Mecha Backlog
List for mecha/robot games I want to play. Ordered from high priority at the top to the bottom with lowest priority. Subject to change.
Included notes for any other mecha games currently in Steam Early Access, English Translation available, Currently in hiatus, no available English translation, and upcoming mech/robot games. This includes indie mechas. Link to English translation within notes. Only included 1 Super Robot War game here, since there are so many in the series and I feel this list would be filled with them. So only 1 for now. Constantly updating.
If/when I finish a game here I will move the completed game to my Mecha Ranked List. Fan translated mecha games I'll leave up for reference if people need it. Same with games currently not translated into English.
Removed so far:
Titanfall 2, Armored Core VI, Lancer Tactics(moved this to my Mecha Games Watchlist), Front Mission 2(didn't finish, waiting for devs to patch the english translation.
Added
Joy Mech Fight, Robot Warlords, Lord of elemental
PS1 - Remote Control Dandy
PC - Mobile Suit Baba - Yeah you read that right. Baba is You dev's made an into the breach-like mecha game. Yessssss
Metal Head
In an attempt to organize this list further I've compiled a Mecha Games Watchlist similar to my Indie JRPG-like Watchlist
Included notes for any other mecha games currently in Steam Early Access, English Translation available, Currently in hiatus, no available English translation, and upcoming mech/robot games. This includes indie mechas. Link to English translation within notes. Only included 1 Super Robot War game here, since there are so many in the series and I feel this list would be filled with them. So only 1 for now. Constantly updating.
If/when I finish a game here I will move the completed game to my Mecha Ranked List. Fan translated mecha games I'll leave up for reference if people need it. Same with games currently not translated into English.
Removed so far:
Titanfall 2, Armored Core VI, Lancer Tactics(moved this to my Mecha Games Watchlist), Front Mission 2(didn't finish, waiting for devs to patch the english translation.
Added
Joy Mech Fight, Robot Warlords, Lord of elemental
PS1 - Remote Control Dandy
PC - Mobile Suit Baba - Yeah you read that right. Baba is You dev's made an into the breach-like mecha game. Yessssss
Metal Head
In an attempt to organize this list further I've compiled a Mecha Games Watchlist similar to my Indie JRPG-like Watchlist
103 Games
Partial English patch available. Only english in the menus. The rest is in Japanese.
English Translation Available
PC-98 game
https://46okumen.com/projects/crw-metal-jacket/
A pre-cursor to the 1st front mission. Released months before the 1st game. Its why CRW gets compared a lot to Front Mission.
Sequel currently has no english translation. Should be noted CRW was also ported to Playstation with 4 additional missions, but currently no english translation for the playstation.
PC-98 game
https://46okumen.com/projects/crw-metal-jacket/
A pre-cursor to the 1st front mission. Released months before the 1st game. Its why CRW gets compared a lot to Front Mission.
Sequel currently has no english translation. Should be noted CRW was also ported to Playstation with 4 additional missions, but currently no english translation for the playstation.
Out of all the other entries for the Power Doll Series, only the first has an English translation.
You pilot a mech throughout the game in this 3D platformer on PS1. Has a spiritual sequel to Solatorobo.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zHgCjfiZPY0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zHgCjfiZPY0
DS mecha jrpg
- Turns out this game is a spiritual sequel to Tail Concerto. The game is also a sequel to the Fuga Melodies of Steel games.
- Turns out this game is a spiritual sequel to Tail Concerto. The game is also a sequel to the Fuga Melodies of Steel games.
Developer has stated in the steam forums they're working on DLC.
Has English Subtitles
But only Asia release. Playing JP release won't give you an option for english subs
But only Asia release. Playing JP release won't give you an option for english subs
Indie JRPG battling against mechs. Except you use rhythm timing.
Looks like 2025? From the latest dev log
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1561740/view/3645139528231326019
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1561740/view/3645139528231326019
TBA for release
I have no clue if this Indie RPG frontmission x Valkyria Chronicles mash up will ever see the light of day. Haven't seen an update on Steam so far.
Still in Steam EA
VN with Mecha gameplay. Very highly rated on Steam.
Cat in a mech indie Metroidvania?
First game of the Assault Suits series.
Assault Suits Leynos is a run and gun video game developed and published in 1990 by Masaya for Sega Genesis. It was released in America as Target Earth.
Remake currently on PS4
Assault Suits Leynos is a run and gun video game developed and published in 1990 by Masaya for Sega Genesis. It was released in America as Target Earth.
