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"Rise of the Robots" is a fighting game that was released for the Sega Game Gear among other platforms in the mid-1990s. Developed by Mirage Studios and published by Acclaim Entertainment, the game stood out due to its ambitious use of pre-rendered 3D graphics, which was cutting-edge at the time. The game is set in a dystopian future where players control a cyborg, known simply as the ECO35-2, or "Coton," who must fight through a series of robots that have overrun the Electrocorp plant. The narrative attempts to blend high-concept science fiction with intense robotic combat, as Coton maneuvers through different levels each guarded by a unique robot adversary designed with specific strengths and combat capabilities.

Despite its advanced graphics and promising premise, "Rise of the Robots" was met with widespread criticism upon release. The game was knocked for its limited number of moves, repetitive gameplay, and a combat system that felt clunky and unrewarding. Each robot opponent, while visually distinct, did not offer enough variety in tactics, making fights feel predictable and mechanical in an undesired sense. The AI was also noted for lacking sophistication, which significantly reduced the game’s challenge and replay value. On the Game Gear, the title was further hampered by the limitations of the platform, leading to downgraded visuals and sound which impaired the overall experience. Although it originally garnered attention due to its graphics and the novelty of its robotic characters, "Rise of the Robots" ultimately serves as a reminder of how ambitious technological integration into gaming, without equally robust gameplay mechanics, might not always yield a successfully engaging game.

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