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Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Box Art
Publisher
Bandai Namco
Developer
FromSoftware
Platforms
PS5, Xbox Series X, PS4, Xbox One, PC
Release Date
25 August 2023: WW: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
Genre
Action

Game Overview:

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon is a mech-based action game developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco.

It is the first new mainline entry in the series since 2013’s Armored Core: Verdict Day.

Latest Updates For Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon

FromSoftware “Never” Assumes Success So it Has “Room to Fail” – Miyazaki

FromSoftware “Never” Assumes Success So it Has “Room to Fail” – Miyazaki

"No decision is based on any assumption that, hey, we did it once, it’s going to happen again," says studio president Hidetaka Miyazaki.

Bandai Namco Reports 22.1 Percent Year-Over-Year Decrease in Operating Profits

Bandai Namco Reports 22.1 Percent Year-Over-Year Decrease in Operating Profits

Gaming in general saw a decrease in year-over-year profits for Bandai Namco. The company still praises titles like Elden Ring and Tekken 8, however.

FromSoftware Has “a Strong Desire” to Continue Making Armored Core Games

FromSoftware Has “a Strong Desire” to Continue Making Armored Core Games

"Armored Core 6 was a success. On the other hand, not everything was perfect, and there is still room to make it better, so I have no intention of stopping there," says Hidetaka Miyazaki.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon – Ranked Matchmaking Arrives on December 19th

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon – Ranked Matchmaking Arrives on December 19th

Patch 1.05 adds new PvP maps, AC parts, nameplate personalization, and much more to FromSoftware's mecha action-adventure.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon OST is Out Now on Spotify, Apple Music

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon OST is Out Now on Spotify, Apple Music

Bandai Namco has released the soundtrack for Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon under its Bandai Namco Game Music label.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Sold 2.8 Million Copies, Per Voice Actor

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Sold 2.8 Million Copies, Per Voice Actor

Voice actor Ryo Shimokawa, who plays Pater (V.VIII) in the mech combat title, revealed the sales numbers in a recent stream.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon – Why You Should Play One of 2023’s Best Games

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon – Why You Should Play One of 2023’s Best Games

Despite a positive critical reception, FromSoftware's mech combat title didn't generate crazy buzz. Here's why you should play it.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon – Patch 1.02 Buffs Several Weapons, Adjusts Certain Bosses

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon – Patch 1.02 Buffs Several Weapons, Adjusts Certain Bosses

A bug resulting in unsaved data when Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and PC would exit Sleep Mode is also fixed with this patch.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Developer is Investigating Save Data Issues on PC

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Developer is Investigating Save Data Issues on PC

FromSoftware has asked players to properly close the game before putting their PC to sleep while it investigates the issues.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Guide – Best Weapons and OS Upgrades, and All Core Expansions

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Guide – Best Weapons and OS Upgrades, and All Core Expansions

Whether you're having trouble against bosses or trying to outfit your AC with the best equipment, here are the best weapons and upgrades.

Armored Core 6 Tops Weekly Japanese Charts with Over 163,000 Units Sold

Armored Core 6 Tops Weekly Japanese Charts with Over 163,000 Units Sold

Fires of Rubicon enjoys the second-biggest launch in Japan for FromSoftware's mech action franchise.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Guide – All Bosses and How to Beat Them

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Guide – All Bosses and How to Beat Them

FromSoftware's action title is full of dangerous bosses, big and small. Here's how to take them all down with minimal fuss.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Accolades Trailer Highlights Critical Acclaim

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Accolades Trailer Highlights Critical Acclaim

The latest title in the long-running mecha combat franchise is available for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS4, PS5 and PC.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Debuts on Top of Weekly UK Retail Charts

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Debuts on Top of Weekly UK Retail Charts

Meanwhile, Immortals of Aveum debuted at No. 21, while The Witcher 3 re-entered the top 10 thanks to a deal on PC.

Elden Ring’s Quality Will Contribute to Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Success – Bandai Namco

Elden Ring’s Quality Will Contribute to Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Success – Bandai Namco

"This is an opportunity for us to truly widen the audience of the Armored Core games," says Bandai Namco Europe CEO Arnaud Muller.

Armored Core 6 Guide- All Parts List And Their Requirements

Armored Core 6 Guide- All Parts List And Their Requirements

A complete guide on all parts List and their requirements in Armored Core 6.

