DAEMON X MACHINA

When I first started playing, it really gave the impression of a watered down Armored core. Then it throws all these flamboyant characters that look like bargain-bin anime characters on screen all at once but there is no connection that I feel with them; at least not initially. I was beginning to think that I would have uninstalled it after playing a bit. But I kept going. There was something or things that kept pulling me in. The shooting and flying just felt right, and even satisfying. And as I played on new mechanics were being taught. Things like getting out of your mech, grabbing mech parts and weapons from downed enemies on the field and equipping them instantly, and how the game nudged you into tactfully dealing with the enemy. It didn't end there. The more parts I got the more I got invested in the customization; while the amount of data on screen was daunting at first glance, a little playing around made things easy. We can customize mechs, customize our character, and the whole cycle of finding new blueprints or parts to develop stronger one was addicting. This alone would have been enough to see the game halfway through, and experiment with all sorts of weapons and builds. But somehow the story got interesting midway. Once you learn who is who, the cast actually becomes interesting, some likeable even. The voice acting for certain characters is real good, even the dialogue. Coupled with the vibrant visuals and heavy use of shadows it gave a very pleasing game to look at. To top it all off, the soundtrack was good and memorable (atleast a few tracks). Where did the game fall? Near the end where the story just collapsed and character motives went everywhere. I was really interested in seeing what was what and learning more about the lore. But the game does little in exposition and throws all this sophistry (courtesy of the villain). I love the different mercenary groups and how we serve the different consortiums, but there is no 'choice' to be made on who to side with. Infact your character has little impact on anything and is written in such a way that 'you are the chosen one, so things will go exactly as foretold'. It was all linear. I'm still glad I got this game. Since the sequel is announced and this game was on discount, and i had this wish to play every mech game out there, this was a good buy. This isn't armored core, but it is still good, and even exceeds armored core in certain elements. Definitely a game to try for mech fans.

Its a fun co-op mecha game, don't go into it expecting much from the story or anything, its confusing and half baked, but a fun experience nontheless. The RNG parts drop system can be really grating at times, but the gameplay mostly makes up for the rest of the game's short comings, its quick and punchy, and the customization is good for what it's worth, if you've got friends that like playing Armored Core pick this up with them, aside from that I would just play AC 6

Played most of it when it initially came out on the Switch. I like the visuals and music but the story and overall gameplay loop leave a lot to be desired. You're better off just getting Armored Core. As for online its OK for the most part, just a little tedious. Just farming bosses for parts and PVP is solid. Wish the Outer was more fleshed out gameplay wise but makes sense given you'll be spending most of your time in the mech Hope the sequel knocks it out of the park

its a okay mech game but locks all decent gear behind co-op, if you have a mind you'll be fine but if not enjoy long waiting times

Been playing this game since day 1, a blast! As much as they tried to emulate the Armored Core formula, they managed to make it unique and fun, love at first sight <3 It has so much soul and great atmosphere. Disregard the "we have AC6 at home comments": they come from losers who think a 2020 game emulating a genre could somehow be better than a 2023 game made from the creators of that genre

It's a really fun mech game. don't compare it to Armored Core cause they aren't the same. i'm really hype for the second game and think if you like mechs and fun customization then you'll like this game.

Great Game, Scratches the Armoured Core itch while adding some genuinely cool features. Character customisation and actual modification is an amazing feature. The Flight with the Mechs is insanely fun too, if you enjoyed AC you'll enjoy this.

Ngl, this game is kinda a disappointment. I thought it gameplay will be something like AC4VD, but it not. it VERY JARRING playing this after AC6. The Boss fight that make me quit the game is the first actually boss you fight. Spirit Of Motherwill we have at ours cousin's house. it bad. played it yesterday and I already forgot the name of the boss. quick boosting in this game didn't make me feel faster at all, sometimes even feel slower instead. And the QB animation make me wanna say "All those fancy aerial maneuvers won't save you." not a fan of how this game use looter shooter systems either. when you destroyed an enemy "rigs" they will drop down so you can loot them. the problem I have with it just that you ONLY choose ONE part to pick up. so, you want a set of parts from an enemy "rig"? better play that shit like 4 more times. And the story. it very bad. for me atleast so far. you either get the AC mission briefing, or a very bad chat dialogue. and an animation that I suppose it suppose to make me feel connected to the characters. which it didn't work because it make want to skip every cutscenes/dialogue instead. Do I recommended this? No. if you want to play AC6 but you only have AC5? save money from AC6 and play AC5 while you saving money. Only have AC6 and you wanna play something AC realated? go emulate older AC games instead.

