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HARDCORE MECHA

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Linux • 2019

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Quick resume

HARDCORE MECHA is a 2D platformer action focusing on a better handling. The Campaign mode offers rich gameplay and seamless in-game cut-scenes for an immersive experience. Choose your favorite mecha, experience the fast-paced hardcore competitive battle of steel in Multiplayer!

Global score

83/100

Genres

Action, Indie, Adventure, Platform, Shooter, Role-playing (RPG)

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    Pros

    • Gorgeous 2d animations and graphics
    • Engaging and challenging combat
    • Varied mechs and customization
    • Immersive mecha anime story and presentation
    • Simulation mode with progression and loot

    Cons

    • Limited single player mech variety
    • Lack of co-op multiplayer mode
    • Spotty english translation
    • Small and laggy multiplayer playerbase
    • Some grind and slow unlock progression

    Analysis

    A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Status, Story, Expression. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Violence, Story, Fantasy.

    How to use the graph
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    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

    Motivations

    • Autonomy
      3

      "Players have control over mech customization and upgrades, and can choose different weapons and playstyles especially in simulation mode, though the campaign restricts to one mech."

    • Competence
      4

      "The game offers challenging combat with skillful dodging, aiming, and melee combos; boss fights require mastery and the game has a high skill ceiling."

    • Competition
      3

      "Multiplayer includes ranked modes and leaderboards, but playerbase is small and matchmaking can be laggy; competition exists but is limited."

    • Continuation
      3

      "Players engage in long sessions especially in simulation mode and multiplayer; some grind for unlocks and replay campaign for better scores."

    • Cooperation
      1

      "Currently no co-op mode; multiplayer is free-for-all or team deathmatch; players express desire for co-op but it is not implemented yet."

    • Creativity
      3

      "Players can customize mechs with weapons, modules, and upgrades; simulation mode allows experimentation with different mechs and loadouts."

    • Domination
      -2

      "Multiplayer is competitive but no evidence of trash talk or power imposition; interactions appear balanced and respectful."

    • Escapism
      4

      "Players use the game as a mecha anime fantasy escape with immersive story, fast paced action, and satisfying combat."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage out of intrinsic interest and love for mecha genre; no evidence of obligation or pressure to play."

    • Experimenting
      3

      "Simulation mode encourages trying new mechs, weapons, and builds; players explore different strategies and upgrades."

    • Exploration
      2

      "Campaign has secrets and blueprints to discover; levels have some variety but mostly linear progression."

    • Expression
      3

      "Players customize mech loadouts, weapons, and modules; some cosmetic variants unlocked via codes."

    • Fantasy
      5

      "Strong mecha anime theme with imaginative fiction, tropes, and cinematic storytelling."

    • Fellowship
      1

      "Some community sharing of unlock codes and multiplayer interaction, but mostly individual play."

    • Growth
      4

      "Players learn combat mechanics, improve skills, and upgrade mechs through leveling and unlocking new gear."

    • Health
      -5

      "Typical sedentary gaming experience with no physical activity involved."

    • Idle
      -3

      "Requires continuous attention and focus during combat and missions; not a casual idle game."

    • Intimacy
      -3

      "Limited social interaction; multiplayer lacks communication tools; mostly surface-level connections."

    • Leadership
      -2

      "No evidence of leadership roles; players mostly participate equally or individually."

    • Progression
      4

      "Strong progression through unlocking mechs, weapons, upgrades, and leveling in simulation and campaign."

    • Relaxation
      2

      "Gameplay balances challenge and flow; some tension in boss fights but overall satisfying and fun."

    • Sensation
      4

      "High sensory stimulation from detailed animations, music, sound effects, and fast-paced combat."

    • Status
      1

      "Some recognition through multiplayer ranks and unlocks, but limited social visibility."

    • Story
      3

      "Campaign features narrative with cutscenes, character development, and mecha anime tropes; story is standard but engaging."

    • Strategy
      3

      "Combat and survival modes require tactical use of weapons, dodging, and resource management; some planning needed."

    • Thrill
      3

      "Fast-paced combat and boss fights provide suspense and excitement; some moments of tension and relief."

    • Value
      3

      "Good perceived value for price with quality single player, simulation mode, and multiplayer; some desire for more content."

    • Violence
      4

      "Combat involves shooting, melee, explosions, and destruction of enemy mechs."

    • Survival
      3

      "Simulation mode and some campaign missions involve survival against waves and resource management."

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