GamesRadar+ Verdict
Pros
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Crazy-deep mech building
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A few creative missions
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Four-on-four online play
Cons
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Ultra-short single-player
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Graphics rarely impress
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Countless little flaws
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Like Paris Hilton without a camera nearby or C3-PO without plucky sidekick R2-D2, Armored Core 4 is a fantastic giant mech construction sim left incomplete because it just can't find its reason for living- a decent action game. There are a gazillion destructive weapons to bolt onto your rig: bazookas, plasma cannons, sniper guns, energy swords, guided missiles... and even more standard parts, ranging from various heads and legs to missile-jamming ECM generators. You have to monitor each part’s weight and energy consumption, and even counter-balance your mech so that it isn't lopsided. Did we mention the custom paint-jobs?
More info
Genre | Shooter |
Description | A fantastic giant robot construction kit that just can't find a decent action game to make it complete. |
Franchise name | Armored Core |
UK franchise name | Armored Core |
Platform | "Xbox 360","PS3" |
US censor rating | "Teen","Teen" |
UK censor rating | "","" |
Release date | 1 January 1970 (US), 1 January 1970 (UK) |
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