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MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries

MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries

September 23, 2021
Piranha Games Inc.
4.3/5.0(1,700 reviews)

Genres

Shooter
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About This Game

Set in the year 3015, MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries lets players pilot massive BattleMechs in a world filled with war. Engage in intense mech combat, manage a mercenary company, and explore a narrative of glory and revenge. Players can enjoy deep customization and co-op gameplay, all while navigating a vast array of missions and mech variants.

Highlights

  • Satisfying cockpit gameplay and immersive mech combat experience
  • Deep customization options with community mods
  • Variety of unique BattleMech variants to pilot
  • Engaging narrative filled with interstellar intrigue
  • Manage and expand your own mercenary company
  • Four-player co-op support for team-based play
  • Strong community support with additional DLC content
  • Nostalgic appeal for long-time fans of MechWarrior franchise

Platforms

PS4
PS5

Multiplayer

Co-op Supported

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Teen
Languages:
EnglishFrench (France)GermanRussian

Gameplay

Modes
Single playerMultiplayerCo-operative
Perspective
First personThird person

Player Reviews

Mixed

Overall, player feedback for MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries showcases divided sentiments where a significant number of players enjoy the gameplay and immersive experience with the use of mods and DLC, while others express frustration mainly due to AI issues, the necessity of mods for enjoyment, and various bugs. This leads to a mixed reception, with many praising the game's strengths but equally voicing notable concerns.

Pros

  • • Satisfying cockpit gameplay and mech combat experience
  • • Deep customization options with mods like YAML
  • • Variety of mechs and missions for prolonged gameplay
  • • Strong community support and additional content through DLCs
  • • Nostalgic appeal for fans of the franchise

Cons

  • • Frustrating AI performance and behavior during missions
  • • Dependency on mods to enhance gameplay experience
  • • Performance issues and bugs, particularly related to multiplayer
  • • Limited base game content without additional purchases and DLCs
  • • Steep learning curve without adequate onboarding or explanations

Based on 100 reviews from steam

Screenshots

DLC & Editions

MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries - Heroes of the Inner Sphere
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries - Heroes of the Inner Spheredlc
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries - Legend of the Kestrel Lancers
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries - Legend of the Kestrel Lancersdlc
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries - Shadow of Kerensky
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries - Shadow of Kerenskydlc
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries - Solaris Showdown
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries - Solaris Showdowndlc
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries - Chaos Reign
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries - Chaos Reigndlc
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries - Rise of Rasalhague
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries - Rise of Rasalhaguedlc
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries - Call to Arms
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries - Call to Armsdlc
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries - The Dragon's Gambit
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries - The Dragon's Gambitdlc
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries - Dropship Collection
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries - Dropship Collectionbundle
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries - Succession Wars Edition
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries - Succession Wars Editionbundle

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MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries — Frequently Asked Questions

Is MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries worth playing?
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries has a mixed reception from players, holding an average score of 4.3 out of 5 across 1,700 reviews.
Is MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries single-player or multiplayer?
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries supports single player, multiplayer, and co-operative.
What platforms is MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries available on?
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries is available on PS4 and PS5.
When did MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries release?
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries released on September 23, 2021.
What is MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries's age rating?
MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Teen.