Mega Man X

When Capcom's mascot character was updated for the next console generation, he received a hard-rock boost as well as a slew of new abilities. Mega Man X was a new version of the character, with a sidekick named Zero and a plot greatly influenced by the sci-fi classic Blade Runner. X and Zero were Maverick Hunters, an elite force of sentient robots created to eliminate Mavericks—fellow robots that violated robotics norms by injuring humans.

Mega Man has always been known for its tough-as-nails action platforming, and Mega Man X improved on that by making it quicker and tighter, with the ability to sprint and charge your shots. It was a significant update that contributed to one of the finest action games of the era, much like X himself.

Release date: 1993

Platforms: PC game, Super Nintendo Entertainment System

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