FromSoftware makes Armored Core 6 a wee bit easier with latest update

However, some couldn't help but wonder if this trivializes Balteus' difficulty as an early skill check. Even before the new patch, Balteus' challenge was more due to the limited options players had against it. With the right strategy and build, the boss was already manageable, much more so in the New Game Plus mode.

If nothing else, Armored Core 6 continues the age-old tradition of FromSoftware's older titles, where constant tweaking and adaptation is key to success.

Beyond bosses, the weapons within Armored Core VI have received some love as well. The patch targets several of the game's most underused weapons, amplifying their potency to increase gameplay diversity. Weapons such as the RF-024 TURNER, MG-014 LUDLOW, and a host of others now boast increased attack power, reduced reload times, as well as thef aster projectile speeds. These buffs serve a dual purpose. Not only do they provide players more options in the early and mid-game when assembling their Armored Core but they also present additional viable strategies against the game's more formidable opponents.

On the note of weapons, it's worth mentioning that certain weapons like the Songbirds grenade launcher and the Zimmerman shotgun, which the community considered overpowered, remain untouched in this update. These weapons, especially when dual-wielded, have been reported to decimate many bosses with ease.

Patch 1.02 isn't just about balance, either. Various bugs plaguing the game, including a notorious one on PC and Xbox where the game would inadvertently enter offline mode, have been addressed. FromSoftware's diligence in this aspect ensures that player experience remains paramount.

If you're wondering where the PvP balance changes are, don't worry. FromSoftware promises that a separate adjustment is in the pipeline. Game director Masaru Yamamura had earlier stressed that the multiplayer component was created to enrich the single-player campaign and cater to the series' ardent fans.

With Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon selling well on Steam, we can expect more support from FromSoftware on the way.