Remake currently on PS4
Assault Suits Valken (重装機兵ヴァルケン, Jūsō Kihei Varuken), also known as Cybernator, is a 2D mecha action game developed by Masaya and released in 1992 for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System.[1] The second entry in the Assault Suit series, it is a prequel to the first game, Target Earth. The game was localized and published overseas by Konami. The story follows Jake Brain who pilots a giant mecha and fights in a war engulfing the entire world.
- Updated re-release of the game for Nintendo Switch to be released in Spring 2023. The game features a new English translation without the censorship present in Cybernator as well as new artwork by character designer Satoshi Urushihara, a digital recreation and translation of the official 80-page Japanese guidebook, interviews with the designers, exclusive pre-production artwork, save states, unlockable cheats, and an option to switch between the original and newly arranged soundtracks, along with other additional features.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assault_Suits_Valken#Assault_Suits_Valken_Declassified
- Updated re-release of the game for Nintendo Switch to be released in Spring 2023. The game features a new English translation without the censorship present in Cybernator as well as new artwork by character designer Satoshi Urushihara, a digital recreation and translation of the official 80-page Japanese guidebook, interviews with the designers, exclusive pre-production artwork, save states, unlockable cheats, and an option to switch between the original and newly arranged soundtracks, along with other additional features.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assault_Suits_Valken#Assault_Suits_Valken_Declassified
Black And white indie mecha game where you fight other mecha fighters in mecha boxing match. Heard its described as No More Heroes meets Mecha boxing indie game. Which is a fascinating mix.
An offshoot of the Lost Planet games. Yes you can pilot a mech suit here.
https://gbatemp.net/threads/release-e-x-troopers-english-translation-ps3.622164/
PS3 and 3DS english fan translation available
https://gbatemp.net/threads/release-e-x-troopers-english-translation-ps3.622164/
PS3 and 3DS english fan translation available
All the lost planet games
3DS Mecha Shooter from Grasshopper
Turns out these count. Mech suits.
Super Robot Wars Original Generations on the PS2
- A remake of the two Original Generation games for the Game Boy Advance
https://www.romhacking.net/translations/5817/
- A remake of the two Original Generation games for the Game Boy Advance
https://www.romhacking.net/translations/5817/
Dreamcast Mecha Action fighting game by From software.
https://www.romhacking.net/translations/2667/
https://www.romhacking.net/translations/2667/
Neo Geo Pocket Mecha Strategy game
- Available in English
- More info here
http://www.hardcoregaming101.net/faselei/
- Available in English
- More info here
http://www.hardcoregaming101.net/faselei/
Vixen 357 is an anime-style tactical role-playing game with mecha combat. The player controls mechas by moving them over the battle map, and fighting enemies with long-ranged or melee attacks. An animated battle sequence is shown when the mechas attack each other. It is possible to switch pilots in the mechas and repair them during battles. The pilots level up by gaining experience points, and the player gradually gains access to new robots and weapons during the game.
AKA
Mecha FE
OR AKA Mecha Langrisser
https://www.romhacking.net/translations/2738/
- On Sega Genesis
AKA
Mecha FE
OR AKA Mecha Langrisser
https://www.romhacking.net/translations/2738/
- On Sega Genesis
Link to english translation
https://www.romhacking.net/translations/2780/
Walkthrough:
https://gunlord500.wordpress.com/2016/11/05/hisou-kihei-x-serd-guide/
Turbo Grafx
https://www.romhacking.net/translations/2780/
Walkthrough:
https://gunlord500.wordpress.com/2016/11/05/hisou-kihei-x-serd-guide/
Turbo Grafx
Dragon Squadron Danzarb (Ryuuki Heidan: Danzarb) is a Sci-Fi Mechanoid Jrpg, released in 1993 for the Super Nintendo/Famicom. It was developed by Pandora Box and published by Yutaka. The game was Fan-Translated to English by Aeon Genesis and released in 2007.
English Fan translation available
- Fire Emblem except Mechanized?
https://www.romhacking.net/translations/2418/
SNES
- Fire Emblem except Mechanized?
https://www.romhacking.net/translations/2418/
SNES
Mecha Advance Wars for SNES
https://www.romhacking.net/translations/373/
https://www.romhacking.net/translations/373/
Gai Flame is a turn-based strategy game for the TurboGrafx-16. It was developed by Masaya and released by NCS in January 26, 1990. It is the final game in the Langrisser timeline, but the second in terms of time of release.