Armored Core 6 Guide – All Part Container Locations

Armored Core 6 Guide – All Part Container Locations

A guide on all part container locations in Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Guide – Best Builds

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Guide – Best Builds

The best Armored Core builds in Fires of Rubicon.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Guide – All Endings and How To Unlock Them

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Guide – All Endings and How To Unlock Them

FromSoftware's latest title has some major choices, resulting in three different endings. Here's how to unlock them all.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Guide – 15 Tips and Tricks to Keep in Mind

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Guide – 15 Tips and Tricks to Keep in Mind

[drop-cap]T[/drop-cap]rue to developer FromSoftware’s legacy, Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon can be quite a deep game at times. While nothing in the game is ever as ambiguous as, for example, the ... Read More

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Guide – How Many Chapters and How Long to Beat

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Guide – How Many Chapters and How Long to Beat

Missions in FromSoftware's mech combat title are frantic and fast-paced, but it's a meaty game. Here's how long it takes to beat.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Overview Trailer Outlines Story, Combat, Missions, and More

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Overview Trailer Outlines Story, Combat, Missions, and More

FromSoftware's critically acclaimed mech combat title is out on August 25th for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS4, PS5, and PC.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Review – Back in the Cockpit

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Review – Back in the Cockpit

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon is the first game in the mech-based action game in a decade. Does FromSoftware still have the golden touch? Read our review to find out.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Launch Trailer Shows off Explosive Combat, Massive Mechs, and More

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Launch Trailer Shows off Explosive Combat, Massive Mechs, and More

Ahead of the mech action game's imminent release for PC and consoles, FromSoftware and Bandai Namco have released another new trailer.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Supports “up to” 4K and 60 FPS on Xbox Series X and PS5

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Supports “up to” 4K and 60 FPS on Xbox Series X and PS5

The PC version supports frame rates up to 120 FPS (a first for the developer), 3840x2160 resolution and Ultrawide monitors.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Shows off Mech Action in New TV Ad

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Shows off Mech Action in New TV Ad

FromSoftware and Bandai Namco's mech action game is due out imminently for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Will Have a Photo Mode

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Will Have a Photo Mode

The upcoming mech action title is FromSoftware's first title to have a Photo Mode, allowing players to capture images in-game.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon – Customization and Combat Revealed in New Gameplay

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon – Customization and Combat Revealed in New Gameplay

The mission sees the player defending three R&D missiles from various enemies, including rival Armored Cores and a large flagship.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon PvP Gameplay Revealed, Includes 1v1 and 3v3 Battles

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon PvP Gameplay Revealed, Includes 1v1 and 3v3 Battles

Skirmish against other Armored Cores alone or team up with two other players for group battles across various environments.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Showcase Announced for August 18th

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Showcase Announced for August 18th

The focus will be on PvP, mission gameplay and lore, with the game launching on August 25th for Xbox, PlayStation and PC.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon PC Requirements Revealed

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon PC Requirements Revealed

FromSoftware has revealed full minimum and recommended system requirements for the upcoming action title with both, ray tracing enabled and disabled.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon – 15 Brand New Details You Need to Know

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon – 15 Brand New Details You Need to Know

Catch up on all the details on Armored Core 6 ahead of its launch later this month.

Armored Core 6 – Everything You Need to Know Before You Pick it Up

Armored Core 6 – Everything You Need to Know Before You Pick it Up

Here's everything that you need to know before you make a decision to purchase Armored Core 6: Fires Of Rubicon next month.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon is the First FromSoftware Game to Support 120 FPS on PC

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon is the First FromSoftware Game to Support 120 FPS on PC

Ray tracing is also available on PC, though it only works in the garage when customizing your Armored Core between missions.

Armored Core 6 and Elden Ring Were Made by a Development Team of Just 300 People

Armored Core 6 and Elden Ring Were Made by a Development Team of Just 300 People

FromSoftware says members of its 300-strong development staff fluidly switched back and forth between the two projects as needed.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon is 50 to 60 Hours Long

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon is 50 to 60 Hours Long

FromSoftware didn't confirm the final mission count or whether this playtime includes side missions, the Arena and other content.

