Support NeoGAF

[Bartski]

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Gameplay Preview and Impressions

In this Armored Core VI preview, we're going to be talking about new gameplay details for the mech Souls game that's being developed by From Software, releasing on August 25th, and coming to PlayStation, Xbox, and PC via Steam.

fextralife.com

 

[Bartski]

 

[Tg89]

looks amazing. best dev in the business.

 

[Salz01]

This is now on my radar…..

 

[TheDarkPhantom]

FromSoft, day 1, nuff said.

 

[Bartski]

Armored Core 6 Impressions: FromSoftware Used Its Blank Check to Make More Armored Core, And I Couldn't be Happier - IGN

We recently checked out Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon, the latest in FromSoftware's storied mech series. Here's what we think after seeing the Summer Game Fest demo in action.

www.ign.com

 

[Maddux4164]

Day 1

Period

 

[Lokaum D+]

Looks like a ps3 game geez

 

[Gideon]

Wasn't sure at first but it's looking like a day 1 cop for me, hopefully they decide to put out a demo.

 

[Bartski]

Estus???

 

[DeepEnigma]

Armored Core 6 Impressions: FromSoftware Used Its Blank Check to Make More Armored Core, And I Couldn't be Happier - IGN

We recently checked out Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon, the latest in FromSoftware's storied mech series. Here's what we think after seeing the Summer Game Fest demo in action.

www.ign.com

They borrow mechanics and Easter egg lore from all their games. Which makes them feel like a woven multiverse.

This is a nothing burger. Stop thinking so highly of yourself, Grubb.

 

[Gojiira]

Armored Core 6 Impressions: FromSoftware Used Its Blank Check to Make More Armored Core, And I Couldn't be Happier - IGN

We recently checked out Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon, the latest in FromSoftware's storied mech series. Here's what we think after seeing the Summer Game Fest demo in action.

www.ign.com

I wish these people weren’t so ignorant, Lock-on and stagger were in previous games, repair kits technically existed as well. I wish instead of making out like Sekiro/Souls massively influenced the gameplay they would just acknowledge that its simply a much more polished version of a massively overlooked franchise…

 

[Heisenberg007]

I was not excited about this game, but the boss battle video looks very cool. I'll keep my eye on it now.

 

[AJUMP23]

Game looks interesting.

 

[Pasta la Vista]

Looks great, this is the game I actually wish I was playing right now.

 

[splattered]

That looks sick... love the look of the customized mech too. Def gonna have to buy this game day 1 in the sea of all the other games... ahhh too many gaaaames.

 

[Nautilus]

Armored Core 6 Impressions: FromSoftware Used Its Blank Check to Make More Armored Core, And I Couldn't be Happier - IGN

We recently checked out Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon, the latest in FromSoftware's storied mech series. Here's what we think after seeing the Summer Game Fest demo in action.

www.ign.com

I mean, why would they not use what they learned with Dark Souls to improve on what Armored Core is known for?

This seems an odd tweet.

 

[Draugoth]

 

[splattered]

It's been a REALLY long time since i've played any Armored Core games but glancing through some of these videos make the levels look sort of empty when it comes to enemies and that part does worry me a bit.

 

[Fbh]

Never played one of these but the more I see of this game the more I want to play it.

I mean, why would they not use what they learned with Dark Souls to improve on what Armored Core is known for?

This seems an odd tweet.

This sounds awesome to me but I do think this game has a hurdle to overcome in that Souls fans will be disappointed that it's not just souls with mechs while Armored Core purists will be upset FROM didnt just stick to the exact same niche 65 metascore formula of the previous games.

But I do think most people will like it and this will probably be the best entry in the franchise both critically and commercially

 

[Wooxsvan]

the VaatiVidya is a great breakdown. goes over how lock on works in great detail and movement.

 

[Saber]

My god, I want this game so bad!

Its like a sexy mecha demonstration.

 

[rofif]

God this looks so good.
The explosions and explosions motion blur remind me of Lost Planet

 

[Ronin_7]

Another 90+ Metacritic From Software masterpiece.

 

[Pasta la Vista]

Ok I love what they are doing with the mechanics in this game. That shield timing where you get a brief moment of like added defense is a nice touch.
The verticality looks great in the more open areas. Also, having to basically unlock a gate to the boss area where you can get ambushed in the process is a good touch.

