Pierre T.
# ARMORED CORE VI: An in-Depth Look at the Gameplay
As the anticipation for the highly anticipated game, *Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon*, builds up, FromSoftware has graced us with an extensive glimpse into the game’s captivating gameplay. This comprehensive 13-minute presentation covers everything from the movement abilities and customization options of the armored core to the various adversaries you’ll encounter as the mercenary 621.
## Storyline: Unveiling the World of AC6
Drawing inspiration from the story trailer that was released last week, we now know that *AC6* places you in the shoes of 621, a bioengineered human whose sole purpose is to pilot mechs under the guidance of Walter, your handler. The game takes you on an adrenaline-fueled journey to secure control over the enigmatic and volatile resource coral, found exclusively on the planet Rubicon within the galaxy.
## The Incredible Movement Abilities of the Mechs
One of the most captivating aspects of *Armored Core VI* is the ability of these immense mechs to actually move. FromSoftware’s intricate design showcases the sheer weight and power associated with these colossal war machines, while also allowing them to effortlessly glide through the battlefield as if their insides were as light as a feather. The trailer reveals breathtaking multi-layered stages that encompass diverse environments, ranging from colossal industrial plants to sandstorm-swept deserts and frozen mountain ranges.
## Customization: Crafting Your Ultimate Mech
In *Armored Core VI*, each mech possesses four weapons – one for each arm and shoulder. The garage allows you to customize each component to suit your unique play style. Whether you prefer projectile weapons, energy swords, missile launchers, shields, or other armaments, you have the freedom to modify your mech’s head and chest units, known as the “core,” to give it the desired aesthetic you envision.
## Combat Mechanics: A Fresh Perspective
While *Armored Core VI* may not rely heavily on the precise dodging and attacking mechanics typically seen in its *Soulsborne* siblings, it certainly doesn’t permit indiscriminate missile spamming. Each enemy is susceptible to specific types of damage, and by exploiting their weaknesses, you can momentarily stagger them, rendering them vulnerable to an all-out assault.
## Epic Battles: Taking on Monolithic Mobile Platforms
An exciting moment from the trailer showcases 621’s encounter with a colossal mobile platform that must be dismantled piece by piece. Although the trailer doesn’t unveil the details of this intense fight, the sheer scale and magnitude of the battle evoke memories of the breathtaking mecha boss fight at the start of *Nier: Automata*.
## Release Date and Platforms
*Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon* is set to be released on August 23rd and will be available on PlayStation, Xbox, and Steam platforms. Mark your calendars as the countdown begins!
Sources:
– [The Verge](https://www.theverge.com/23700604/armored-core-6-release-date-trailer) (source of original article)
– [YouTube](https://youtu.be/Vs2piSWfofQ) (original trailer link)
Note: This is a paraphrased and original version of the original article from The Verge.
