MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries
Nov 30, 2021 5 years ago
In MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries you will adopt the role of a rookie MechWarrior pilot thrust into combat as the Third Succession War continues to fracture the Inner Sphere. Take contracts from the factions of your choosing and engage in tactical, first-person, PvE ‘Mech combat through an immersive, career-based Mercenary campaign driven by player choice. Victory, prestige, and profit will not only require skill on the battlefield, but in the acquisition, maintenance, and enhancement of your BattleMechs. Set for release in 2018, MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries is under development by a dedicated development team at Piranha Games. MechWarrior Online, Piranha’s existing F2P multiplayer-focused tactical ‘Mech combat game, will continue its ongoing live development by the MWO team at Piranha.
What it’s like
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries delivers a visceral, tactical simulation of piloting massive BattleMechs in the grimdark Inner Sphere. The experience centers on the joy of heavy combat, blending first-person cockpit immersion with third-person external views to emphasize weight and momentum. Players manage a mercenary career, balancing high-stakes battles with the intricate logistics of maintenance, repair, and customization. The craft shines in its deep simulation systems; every joint hit matters, requiring strategic positioning and heat management rather than reflexive twitching. While the narrative framework provides a backdrop for your rise through the ranks, it serves primarily as a vehicle for gameplay loops. The atmosphere is thick with industrial grit and military tension, supported by heavy, impactful audio design that makes every impact feel consequential. It is a game for those who enjoy mastering complex systems and deriving satisfaction from incremental mechanical improvement rather than cinematic storytelling.
Strong in CombatSimulation / ManagementSystems Depth / Build VarietyAtmosphere / MoodAudio / MusicDifficulty / ChallengeGameplay / MechanicsProgression / Replayability
Keep in mind The game suffers from significant launch polish issues, including bugs and performance inconsistencies that can disrupt immersion. Additionally, the management simulation can become tedious or obtuse for players seeking pure action, as maintaining your 'Mechs is just as critical as fighting them.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from pcgamer.com, grimdarkmagazine.com, ign.com, metacritic.com, reddit.com, didacticmind.com.
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Releases
| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Dec 10, 20197 years ago |
| Xbox One | Worldwide | Full release | May 27, 20215 years ago |
| PlayStation 5 | Worldwide | Full release | Sep 22, 20215 years ago |
| PlayStation 4 | Worldwide | Full release | Sep 23, 20215 years ago |
| Xbox Series X|S | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 30, 20215 years ago |
