The long-awaited sequel to FromSoftware’s Armored Core franchise, Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon, is about to be released, nearly 10 years after the last installment in the series.
It’s an announcement that must have thrilled Armored Core fans: After years of silence, FromSoftware, the creators of Elden Ring, have revealed that the beloved action mech franchise will return with Armored Core 6: Fires. of Rubicon in 2023. This news surprised many people. . , especially since the last version of the series dates back to 2012 and was released on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360.
FromSoftware plans to release the game in September 20223
Sources close to FromSoftware have now revealed that the developers have planned a release window for Armored Core 6, expected between September and October 20323, although they haven’t specified a date yet. Moreover, it seems that the arrival of this new game is a priority for the developers, who wants to release it before the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion for Elden Ring. And contrary to what you might think, FromSoftware’s iconic titles such as Dark Souls, Bloodborne, Sekiro or Elden Ring will not influence the gameplay of the next installment in the series.
Finally, for those unfamiliar with the franchise, Armored Core includes five main games set in a post-apocalyptic world. Players take control of armed combat robots called “Armored Cores” and fight against each other or against robot units from other factions. Therefore, fans can look forward to the upcoming release of Armored Core 6 which promises to be a welcome addition to the series after such a long wait.
Remember that Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon will be released on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC. Also, let’s also remember that the game should not be a Soulsborne according to FromSoftware.