10 Video Game Franchises Making Huge Comebacks In 2023
1. Armored Core 6: Fires Of Rubicon
Armored Core is a series of mech combat games developed by FromSoftware. The franchise was established in 1997 and helped the studio gain a considerable following even before they began working on their critically acclaimed Dark Souls series.
Although Armored Core has its own dedicated fanbase, the games have never reached mainstream appeal due to a complicated mech-building system and overwhelming combat mechanics. The last Armored Core game came out in 2012 and received mixed reviews for this very reason.
The announcement of Armored Core VI coming out this year is a huge deal for the future of the series. The teaser for the game was great which, combined with the renown FromSoftware possesses in the gaming industry nowadays, could not only revive the franchise but also help it find a more mainstream audience.
However, the success of its grand return will obviously be dependent on whether or not Armored Core 6 can tackle the issue of accessibility for new players. FromSoftware may not be known for explaining things to their playerbase, but learning the art of the tutorial will be critical if the series is to be given a second chance.