Prepare for Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon with these essential entries in the franchise! This guide highlights the best Armored Core games to play before the upcoming release.
The Armored Core Legacy
FromSoftware, renowned for its Souls-like titles, boasts a rich history with the Armored Core franchise. Spanning decades, this mecha-action series plunges players into a post-apocalyptic Earth where they assume the role of mercenaries piloting customizable Armored Cores. Missions range from eliminating rebel forces and scouting enemy territories to securing high-value targets. Success earns you funds for crucial mech maintenance and upgrades. Failure? Game over.
The series comprises 5 main numbered entries (with numerous spin-offs), totaling 16 games. Armored Core 1 and 2 share a continuity, distinct from the separate timelines of Armored Core 3, 4, and 5. Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon (August 25, 2023) is poised to establish a new continuity.
To help you navigate this extensive series, we've compiled a list of the top Armored Core games to play before diving into Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon. (Note: Specific game recommendations would be added here in a full article.) This will provide a strong foundation for understanding the core gameplay mechanics and the overall experience before embarking on the latest installment.
