Is Armored Core 6 on Xbox Game Pass? Answered

As Starfield's release in September approaches, a free AAA game could breathe new life into Game Pass. And FromSoftware’s Armored Core 6 appears to be the ideal candidate, offering a captivating robotic apocalypse setting and extensive gameplay. However, the burning questions remain: Will Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon be available on Game Pass? Will it become the game that captures the attention of Xbox fans awaiting Bethesda's colossal RPG? It appears that Bandai Namco has other plans.

Is Armored Core 6 on Game Pass?

Unfortunately, Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon is not on Game Pass. Players who wish to play the game at launch will need to purchase it separately for $59.99 from the Xbox or Microsoft Store.

Currently, there haven't been any announcements from Xbox or Bandai Namco regarding the inclusion of FromSoftware's latest mecha title on Game Pass. Therefore, it remains uncertain whether Armored Core 6 will be added to Microsoft's gaming subscription in the near future.

When Will Armored Core 6 Come to Game Pass?

Since no previous Armored Core game has been on Game Pass, it's unlikely that Xbox and Bandai Namco will agree to make the latest installment available for Game Pass subscribers. Based on their track record, the publisher tends to exclude their AAA games from paid subscription services, likely because they achieve high sales figures. Elden Ring, for instance, has yet to be added to Game Pass despite the demand.

At the time of writing, only five Bandai Namco titles are available on Game Pass, which include the Ni no Kuni series, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R, SD Gundam Battle Alliance, and Pac-Man Museum+.

Is Armored Core 6 Worth Buying?

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon New Abilities and Enemies

Considering its 60 hours of gameplay and replayability, Armored Core 6 is worth the $60 price tag. The game comes from one of the most prestigious developers in the industry, FromSoftware, which guarantees a fun and challenging experience.

However, note that Armored Core 6 is not a Soulslike. It’s a mech-based vehicular combat game compared to M.A.S.S. Builder, SD Gundam Battle Alliance, and the MechWarrior series.

Any Games on Game Pass Like Armored Core 6?

Bandai Namco’s SD Gundam Battle Alliance is an excellent mecha-combat game on Game Pass while waiting for Armored Core 6. Other alternatives include MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries, Generation Zero, and Titanfall 2.