If you’ve been wondering how Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion plans to raise the stakes from its predecessor, the latest gameplay trailer might be your answer. Marvelous Games has kicked off a brand-new video series, and the first entry, titled “Combat Basic,s” gives us our best look yet at the fast-paced, mech-fuelled warfare players will face when the game drops on 5 September 2025 for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Windows PC via Steam.
This isn’t just a teaser filled with cinematic flair. The video breaks down core mechanics, Arsenal weapon customisation, tactical choices, and even throws in a few hulking boss battles to keep your adrenaline spiked. Whether you’re a returning Reclaimer or gearing up for your first sortie, Titanic Scion looks like it’s leaning hard into player agency and battlefield adaptability.
Arsenal upgrades and tactical depth
Titanic Scion, trailer focuses on the Arsenal, the customisable mech suit that’s your main tool for survival. This time around, it’s not just about raw firepower. Each weapon comes with unique secondary effects, giving you meaningful decisions both before and during combat. Swapping out gear can give you speed boosts, utility tools, or defensive shields perfect for countering the unpredictable horrors that roam this scorched planet.
The video also touches on mobility, evasive techniques, and teamwork strategies, teasing a gameplay loop that’s as much about preparation as it is about precision. From vertical rocket dodges to mid-air lock-on assaults, Titanic Scion feels like it’s doubling down on the exhilarating, kinetic movement that made the first game such a blast to play.
From the minds of Kenichiro Tsukuda and Shoji Kawamori
With Kenichiro Tsukuda at the helm and iconic mechanical designer Shoji Kawamori returning, Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion is shaping up to be more than just a sequel; it’s a full evolution of the series. This new chapter explores darker themes, introduces massive Axiom bosses, and places a heavy focus on humanity’s desperate fight for freedom. It’s brutal, stylish, and shaping up to be one of 2025’s most exciting mech action games.
Get caught up with the original at 80% off
In the lead-up to launch, Marvelous Games is giving fans a chance to dive into the original Daemon X Machina for a fraction of the price. Until 12 May, the first game is available for just $9.99 (around £8), a hefty 80% discount. If you’ve never experienced the series’ mix of anime-style mech combat and apocalyptic storytelling, now’s the time to jump in, especially with online co-op and PVP modes still alive and kicking.
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