At Nintendo’s E3 2018 press conference, the Japanese publisher Marvelous announced that it was developing a new game calledDaemon X Machina, exclusively for the Nintendo Switch. Described as an accessible mech game with high-stakes combat,Daemon X Machinawas marketed as a spiritual successor of sorts to FromSoftware’sArmored Coreseries. In fact, a few of the people that worked on the franchise, includingArmored Coreproducer Kenichiro Tsukuda, were involved in the game’s development. Similar toArmored Core,Daemon X Machinafeatured fully customizable mechs and online PvP multiplayer. It did, however, have a distinctly vibrant color palette not seen in the likes of FromSoftware’s long-running series.
Daemon x Machinawas released on the Nintendo Switchin September 2019, in all territories around the world. Despite a lot of the excitement surrounding its debut, the game didn’t exactly become a favorite among critics. On the review aggregator OpenCritic,Daemon X Machinareceived a measly 45% Critics Recommend rating and a 70/100 Top Critic Average. Much of the criticism ofDaemon X Machinawas directed towards the game’s confusing story, unintuitive UI design, and repetitive missions. In spite of its mixed critical reception, however,Daemon X Machinaapparently sold very well on the Switch; so much so, in fact, that a sequel to the game is already in development.
A Sequel to Daemon X Machina is Coming Out Later this Year
The Follow-Up to Daemon X Machina Looks Much More Ambitious than Its Predecessor
Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion, a direct follow-up to the originalDaemon X Machina, was announced more than a year ago, but Marvelous did not provide any footage of its gameplayor confirm any targeted platforms at the time. However,during the recent Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, the game was finallyunveiled in full.Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion’s 1-minute-long announcement trailer seems to suggest that it will be a much more ambitious title than its predecessor. Instead of retaining the mission-based level design of the first game, it is going to feature a large, open-world environment. Players will be able to traverse the world on foot or fly in the skies using their trusty exosuits. They’ll even have the ability to ride on horseback, which is quite surprising.
Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion is Being Released on All Current-Gen Platforms
After the Nintendo Direct took place, Marvelous revealed thatDaemon X Machina: Titanic Scionwould not only be released on the Nintendo Switch 2, but on the PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Windows PC, as well. The game will come out on Jun 17, 2025, nearly 6 years after the debut ofthe originalDaemon X Machina. Furthermore, it will cost $70 on all platforms, which is $10 more than the price of the first game.
Marvelous Should Have Ported the OG Daemon x Machina to PS5 and XSX Before The Launch of Its Sequel
Although it’s great thatDaemon X Machina: Titanic Scionis being launched so soon, it’s a bit disappointing that Marvelous hasn’t announced PS5 and Xbox Series X/S ports of its predecessor beforehand. The originalDaemon X Machinawas released on Windows PCvia Steam, GoG, and Epic Games Store in February 2020, just a few months after its debut on the Switch. It, however, was never brought to any PlayStation or Xbox consoles, in spite of the fact that it would have likely found an audience on those platforms.
Even though it came to PC, some have speculated that Nintendo paid Marvelous to ensure thatDaemon X Machinawould be a permanent Switch console exclusive. The game was, after all, published by Nintendo on the Switch. However, since there are many other formerNintendo-published titlesthat have made their way to other consoles, likeOctopath TravelerandShin Megami Tensei V, this doesn’t seem that likely. Whatever the case may be, the fact that Marvelous didn’t portDaemon X Machinato all current-gen consoles prior to the release of its sequel seems like a huge missed opportunity, as it could have led to increased sales forDaemon X Machina: Titanic Scionon PlayStation and Xbox.
WHERE TO PLAY
Whether roaming the land or soaring through the skies, the world is yours to explore in your personalized Arsenal.
Take down your foes with all manner of explosive weaponry and master the art of combat.
In Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion, you’re able to play cooperatively with other players online in a variety of ways, including taking on story missions and fierce boss battles together. Whether you’re a rookie or a veteran, you’ll discover your own rhythm on the battlefield.
