Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon

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  • Summary: A mysterious new substance was discovered on the remote planet, Rubicon 3. As an energy source, this substance was expected to dramatically advance humanity's technological and communications capabilities. Instead, this substance caused a catastrophe that engulfed the planet and theA mysterious new substance was discovered on the remote planet, Rubicon 3. As an energy source, this substance was expected to dramatically advance humanity's technological and communications capabilities. Instead, this substance caused a catastrophe that engulfed the planet and the surrounding stars in flames and storms, forming a Burning Star System.

    Almost half a century later, the same substance resurfaced on Rubicon 3, a planet now contaminated and sealed off by the catastrophe.

    The player infiltrates Rubicon as an independent mercenary and finds themselves in a struggle over the substance with the corporations and other factions.

    In ARMORED CORE VI FIRES OF RUBICON, players will assemble and pilot their own mech with 3D maneuverability to move freely through three dimensional fast-paced missions.

    Take on difficult challenges and overwhelm your enemies with dynamic movements that make full use of ranged and melee combat.    … Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 59 out of 63
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 63
  3. Negative: 0 out of 63
  1. VideoGamer
    Aug 24, 2023
    100
    Armored Core 6 Fires of Rubicon is a masterful return to form for the series that incorporates the modern design philosophies of From Software. It’s a dystopian world with a brutally gorgeous aesthetic and refined gameplay elevated by exceptional boss battles. Any fan of the series new or old will find something to love.
  2. WellPlayed
    Aug 23, 2023
    95
    Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon emerges ablaze with FromSoftware’s best impulses. Demanding and rewarding combat is bolstered by series signature customisation and player-driven storytelling to form a masterclass in design philosophy and raw fun.
  3. GGRecon
    Aug 23, 2023
    90
    All in all, Armored Core 6 is an exceptional return for the series after such a long hiatus - keeping the core of the game true to its mechanical origins while integrating much of what has thrust FromSoftware into such overwhelming critical acclaim.
  4. Hobby Consolas
    Aug 23, 2023
    90
    A dream for any fan of mechs, with great visuals and spectacular fights. But the steep difficulty when challenging bosses might put off some players, specially those who aren't familiar with the Souls formula.
  5. The Games Machine
    Aug 23, 2023
    85
    Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon is a return in style for the series of robots signed FromSoftware. Despite some frankly incomprehensible slip-ups, including the presence of invisible walls and stealth missions that seem to come from two or three generations ago, the Japanese studio's work manages to offer frenetic and deep combat, as well as heart-pounding boss battles and an incredibly diverse customization system.
  6. Comicbook.com
    Aug 31, 2023
    80
    As someone who had no prior exposure to Armored Core ahead of Fires of Rubicon, I am both surprised and delighted by how much I have enjoyed this game. Even when shifting to a slightly different genre, FromSoftware has once again asserted that it has a firm grasp on what it takes to make a thrilling and mechanically engaging action experience through and through. This might not be my own favorite FromSoftware game to date, but it's without a doubt worth checking out, regardless of how familiar you might be with Armored Core.
  7. Gameblog.fr
    Aug 23, 2023
    60
    The post-Elden Ring era was going to be difficult, that much was certain. FromSoftware's work on Armored Core 6 is bound to be compared to that of GOTY 2021, and unfortunately it pales into insignificance. At no point do you get a sense of the studio's maturity or expertise. Armored Core 6 could have been anyone's game. A messy title, not very pretty and very repetitive. A game with an archaic, old-fashioned structure that leaves no room for immersion and doesn't even seem to want to draw the player into its world. Fortunately, the gameplay is fun, the sensations are pretty good and some sequences stand out from the crowd. Not to mention the incredible customisation of our mechas, which is sure to delight fans and the big kids in all of us. But does that really justify throwing yourself into the game? I'm not sure. =

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 156 out of 224
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 224
  3. Negative: 45 out of 224
  1. 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.
  2. Goldenage456
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    Thus game went above and beyond with customization story and mechanics. The best part is the customization, you can make a build to fit anyThus game went above and beyond with customization story and mechanics. The best part is the customization, you can make a build to fit any situation and then more like paint your AC. 10/10 CHECK IT OUT.… Expand
  4. WhereIsTheVirus
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    Never played anything in the series before, but wow is this a great game...it exists in that perfect space between chaotic and control...theNever played anything in the series before, but wow is this a great game...it exists in that perfect space between chaotic and control...the boss fights (and really any 1 v 1 encounter) are just incredible...like most FromSoft games, you will get your a$$ kicked over and over, but it's never cheap...you always feel like you are "one more try" away from winning

    a lot has been said about the complex customization system but I'm only messing with it in a very surface level way and it's great...if you WANT to get super in depth you can, but definitely not necessary to have a great time    … Expand
  5. javrro25
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    Great game. Difficult, but it’s all about skill and getting better. If you enjoy a good challenge this is the game for you! Dark SoulsGreat game. Difficult, but it’s all about skill and getting better. If you enjoy a good challenge this is the game for you! Dark Souls veterans will love it… Expand
  6. EnriquE1706
    Aug 31, 2023
    9
    This is a game completely for fans of movies like Pacific Rim, it's completely the Miyazaki era.
  7. Mourning_star
    Sep 1, 2023
    6
    This is an average game with elevated status.

    The initial controls are horrible for this game and you will need to rebind the keys for easier    This is an average game with elevated status.

    The initial controls are horrible for this game and you will need to rebind the keys for easier controls on thr controller.

    The HUD and UI are terrible and they need to add accessibility options to increase the size of the information around the reticle.

    The story is pretty mid and isn't really explained even find the lore items.

    The combat gets boring because difficulty spikes and most of the weapons are useless against bosses and other ACs.

    The customization isn't that great either. There's no transmog between all the types of armor. There aren't that many leg types to chose from. The stats are convulted even if you read what they are. The bosses also ruin experiment.

    I would also recommend watching the first tutorial mission bosses and the chapter 1 conclusion boss to see of you'd like this game.

    Unfortunately Sony will not let you refund this game even if you play it for 5 minutes so wait for sale as the game isn't very long and requires you to beat the game 3 times to get the final ending so you'll have to repeat some missions over again.

    I beat the game 3 times since I was stuck with it and don't recommend this game on PS5 because of their refund policy.    … Expand
  8. colaxe3
    Aug 31, 2023
    0
    Combat is very interesting. Great customization of robot. Bosses may be difficult. But story feels low budgety

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