Steel Battalion Xbox
  • Publisher: Capcom
  • Release Date: Nov 21, 2002
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83 out of 100

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8.5 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 16 Ratings

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  • Summary: Power up your Vertical Tank, and prepare to dominate the online arena. In the midst of a volatile military coup, you must master the inner workings of your VT using the Steel Battalion controller. Up to 10 players can battle head-to-head in team or solo deathmatch games. Complete operations in Campaign mode or play free mission games such as Battle Royale, Conquest, or Capture the Container. The military dynamic of the game constantly changes with Xbox Live, making Steel Battalion Online one intense futuristic combat game.… Collapse

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. Xbox Nation Magazine
    100
    The best mech simulator ever made, embarrassing even de facto favorites like the "Mechwarrior" series on the PC. [Winter 2002, p.86]
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  2. GamingTrend
    85
    Isn’t as much of a game as it is an experience. The controller definitely adds to that experience. Just seeing the way the lights flash during the startup sequence is incredible.
  3. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    85
    It's slow, it's difficult, it's unapologetically complicated...but it's also incredibly realistic, unique, and engrossing. [Jan 2003, p.204]
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  4. GameSpot
    73
    SB's gameplay falls short when compared with its flashy presentation, and the result is an amazing showpiece but a less-than-stellar game.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 12
  3. Negative: 1 out of 12
  1. MechMan
    10
    This game is great!!! a bit pricey, but kinda worth it ... i have to disagree with "lord fudgington" on the best thing since sliced bread .. since when was sliced bread the best thing????? what ever happened to the wheel ??? anyway fudgyman go back to eating your sliced bread, i will play steel battalion!!!! like a real man!!! !… Expand
  2. T5ZK
    10
    I bought Xbox only for Steel Battalion and the sequel online version. I admit that the game design is maniac with its fps-style pilot seat with the outstanding gun turret aiming and driving system. Although the bulky huge controller looks so stupid, I have never had that feeling of depth being a robotic pilot. It is a futuristic humanoid simulator in favor of middle and close combat tactics. Tekki (Steel Battalion) is almost 10 years old next year in 2012. The concept is still unique and vivid even today. I am ready for 2nd coming to xbox360.… Expand
  3. Lordfudgington
    10
    I love this game its the best thing since sliced bread.
  4. JonathanD.
    8
    I have not actually played Steel Battalion (ain't got the cash), but I was wondering if there was any way I could rent it. Any help would be greatly appreciated.… Expand

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