 

[Sub_Level]

Bros….this year….

 

[Nautilus]

Never played one of these but the more I see of this game the more I want to play it.



This sounds awesome to me but I do think this game has a hurdle to overcome in that Souls fans will be disappointed that it's not just souls with mechs while Armored Core purists will be upset FROM didnt just stick to the exact same niche 65 metascore formula of the previous games.

But I do think most people will like it and this will probably the best entry in the franchise both critically and commercially

Well, if From wants to grow, it needs to do different and varrying IPs. Sekiro was a good start, but it was too similar to Dark Souls to really diversify their line up.

If Armored Core 6 ends up being a great game, and they remind everyone that there is a big expansion comming for Elden Ring close to AC 6 launch, I think they will be fine.

 

[FalsettoVibe]

Looks so good!
This year needs to chill.......like foreal. So many great games.

 

[MirageMew2]

Lol why did people rush to say this was gonna be the farthest thing from Souls? VaatiVidya can’t get enough of its “clear Souls influence”

And frankly neither can I

 

[nikos]

I want to like it but I don't think I do so far. Not really interested in locking on (soft or not) in a game that involves shooting. I'd have to try it.

 

[rofif]

No commentary


jesus. Looks incredible. Finally Lost Planet mech feel.... pere previous AC games also that?

 

[Luigi Mario]

They borrow mechanics and Easter egg lore from all their games. Which makes them feel like a woven multiverse.

It’s going to be really interesting to see how they are planning to incorporate the Moonlight Greatsword this time around.

 

[MALpractice311]

I've said it before and I'll say it again, Fromsoft are the kings of art direction in this industry.

 

[Jigsaah]

I was gonna make a thread about how Armored core is suppos4ed to release in August and nothing more has been shown. So glad this happened. Day 1.

 

[gothmog]

I'm in. Please be great and not just good.

 

[SantaC]

I like fromsoft, but i have no interest in these types of games.

 

[Represent.]

I like fromsoft, but i have no interest in these types of games.

Im the exact opposite.

I like these type of games, but I have no interest in FROM.

Hopefully this is a success so we get a bunch of clones with 2023 looking graphics.

 

[Cre8]

This game gonna steel goty. Praise Miyazaki.

 

[MagnesD3]

This game gonna steel goty. Praise Miyazaki.

I'd say it will whether it wins officially or not

 

[gaming_again]

Jfc this developer is firing like Nintendo was in the 90s.

 

[Dr_Salt]

I wish these people weren’t so ignorant, Lock-on and stagger were in previous games, repair kits technically existed as well. I wish instead of making out like Sekiro/Souls massively influenced the gameplay they would just acknowledge that its simply a much more polished version of a massively overlooked franchise…

These clowns have never played an AC game before you can't expect to take anything from them seriously.

 

[TheThreadsThatBindUs]

I wish these people weren’t so ignorant, Lock-on and stagger were in previous games, repair kits technically existed as well. I wish instead of making out like Sekiro/Souls massively influenced the gameplay they would just acknowledge that its simply a much more polished version of a massively overlooked franchise…

I was gonna say this.

This series has been largely ignored by the gaming media for decades. But now all of a sudden, because of Souls/Sekiro/Elden Ring making From a critical darling, suddenly everything is now Souls and amazing.

 

[RaZoR No1]

Must stay strong and not watch any videos...
I want enjoy the game blind

 

[AngelMuffin]

Welcome to my radar.

 

[Msamy]

4k preview for those who want to see better quality gameplay

 

[SonicVolcano]

I trust his opinion.

 

[yet_another_alt]

It's been a REALLY long time since i've played any Armored Core games but glancing through some of these videos make the levels look sort of empty when it comes to enemies and that part does worry me a bit.

That's the impression I got as well. It feels emptier but it just might be because of the increased sense of scale and verticality. The more enclosed areas feel right though. The mimic was weird but whatever.

 

[Danjin44]

HYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYPED!!!!

 

[rofif]

This game gonna steel goty. Praise Miyazaki.

Good year !

Forspoken (yea, I think it's great)
Hogwarts legacy (What a surprise. I was not waiting for this at all)
Dead Space Remake
Re4 remake
FF16
Armored Core
Starfield

 

[yet_another_alt]

I wish they showed the HUD