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Evaluation of Armored Core 3
Eric Nelson
CIS 487
Oct 3, 2005
General Information
Published by agetec Developed by
FROM SOFTWARE Mecca Combat Simulator Released Sept 2002 Current price $29.99
Hardware Requirements
PS2 PS2 memory card with at least 95 KB Dualshock controller USB mouse (optional)
Quick Overview
You are a mercenary pilot of a mech, aka armored core. You earn credits by competing in the arena and completing missions. With this cash you can buy better parts and upgrades.
Storyline
You operate on earth in an underground complex called layered. In charge is a super-AI: ‘The Controller’. Recently, more and more evidence suggests that it is malfunctioning.
In time, you are approached by Union, a group out to fix things one way or another.
Getting Started
No installation required A dualshock controller is the principle
interface, a USB mouse is also supported in the emblem editor.
You are given a basic core, it’s up to you to pilot and upgrade it through missions and arena battles.
Scoring
Payment from missions Payment from the arena Mission Performance Training Performance Mission Success Rate
Artwork
The opening sequence is good eye candy
Menus and displays are sharp
Combat graphics are average
Sound & Music
Music tracks are a type of futuristic electronic
Sound effects are good, but more variety would have helped
Voice acting is well done
Manual
Covers basic movement and controls Gives descriptions for parts and terms Easier to reference than accessing the
in game knowledge system.
Features & Bugs
4 player support with connected PS2s
The player can position themselves in a way so that the camera goes out of bounds
Game Pros
Being able to mix and match several hundred parts to make a core that fits your play style
The ability to drop weapons during a battle to increase mobility
Playing with or against a friend in the arena
Game Cons
There is no optional tutorial for new players
The difficulty of creating custom emblems
Playing against the godly arena opponents can become frustrating
Comparison
Gundam, Mech Assult, Gungriffon Blaze Armored Core 3 is better than these
games: More customization options Fast paced game play The Arena
Audience
‘Lab Rats’
Mecca lovers
Shooter fans
Design Mistake
The 2 player 'Extra' arena option should have had an option to allowed 2 human players
Summary
Good: Customization, re-playability, arena
Bad: Initial learning curve, emblem editor use
Improve: Emblem editor, extra arena, tutorial
Overall: Definitely worth purchasing
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