one of the endings makes sense giving how the narratives play out. Very solid re-entry to the AC universe and I hope there's more to come.

[@TheSoulOfLincoln]

Don’t forget there are multiple endings in New Game +1 & 2. These lead to new missions and adds to the story, much like Nier

[@farbeyondfading8697]

I always liked the idea of Armored Core but could never get into. I've been playing this one since last night and it's amazing. Kinda like the Gundam game I've always wanted

[@gameranxTV]

👍🏼

[@Nick01200]

I grew up playing AC on the playstation, whenever i visited my friends house. I shamelessly love these kinds of games, last raven was a blast too. I got the collectors edition of this game, and the figure is wicked too! great value with all it came with

[@chasehicks7465]

From software makes its bosses challenging, like rethink your whole life's choices challenging but that moment you finally improve your skills enough and beat it you feel like you accomplished something, I remember the 1st time playing dark souls it was completely alien to me but once i figured it out what a rush It's a literal game changer you're forced to relearn how to play.

[@Bray08]

This is my first Armored Core experience. I fell in love! What an amazing game.

[@bane9951]

I think a lot of people came in with a different expectation for the game, maybe something like an RPG almost But its not like that, its more of a strategy game where you build the perfect mech to tackle that one mission instead of progressing 1 build only

[@bruvathroatpuncher500]

The strategy is figuring out what build works for you to complete the mission. And the skill is how you handle the mech.

[@ryanoneill9333]

Hey man, hope all is well. The From team is really making insane games, wow. This is no exception, really looks amazing and fun.

[@Hinryu1984]

Great “Before you buy” I am a mech fan and I enjoy the combat speed of Gundam games, I’m very happy to see the action is fast paced, I look forward to trying out some load outs.

[@matthewjalovick]

I played Chromehounds long ago when I was in 9th grade, never even knowing it was made by From, and so I took a gamble on AC6. It feels like a video game type video game. I’m having a ton of fun even though this is such a random game for 2023. From knows how to make games and mannnn do that make them well. Alright, off to go use my laser sword on some big ole chunks of steel :)

[@tylerseamans9658]

Chromehounds was such a great game. Haven’t had my mech itch scratched since. AC VI is close and fun as hell but man…chromehounds.

[@IhsanMujdeci]

I can't stress how fluid the controls are. You feel like a bad ass almost immediately. This is my second AC game, I tried to emulate 4 on ps2 but it was really really clunky.

[@whodat8048]

Did you use K/M or controller?

[@IhsanMujdeci]

@@whodat8048 controller.

[@hare75]

Play 4th gen feels almost smooth

[@mr.justice3220]

Fluid? Game feels like ass

[@IhsanMujdeci]

@@mr.justice3220 which AC have you played in the past?

[@michaelhoule2134]

Just got it,played the first three missions and im totally hooked. Great missions, awesome visuals, great customization and fun fluid game play. Im hooked.

[@Keidon1337]

Honestly speaking with the 3rd ending we get it really makes me hope and pray for an ac6 dlc, or ac7 in a few years. I had such a blast playing this game that if they were to give me more I'd devour it gladly.

[@EvilJ069]

I've been an AC fan since day one, I fell in love with a demo of the PS1 version from a game mag

[@XboxGT-Jackass1989]

Sooo glad my difficulty in the first boss wasn't mine alone to struggle with!! It's harder than I remember the previous titles being, but ohhhh it's soo cool, I can't wait til I get more parts, and what kind of multiplayer elements they're gonna add. Thanks for the awesome videos!!

[@nickkelly3199]

Same dude I died to it almost 10 times, same with the second main boss.

[@thatguyq4783]

Lol when I fought that first boss I was doing okay but I was thinking there’s no way, this is like Demon Souls, Sekiro, and Elden Ring where we’re suppose to die. Then I died ask me to restart from check point and i was like daaaamnn. Took 6-7 tries but im enjoying this game so far fought 2 bosses so far.

