What it is
A 32-bit X game with separate X and Zero campaigns, sharper anime presentation, and some of the sub-series' best action.
Releases & editions
| Platform | Year | Edition | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| PlayStation | 1997 | Standard | JP |
| PlayStation | 1997 | Standard | NA |
| Sega Saturn | 1997 | Standard | JP |
| PC | 1998 | Standard | — |
| Switch | 2018 | Mega Man X Legacy Collection | — |
Where it sits for newcomers
Start here
The best later X entry once you want Zero as a fully playable action character.
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