Daemon X Machina Reviews

Daemon X Machina is ranked in the 44th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
80 / 100
Sep 16, 2019

A great return to the action mecha shooter sub genre. Daemon X Machina is not for everyone, nonetheless, a pretty good videogame.

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7 / 10.0
Sep 16, 2019

It is up to You - Defend the planet and defeat corrupted A.I. robots. First half of the game is not so bad.

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Unscored
Sep 17, 2019

I wanted to like Daemon X Machina, but as I played, I kept wondering how much more fun it might have been if the developers had zeroed in on some of the more enjoyable elements instead of providing so many customization options and wrapping everything in such a convoluted story.

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5 / 10
Sep 18, 2019

Far too flawed from a technical point of view, Daemon X Machina is also quite redundant in the long run. The Arsenal is really enjoyable to control but that's pretty much it.

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Sep 18, 2019

At the end of the day, Daemon X Machina doesn't live up to its full potential, and that's a shame because it has a lot going for it.

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8 / 10.0
Sep 18, 2019

All in all, Daemon x Machina is about the best that one can hope for from an Armored Core fill-in. It isn't quite as good as the highs of the tragically sleeping franchise, but it's on par with the average. If you like mecha, customization, and blowing up stuff, and you have a tolerance for the learning curve of the controls, then Daemon x Machina will keep you happy. At the end of the day, you get to pilot a giant robot and slash up enemies with a giant lightsaber, and who doesn't love that?

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Meh
Sep 18, 2019

Underneath the layers of dull writing and sometimes repetitive gameplay is an enjoyable and fun time to be had.

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Sep 19, 2019

Daemon X Machina is a real treat for mecha fans. Armored Core veterans will feel right at home while experiencing new gameplay mechanics. The story has its typical Japanese anime tropes but it's re-enforced with interesting characters and conflicts. Gameplay is top notch in the mecha genre.

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3.9 / 5.0
Sep 19, 2019

Honestly, there isn't a whole lot to say about Daemon X Machina. With an average story, enjoyment hinges on how you feel about piloting a mech. It does this fairly well, though it could be more intuitive, making the whole experience okay, rather than amazing. I could easily see an Armored Core fan loving it or even a Gundam fan, it just doesn't have the universal appeal other games manage to have.

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Sep 19, 2019

Fans of the mecha game genre finally have a reason to rejoice as Daemon X Machina is just what the doctor ordered. Lots of mecha on mecha action, tons of customization options and despite some shortcomings, this is the best Mecha game available on the consoles. If you enjoy these sorts of games, definitely don't pass this up.

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Sep 19, 2019

There’s no denying that Marvelous can make a game, but to make a mech simulator of this calibre... That I didn't expect.

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7.5 / 10.0
Sep 19, 2019

Daemon X Machina does enough to satisfy those wanting solid mech combat. Good looking effects and blisteringly fast paced combat, coupled with tight controls makes this one a must-play for fans of the genre. Despite nailing the mech side of things, the game boasts one of the most unlikable roster of characters I've encountered in years. Despite the forgettable story, the game managed to hold my interest for the duration; I just couldn't tell you what it was about...

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Sep 19, 2019

All that's cool about flying a mech has been executed in the most leaden, user-unfriendly, nonsensical manner possible.

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4 / 5.0
Sep 19, 2019

A modern mech title that can easily be a gateway drug to hours of fast-paced action, there's noting else quite like Daemon X Machina on Switch. While its story falls a bit short, it's still enjoyable and intriguing enough of a ride to keep up with even when confusing.

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5.5 / 10.0
Sep 19, 2019

An easy skip, even if you like mecha-infused action

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7 / 10.0
Sep 20, 2019

While the game is lacking in the storytelling department, it’s gameplay and customisation options make Daemon X Machina fun to play. With the deep mech customiser, you’re able to constantly tweak and upgrade your Arsenal so that it looks and performs exactly how you want it to and so that it matches your playstyle. If you’re not sure if the game is for you, you can try before you buy as the Nintendo Switch eShop features a playable demo that allows you to try out the first mission of the game for free.

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Ollie Barder
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Sep 20, 2019

If you like to play with nicely designed mecha packed full of weapons and destroy all kinds of robotic enemies, then Daemon X Machina does a good job letting you do just that. So ignore the more casual players out there and try this out, as this is a proper mecha game.

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80 / 100
Sep 20, 2019

Daemon X Machina is a great mech action game in a genre that has pretty much disappeared. The combat and customization options are first rate and I never got bored with experimenting with different weaponry. This really is like a mecha anime, and it's one I highly recommend, even if it isn't as great as it could be.

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4 / 10.0
Sep 21, 2019

Daemon x Machina is an ode to monotony, with dull quests, boring and repetitive gameplay and uninspired story.

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7.5 / 10.0
Sep 21, 2019

Thanks to the combat and the customization, I know I'll be coming back to Daemon X Machina — at least for short bursts — for a long time to come, especially when I'm in the mood to blow up giant robots with a laser sword.

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