Neither providing a power fantasy nor a challenge. The missions are bland and not fun, and the writing is terrible. Mechs look cool but it is not enough.

This game had the misfortune of being played AFTER I finished AC6. It's sound design and visual style is awful in comparison. Guns sound like 'patter patter' or 'pew' in all lowercase. The OST is good but for some reason by default quieter than the character voices,which I firmly recommend MUTING entirely, awful execution /integration. Voicing is god awful. All this said I got to C rank missions before I got bored and realized not only does this not carry the same way AC6 does, I literally can't cosplay Heavy Arms like I could in AC6. The 17 hours played is disingenuous, I left the game on overnight once. Maybe I'll try it in the future, but for now it's going back on the shelf.

I wish I could give this a 4 out of 10 but I can only not recomend it. the game isint frustrating or have any dumb desighns it functions and feels fair but theres no challenge. instead each mission felt like a slog each enemy was more of a target then a threat. visually its really good the graphics are gorgeous and the invironments are too but they cant make the diffrence. hope the developers keep making games and learn how to make a more engaging expereance.

I Tried , God I tried to like this Game, I really hope i will like it but no, i can't The NPC Is unlikeable None of the NPC is likeable for me The Game Confuses me so much is it trying to be story based game? or like level based game? The Story isn't that engaging or entertaining it is just boring I don't like the first scripted event, They give you A Huge Robot to fight and don't allow the player to defeat it normally but instead from out of nowhere a new character come and save the day to defeat that Giant Robot with ease I don't get it why would they show me the giant robot to enter the arena if they got defeated by NPC anyway? They took the satisfaction of defeating the robot , I bought this game because i thought a good Mecha game with Lot of shooting instead of scripted event I want to play a game similar to Armor Core VI because my laptop can't run Armored Core The enemy in the game is not that interesting and the moment you encountered an interesting enemy they took away the satisfaction of defeating it You know what fucked up? The NPC didn't show up at the base at all but only appear when you will begin the mission and you expect me to instantly recognize and be interested in the NPC? Heck No ! Don't buy this game i will refund this God I am so mad with this game what a waste of opportunity

It was a bad, bad, bad idea to play this after having nearly 100%'d armored core 6, and every other AC game besides 5. Huge Shoji Kawamori fan, and that's cool. The music is sometimes pretty good too. But everything else? No thanks. RNG equipment drops, the cringe anime stuff, the nonsensical story and setting. The gameplay is technically OK, but the interface is hard to follow and the colors are too saturated so it's hard to tell what's going on. The weapons feel anemic and the lack of customization compared to AC is kinda painful. I guess they're making up for the fact you can edit your character, but even so. It's too bad really. Refunded.

I am of a mind that if something gets released on the switch first it's not even worthy of standing in PC presence. I decided to give this a try thinking maybe it will turn me into a mech lover. It did not, I am likely never going to touch this again but not because its bad. It's just not for me. I am looking to get into mech games but this one isn't it.

This is coming from someone with a disgusting amount of tolerance. You will genuinely be a happier person if you finish this game by skipping all the cutscenes. Gameplay is solid, multiplayer is fun! BUT THE STORY? The story will leave you with such a sour taste in your brain that you will ask for your money back even if you got the game for free. I recommend Daemon X Machina, but only when it's on sale.

Its aight ig Pros compared to AC6: + Vanilla coop + Runs better on older hardware 7.4/10

if you can handle the anime/weeb then this is an easy learning curve before you start AC 6

this game reminds me of gundam good shit

Pretty decent Mech game, ngl. 7.5/10

cool as shit

you will never be armored core

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