Prepare for Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon with this guide to the best entries in the series! While FromSoftware is known for Souls-like games, the Armored Core franchise boasts a rich history, spanning decades and numerous titles. This mech-combat series typically unfolds on a post-apocalyptic Earth, where you play a mercenary completing missions for various clients. Success earns you funds for maintenance and upgrades to your powerful Armored Core. Failure? Well, that's game over.

The Armored Core series includes 5 numbered entries and numerous spin-offs, totaling 16 games. The first two games share a continuity, while Armored Core 3, 4, and 5 have their own separate storylines. Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon (releasing August 25, 2023) will likely establish a new continuity. To get a feel for the series before diving into the latest installment, consider these top Armored Core games:

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