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MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries
Action
Simulation
Single-player
Multi-player
Co-op
Online Co-op
Steam Achievements
Steam Workshop
Partial Controller Support
Family Sharing

The year is 3015. The battlefields are dominated by war machines known as BattleMechs. Level entire cities and decimate the enemy in your BattleMech. Follow a quest for glory and revenge. Manage an expanding mercenary company. Fight alongside your friends with a four-player PvE co-op.

Developers: Piranha Games Inc.
Publishers: Piranha Games Inc.
Release Date: May 26, 2021
Price (USD): $29.99
Current Players: 1.4k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(85%)
mech combat
DLC content
graphics
sound effects
modding community
sandbox experience
game balance
AI performance
repetitive missions
technical issues
The general sentiment towards MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries is the reliance on mods and the extensive DLC content enhances it beyond its initial offerings. There are significant criticisms directed at the AI performance and technical stability, yet many find the core mech combat satisfying. The game's appeal is notably elevated by a strong modding community, reflecting both a love for customization and a necessity for a fulfilling experience. Enthusiasts of giant robot combat and the Battletech universe generally find a solid and entertaining game in MW5, particularly when updated with mod content and expanded through purchased DLCs.

Positive Points

  • The core mech combat is enjoyable, delivering the satisfaction of piloting huge, customizable robots with a strong sense of weight and power.
  • The game offers extensive mod support, significantly enhancing the gameplay experience and extending the game's longevity.
  • DLCs add valuable content, including new missions, campaigns, and mechs, contributing to an enriched and varied game.
  • Graphic design and sound effects generally receive praise, enhancing the immersive experience of the game.

    • Negative Points

  • The AI for both enemy and friendly mechs is criticized for being poorly designed, often getting stuck or behaving unintelligently.
  • The gameplay can become repetitive due to the limited variety of mission types and procedural nature of many missions.
  • Technical issues, including crashes and bugs, particularly related to co-op multiplayer, have been recurring problems despite ongoing updates.
  • The base game without mods or all DLCs is regarded as somewhat shallow, lacking depth and variety.

    • Mixed Points

  • While the game excels in providing a sandbox experience with high replayability, some players feel the main storyline lacks depth, affecting the overall engagement.
  • The use of mods significantly improves the game, but reliance on them for a complete and polished experience is seen as both a strength and a limitation.

    • Common Themes

  • Many players are long-time fans of the Battletech universe, deeply appreciating the game's adherence to the lore and mech variety.
  • The game's potential is seen as being unlocked through its modding community, which is robust and active.
  • There is a strong nostalgia factor among players who fondly remember past MechWarrior games and find MW5 a satisfying throwback.
  • Game balance and economic management, while offering strategic depth, can sometimes feel restrictive or punishing, especially for new players.
    • Updated 5/27/2026, 12:01:01 AM UTC
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