Armored Core 4

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  • Summary: Armored Core 4 reinvigorates the brand by offering an all-new storyline, new environments, and online capability. The 10th anniversary of the acclaimed franchise is punctuated with a leap to next-generation platforms. Multiplayer functionality allows up to eight players to battle online.Armored Core 4 reinvigorates the brand by offering an all-new storyline, new environments, and online capability. The 10th anniversary of the acclaimed franchise is punctuated with a leap to next-generation platforms. Multiplayer functionality allows up to eight players to battle online. Join one of six factions specializing in different aspects of battle. 30 missions played out in detailed futuristic 3D environments. Fly through canyons and rip through cities battling multiple enemies. Deploy "Quick Boost" and "Over Boost" features for precise explosive movement and precision control of AC units. Engage "Primal Armor" the all-new defense shield that adjusts its strength according to specific battle conditions. [Sega]… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 25 out of 36
  3. Negative: 2 out of 36
  1. Armchair Empire
    90
    If you are thinking about the content of the game while you are working, it’s an addictive game and definitely recommended to those who have enjoyed the franchise up to this point.
  2. PSM3 Magazine UK
    77
    Customisation options make this the best AC yet, but it's not very user-friendly. [July 2007, p.76]
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  3. GameShark
    75
    The game remains true to the series in catering more toward the hardcore element despite good attempts at making the game accessible; Armored Core 4 easily offers up the hottest mech-on-mech action yet in this next generation.
  4. Play.tm
    68
    There is nothing next-gen about the title in the least; only slightly improved graphics.
  5. PSX Extreme
    62
    The mission structure is broken, and the missions can be very short. The online, while fun, is incomplete. And the visuals leave something to be desired.
  6. G4 TV
    60
    Had the missions were more expansive, and the multiplayer broader, this would have been a must-buy—especially on the PS3. As it is, Armored Core 4 is the best in the series, and a decent action game.
  7. 1UP
    40
    AC4 feels like a house that's been added onto so often that it's a maze of twisting passages, oddly shaped rooms, and doors that go nowhere. There may be something worthwhile hidden within, but it's not worth the effort to find it. Time to tear it all down and start over.

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  1. Positive: 5 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 1 out of 6
  1. Zombiemouse
    Oct 19, 2014
    10
    Once upon a time I purchased Armored Core 4Answer. I loved it. But like most games I play I trade them in after I play them to death. ThenOnce upon a time I purchased Armored Core 4Answer. I loved it. But like most games I play I trade them in after I play them to death. Then one day I decided to purchase Armored Core 5: Verdict Day. They took out the ability to fly, the weapons and missiles all felt the same, buildings could no longer be destroyed, reverse leg joints had virtually zero difference with regular joint legs, they removed much of the automated targeting so it no longer felt like you were piloting an AC, it felt like a FPS with a robot on the screen, and WORST of all the feel of the game was just......it felt like a video game.

    I traded in AC:V the next day and decided to try out the precursor to Armored Core 4Answer: AC:4
    I was NOT disappointed.
    I fell in love with this game from the moment I pressed start. The customization of my AC is unmatched. Each piece you purchase feels like a tangible piece of equipment. The feel of the game, and I'm not just talking about controls, just....everything is SO spot on. This game is probably the most underrated piece of software to ever exist, mostly because it is just one in a large series of AC games, and it's so painfully better than every other variation, especially the ones that followed it. It just FEELS perfect, and customizable to the extreme. I believe they tried to balance combat to a ridiculous extent as time went on, but any game with such beautiful freedom is going to be able to be broken, it's kinda part of the fun. They just needed to beef up some of the tankier class weaponry rather than nerf speed, and I realize I'm talking about the subsequent games as well, but I guess it doesn't really matter considering there is no longer online support for this game, at least not that I'm aware of. If you're going to get any AC game, SKIP 5, maybe pick up AC4A, but definitely try this one out. Once you understand the mechanics, it feels absolutely amazing to be able to craft any armored core you want. And those MISSILES! BEST MECHANICS FOR MISSILES in a video game EVER! They launch in clusters, rapid fire, vertical launch, target seeking, cluster missiles! It's almost unbelievable. It makes every other video game to ever contain a missile seem like the programmers were drooling idiots. 10/10 What more can I say.    … Expand
  2. BrianD.
    Sep 2, 2007
    10
    The Armored core franchise has been going up hill since Armored Core 2. Once again From Software and Sega have outdone themselves offering The Armored core franchise has been going up hill since Armored Core 2. Once again From Software and Sega have outdone themselves offering more control, variety, and action. The learning curve of the game really shows how far you can push their revamped system. Also, this game has plenty of replay value. whether you like to play simulated missions or head to head with friends, this is a great game for anyone. Also it is one of the first well done ps3 games currently out.… Expand
  4. volrath77
    Jun 12, 2007
    9
    Definitely one of the best AC in the series.
  5. GamerLinks
    Aug 17, 2012
    9
    This is hands-down the best Armored Core game to date, including V and For Answer. This is a rich detailed futuristic simulator that is funThis is hands-down the best Armored Core game to date, including V and For Answer. This is a rich detailed futuristic simulator that is fun even for the western audience. From Software did a great job developing this game.… Expand
  6. DreamEaglr
    Mar 1, 2017
    9
    Лучшая часть в серии. Миядзаки взял и пересобрал всю механику прошлых частей, но все равно оставил то самое ощущение и дух прошлых AC.Лучшая часть в серии. Миядзаки взял и пересобрал всю механику прошлых частей, но все равно оставил то самое ощущение и дух прошлых AC. Гениальная игра, с нетерпением жду новой части от Миядзаки… Expand
  7. ItchyElephant
    Feb 14, 2017
    0
    Utterly unplayable! Anyone accustomed to the control scheme dating back to the original PS1 Armored Core entries is completely FORCED to adaptUtterly unplayable! Anyone accustomed to the control scheme dating back to the original PS1 Armored Core entries is completely FORCED to adapt to the dual analog style despite the game still playing on a Dual Shock. Trying to remap the controls to the original style is futile because the D-Pad can't be used for anything except menu navigation. Why, why, WHY did From Software feel the need to "fix" what wasn't broken!… Expand

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#69 Best PS3 Game of 2007
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#66 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2007
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#41 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2007