Daemon X Machina Titanic Scion embraces an open world for a better co-op sequel

I was very happy to see Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion giving Marvelous’s flashy mech game a second outing. Its hyper-stylized look is satisfying to the eyes, and the more high-mobility action compared to Armored Core 6 makes it a worthwhile alternative to FromSoftware's 2023 hit. Speaking to PCGamesN at Gamescom, producer Kenichiro Tsukuda talks about the decision to move to a more open-world design for the sequel, the challenges faced by the team, and how the legacy of mecha and robots has expanded in recent years.