Why Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Will Set the Stage on Fire

Why Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Will Set the Stage on Fire

A sequel to a series existing long before FromSoftware re-wrote the blueprint for action RPGs, Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon is firmly on the horizon.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Features Choices and Consequences, “Variety” of Modes

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Features Choices and Consequences, “Variety” of Modes

FromSoftware's upcoming mech action title will also take advantage of the SSD on current-gen consoles for fast-loading times.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon – AC Parts, Cosmetic Customization, and OS Upgrades Detailed

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon – AC Parts, Cosmetic Customization, and OS Upgrades Detailed

Players can change out parts depending on the mission, while OS Upgrades can completely change the feel of an Armored Core.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon – Bosses, Strider Takedown, and More Showcased in New Gameplay

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon – Bosses, Strider Takedown, and More Showcased in New Gameplay

Sub-missions, where players team with allied units and boss fights against rival Armored Cores, are also detailed in the new preview.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Will Receive a 12-Minute Gameplay Briefing Tomorrow

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Will Receive a 12-Minute Gameplay Briefing Tomorrow

FromSoftware and Bandai Namco will be showing off plenty of new gameplay footage for the upcoming mech shooter.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon PvP Multiplayer WIll Support 2-6 Players – Rumour

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon PvP Multiplayer WIll Support 2-6 Players – Rumour

A purported image of a Japanese physical copy of the mech shooter indicates that the game's multiplayer will support up to 6 players.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Story Trailer Features Mechs and Explosions Galore

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Story Trailer Features Mechs and Explosions Galore

Learn more about C4-621, their operation and how they're brought back from the brink before the mech combat title's launch.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon, Tekken 8, and More Confirmed for Gamescom 2023

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon, Tekken 8, and More Confirmed for Gamescom 2023

Attendees can go hands-on with all titles, including SAND LAND, which is playable for the first time in Europe, and Tekken 8.

Armored Core 6 vs Soulsborne Games – 8 Biggest Differences You Need to Know About

Armored Core 6 vs Soulsborne Games – 8 Biggest Differences You Need to Know About

FromSoftware's next game is going to be very different from what the studio has become known for over the last decade and a half.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Has Been Rated by the ESRB

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Has Been Rated by the ESRB

FromSoftware and Bandai Namco's mech action game is set to launch for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC in August.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Has Mission Checkpoints, No Currency Loss on Death

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Has Mission Checkpoints, No Currency Loss on Death

Unlike FromSoftware's Souls-like titles, you won't lose any currency on dying. You can also change out parts and weapons at checkpoints.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon – Sleek Combat, Customization, and Boss Revealed in New Gameplay

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon – Sleek Combat, Customization, and Boss Revealed in New Gameplay

The four-minute gameplay video showcases an industrial environment with much elevation, narrow halls and several threats.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Team Didn’t Want to Focus on Souls-Like Exploration

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Team Didn’t Want to Focus on Souls-Like Exploration

Director Masaru Yamamura says it's about customizing mechs and "how it affects your play because that's what makes the series so compelling."

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Requires 65 GB Installation Space on PC

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Requires 65 GB Installation Space on PC

Recommended requirements aren't available, but 12 GB of RAM and a GeForce GTX 960, Radeon RX 480 or Intel Arc A380 are the minimum.

FromSoftware is Hoping to have Shorter Gaps Between Releases Going Forward

FromSoftware is Hoping to have Shorter Gaps Between Releases Going Forward

"We hope to stagger our releases and bring something new and exciting at hopefully not so long intervals going forward," says producer Yasuhiro Kitao.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon – Combat and The Arena Detailed, Multiple Endings Confirmed

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon – Combat and The Arena Detailed, Multiple Endings Confirmed

Players can use Assault Boost to switch between long-range and close-quarters combat, stagger enemies, and equip up to four weapons.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Releases August 25th, First Gameplay Revealed

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Releases August 25th, First Gameplay Revealed

Explore the ruins of Rubicon, fighting various factions and megacorps in giant mechs on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS4, PS5, and PC.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Releasing on August 25th – Rumor

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Releasing on August 25th – Rumor

Sources speaking to Insider-Gaming also suggested that there would be an announcement soon, but it's not "100 percent confirmed."

