Armored Core 2: Another Age (2001)

Developer: FromSoftware
Publisher: Metro 3D, FromSoftware, Agetec
Platforms: PlayStation 2
Genres: Simulator
Where to get it: Website

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How it feels

A methodical sci-fi mech campaign of mission-to-mission grinding and upgrading, punctuated by competitive split-screen dogfights.

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About

This stand-alone expansion to Armored Core 2 includes 100 new missions based five years after the events in AC2. Once again your task is to complete a range of tasks (from destroying enemy mechs to seeking out bases and carriers), and each mission comes with a reward. The money raised goes to upgrading your mech for the bigger battles down the line. 2 player split screen is supported for dog fighting action.

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