Games
Sony
Microsoft
Nintendo
Other Platforms
Upcoming &
Recent Releases
xx
Aliens in the Attic
xx
Astro Boy: The Video Game
xx
Backyard Football '10
xx
Bakugan Battle Brawlers
xx
Band Hero
xx
Ben 10: Alien Force - Vilgax Attacks
xx
Cabela's Outdoor Adventures 2009
xx
Cars Race-O-Rama
xx
DanceDanceRevolution X2
xx
Disney Sing It: Pop Hits
87
DJ Hero
xx
FIFA Soccer 10
50
G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra
71
Guitar Hero 5
xx
Guitar Hero: Van Halen
xx
Jak and Daxter: The Lost Frontier
xx
Jurassic: The Hunted
xx
Madden NFL 10
70
Mana Khemia 2: Fall of Alchemy
xx
Marvel Super Hero Squad
xx
Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2
72
MotorStorm: Arctic Edge
xx
NBA 2K10
xx
NHL 2K10
xx
Pro Evolution Soccer 2010
xx
Rock Band Metal Track Pack
xx
Scooby-Doo! First Frights
xx
Secret Saturdays: Beasts of The 5th Sun, The
xx
Silent Hill: Shattered Memories
xx
SingStar Motown
xx
Star Wars The Clone Wars: Republic Heroes
xx
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Smash-Up
xx
WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010
Stars indicate the most critically-acclaimed games.
Armored Core: Last Raven
Mixed or average reviews
Based on 16 critic reviews
How did we calculate this?
Based on 7 votes
Read user comments
Rate this game >
Game Info
Publisher: Agetec Inc.
Developer: From Software
Genre(s): Simulation
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: T (Teen)
Release Date: June 13, 2006
Summary
Two powerful groups, the Alliance and the Vertex, are fighting for world dominance and victory hinges upon the "Raven" pilots. You are a Raven, an elite mech warrior who must choose sides between the fighting powers. Ravens face the ultimate decision in the fight for survival, either to fiercely defend their chosen side or fight alone and face the wrath of all Ravens. [Agetec Inc.]
Cheat Codes & Hints: GameSpot Hints & Cheats
Also On The Web: Official Website
What The Critics Said
All critic scores are converted to a 100-point scale. If a critic does not indicate a score, we assign a score based on the general impression given by the text of the review. Learn more...
GamePro
Last Raven is the seventh and last Armmored Core title for the PS2, and it's definitely the best of the bunch. [July 2006, p.78]
GameZone
Last Raven is your last chance to experience the world of Armored Core on the PS2. Even if the MSRP weren't $29.99, you'd have a ridiculously hard time trying to find a more complete mobile suit package. The gameplay (battles), pre-gameplay (customization), flashy graphics, and adrenaline-filled soundtrack are some of the best this series has had to offer.
Read Full Review >Game Chronicles
Really, this is just more of the same from Agetec – they found a formula that works and they stuck with it. It’s still fun, and there are a few minor improvements here and there, but it’s tough to shake a sense of having seen and done it all before.
Read Full Review >Cheat Code Central
The story is old hat, the telling of it is pretty lame but overall it serves as a good enough excuse to get into a giant robot and blow things up.
Read Full Review >ZTGameDomain
While the addition of a few tweaks and online play will certainly thrill hardcores; anyone interested in taking the plunge for the first time will find themselves overwhelmed with menus and confusing customization options.
Read Full Review >Gamezilla!
This is the Dynasty Warriors of mech games, and much like how that franchise is solidly enjoyable, so goes Armored Core.
Read Full Review >GamingExcellence
Unless players are willing to put several hours into a complicated control scheme, only to enjoy average playability at the end, they should probably look elsewhere.
Read Full Review >Deeko
Overall, it's the same old song and dance that players have had for years now, so if you're into this extensive mech type of game, then you'll probably want to pick it up. However, most people will find themselves overwhelmed and bored quite quickly and while there have been improvements in small areas of the gameplay, the biggest flaws still exist.
Read Full Review >IGN
Fans will be happy to see some of the battle and garage tweaks that make positive changes in the gameplay, but the uninteresting missions will dampen any excitement. Sadly, those want to check this out for the first time are getting the tiny end of the stick. Too much time will be spent researching and banging your head against the wall with a ridiculous amount of trial and error for a treat that's not nearly worth the effort.
Read Full Review >GameSpy
If you're willing to devote serious time and effort to a harsh and unforgiving series that jealously guards its goodies from the uninitiated, there's a chance you could pick up Lost Raven and eventually get into it.
Read Full Review >GameSpot
If you've played the previous games in the series, you'll be right at home here, but you won't find much of anything new or different.
Read Full Review >Worth Playing
More importantly, let's hope the next-gen will bring about better graphics, which honestly shouldn't be in the state they are.
Read Full Review >Games Radar (in-house)
Armored Core: Last Raven isn't a broken game, and it's actually one of the better titles in the series - it's just that this series has been tragically underwhelming for years now.
Read Full Review >G4 TV
The presentation is weak, the gameplay flawed, and the reliance on insanely in-depth customization will likely end up annoying most gamers.
Read Full Review >Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
The Armored Core developers are celebrating the series' 10th birthday by giving you the same mech game they've pumped out since the beginning. [Jun 2006, p.92]
1UP
When a game about giant robots flying, shooting, and fighting with each other makes it this hard and unpleasant to actually do any of those things, it's time for change.
Read Full Review >What Our Users Said
The average user rating for this game is 9.4 (out of 10) based on 7 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
Ben H. gave it a10:
Although it is a long and difficult game, there is a lot has to offer. The customization is very detailed making it possible to get exacty what your looking for, for the task at hand.It might be hard to channel all the information into a fun game but once you get the hang of it, it'll be fun.
Vorak gave it a10:
Bad ass game, bad ass series. Don't see how its too complicated even for a newbie because I just picked it up. Never played the earlier versions until I bought it. Now I own all of the PS2 versions! Its not the game or the series' fault if you're a sub-par gamer.
Harry C. gave it a10:
Probably the best of the lot, Armored Core: Last Raven proves itself the ultimate mech game ever to hit the PS2.
Dantes H. gave it a10:
Friend of Josh gotta agree that the series can be unforgiving, but the fact is every game is going to have a flaw however, AC has has a very succesful running without american commercial broadcast these guy dont try very hard also, in the armored core series its the tenth 1: armored core -ps1 2: project phantasma - ps1 3: master of arena - psa 4: armored core 2 - ps2 5: another age - ps2 6: armored core 3 - ps2 7: silent line - ps2 8: armored core nexus - ps2 9: ninebreaker - ps2 10: last raven - ps2 11: armored core 4 - ??? still in japanese, not available to america yet
Joshua B. gave it a10:
Armored Core is an awesome game. Its not hard in any respect. The fact that it can be difficult to master for some people is that these may be brand new players, not used to the complexity of the game. Agetec has been making armored core more realistic in every aspect, and they also make every follow-up harder than the last. So for those who have been playing for a while, this game is relatively easy to get used to. The fact that can be difficult is not something to complain about.