The gameplay is more similar to the original Elthlead, rather than the Crest of Gaia remake, because you have to move your troops on the overworld map, like in a war game, as well as on the battlefield. The old issue continues to persist: sometimes enemy units just don't feel like getting hit for a while, and you get destroyed. But at least in this game you can actually see if your attack has hit the enemy. You still don't see enemy health though. This game is significantly easier, however, and losing a battle does not guarantee a game over here.
https://www.romhacking.net/translations/6770/
Like Mecha Fire Emblem
The gameplay is more similar to the original Elthlead, rather than the Crest of Gaia remake, because you have to move your troops on the overworld map, like in a war game, as well as on the battlefield. The old issue continues to persist: sometimes enemy units just don't feel like getting hit for a while, and you get destroyed. But at least in this game you can actually see if your attack has hit the enemy. You still don't see enemy health though. This game is significantly easier, however, and losing a battle does not guarantee a game over here.
https://www.romhacking.net/translations/6770/
Like Mecha Fire Emblem
English Translation Available
https://segaxtreme.net/threads/gungriffon-ii-english-localized.25205/
97% translated. Except 2 player mode
https://segaxtreme.net/threads/gungriffon-ii-english-localized.25205/
97% translated. Except 2 player mode
Dreamcast Mecha strategy rpg
https://www.romhacking.net/translations/6697/
https://www.romhacking.net/translations/6697/
Released in the West. Psp or PS3
Metroidvania w/ mechs
RTS w/ Mechs. On steam
and the sequel
Released in English. Sequel currently untranslated.
Strategy Mech game for the TurboGrafx CD
Strategy Mech game for the TurboGrafx CD
ARPG for the PC-98 featuring mechs
https://www.romhacking.net/translations/6138/
Alternate link
https://gbatemp.net/download/starfire-pc98-english-translation-patch.37179/#:~:text=Starfire%20is%20an%20action%20RPG%20for%20PC-9800%2C%20initially,running%20on%20the%20Might%20%26%20Magic%203%20engine.
In this game, you are a member of a mercenary squad of infantry mechs contracted by the government to do dirty jobs. Eventually you gain access to a space ship and travel the galaxy to deal with an alien invasion.
https://www.romhacking.net/translations/6138/
Alternate link
https://gbatemp.net/download/starfire-pc98-english-translation-patch.37179/#:~:text=Starfire%20is%20an%20action%20RPG%20for%20PC-9800%2C%20initially,running%20on%20the%20Might%20%26%20Magic%203%20engine.
In this game, you are a member of a mercenary squad of infantry mechs contracted by the government to do dirty jobs. Eventually you gain access to a space ship and travel the galaxy to deal with an alien invasion.
Contrary to what the artwork is showing, you play inside a pilot a spider vehicle throughout the game. So I count this as a mech
Insect Mechs
Ported to Switch
Remote Control Dandy
In 1999, twelve-year-old Mamoru Oza, heir to the largest fortune in the world, received two gifts from his father. The first: A simple handheld remote controller…which operated the fifty-meter-tall combat robot “Vordan”. The second: Ownership of the newly-established Torino Defense Force Co., Ltd, a company formed to combat the “Enigmabots” – mysterious giant robots rampaging through the world’s major cities. Remote in hand, Mamoru now finds himself the sole hope of survival for the people of Torino City.
Can a boy, his robot, and a single remote solve the riddle of the Enigmabots and save the world…without going bankrupt first?
Remote Control Dandy is a 1999 mecha action game by Human Entertainment for the Sony PlayStation. In a major departure from most mecha games, it hearkens back to giant robot shows of the ’50s and ’60s such as Tetsujin 28-gou, in which the robots, rather than containing a human pilot, are controlled from afar via remote. The game adopts this as its core mechanic: not only does the player have to contend with remotely navigating their robot in the manner of an RC car, but also personally run after it to keep it in sight, all while not getting stepped on by enemy robots.
In 1999, twelve-year-old Mamoru Oza, heir to the largest fortune in the world, received two gifts from his father. The first: A simple handheld remote controller…which operated the fifty-meter-tall combat robot “Vordan”. The second: Ownership of the newly-established Torino Defense Force Co., Ltd, a company formed to combat the “Enigmabots” – mysterious giant robots rampaging through the world’s major cities. Remote in hand, Mamoru now finds himself the sole hope of survival for the people of Torino City.
Can a boy, his robot, and a single remote solve the riddle of the Enigmabots and save the world…without going bankrupt first?
Remote Control Dandy is a 1999 mecha action game by Human Entertainment for the Sony PlayStation. In a major departure from most mecha games, it hearkens back to giant robot shows of the ’50s and ’60s such as Tetsujin 28-gou, in which the robots, rather than containing a human pilot, are controlled from afar via remote. The game adopts this as its core mechanic: not only does the player have to contend with remotely navigating their robot in the manner of an RC car, but also personally run after it to keep it in sight, all while not getting stepped on by enemy robots.