[@thelemon5069]

​@@nickkelly3199I was pushing at least 35 lol

[@thelemon5069]

​@@nickkelly3199scratch thay I thought he was talking about Balteus

[@PuckTheFenguins]

lol tutorial boss had me frustrated for like an hour.. finally beat him and played through chapter 1, to get stuck at the next boss balteus for a couple hours. made me rage quit and i came back this morning to beat him

[@TheDJMeyer85]

FromSoftware remembers what gaming is about: being fun without predatory microtransactions

[@Zmanowar]

FS has become my favorite developer. Just amazing

[@alphadog9589]

This is such a throwback used to play armored core with my father growing up back in like 02-03, this is definitely a must buy for me

[@Stonie_Balonie]

Falcon you truly are the best in the business man, I always get a little extra excited for the video when I know it’s you reviewing it, especially with Fromsoft games, you’re a legend of the gamers world! I couldn’t agree more with this review, definitely an “After you bought”

[@mt_baldwin]

A while ago I made the decision to support as many games as I could that are not Live services and do not have monetization schemes, even if they're in a genre I don't usually play. So I will be getting this game. Hey this was the same reason I bought Elden Ring, my first ever soulsborne game, and I ended up playing that for 1500 hours (yes fifteen hundred), so it worked out pretty good.

[@Boss_Fight_Index_muki]

For those who have never played Armored Core. Rule #1: there is no "best" loadout, there will always be different loadouts that work on certain missions and not on others.

[@Almighty_Mage]

So there will be a best load out for each mission

[@hazedays3584]

​@@Almighty_Magedepends on playstyle, weps and legs work differently and better for each player, think of this game like MHW you can have a preferred weapon playstyle but you switch parts for each mission

[@corcodilee]

Nah lightweight dual laser handgun is the best build that works for all scenarips

[@AmateurHikerTaiwan]

Very true, but funny enough, duel gatling guns and duel grenade launchers carried me through the whole campaign without much difficulty. But different ac body parts definetly played a role in overall success ie. Core, arms legs etc.

[@InnerRise]

That's a turnoff for me. Repeatedly trashing my build and re-accessorizing. Mnh mnh no. The hyped up difficulty.....no, girl. The bland environments.....baby, no. And the way the mechs look like they control in 2d space with the world moving around them instead of moving through the world......huney,it's a no for me.

[@Kyle-cw2in]

After rewatching Code Geass and getting super hyped about those mech fights i bought armored core 6. The combat is VERY similar to what is seen in the show, Ive currently just finished chapter 1 and i cant wait to make the Guren and the Z01 Lancelot. Exaclty the kind of game a mech nerd like me needed

[@TheMMObro]

This reminds me of games of old.. it feels like games from 1995 that I grew up on, but a modern coat of paint and graphics/technology

[@BeastOrGod]

"Don't come into this game expecting complex stories" Everyone who played darksouls "It has a story?"

[@wesley8624ify]

I played the old school Armored Core 1,2 and possibly one other. They where great! I remember originally playing and I'm like why is this so hard to control this mech! But once you get good it all makes since! Plus I'm miss the battle arena!

[@Alvin-yo5nb]

Welcome to the latest episode of “After you bought it”.

[@heroridd5727]

Dude I bought it at 2am downloaded it and played it for entirely too long

[@martin.97]

same lol but i think it got a little stale too fast. i regret the $60 and feels a bit incomplete imo but still a good game.

[@heroridd5727]

@@martin.97 I feel the staleness as you said,I honestly think they were testing the waters with this game to see if people still wanted an armour core game

[@martin.97]

@@heroridd5727 unfortunately i agree with you, that's all i'm getting from this game so far

[@louisfrederick6512]

As a titanfall 2 player, this game slaps hard! Im not a gundam fan or interested in mech games. Only titanfall n this game got me into it. So freaking amazing gameplay and world building, just play on ur pace n immerse in the story without watching youtube guides. Its more fun that way even if ur mech build sucks, still fun as hell n u learn overtime how to make badass mech that fits ur playstyle Edit: oh yeah, the combat is so smooth n addicting, well its not surprising cus fromsoft made it lol. They never fail to make combat fun as hell, i droped baldurs gate 3 to play this game

[@chingchaching24]

AC6 reminds me of another game published by Bandai Namco, Ace Combat 7. Most of the talking is from the briefing room, has limited cutscenes, having an unclear story from the start, customizing your jet/mech before you sortie, and more. This game is a bit difficult and I have been replaying missions (still in ch. 1) to get more credits and get the S rank.

[@zero5496]

to be fair armored core has always been the pinnacle of mech game, back in my days its almost literally impossible to beat nine ball in a fair fight, even human+ is not enough to ensure your mission can pay you enough to justify the risk

[@i69GrzzlyBears]

I've been absolutely in love with this game. I do think some of the difficulty comes from just learning to pilot your mech. I've heard stories of some bosses taking hours and hours to beat. I personally didn't have much trouble. If you're struggling, just remember you can loadout multiple mech and exchange them out anytime you die. Have one for every occasion!

