Summary
As far as parts are concerned, the Head parts inArmored Core 6are not really that important; they give passable stats and most players will just choose the Head part for their ACs based on aesthetics. However, Head parts still provide some impact to an AC’s defenses, weapon aiming, tracking, and movement speed.
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Having the best Head part for one’s AC inArmored Core 6is still essential, especially for those who like to maximize each Frame part to getthe most out of their ACs. However, some Head parts are better than others, and with many options to choose from, players may struggle to uncoverthe best Head part to use in their AC build.
The following Head parts are chosen as the best in terms of the stats they provide for overall AC builds.
1250
191
169
192
370
68
340
14.4
4600
EN Load
95
For people who value function over fashion when it comes tobuilding their ACs, the AH-J-124 BASHO is the ideal Head part for their mechs. It sports the second-highest Anti-Kinetic and highest Anti-Explosive Defense stats among all head parts, as well as boasting the highest AP at 1250.
However, it does struggle in Recovery and Weight and has subpar Attitude Stability stats. Also, when judging from aesthetics, the BASHO looks like a retro-inspired bot head that is often used for mechs specializing in construction, which is what its in-game description alludes to.
880
150
183
172
521
100
530
3260
177
The VP-44D is an excellent Head part for those planning on building an AC that has decent defensive stats and great Attitude Stability. This Head part has the highest Attitude Stability with 521, which makes ACs equipped with it harder to stagger. It also has decent to good overall defense and AP, with a surprisingly high Anti-Energy Defense stat.
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As far as weight, the VP-44D is a bit on the heavier side. Building an AC with this Head part will typically confine players to play with mostly middleweight mechs or specific lightweight builds. Looks-wise, its design is an almost spherical, conventional robotic head, complete with antennae. The aesthetic can be placedin any AC buildto make it look more like a respectable robot.
990
160
189
186
480
132
550
4.8
4330
233
For players that fancy designing an AC that looks like an armored beetle and actually has great overall defensive stats, the IA-C01H: EPHEMERA is the best Head part for their builds. It has the highest Anti-Energy Defense at 189 to go with a high 186 Anti-Explosive Defense and a respectable Anti-Kinetic Defense at 160 on top of 990 AP.
The EPHEMERA has decent Attitude Stability, System Recovery, and Scan Distance, but is one of the heavier Head parts with 4330. As far as looks go, the alien-insect design is sure to win over players who want torun an insectoid ACduring the main game or on PVP.
1130
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170
187
322
55
270
3.0
3800
102
The HC-3000 WRECKER is another Head part that focuses onfunction over how it looks. It has high AP and defensive stats, most notably having the highest Anti-Kinetic Defense at 200. This makes ACs that have this Head part take more damage, especially against enemies that are running Kinetic-based weapons.
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It does lack Attitude Stability and mightily struggles with System Recovery, though. Its weight also teeters between middleweight and heavyweight AC builds. Aesthetically, the WRECKER’s design feels like its purpose could best be served inside a factory that handles steelwork or welding. In some cases, this look can become awe-inspiring, but it does come across as a bit boxy compared to other Head part designs.
1040
167
181
166
435
154
700
18.0
4320
265
Players looking for the best scanning Head part should give the VE-44B a try. It has the highest Scan Distance and Scan Effect Duration in the game at 700 and 18 seconds, respectively, while also having good defensive stats. Its 1040 AP is decent, and it has a great Anti-Energy Defense at 181, which is ideal for tanking Energy Weapons. Its Attitude Stability stats are passable, and it has great System Recovery, but its Weight makes it one of the heavier Head parts inArmored Core 6.
The scanning perks give players a better view of the battlefield in terms of determining where enemies are located, as well as if there areany hidden treasures and logsin the Mission Mode. On the design side, the VE-44B has a very out-of-this-world build; it kind of looks like an alien with hammerhead features. In most cases, middleweight ACs should run this Head part due to its heftiness.
Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubiconis available for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
