From Software’s next game isn’t an Elden Ring or Dark Souls sequel. It’s a sequel to an older series that existed long before those action-RPGs took over the gaming landscape. Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon is the developer’s next game, and it’s set to release August 25 for PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. The standard edition is up for preorder now at all the usual retailers (see it at Amazon), but the Bandai Namco Store also has premium and collector’s editions. Read on to see what comes with the game, plus what to expect from this blast from the past.Preorder Armored Core VI: Fires of RubiconPS5PS4Xbox Series X|S / Xbox OnePCArmored Core VI Collector’s EditionThe Bandai Namco Store-exclusive collector’s edition comes with the game itself, plus the following items (according to the listing):Armored Core Figurine – Size 19 cmSteelbook – Original art Steelbook casePin Badges – A set of 4 pin badges featuring in-game emblem patternsStickers – A set of 45 stickers to personalize your computer, mobile phone, etc.Artbook – An exclusive 40-page hardcover artbook. Dive deep into the world of the game with never-before-seen visualsDigital Soundtrack – The complete original soundtrackArmored Core VI Premium EditionThe Bandai Namco Store-exclusive premium edition comes with the game itself, plus the following items (according to the website):Garage – A garage where you can park your Armored Core, inspired by the one available in the game. Size: 32 cmArmored Core Figurine – Size 19 cmSteelbook – Original art steelbook casePin Badges – A set of 4 pin badges featuring in-game emblem patternsStickers – A set of 45 stickers to personalize your computer, mobile phone, etc.Artbook – An exclusive 40-page hardcover artbook. Dive deep into the world of Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon with never-before-seen visuals.Digital Soundtrack – The complete Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon original soundtrackArmored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon TrailerWhat Is Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon?Armored Core is a series of mech shooters that dates back to the early days of From Software, with the first installment hitting the original PlayStation in 1997. The company put out a lot of games over the ensuing years, but it kept making Armored Core games every few years, with the most recent installment being 2013’s Armored Core: Verdict Day for PS3 and Xbox 360.Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon is about a dangerously unstable new fuel source found on the planet Rubicon 3. Various corporations and resistance groups are vying for control of the substance. You play as a freelancing mercenary, and you create your very own mech that you can use to maneuver and blast through a series of missions. Other Preorder GuidesChris Reed is a deals expert and commerce editor for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @_chrislreed or on Mastodon @chrislreed.
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