Mega Man X Legacy Collection
Play the first four Mega Man X adventures, using dashes, wall jumps and weapons taken from defeated bosses. X Challenge adds encounters against paired bosses with a selectable weapon loadout.
- AI score · out of 10
- 8.5 / 10
About this game
Mega Man X Legacy Collection brings together Mega Man X, X2, X3 and X4. Guide X through their action stages, combine dashes with wall jumps, and acquire weapons by defeating Maverick bosses. Those weapons expand the tools available as you work through each adventure. The collection also includes X Challenge, where two bosses attack together and you can bring three boss weapons into battle. Alongside the games, a museum presents illustrations, production art, music and merchandise. Rookie Hunter mode offers a lower-difficulty option, while visual filters let you change how the included games are displayed.
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AI review
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A focused collection for players who enjoy movement practice and experimenting with boss weapons.
Dashes, wall jumps and acquired weapons give players several tools to combine, making the collection a plausible fit for those who enjoy refining their approach. X Challenge changes the problem from facing a boss alone to managing a pair, with weapon selection adding preparation before the fight.
Strengths
- Movement abilities and acquired weapons can support experimentation beyond simply attacking from one position.
- Paired bosses give familiar enemies a different tactical context.
Weaknesses
- X Challenge may be less appealing if you prefer learning one enemy pattern at a time.
Who it is for: Players interested in action-platforming practice, boss-weapon choices and the artwork and music surrounding the early X games.
Play notes: This collection's included adventures are Mega Man X through Mega Man X4.
View scoring basis
| Dimension | Review state | Score | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimension Separate adventures and the dedicated X Challenge mode offer distinct goals, making the collection suitable for players who prefer choosing their next challenge. | Reviewed | 8.3 / 10 | Not provided |
| Dimension Combining wall jumps and dashes with acquired weapons can reward players who like adjusting both positioning and attack choice. | Reviewed | 8.9 / 10 | Not provided |
| Dimension The museum's art and music can make the collection more rewarding for players interested in how the series looks and sounds beyond combat. | Reviewed | 8.5 / 10 | Not provided |
| Dimension Rookie Hunter mode and display filters provide useful ways to tailor the experience, with both Joy-Con and Pro Controller supported. | Reviewed | 7.7 / 10 | Not provided |
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Core information
- Developer
- CAPCOM
- Publisher
- CAPCOM
- Release date
- 2018
- Platforms
- Nintendo Switch
- Content kind
- Game
- Release state
- Released
- Region
- Worldwide
- Official website
- Not provided
- Offline minimum players
- Not provided
- Offline maximum players
- Not provided
- Online minimum players
- Not provided
- Online maximum players
- Not provided
- Categories
- Shooter · Primary genre
- Tags
- Solo-friendly3D GraphicsShootingLinear LevelsReplayableDodgeThird PersonMain Story Under 10 HoursPlayer versus EnvironmentFast-paced
- Supported game languages
- Not provided
- Requires base game
- Not provided
- Standalone
- Not provided
- Age ratings
- Not provided
- Play modes
- Single player
- Perspectives
- Side view
Release editions
- Nintendo SwitchWorldwide2018
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Sources
- ec.nintendo.comSource revision: 1
- ec.nintendo.com