Review of Robot Jox (1990) by Simon P — 12 Aug 2008

I liked it, despite it's bare plot and middling acting. Made me want to play Battletech or Mechwarrior right away.

This review of Robot Jox (1990) was written by Simon P on 12 Aug 2008.

Robot Jox has generally received mixed reviews.

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