[@jaseny2334]

Love this game and the original AC were great!

[@gameranxTV]

👍🏼

[@derekchatcavage9180]

If Activision released this game, more than half of the AC parts would be locked behind a paywall. FromSoftware gives us a full game with no micro transactions and then charges us only $60, instead of the usual $70. Another job well done. Absolutely loving this game so far.

[@callofmetals24]

With how many hours?? Meanwhile I have 400+ hours in CoD... I'm over this kiddy game shit anyway

[@thestormthatisapproaching1872]

​@@callofmetals24kiddy game shit and yet you play cod... That is not only the most overrated gaming franchise of all time but every game past bo3 was ass. Now they're just reskinning games and slapping a 70 dollar price tag on them. If you want "kiddy game shit" keep paying 70 dollars for the same game every 1 to 2 years. I have MW2 and it's probably the game I regret buying the most since it's literally mw 2019. Keep your wrong opinions to yourself

[@Kajanda]

@@callofmetals24 over this kiddy game shit? so you are over COD?

[@callofmetals24]

@@Kajanda lemme know when you get 100+ hrs of gameplay outta AC6... that's worth the $70

[@Kajanda]

@@callofmetals24 sure will let you know am at 20 already and far from done or burnt out of it, its a fantastic game, its just hilarious you call it a kiddie game, compared to cod the game filed with kiddies lmao

[@sleekslayer1223]

This game is awesome but it also makes me realize how ahead of it’s time Mechassault 1 & 2 were. Having that hub to join with a buddy to run around in and eject from youre mech to be this aunt running for youre life to find another or calling in the small personal one. So cool both are great 👍🏼

[@Onestrandedperson]

I WAS just thinking if you guys had dropped a review for this and my heart was happy as hell to see this lol

[@NoMoreLies365]

I was JUST thinking*

[@Onestrandedperson]

@@NoMoreLies365 you right lol

[@Jdee.-]

I am not a huge mech lover at all, the game is fun sure; but I am glad Mech fans are getting a game that is this good. Just not for me, but I enjoyed the 10ish hours I have played

[@pineappleoverlord9k462]

In terms of performance for me the game hasnt once dropped frames or crashed. Its actually kinda crazy as every from game has had some issues on launch but somehow this game has none and i am impressed and in love

[@thatguyjoe3649]

This is an excellently made game, they had a clear idea of what they wanted to achieve, and hit every mark. That being said if you don't like mechs, custimizatuon, builds, ect. it may not be for you. But with all that being said this is the best mech game to be made up until this point.

[@Razmoudah]

Hmmmmm.........As I don't mind slower paced gameplay I still give a lot of weight to Front Mission 4 (since FM5 never came to the West), but as for an action mech game, absolutely.

[@5lim.0]

A game that works on PC in 2023? I don’t believe it

[@Blackshroom]

So In other words, if ya like mechs and like the old AC games and you also enjoyed Daemon Ex Machina, you're gonna enjoy this game

[@zacpalmer638]

I do love hearing Andy from the American office series talk about mechs

[@Kalebsweeten]

I love this game. About 7 hours in and it’s incredible IMO.

[@L0-C01]

Yeah this games awesome. I’ve never played AC games before but wow is it fun piloting these mechs

[@fen4554]

If you were a fan of the PS1 and PS2 era games, it's a dream to control.

[@xbox70333]

​@@fen4554this is gen 3 evolved

[@aBitTedious]

​@@fen4554ps3 and PS4 also. 4 & 5

[@Kalebsweeten]

@@fen4554 I keep coming back to this exact thing haha. Feels very ps2 era in the best way possible

[@moonlalune8003]

i hope they re release "for answer" and "verdict day" for the latest consoles... heck they can remake all the previous armored core games with this engine... all those narratives seeing new light...literally😅, that would be a treat!

[@jondoe584]

"Don't expect characters to root for" You hear that crap Rusty?

[@sharangagnihotri1511]

Just bought it and spent 2-3 hours in. This is awesome!!! The first boss took me 5-6 try though 😅

[@ARod3]

The chopper!? Come on son lol

[@heroridd5727]

I died a few times as well,once you learn the mechanics it’s easy tho

[@asjadarif315]

The only developing studio that has been delivering consistently for the past years. I discovered fromsoft from bloodborne and i have never doubted their commitment towards their fan base. Complete, fleshed out games with tons of variation with in the game to give you replayability is something which is very hard to attain in the modern era yet they never miss that mark

[@jakerittinghouse]

As someone that played this back in The day. They didn’t change the formula one bit. I actually love it. Makes it super easy to get right back into building mechs

[@BarbecueBaconn]

It looks like this is straight up just a good game. No bs, no wasted time indulging in story, no beating around the bush… just a straight up good PlayStation 2 esc game made with current gen top tier standards

[@kouper68]

I've said it before, but I think the key with getting into Armored core, is in the beginning you rush through the shop and warehouse phase of the game so you can just quickly get back to being a big stompy robot and doing big stompy robot things. And eventually, you stop worrying about your missions so much because you are now a big Stompy Robot doing Big Stompy Robot things, with the purpose of getting back to your shop and warehouse to manage all your myriad of stats and builds.

