Armored Core 6 Helicopter Boss Fight Guide

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The game’s mechanics may feel unfamiliar to most players just getting into the Armored Core series. That makes the HC Helicopter look more challenging than it is.

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Follow this Armored Core 6 guide to understand better the HC Helicopter and how to beat it.

HC HELICOPTER – MAIN ATTACKS The HC Helicopter does not have any complicated moveset. In fact, players must mostly look out for the missiles. You will see it coming once you notice the red boxes near the HC Helicopter’s lower part accompanied by a particular sound effect.

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The HC Helicopter has another variant of a missile barrage attack. You’ll see the Helicopter launching waves of missiles from its sides. Keeping an eye on its launchers will help you determine their path.

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Besides the two missile-based attacks, the HC Helicopter has no dangerous weapons. The Helicopter will constantly strafe around and use its machine gun.

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HOW TO BEAT THE HC HELICOPTER IN ARMORED CORE 6 Similar to Sekiro, enemies stagger once their impact meter fills up. The way to do that is to maintain continuous assault. Once an enemy is staggered, your Armored Core can deal free damage for a short while.

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Arguably, the best way to begin the Helicopter boss fight is to attack it with your blade as soon as it enters the arena. Once that’s done, try to keep up with the Helicopter by staying under it.

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Ideally, you’d want to utilize your blade attack heavily in this boss fight. The Helicopter will keep changing positions, so be aware of it.

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Armored Core 6 Helicopter Boss Fight Guide

The game’s mechanics may feel unfamiliar to most players just getting into the Armored Core series. That makes the HC Helicopter look more challenging than it is.

Follow this Armored Core 6 guide to understand better the HC Helicopter and how to beat it.

HC HELICOPTER – MAIN ATTACKS The HC Helicopter does not have any complicated moveset. In fact, players must mostly look out for the missiles. You will see it coming once you notice the red boxes near the HC Helicopter’s lower part accompanied by a particular sound effect.

The HC Helicopter has another variant of a missile barrage attack. You’ll see the Helicopter launching waves of missiles from its sides. Keeping an eye on its launchers will help you determine their path.

Besides the two missile-based attacks, the HC Helicopter has no dangerous weapons. The Helicopter will constantly strafe around and use its machine gun.

HOW TO BEAT THE HC HELICOPTER IN ARMORED CORE 6 Similar to Sekiro, enemies stagger once their impact meter fills up. The way to do that is to maintain continuous assault. Once an enemy is staggered, your Armored Core can deal free damage for a short while.

Arguably, the best way to begin the Helicopter boss fight is to attack it with your blade as soon as it enters the arena. Once that’s done, try to keep up with the Helicopter by staying under it.

Ideally, you’d want to utilize your blade attack heavily in this boss fight. The Helicopter will keep changing positions, so be aware of it.

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