Great Robot Game?
Great Robot Game?
Hello everyone..
Are there any great Robot/Mecha titles that are similar to Armored Core for PC?
I enjoyed the Armored Core series a lot, but it's only available on PlayStation. I no longer own any gaming console since I've grown tired of buying new ones every few game updates. The space required is also a problem.
From the Armored Core series, I appreciate:
1. The realistic military appearance of most robots.
2. Complete freedom to customize.
3. Complex gameplay mechanics.
4. A compelling story and strong competitive online features.
Could you suggest any games with a similar vibe?
Thanks!
I could only recall Gundam Breaker... but it harms the whole series...
What you're asking about is clear, but I need more context to explain it properly. Could you clarify the situation or provide additional details?
I don't like the anime aspects of Gundam and it doesn't offer full customization. The Armored Core series is the top robotic game I've ever played—it's unmatched, but I'm searching for another PC game with a similar feel.
It seems this will be a solid choice. I plan to learn more about the series beforehand. Before that, here are my initial questions:
1. Does the game offer both first-person and third-person perspectives? I’d like to experience the third-person view.
2. Can the robot be fully customized according to personal preferences?
Also, I came across a video where you jump to the 15:55 mark—it mentions upcoming Armored Core content this year or next year. I’m curious if they’ll revisit it after a gap of six years since the last AC series in 2013. I’m not sure about the platform; I hope they release Armored Core on PC, similar to how Capcom moved Monster Hunter from exclusive consoles to cross-platform availability.
Mech Warrior Online is great. I have couple hundreds hours on it. It is first person only as far as i remember (haven't played since last May-June). Playing third person would break the tactic part of the game tough (maybe they have the option but that would be for casual players). Seeing behind corner from camera angle would make fight unfair. The whole point or MechWarrior is to control your torso well and properly allocate damage hit per parts to survive.
In Mech Warrior the mech have been known for decades (it's called battletech btw). Each model have different configurations they come in like if you buy a Corolla you have S, SE, L.. whatever. They have different hard point that allow different type of equipment to be attached there. In MWO equipement can all be procured through playing and gaining credits to buy new parts or new mechs. Combinaison are pretty limitless but some are better than other.
It's the most strategic FPS i know where stats, armor location, teamwork is crucial and every hit count and everyone has a job. Solo and die.
Yeah, this series is intriguing, though I notice it doesn't have a strong storyline.
In comparison to the Armored Core games, which were developed by From Software—the same team behind the successful Dark Soul series—AC has a more complex and engaging narrative.
The story in AC is deep and non-linear, evolving from the 4th game through to the final installment, similar to the Metal Gear Solid series.
It was impressive to discover that a mech game could achieve such a rich storyline, showing how well characters and situations are connected across different titles.
The gameplay, especially controlling the robots, has a steep learning curve; it feels more like a trigger-happy experience, but it's not as straightforward as it seems.
Mech Warrior is quite similar to World of Tanks in terms of gameplay style.
the gameplay style is quite similar yes but the story line doesn't match much in their pc game.
the compelling narrative comes from the numerous 120-150 books about that universe and table top RPGs (warhammer style).
not as extensive as Forgotten Realms but still close. it offers a much deeper story than Armored Core i'm pretty sure.
if you're curious about the non-gaming side i suggest reading the Blood of the Kerensky trilogy. It's one of the best sets of books in that universe.