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Might Get a Trailer on April 28 – Rumour

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Might Get a Trailer on April 28 – Rumour

According to a Chinese leaker with a solid track record, FromSoftware's mech action game will be getting a new trailer soon.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Key Art Has Leaked

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Key Art Has Leaked

As discovered via Xbox pre-install, the upcoming mech title is on version 2.1.0.1, which could mean a new reveal is imminent.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Rated in South Korea

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Rated in South Korea

An announcement could be coming soon for the action title, which releases this year for Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5 and PC.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Planned to Release in September/October – Rumor

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Planned to Release in September/October – Rumor

FromSoftware reportedly wants its upcoming mech combat title to release before Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree expansion.

Armored Core 6 Will “Pose a Stiff Challenge” to Players, Boss Battles Will be “Extremely Dynamic”

Armored Core 6 Will “Pose a Stiff Challenge” to Players, Boss Battles Will be “Extremely Dynamic”

"We have designed a game that rewards using the most appropriate actions in each situation to overcome difficulties and attain a sense of achievement," says producer Yasutaka Ogura.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon’s Tapei Game Show Presentation Won’t Reveal New Details

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon’s Tapei Game Show Presentation Won’t Reveal New Details

The presentation will be much shorter than previously expected, and it also won't showcase any new footage for the upcoming mech action game.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Will Have 1 Hour Presentation at Taipei Game Show on February 3rd

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Will Have 1 Hour Presentation at Taipei Game Show on February 3rd

Scheduled for 4 AM to 5 AM PST, the presentation will feature series producer Yasunori Ogura, who will provide new information.

Armored Core VI Fires of Rubicon – 10 New Details You Need To Know

Armored Core VI Fires of Rubicon – 10 New Details You Need To Know

One of the standout announcements at this year’s The Game Awards was the revealing of FromSoftware’s next title, and perhaps surprisingly to some it’s a rejuvenation of a series which has lay do...

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Won’t Have Campaign Co-op

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Won’t Have Campaign Co-op

FromSoftware wants to "emphasize the dynamic action, the free-running of your unit, and the active changes you can make during missions."

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon isn’t a Soulsborne-Type Game

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon isn’t a Soulsborne-Type Game

FromSoftware's Hidetaka Miyazaki says the "real impetus" for the title is being able to "freely assemble and customize the mech."

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Director Says its Boss Battles Are “the Highlight”

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Director Says its Boss Battles Are “the Highlight”

The difficulty isn't a flat line throughout, varying based on mission type, enemies, and how players assemble their mech.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon is Not Open World, No Connection to Previous Games

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon is Not Open World, No Connection to Previous Games

The 2023 sequel features a "mission-based structure" and a heavier focus on single-player, though there is a Versus Mode.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon – Story, Gameplay Details and Screenshots Revealed

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon – Story, Gameplay Details and Screenshots Revealed

Futuristic corporations and resistance groups fight over a mysterious substance on Rubicon 3, with the player caught up in the conflict.

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Confirmed, Launches in 2023

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Confirmed, Launches in 2023

The mech combat game leaked in screenshots earlier this year and is coming to Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS4, PS5, and PC.

Armored Core 6 Screenshots Have Seemingly Leaked

Armored Core 6 Screenshots Have Seemingly Leaked

Armored Core 6 was recently leaked via a survey, and now, a bunch of screenshots of the mecha action game have also seemingly emerged.

Armored Core 6 Allegedly Leaked Via Survey, Set in a “Sci-fi World Created by Hidetaka Miyazaki”

Armored Core 6 Allegedly Leaked Via Survey, Set in a “Sci-fi World Created by Hidetaka Miyazaki”

The alleged leak also mentions details on dynamic shooting and melee combat, extensive customization, a large map, and more.

New Armored Core Game Confirmed by From Software Once Again

New Armored Core Game Confirmed by From Software Once Again

From Software reassures fans of its cult hit franchise that a new game in the series will come.

Armored Core Series Will Continue Eventually, New PS4 Theme Coming Soon

Armored Core Series Will Continue Eventually, New PS4 Theme Coming Soon

After so long spent on Dark Souls, From Software asks Armored Core Fans to prepare to fly.

Armored Core New Game In Development, From Software’s Hidetaka Miyazaki Confirms

Armored Core New Game In Development, From Software’s Hidetaka Miyazaki Confirms

Fans of Armored Core- now is your time!

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