Prepare for Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon with this guide to the best entries in the series! While FromSoftware is known for its Souls-like games, the Armored Core franchise boasts a rich history dating back decades. This mech-based series typically casts players as mercenaries fighting in a post-apocalyptic world, completing missions for various clients. Success earns you funds for mech maintenance and upgrades; failure means game over.

The Armored Core series comprises 5 main entries and numerous spin-offs, totaling 16 games. Armored Core 1 and 2 share a continuity, distinct from the separate continuities of Armored Core 3, 4, and 5. Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon, launching August 25th, 2023, will likely establish a new continuity.

To get a feel for the series before diving into the latest installment, consider these top Armored Core titles: [This section would list the recommended games, which are missing from the original input. The original text only mentions the existence of the games, not which are best.]

This selection will provide a solid foundation for understanding the Armored Core gameplay and lore, ensuring a smoother transition into Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon.