WHEN WILL THERE BE A MAJOR UPDATE/DLC?

[Johanness]

Dont quit on us devs!

[kia256]

It's been almost 2 years already.
I don't think DLC is coming.
They're either working on the next number under wraps or it's shelved for now.

[Citizen of Zozo]

No one knows what Fromsoft's main development team is working on right now. No leaks. No news. No nothing. It could be more Armored Core stuff. It could be a new game series entirely.
Maybe the main dev team is on vacation. They've been cranking out games pretty regularly for a long time now and there's no denying Fromsoft is in a good place financially after the massive success of Elden Ring. Whatever the case, there's no way to know right now.

A side team is working on Nightreign. We definitely won't be hearing anything until Nightreign drops in May. That game is something of a risk and Fromsoft probably doesn't want anything distracting from or undercutting potential interest in it. That's my speculation.

[Apocalypse_Later]

We'll be lucky to see another AC game within the next ten years, based on the gap between AC:VD and AC6.

[Phantom]

Originally posted by Apocalypse_Later:

We'll be lucky to see another AC game within the next ten years, based on the gap between AC:VD and AC6.

Interest in the franchise has disappeared, that's why the time gap is so big. Previously, AC games were released almost every year until 2013 ( approximately). Considering that FromSoftware reported that the series will be developed again, the new game will be released not in 10 years, but in about two or three years.

[Necrophoria]

Nightreign is fromsoft's focus at this time. You can expect after that runs its course that we'll get either dlc or a 1.5 game.

[azureskynumber5]

Originally posted by Phantom:

Originally posted by Apocalypse_Later:

We'll be lucky to see another AC game within the next ten years, based on the gap between AC:VD and AC6.

Interest in the franchise has disappeared, that's why the time gap is so big. Previously, AC games were released almost every year until 2013 ( approximately). Considering that FromSoftware reported that the series will be developed again, the new game will be released not in 10 years, but in about two or three years.

I wouldn't say it's disappeared. MechaBreak is seeing pretty good success, for example. There's other factors that I suspect may lead to further interest in AC/Mecha, but those are discussions for another place and time.

[Altair1243]

Originally posted by azureskynumber5:

Originally posted by Phantom:

Interest in the franchise has disappeared, that's why the time gap is so big. Previously, AC games were released almost every year until 2013 ( approximately). Considering that FromSoftware reported that the series will be developed again, the new game will be released not in 10 years, but in about two or three years.

I wouldn't say it's disappeared. MechaBreak is seeing pretty good success, for example. There's other factors that I suspect may lead to further interest in AC/Mecha, but those are discussions for another place and time.

Lol, the reason people's interest "disappeared" is FromSoft screwing around too much and making people angry with their poor decisions, so they went radio silent until they could realistically come back to the series. People always wanted more AC, it's just that we wanted a worthy sequel and they couldn't deliver.

[Call Sign: Raven]

I made my own "update" in Smithbox, happy with the way it turned out. My game speed is faster than AC6 but slower than For Answer, feels just right. All the important fights have 4x HP, and I tweaked weapons a bit, too.

Honestly? I wouldn't mind an Armored Core 7, with somewhat faster gameplay options closer to FA.

[Goro san]

My brother in coral.
Previous AC (Verdict day) came out in 2013.
Been LITERAL decade between releases .
Dont hold your breath, youll die.

[kigraa]

elden ring changed From software to EA .
its for normies now. so u wil have a battleroyale elden ring and skin DLC....

Bloodborne pc or dlc for this game will never happen. it has changed.....forever

[Call Sign: Raven]

Originally posted by kigraa:

elden ring changed From software to EA .
its for normies now. so u wil have a battleroyale elden ring and skin DLC....

Bloodborne pc or dlc for this game will never happen. it has changed.....forever

I’m afraid you are right on the money. This company has gone from “buy blind” to “I now research heavily before purchase.”

[Graknorke]

Let's be realistic, it's probably not getting one at this point. MAYBE they'll release an expansion but I'm not holding my breath.

[Overman]

I think they want to revive the series, I think there will be more.

[AC_R4VN]

I've said this in a few other posts in other areas - I believe the Kadokawa/Sony merger threw a wrench in what FROM was doing for their game product schedules and forced Nightreign into the forefront/existence which caused everything else to take a backseat/shelf. It wouldn't make sense for FROM to give us parts in an update and then never do it again, it makes no sense that they were pumping out balance updates one after the other last year only to stop after 1.07.2, it doesn't make sense to have the Secret Levels episode come out and then just full on stop with AC - unless their management told them to change gears and get to work on making Nightreign (what appears to be a multiple DLC/MTX product to help generate long term revenue) into a reality.