DRPG - Mages who pilot mechs on the Vita
No English Translation
PC-98
Mecha Brandish
PC-98
Mecha Brandish
Another PS2 FM-like
No English Translation Available. Could use a 3rd party program to auto-translate the text into english. But my results haven't been successful.
One cool thing about this FM-like game with Yasunori Mitsuda composing the OST is the narrator speaks in English dub throughout.
One cool thing about this FM-like game with Yasunori Mitsuda composing the OST is the narrator speaks in English dub throughout.
Currently No English Translation
-Assault Valken Series known for their side-scrolling mech shooter transitions into a mecha strategy rpg
-Currently No English Translation
-Currently No English Translation
NES Mecha Strategy RPG
Gameplay - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FESuf1UabYI
Gameplay - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FESuf1UabYI
https://www.romhacking.net/translations/5025/
DS Mecha game
Chou Soujuu Mecha MG is a 2006 mecha action game developed by Sandlot and published by Nintendo.
In a world where giant robots known as Marionation Gear, or “Puppets”, are artisanally handcrafted in workshops, a certain boy serves as an apprentice at the Galouye Workshop, dreaming of becoming a “Puppeteer” (mecha pilot) and opening his own workshop with fellow apprentice Kay. But their peaceful daily life is shattered when the autonomous Puppets known as the Automen begin going on berserk rampages around the world. Together with new apprentice Anne-Marie, the hero and Kay are pulled into a conflict that could change the course of Puppet history…
Developed by Sandlot, the studio behind the Earth Defense Force series, Mecha MG combines the developer’s aptitude for larger-than-life spectacle with a unique and innovative use of the DS touch screen: in addition to standard movement with the D-Pad, each of the game’s 100+ playable mecha has its own unique “cockpit” controlled with the touch screen. Players can pull levers to swing their robot’s arms and hurl buildings at the enemy, flip a switch to transform into a car, punch in launch codes to fire missiles, and countless other imaginative setups.
DS Mecha game
Chou Soujuu Mecha MG is a 2006 mecha action game developed by Sandlot and published by Nintendo.
In a world where giant robots known as Marionation Gear, or “Puppets”, are artisanally handcrafted in workshops, a certain boy serves as an apprentice at the Galouye Workshop, dreaming of becoming a “Puppeteer” (mecha pilot) and opening his own workshop with fellow apprentice Kay. But their peaceful daily life is shattered when the autonomous Puppets known as the Automen begin going on berserk rampages around the world. Together with new apprentice Anne-Marie, the hero and Kay are pulled into a conflict that could change the course of Puppet history…
Developed by Sandlot, the studio behind the Earth Defense Force series, Mecha MG combines the developer’s aptitude for larger-than-life spectacle with a unique and innovative use of the DS touch screen: in addition to standard movement with the D-Pad, each of the game’s 100+ playable mecha has its own unique “cockpit” controlled with the touch screen. Players can pull levers to swing their robot’s arms and hurl buildings at the enemy, flip a switch to transform into a car, punch in launch codes to fire missiles, and countless other imaginative setups.
Trailer here
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Download link inside video description
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Free for now. $4 later.
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Download link inside video description
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Free for now. $4 later.
4 Comments
@Corrugated_Fox - I feel that. Before joining the site, I only knew a small amount of mecha games.
Hell yeah Mech Assault! My first mecha game was I think the first Mech Assault on the Xbox. I don't remember if I played the second...
Yesss, please do check them out. You may find one to revitalize your mecha interest! There's plenty to choose from: FPS, 3rd person shooter, turnbased, indies, roguelikes, RTS, shmups, Srpg, Jrpg, racing and more.
Hell yeah Mech Assault! My first mecha game was I think the first Mech Assault on the Xbox. I don't remember if I played the second...
Yesss, please do check them out. You may find one to revitalize your mecha interest! There's plenty to choose from: FPS, 3rd person shooter, turnbased, indies, roguelikes, RTS, shmups, Srpg, Jrpg, racing and more.
@Detectivefail - I'm glad that I stumbled upon these lists of yours as they have gotten me intrigued. I have been quite keen to try Chained Echoes and I see you ranked it quite highly in your Mecha Ranked list, so maybe I will give that one a try soon.
@Corrugated_Fox - Oooh great pick! Hope you like it!
Corrugated_Fox
8 months ago