- September 24, 2013
- FromSoftware
Armored Core: Verdict Day
Armored Core Verdict Day isn’t perfect, but there’s a truly great game here if you’re willing to put the time into building it.
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"Armored Core: Verdict Day is a Sci-Fi shooter game, offering both single-player and multi-player modes. Command a squad of up to 20 Advanced Armored Core mechs, battling for territory control in a persistent online multiplayer mode, in a dystopian future with scarce resources. Note: Online servers will be shut down on March 31, 2024."
- The game offers incredibly deep and varied customization options for mechs, providing a satisfying experience for players who enjoy complex mechanics.
- The singleplayer mode has seen significant improvements, featuring more interesting battles and a coherent story.
- The feeling of piloting a heavy mech is well-executed, with controls that convey weight and interaction with the environment.
- The game has a steep learning curve, which may deter casual gamers and those unfamiliar with the series.
- The user interface is poorly organized and can be cumbersome to navigate, making the experience less enjoyable.
- Some players found the online component lacking and the missions to be too short, diminishing the overall value of the gameplay.
story6 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe story in the game is generally well-received, providing a coherent narrative that enhances the experience of piloting a mech. With a substantial amount of content, including 90 missions, players appreciate the engaging storyline, although some express frustration over limitations in offline play, such as the inability to upgrade weapons. Overall, the combination of a fun narrative and deep customization options contributes to a positive reception of the game's story aspect.
“Very good game with excellent playability and a fun storyline for when playing offline or even doing the battles online.”
“Combat is awesome. Customization is incredibly deep and varied. Lots of story mode content to play.”
“This is probably the one that really gives you the feeling of piloting a heavy, multistory mech.”
“But those 90 missions are about 1 minute long in play.”
“Story more or less makes sense, for a change.”
“Out of all the AC games, this is probably the one that really gives you the feeling of piloting a heavy, multistory mech.”
Armored Core Verdict Day Review
Armored Core Verdict Day isn’t perfect, but there’s a truly great game here if you’re willing to put the time into building it.
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