As stated by Citizen of Zozo, we're probably gonna have to wait until Nightreign is done, or at the very least out, before any more AC news is given if any at all this year. And depending on the monetization route that Nightreign is taking, it could very well be a glimpse into AC's future as well (I could be wrong). If we get something new, it's probably a safe bet it will be a game as AC has never gotten an expansion DLC but rather expansion games, and that's if FROM will continue with AC6 as a base or decide to go a new route for Armored Core's future installments.

[AC_R4VN]

Originally posted by AC_R4VN:

I've said this in a few other posts in other areas - I believe the Kadokawa/Sony merger stock purchases (merger is the wrong word for this) threw a wrench in what FROM was doing for their game product schedules and forced Nightreign into the forefront/existence which caused everything else to take a backseat/shelf. It wouldn't make sense for FROM to give us parts in an update and then never do it again, it makes no sense that they were pumping out balance updates one after the other last year only to stop after 1.07.2, it doesn't make sense to have the Secret Levels episode come out and then just full on stop with AC - unless their management told them to change gears and get to work on making Nightreign (what appears to be a multiple DLC/MTX product to help generate long term revenue) into a reality.

As stated by Citizen of Zozo, we're probably gonna have to wait until Nightreign is done, or at the very least out, before any more AC news is given if any at all this year. And depending on the monetization route that Nightreign is taking, it could very well be a glimpse into AC's future as well (I could be wrong). If we get something new, it's probably a safe bet it will be a game as AC has never gotten an expansion DLC but rather expansion games, and that's if FROM will continue with AC6 as a base or decide to go a new route for Armored Core's future installments.

Asked Deepseek about how much stock is owned by the respective companies in Kadokawa -

How much stock does Sony own in Kadokawa?

As of my last update in October 2023, Sony owns approximately 1.93% of Kadokawa Corporation. This investment is part of Sony's broader strategy to strengthen its position in the entertainment and content creation industries. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, it's recommended to check the latest financial disclosures or official announcements from Sony or Kadokawa.
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How much stock does each company own in Kadokawa?

As of my last update in October 2023, here are some of the notable shareholders and their stakes in Kadokawa Corporation:

Kadokawa Dwango Corporation (now part of Kadokawa Corporation after restructuring) - Significant ownership, as it is part of the same corporate group.

Sony Group Corporation - Approximately 1.93%.

Nippon Television Holdings, Inc. - Around 6.86%.

Dwango Co., Ltd. (now merged into Kadokawa) - Previously a major stakeholder before the merger.

Management and Insiders - A portion of shares is held by executives and insiders.

Institutional and Retail Investors - The remaining shares are distributed among institutional investors and the public.

For the most precise and up-to-date ownership breakdown, you should refer to Kadokawa's latest financial reports or shareholder disclosures, as ownership percentages can change over time due to stock transactions or corporate actions.
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Exactly how much in US dollars does Sony own with their Kadokawa stock? What does their 1.93% translate to in US dollars?

To calculate the exact value of Sony's 1.93% stake in Kadokawa Corporation in US dollars, we need two key pieces of information:

Kadokawa Corporation's market capitalization (total value of all its shares).

The current exchange rate between the Japanese Yen (JPY) and the US Dollar (USD).

As of my last update in October 2023, I don't have real-time market data or Kadokawa's exact market capitalization. However, I can guide you through the calculation process:

Step 1: Find Kadokawa's Market Cap
You can find Kadokawa's market capitalization by checking financial platforms like Bloomberg, Yahoo Finance, or the Tokyo Stock Exchange website. For example, if Kadokawa's market cap is ¥500 billion, this is the total value of the company.

Step 2: Calculate Sony's Stake
Sony owns 1.93% of Kadokawa. To find the value of this stake:

Value of Sony’s Stake (JPY)
=
Kadokawa’s Market Cap
×
0.0193
Value of Sony’s Stake (JPY)=Kadokawa’s Market Cap×0.0193
For example, if Kadokawa's market cap is ¥500 billion:

Value of Sony’s Stake
=
500
,
000
,
000
,
000
×
0.0193
=
9
,
650
,
000
,
000
JPY
Value of Sony’s Stake=500,000,000,000×0.0193=9,650,000,000 JPY
Step 3: Convert JPY to USD
Use the current exchange rate to convert the value to US dollars. For example, if the exchange rate is 1 USD = 150 JPY:

Value of Sony’s Stake (USD)
=
9
,
650
,
000
,
000
JPY
150
≈
64
,
333
,
333
USD
Value of Sony’s Stake (USD)=
150
9,650,000,000 JPY
​
≈64,333,333 USD
Final Note
To get the exact value, you need:

Kadokawa's current market cap.

The latest JPY/USD exchange rate.

You can find these details on financial news websites or stock market platforms. Let me know if you'd like further assistance!
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I know 1.93% doesn't sound like much, but that's still a lot of weight in cash to throw around for some decision making.