[@theblessedfreeloader9189]

A Gameranx review finaly!! I've been checking your channel multiple times for an AC6 review!! Thank you Gameranx!! I already played the game btw

[@Sainte305]

I just bought it and it's downloading to my PS5 now, will be ready for me to dive in after work. My first time playing an Armored Core game.

[@soraisfinallyhere1305]

This game is amazing lil late to the party but if anyone else is wondering, yes pick it up. If you like mechs and want a mech game this is it.

[@ProHero86]

It’s beautiful I’ve been playing AC since 97’ and the Rubicon is awsome

[@elite393]

Love the level of respect and accurate framing you provided on this one, Falcon

[@gameranxTV]

👍🏼

[@markjovan123]

It's been 10000years since I played the first AC and beat Phantasma. Haven't played AC6 but I bet the controls would be millennium times better than the former.

[@Vman_95]

As a new player to AC, I can assure you controls are really smooth and easy to get into 🔥

[@Bo6us]

It's a 3D bullet hell game with mechs; and it's the best one on the market tbh

[@inixi8ocelot]

it's not short. you need to finish NG+ and NG++ for the 3 endings and all the Arena to unlock all of the parts and weapons. 60hrs is not short. The PvP is end game to test everything you've collected.

[@Truth-Justice-Freedom]

NO OPEN WORLD is a HUGE FACT and PLUS for me! Preordered and enjoying it so much so far!

[@cierangray9528]

anyone remember Chrome Hounds?????? loved that game.

[@ThatSoddingGamer]

Yeah, I struggled against the first boss, dying twice. Then I figured out that melee attacks worked pretty well. I just tried to stay under or behind it, boosted up until I was near it, plasma-sword'd it, recharged my energy, rinse and repeat. It is definitely a huge difficulty spike in the game, unless you realize melee attacks are a lot more effective on it than weapons fire.

[@coreymoore9582]

From owned mech combat back in the day. I was pleasantly surprised with how much I enjoyed souls after I came back to gaming and found that my favorite Dev hadn't made another installments of my favorite games in almost a decade. AC 6 is a dream come true, and holy shit did they nail it coming back on current gen hardware. Now that it's here and all the ?AC?souls? discussion is finally put to rest, I really do think that the souls community that was not experienced with ac, is definitely going to help catapult it into more mainstream than the old games ever were. From's modern AC arena is peak gameplay for that online PvP crowd. Could not be happier to see AC back and so perfectly in 2023!

[@yougaming6461]

Get to the point and stop waffling on..... painful

[@t-mac1236]

Yes I totally agree with the length of games! In 2023 a 20 hour game that’s super fun and engaging from start to finish is much more appealing than a 100 hour slog-fest. This is especially true as an adult with stupid adult responsibilities lol

[@rsmith8113]

I love Armored Core! The best mech game series, I’m so happy it’s back finally and hopefully we get more and don’t need to wait 10 years again 😁

[@spaceidiot200]

wonder if my strategy of strapping the biggest laser cannons I can find to my arms and can only fire 3-4 shots before overheating will still work

[@skombiejones4388]

I remember the first time I ever played armored core was with a demo disc that came with the original PlayStation one.

[@brutaux1913]

The music isn't quiet, it's mixed perfectly. SO many games default the music to an overwhelming level.

[@scottlarock7924]

I'm glad they went this route before doing anything with the multiplayer dynamic. We can pretty much rest assured that it will come if this does well enough right?

[@Spooky-XVX]

Just wanted to mention, that the game is more then 20 hours because the new game plus 2 and three has more enemies that you can only fight on those new game plus runs, as well as 3 endings and more parts that can only be unlocked in NGplus.

[@alwest4472]

There’s a 3rd ending that requires new game plus plus (so get the other 2 endings back to back new game plus) that adds bosses, levels, missions and more. So the first playthrough shouldn’t be where anyone stops.