The Best Armored Core Games to Play Before Fires of Rubicon Comes Out

Prepare for Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon with these essential entries! While the upcoming title marks a likely new continuity, exploring past Armored Core games offers valuable insight into the series' core mechanics and compelling world.

FromSoftware, renowned for its Souls-like games, boasts a rich history with the Armored Core franchise – a long-running mech combat series spanning decades and numerous titles (16 in total, including spin-offs). Set primarily in post-apocalyptic Earth, players assume the role of mercenaries, completing missions for various clients. Success earns funds for mech maintenance and upgrades, crucial for survival in this unforgiving world. Missions range from eliminating enemy forces and scouting locations to securing valuable cargo.

The numbered Armored Core titles are divided into distinct continuities: Armored Core 1 and 2 share a timeline, while Armored Core 3, 4, and 5 each exist in separate universes. Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon (releasing August 25, 2023) is poised to establish yet another unique storyline.

To best prepare for the upcoming release, consider these top Armored Core titles: [This section would ideally list specific games with brief reasons for their recommendation. The original text doesn't provide this information, so it needs to be added for a complete answer].