Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Vol. 1

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User Score
4.5

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 35 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 35
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 35
  3. Negative: 19 out of 35

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  1. Waxmang
    May 15, 2023
    10
    This collection came out really good. I'm really happy with it and I hope the sales translate to more content.
  2. Boomermav
    Apr 18, 2023
    9
    The Battle Network collection is for switch is a fantastic rerelease of the Blue Bomber's spin off series from the early 2000s. Capcom has built up and included so many features and extra content that was only ever available to the fanbase through cheating these passed two decades. And with online added to the games, this collection is a true love letter to all of the diehard fans such asThe Battle Network collection is for switch is a fantastic rerelease of the Blue Bomber's spin off series from the early 2000s. Capcom has built up and included so many features and extra content that was only ever available to the fanbase through cheating these passed two decades. And with online added to the games, this collection is a true love letter to all of the diehard fans such as myself.

    So far, I've been enjoying replaying these games from my childhood, but I'm not under the delusion that they are perfect games. BN & BN4 are a slog to play through for varying reasons, but BN3 has an incredible story and polished mechanics, and BN6 has the most refined and balanced combat of all of them.

    It is disappointing that Capcom did not correct the poor translation errors in the English ports of the games, as some of them (especially BN4) are egregious. There's maintaining the original art, and then there's just being complacent with clear, obvious errors. Thankfully, they have addressed the few game bugs and crash issues the cartridges had back in the day.

    To fans of the originals, this game is a fantastic product that could have been better for a few minor reasons. To newcomers of the series, pick up Vol.1 or Vol.2, since the digital copies are split and half cost. Try out either 3 or 6, and see how you like the series.    … Expand
  3. Dogstomp
    Jun 23, 2023
    8
    I had a blast playing through these games, but they still feel like games from the era they were originally made. While the combat and chip collecting is fantastic, the first and second games could have really used some polishing touches, for instance, I often found myself with no meaningful direction on where to find objectives. Access to walkthroughs on the internet are all that keptI had a blast playing through these games, but they still feel like games from the era they were originally made. While the combat and chip collecting is fantastic, the first and second games could have really used some polishing touches, for instance, I often found myself with no meaningful direction on where to find objectives. Access to walkthroughs on the internet are all that kept those moments bearable. Confusing maps and excessive backtracking made the first and second games a little painful to navigate.
    The third, I simply have no complaints about. Loved it.    … Expand

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80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 4 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. Worth Playing
    Apr 12, 2023
    75
    As a compilation, Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection is fairly well done. The gameplay concept works not only as an alternative for a standard Mega Man title but also as an action/strategy title. Combined with the deck-building elements, it makes the game resonate with a modern audience, and the extras are sure to please any fan. Players will wish that the series weren't so repetitive over the years, as that doesn't play out as well for a title like this compared to a straight action-platformer.
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  2. The Mako Reactor
    Apr 12, 2023
    85
    Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection on PC and Steam Deck is one of Capcom's best collections despite the few issues in its current state. Even for newcomers, this is an easy recommendation.
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  3. TheSixthAxis
    Apr 12, 2023
    80
    The Mega Man Battle Network series was a huge part of my childhood, but now I get to appreciate these card-collection tactical RPGs from a whole new perspective. While some of these entries are mostly fun nostalgia trips, most of them hold up just as well today, and the restored content from the Patch Cards alongside the robust online functionality make this collection the definitive way to experience the series.
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