evaluation of armored core 3 eric nelson cis 487 oct 3, 2005
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Evaluation of Armored Core 3
Eric Nelson
CIS 487
Oct 3, 2005
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General Information
Published by agetec Developed by
FROM SOFTWARE Mecca Combat Simulator Released Sept 2002 Current price $29.99
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Hardware Requirements
PS2 PS2 memory card with at least 95 KB Dualshock controller USB mouse (optional)
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Scoring
Payment from missions Payment from the arena Mission Performance Training Performance Mission Success Rate
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Artwork
The opening sequence is good eye candy
Menus and displays are sharp
Combat graphics are average
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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
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Manual
Covers basic movement and controls Gives descriptions for parts and terms Easier to reference than accessing the
in game knowledge system.
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Features & Bugs
4 player support with connected PS2s
The player can position themselves in a way so that the camera goes out of bounds
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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
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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
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Comparison
Gundam, Mech Assult, Gungriffon Blaze Armored Core 3 is better than these
games: More customization options Fast paced game play The Arena
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Audience
‘Lab Rats’
Mecca lovers
Shooter fans
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Design Mistake
The 2 player 'Extra' arena option should have had an option to allowed 2 human players
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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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End Transmission
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