# HARDCORE MECHA

> 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!

## Game facts

- Developer: RocketPunch Games
- Publisher: RocketPunch Games, Lightning Games
- Release status: Released
- Release date: Jun 27, 2019
- Platforms: PC
- Genres: Action, 2DPlatformer, Platformer
- Steam Deck: Playable (Steam, checked Nov 4, 2026: https://store.steampowered.com/app/746580/)
- Playtime: Main story 5 hr, Main + some extras 7 hr, 100% completion 13 hr (IGDB, checked Nov 4, 2026: https://www.igdb.com/games/hardcore-mecha)
- Languages: Interface: American English, Chinese (China), Japanese (Japan), Russian (Russia), Korean (South Korea), French (France), Chinese (Taiwan); Subtitles: American English, Chinese (China), Japanese (Japan), Russian (Russia), Korean (South Korea), French (France), Chinese (Taiwan); Audio: Chinese (China), Japanese (Japan), Chinese (Taiwan) (IGDB, checked Nov 4, 2026: https://www.igdb.com/games/hardcore-mecha)

## AI Review Analysis

Analyzed Sep 1, 2026

### Strengths

- Responsive mecha controls and fast, exhilarating combat that makes good use of boosters and mobility.
- High-quality 2D anime-style graphics, mecha designs, backgrounds, and cutscene direction.
- Professional voice acting, including Japanese and Chinese audio, enhances story immersion.

### Weaknesses

- The campaign is short at around seven hours, and replaying it or pursuing achievements after completion can feel tedious.
- Some players find keyboard and certain controller controls awkward, and criticize the aiming system and control options.
- The story follows conventional mecha anime developments, while the finale and the redemption of some characters feel awkward.

## Links

- [HARDCORE MECHA on WAME](https://www.wame.is/game/4536)
- [Player reviews](https://www.wame.is/game/4536/reviews)

Updated: 2026-11-09T22:19:58.928Z