Namco Bandai has announced release dates for From Software's latest giant robot combat series Armored Core V.

From Software promises revolutionary changes to the series in Armored Core V including new mode with large team skirmishes and mechs which customised tactically to introduce a more strategic element to the game.

Eiichi Nakajima studio head at said: "Gamers have been eagerly anticipating the release of Armored Core V, which will bring strategic mech combat to new heights. With cooperative missions, a persistent world battling for territories and epic team battles, Armored Core V is the complete package."

Armoured Core V is due out on and PlayStation 3 in North America on March the 20th and on March the 23rd.

By Ewan Aiton