Daemon X Machina Titanic Scion is the sequel to 2020’s Daemon X Machina, but since the game takes place in the far future, you can dive right into it without having played the first game. The game looks fantastic and features futuristic mechs, so it should be great, right?
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Daemon X Machina Titanic Scion
Players in Daemon X Machina Titanic Scion take on the role of an “Outer”, an enhanced human living in orbit on a giant space station above a dying Earth. You’ll be rudely awoken after creating your character and must flee a research lab. Your friend, Nerve, comes to bust you out, but in the process, you’ll encounter a bunch of very angry mechs determined to destroy you. Fast forward a bit, and you’ll escape with your life, though not without being shot down and crashing to the planet’s surface first.
Without spoiling too much, Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion revolves around your character seeking vengeance on those who wronged you and your friend. The game features plenty of anime-esque tropes with its characters, and if you’re a fan of the mecha genre, you’ll love this. Compared to the first game, Daemon X Machina Titanic Scion feels more focused and palatable in terms of story.
Gameplay
Marvelous Inc has overhauled the gameplay. Instead of clunky mechs, you now pilot much faster “Exosuits” of various weight classes, which drastically change combat. Lighter suits allow agile dodging and sword combat, while heavier suits excel with large-scale weaponry like missile pods and miniguns.
The game prides itself on extensive customisation. Right from the start, you can create a unique character using presets and multiple customisation options. While it’s not as intricate as Monster Hunter: World’s character creator, you could easily spend an hour tweaking your playable character. Amazingly, you can also change your appearance at any time without paying for a “Character change”—a feature I hope other developers, like Capcom, take note of.
Daemon X Machina Titanic Scion also embraces a Monster Hunter-style gameplay loop. Players can explore open-world areas, team up with up to two others, and defeat tough opponents for loot or research data to craft new equipment. Fans of Monster Hunter or Xenoblade Chronicles X will feel right at home. However, a frustrating limitation persists: you can only loot one item per enemy, forcing tough choices and repeated grinding for optimal stats.
Combat is satisfying, whether using swords, rocket launchers, or homing missiles. Weapons are mapped intuitively to controller shoulder buttons and triggers, allowing players to mix and match gear depending on their playstyle. Completing story missions alongside side quests and open-world exploration forms the core gameplay loop—loot, return to base, re-equip, and repeat. While simple, it works well.
After significant playtime, certain flaws emerge. The open world, while large, contains stretches of empty terrain. Additionally, the loot system can feel repetitive, especially since only one item can be collected per enemy, which may frustrate some players.
Graphics and Performance
Graphically, Daemon X Machina Titanic Scion is stunning. Powered by Unreal Engine 5, the game looks incredible during story missions and cutscenes. While some open-world areas feel empty, the scenery, skies, and photo mode options compensate beautifully. However, performance issues are present. During my playthrough, I experienced crashes, slowdowns, and occasional framerate drops, even on a mid-range PC.
Soundtrack and Voice Acting
The soundtrack blends electro and rock tracks perfectly for fast-paced action. Voice acting is solid, with the protagonist speaking—a refreshing change compared to many silent main characters in other games.
Final Verdict
Daemon X Machina Titanic Scion is a notable improvement over its predecessor, which felt mediocre. Yes, it has flaws and can be grindy, but the gameplay is more enjoyable, and the story is more focused. Even if you haven’t played the first game, diving into this sequel is seamless thanks to its far-future setting. A demo is available, so you can try it before committing, and co-op mode adds even more fun.
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