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Mech Showdown — First things to do when you join
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About
OverviewMech Showdown is a robot combat game where you pilot a customized mech, transforming it into different shapes and weapons to fight other players. This guide covers the controls, how to hold your own in a fight, how to pick a mech that suits you, and how to keep improving without spending anything.
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Contents
01
First things to do when you join
Step
In short
Grab your free taunt emote before you do anything else, then check your controls.
Two quick actions reward you before you even enter a fight. After that, spend a few minutes with the control list so nothing surprises you mid-match.
- Like the game tap the thumbs-up button on the game's page to qualify for the free taunt emote.
- Join the official group go to the group page and hit Join, which completes the requirement for the emote to be handed out.
- Collect your taunt emote once both steps are done, the emote is yours automatically.
- Read the controls match each key to what it does before your first match.
02
PC controls at a glance
TableIn short
Every action in a fight maps to one key or button, so there is nothing to guess.
The game publishes its full PC control set. Learn these before you queue, and you will never waste a moment hunting for the right button during a fight.
| Normal attack | Mouse Left-Click |
| Block | F |
| Dash | Q |
| Evade (while knocked down) | Q |
| Jump | Space |
| Skills | 1, 2, 3, or 4 |
| Ultimate | G |
| Emote | B |
03 Live and upcoming events
Events
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04
Playing with friends and stacking kills
Check
In short
Co-op play and consistent matches are the two levers that drive your kill count and badge progress forward.
The badge list reveals that the game rewards both solo dueling and playing alongside at least one friend.
- Bring at least one friend to unlock the Play with a Friend badge.
- 1v1 matches feed the ranking badges Knight Initiate, Battle Baron, Count of Conquest, Duke of Dom, and Archduke of Dom track your wins from 1 all the way to 1,000.
- Total kills are tracked from 10 up to 1 million, so every match contributes regardless of win or loss.
- Parts destroyed are counted separately and reach into the tens of millions for the longest-running players.
05
Getting better without spending anything
Tips
In short
Skill improvement matters more than anything money can buy, and the free emote is yours with two taps.
The game is free to play on PC, phone, and tablet. The taunt emote costs nothing beyond a like and a group join.
Tips worth knowing
- The free taunt emote is unlocked just by liking the game and joining the group — do it the first day.
- Repetition is the fastest teacher: more matches mean better reads on opponent patterns.
Glossary
Glossary- Mech
- The robot you pilot in battle, custom-built to transform into different shapes and weapons.
- Ultimate
- A special move activated with G.
- Skill
- A mech-specific ability triggered by keys 1 through 4.
- Evade
- A defensive move performed by pressing Q while knocked down.
- Block
- Pressing F to defend against an incoming attack.
- Taunt emote
- A free cosmetic animation awarded for liking the game and joining the official group.
- Season
- A timed update cycle that adds new mechs and changes to the game — Season 4 introduced Tetsu Oni.
Common questions
FAQHow do I get the free emote?
Like the game using the thumbs-up on its page and then join the official group. Both steps together trigger the taunt emote to be handed out automatically.
Can I play with friends?
Yes. There is a badge specifically for playing alongside at least one friend. Invite someone and join the same server.
What are the 1v1 win badges?
The badges step up at 1, 10, 100, 500, and 1,000 wins.
Does the game work on my phone?
Mech Showdown is playable on PC, smartphones, and tablets. The control layout on a touchscreen differs from the keyboard-and-mouse setup.
Updated Oct 2, 2026
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Game updates can change what is on this page. If you spot something, get in touch and let us know.
