Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon Reviews

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon is ranked in the 95th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
9 / 10.0
Dec 29, 2023

Overall, Armored Core 6 is excellent for newcomers and longtime fans alike. It serves as a great introduction to the series, and you don’t need to be familiar with past entries to have a great time. On the flip side, the gameplay and mechanics are familiar enough that you’ll feel instantly at home here if you played AC5 or Verdict Day. Given the positive response to AC6, I hope we see more of the series sooner rather than later. It deserves to be one of FromSoftware’s cornerstones as much as the studio’s Souls games do.

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GameMAG
Top Critic
7 / 10
Dec 12, 2023

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon is a great robot editor that allows all mech enthusiasts to create the fighting machine of their dreams, but a very down-to-earth game with short linear missions, boring environments and weak standard enemies

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7.5 / 10.0
Nov 22, 2023

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon is a solid effort from FromSoftware. The problem is, we’ve come to expect a lot more than “solid” from this company. It does most things right and performs like a dream, but there’s an unmistakable sense that FromSoftware considered it less important than, say, Elden Ring and Bloodborne.

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6.5 / 10.0
Nov 13, 2023

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon is a relatively good game that can attract mecha fans with its tough and breathtaking challenges, but different flaws and low standards keep it from becoming a memorable and epic game. It becomes a boring experience.

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Oct 25, 2023

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon marks the triumphant return of what was once FromSoftware's flagship series. Only a studio such as this could make a niche mech action game appealing to a huge audience. While I may have some nitpicks, almost everything I would want out of an Armored Core game is present here. Armored Core VI is easily one of the best action games I've had the pleasure of experiencing this year and is further proof that FromSoftware is one of the best game studios around.

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9 / 10.0
Sep 28, 2023

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon is a very good case of an action title, with a solid script, incredible battles, a terribly stable technical field and levels of customization that confirm that everyone can find their own way of playing and enjoy it.

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90 / 100
Sep 23, 2023

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon is an absolutely thrilling game, providing a hefty amount of challenge and the tools needed to grow and overcome any threats. Take up this call from Handler Walter – he’s got a new job for you.

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4.5 / 5.0
Sep 20, 2023

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon easily has some of the series’ best highs, and is a proper return to form for the franchise.

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Eren Eroğlu
Top Critic
88 / 100
Sep 19, 2023

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon is a delightful adventure that will embrace and immerse even first-time mecha players into its universe.

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8.3 / 10.0
Sep 19, 2023

ARMORED CORE VI FIRES OF RUBICON is a great mech combat game that boasts a surprisingly moody atmosphere while offering one of the most rewarding customisation components in all of gaming. So, definitely play it if you love tough combat and plenty of explosions.

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9.5 / 10.0
Sep 18, 2023

Armored Core 6’s short missions, lack of an open world, and difficulty may not be for everyone. However, from my perspective, it was difficult to find anything negative to say about it. As someone who loves compact experiences with excellent gameplay, Armored Core checked all the right boxes. Not to mention the surprisingly compelling story. Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon gets a 9.5 out of 10.

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8.5 / 10.0
Sep 16, 2023

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon marks the grand return of a saga that had been missing for way too long. A faithful episode to its predecessors but, at the same time, more modern and accessible, even if some difficulty balancing problems can make it frustrating for newbies. It remains, however, recommended both to historical fans and to those who want to approach the series for the first time.

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9.5 / 10.0
Sep 15, 2023

When I think back on my time with Armored Core VI, I can’t help but think about my fondness for the voices over the radio. The way Rusty was so cool when he showed up to help bail my ass out. Or the progression of Carla calling me a tourist. Then all the arguments and shared triumphs with real world friends over which bosses were too hard and which weapons were too cheesy. The way we share this game with one another. From Software manages to make connections in small, delicate internal ways, and also big messy explosive ones that I don’t think they can possibly plan for.

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10 / 10
Sep 15, 2023

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon is the kind of experience that fans of the mecha genre have wanted for some time.

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9 / 10
Sep 14, 2023

FromSoftware games are an event and this one is no exception. Great fun, chaotic until tamed and thoroughly moreish. You'll find a lot to like if you're into high-quality action.

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8 / 10.0
Sep 13, 2023

From Software returns to the Armored Core saga with an effective and entertaining sixth chapter. Its combat system is dynamic and satisfying, while the narrative leaves something to be desired as it lacks bite. Regardless, it remains a must-have title for all mecha fans and is considered an excellent action game.

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8.5 / 10.0
Sep 12, 2023

Flying through the skies of Rubicon and immersing myself in the fantasy of piloting a giant, all-powerful mech that I created was a thrilling adventure.

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9 / 10.0
Sep 12, 2023

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon strays from the recent FromSoftware formula to deliver an amplified exploration of its long-dormant mech series. Intense action and deep customization more than make up for its daunting opening hours and nebulous story.

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9 / 10.0
Sep 11, 2023

Armored Core VI revives an old series and takes it to brand new heights, creating an addictive gameplay loop that will keep me playing to NG++ and beyond.

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7 / 10.0
Sep 10, 2023

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon is a good and enjoyable game for fans of the mecha genre, which offers challenging and memorable boss fights. But unfortunately, it is not able to improve or change some of the outdated mechanics and directions.

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