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Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubiconis set to be a substantial new addition to the long-running mecha franchise, reportedly boasting a significantly longer playtime than its predecessors.FromSoftware shocked the gaming world last yearwhen the developer announced its first post-Elden Ringtitle would be a return to the classic series of giant robot games. The announcement came as part of a Game Awards show that would seeElden Ringtake home the coveted Game of the Year award. Now, the sixth entry in the mech franchise is set to be its biggest yet.
Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubiconmarks a long-awaited return for fans of the franchise who have been waiting several years for a new game. The newest entry in the long-running mecha shooter franchise will release as the firstArmored Coregame in a decade, withArmored Core: Verdict Dayreleasing in September 2013. FromSoftware has already confirmed several classic features from the franchise will come back, including Arena mode. Now, players look to have a substantial return toArmored Core’s action ahead.
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In an early preview from YouTuber Fextralife,Armored Core 6is revealed to feature a significant upgrade in playtime from previous games. While the length was not confirmed as a standard or 100% run,Armored Core 6will reportedly feature roughly 50 to 60 hours of gameplay across various missions and side content. The substantial boost would makeArmored Core 6the longest game intheArmored Corefranchiseby a wide margin, withArmored Core 5only clocking in at 40+ hours for 100% completion.
Armored Core 6’s increased playtime from past entries comes as the franchise’s revival looks to add plenty of new features to the beloved series.Armored Core 6will reportedly support up to six players per match in its online multiplayer with the game’s online content said to be more competitive than co-op. FromSoftware has also reportedlyimprovedArmored Core 6’s melee combatfor the newest game, adding in new close-range weapons like electrified whips and chainsaws.Armored Core 6is set to release on August 25th.
The return of theArmored Corefranchise sees the developer attempting to distance the new game from its recent successes. FromSoftware has repeatedly stated thatArmored Core 6should not be compared toElden Ring. Given the success of the studio’s most recent game, many fans had questioned early on ifArmored Core 6would adapt some of FromSoftware’s Soulsborne elements or transition the series into an open-world setting.Armored Core 6looks to be a return to the classic formula for the beloved mech franchise.
Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubiconwill release on August 25th for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
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