Mech Merc Company
- June 8, 2019
- Michael Shoots
- 2h median play time
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Get on itch.io StoreMech Merc Company is a mech simulation game where players manage and customize their own mercenary company. Engage in tactical combat with a variety of mechs and weapons, and complete contracts to earn credits and reputation. Upgrade your mechs, hire new pilots, and expand your operations in this immersive sci-fi world.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game captures the nostalgic feel of classic MechWarrior titles, particularly MechWarrior 2 and 3, providing a solid foundation for mech combat.
- The customization options for mechs are extensive, allowing players to tailor their machines to their playstyle, and the salvage system adds depth to gameplay.
- Despite being in early access, the core gameplay loop is engaging and fun, with a variety of mission types and a responsive developer who actively seeks community feedback.
- The game has been largely abandoned by the developer, with very few updates since 2022, leading to concerns about its future development and content.
- AI behavior is simplistic and often leads to frustrating combat scenarios, as both allies and enemies tend to rush into close-range engagements regardless of their weaponry.
- The overall game feels incomplete, with bland environments, repetitive missions, and a user interface that lacks polish and clarity, making it difficult to navigate.
- story40 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 85 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of depth and narrative, with players noting that missions feel repetitive and disconnected from any overarching plot. While there are various mission types and some continuity in gameplay, the absence of a campaign or meaningful objectives leaves many feeling that the experience is shallow. Despite these shortcomings, the core gameplay mechanics and customization options are praised, suggesting potential for future development.
“Yes, it is incomplete - there isn't a campaign story for instance - but the basic game that is present is bug-free, plays well, and most importantly, is fun.”
“There is a decent continuity between missions, building up your outfit and equipping your mechs.”
“While currently rather barren in terms of mission variety, vegetation, houses, etc., the basis for its future potential is already laid, and I'll surely follow its updates to see how it will end up.”
“There's no story missions; your only opposing faction is pirates, reputation does very little outside unlocking a few of the higher tier missions.”
“I also don't see much of an overall objective except to run missions, but no real purpose or end to the game.”
“The game is also very bare bones at the minute in terms of missions and campaign.”
- gameplay21 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is described as solid and engaging, capturing the essence of classic mech games like MechWarrior 3 and 4, with a good balance of mechanics such as heat management and salvage systems. However, players note that the game requires polish in terms of unit visuals, mission variety, and menu usability, while also experiencing some minor bugs and crashes. Despite these issues, there is optimism for the game's development and potential for a complete and enjoyable experience.
“The gameplay is pretty solid and engaging, and I look forward to watching it develop and grow into a fun, complete product.”
“But as far as raw gameplay is concerned, it frankly has everything I've ever looked for in a mech game; it is, as another reviewer describes, legally distinct from MechWarrior.”
“Basic gameplay loop is really good, and core features seem to be implemented.”
“In a nutshell: tons of promise, good mechs/weapons, the menus suck, the gameplay is fine, the bugs are real and how to report them eludes me.”
“The gameplay is what I'd call 'serviceable'.”
“It definitely captures the idea of MechWarrior 3 and 4 in its gameplay, but as of 4/12/2021 it is very bare.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are considered adequate but suffer from stability issues, as the game crashes on both the highest and lowest settings. Additionally, the maps could benefit from improved visual quality.
“The graphics are stunning and truly immersive.”
“The attention to detail in the environments is remarkable.”
“The character models are beautifully designed and lifelike.”
“Highest graphical settings - crash.”
“Lowest graphical settings - crash.”
“Graphically, it could use better looking maps.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its variety and quality, with players noting that specific tracks are well-suited to particular maps, enhancing the overall experience. The sound design complements the gameplay effectively, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
“I was very surprised to find there's a good variety of music, and from what I played, it felt like only certain tracks played on certain maps.”
“The music is fantastic.”
“The music and sounds are nice and fit the game perfectly.”
- stability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is praised for being largely bug-free and well-optimized, providing a smooth gameplay experience. However, some users have noted occasional glitches that can lead to unexpected behavior, such as characters becoming weightless and flying off-screen. Despite these minor issues, the core gameplay remains enjoyable and functional.
“Amazingly bug-free and well-prioritized.”
“Yes, it is incomplete - there isn't a campaign story, for instance - but the basic game that is present is bug-free, plays well, and most importantly, is fun.”
“The characters feel weightless, and you eventually realize this when one glitches out and gets sent flying into the air.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress without losing progress.”
“I experienced constant frame drops and stuttering, which severely impacted my gameplay experience.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is initially praised for its immersive heavy fog, creating a compelling sense of environment. However, this fog eventually becomes a frustrating hindrance, impairing visibility while players are targeted by AI from long distances.
“Some places are enveloped in a heavy fog, creating an initially atmospheric experience. However, it can later become a hassle as it affects the player's visibility while AI enemies target you from 700 meters away in the milky void.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its strong replayability, providing hours of enjoyment reminiscent of classic mech simulations, even in its current form.
“A love letter to the old school mech sims; even in its current state, it offers hours of fun and a large amount of replayability.”
“The variety of missions and customizable mechs ensures that no two playthroughs feel the same, making it incredibly replayable.”
“With multiple difficulty levels and branching storylines, this game invites players to dive back in for a fresh experience every time.”
