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Create and command custom Mechs to outmaneuver The Swarm in this post-apocalyptic tactical turn-based rogue-lite. Leverage the terrain, learn each Mech's unique skills and use strategy and resources to survive an ever-changing series of battles to give humanity hope.
Mech Armada is a rpg, turn-based tactics and rogue-lite game
developed and published by Lioncode Games.
Released on June 16th 2022 is available only on Windows
in 9 languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese and Spanish - Latin America.
It has received 639 reviews of which 516 were positive and 123 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. 😊
The game is currently priced at 19.99€ on Steam.
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Windows
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: Windows 7 (64 bit)
- Processor: Dual Core 2.66GHz (64 bit)
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Radeon HD 7770, GeForce GTX 460 or better
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 6 GB available space
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Mech Armada is a turn-based tactical roguelite that revolves around one central fantasy: building highly customized mechs and testing those creations against overwhelming odds in a hostile, post-apocalyptic world. Rather than focusing on cinematic storytelling or large-scale warfare, the game zeroes in on tight, grid-based encounters where every movement, every component choice, and every point of energy spent can mean the difference between survival and total squad loss. It is a game that rewards planning, experimentation, and a willingness to learn from failure. At its core, the experience is driven by mech construction. Players are given access to a wide range of modular parts, including chassis types, legs, weapons, drones, and utility systems, each with distinct properties and trade-offs. Building a mech is not simply about maximizing damage; mobility, energy efficiency, defensive capabilities, and synergy between components all play critical roles. A heavily armed mech may hit hard but struggle to reposition, while a lighter build might rely on clever movement and support abilities to control the battlefield. This depth of customization is one of the game’s strongest features, as it allows players to express strategy through design long before combat even begins. Combat takes place on small, grid-based maps where positioning is paramount. Enemy units, collectively known as the Swarm, come in a variety of forms with unique behaviors that force players to adapt constantly. Terrain features such as choke points, hazards, and resource nodes shape each encounter, making the battlefield itself a strategic element rather than a neutral backdrop. Energy management adds another layer of tension, as deploying and maintaining mechs requires careful budgeting; expanding too aggressively can leave you unable to respond to sudden threats, while playing too conservatively can allow enemies to overrun key positions. The roguelite structure defines the game’s pacing and replayability. Each run is procedurally generated, with randomized maps, enemy compositions, and part rewards ensuring that no two campaigns play out exactly the same. Failure is permanent, sending players back to the beginning, but meta-progression systems gradually unlock new parts and options that expand strategic possibilities over time. This creates a loop of experimentation and refinement, where each defeat teaches valuable lessons about positioning, build efficiency, and threat prioritization. That same structure can also be demanding. Early runs can feel punishing, particularly when random elements limit access to essential parts or produce difficult map layouts. Progression is deliberately slow, and success often depends on understanding subtle interactions between systems rather than raw power. For players who enjoy methodical improvement and incremental mastery, this design is deeply satisfying. For others, especially those less tolerant of repetition or early setbacks, the learning curve may feel steep and occasionally frustrating. Visually, Mech Armada adopts a clean, functional style that prioritizes clarity over spectacle. Mechs and enemies are easy to read on the grid, and animations are quick and purposeful, keeping the focus on decision-making rather than visual flair. The interface presents information efficiently, allowing players to assess threats, plan moves, and manage resources without excessive menu navigation. Sound design reinforces combat feedback without overwhelming the player, contributing to an overall presentation that serves gameplay first. What ultimately defines Mech Armada is its commitment to strategic depth over accessibility. It does not hold the player’s hand, and it expects a level of patience and curiosity that not all players will bring. However, those who invest the time to understand its systems are rewarded with a highly flexible tactical sandbox where creative builds and clever positioning can overcome seemingly impossible odds. The satisfaction of watching a carefully designed mech perform exactly as intended in a tense encounter is a recurring highlight. In the end, Mech Armada stands as a strong example of indie tactical design that blends customization, procedural challenge, and roguelite progression into a cohesive whole. It may lack narrative flourish or broad appeal, but it excels at delivering thoughtful, high-stakes strategy rooted in player choice. For fans of turn-based tactics, mech design, and games that demand adaptation and foresight, it offers a rich and rewarding experience that encourages experimentation and mastery run after run. Rating: 8/10
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I LOVED this game. Yeah, it's difficult but works your brain and forces you to find spontaneous solutions (once I scrapped a mech to build another one in order to win a battle). It's fun and I already spent many hours playing it. "Stressful but fun". A bit hard but "the helping hand" update seems to help a lot (I just raised the stats 1 point and that was enough for a more fair play). I stil learn. The learning curve may be steep in the beginning but there are useful guides on the Internet. Since I bought the game on sale, that was the best 2 bucks I ever paid for a game.
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This game is great The gameplay is good and creative with the mechs and parts. The enemy movements and attacks keep you on your toes. Ive played through alot and still enjoy playing again. i would recomend anyone liking strategy based to give this a go. Happy Gaming
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Cute take on RTS roguelites. The game tells you whether or not any of your units are going to take damage on the enemy turn, which makes it a lot easier to just play the game and run strategy rather than save-scum and attempt to learn how to manipulate the AI. Got it on sale, and for the price, I'm entirely happy with it. The mechs don't feel particularly big or stompy - they just feel like little guys, honestly. The customization punishes you hard for waffling on your decisions, but it's flexible enough with letting you make swaps mid-fight (with the premise of 'nanomachines, son!') that it isn't a big deal. Six bucks, and twelve hours later, and I'm glad it was here to let me unwind after a hard work week.
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Mecha turn Based Roguelike to scratch that itch for those who are fans of both. The game's single biggest strength is the mech customization. You can select many different chassis/move type/weapons combinations, leading to a lot of variety in what you will field. Game also has good variety of enemies, including bosses, with a reasonably well paced campaign. Scaling difficulty is available after beating the game (standard for roguelikes now) for those who consider the base too easy.
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Mech Armada is currently priced at 19.99€ on Steam.
Mech Armada is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 19.99€ on Steam.
Mech Armada received 516 positive votes out of a total of 639 achieving a rating of 7.64.
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Mech Armada was developed and published by Lioncode Games.
Mech Armada is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Mech Armada is not playable on MacOS.
Mech Armada is not playable on Linux.
Mech Armada is a single-player game.
Mech Armada does not currently offer any DLC.
Mech Armada does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Mech Armada supports Remote Play on TV. Discover more about Steam Remote Play.
Mech Armada is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
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Developer
Lioncode Games
Publisher
Lioncode Games
Release
16 Jun 2022
Platforms
Remote Play