This is on the sega genesis but I honestly can't remember the name of it. Used to play this often in college. It was only 1 v 1 for pvp though so that's a nice upgrade. The A.I. for it was crap too so I'm glad they fixed that.
I figured you'd love this game. I thought you'd find a flaw to blow out of proportion, but was disappointed. Not! Such a fun fun game.
I personally found this title via Husky's voluminous SC2 videos. YouTube kept recommending his AirMech PvP vids along the right side of the screen.
If there are enough Level 10 referrals, something new will be designed in your honor. Something like a new cosmetic / combat item for 250 high level referrals, a new pilot at 500, and a new Mech skin at 1000. Hopefully you get one of your own!