Mega Man X5

 PlayStation
  • Publisher: Capcom
  • Release Date: Feb 1, 2001
  • Also On: PC
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  • Summary: The year is 21XX and the chaos of the Reploid Wars has passed. Lunar colonization is at its peak. The largest colony, Eurasia, is unexpectedly taken over by an unknown band of galactic terrorists. It's artificial gravity device has been hacked and Eurasia is now on a collision course withThe year is 21XX and the chaos of the Reploid Wars has passed. Lunar colonization is at its peak. The largest colony, Eurasia, is unexpectedly taken over by an unknown band of galactic terrorists. It's artificial gravity device has been hacked and Eurasia is now on a collision course with Earth. The only way to stop it is to deploy and ancient beam cannon, Codename: Enigma. Join Mega Man X and his pal, Zero as they race against time to collect the necessary parts to restart Enigma, prevent total annihilation and save life on Earth!… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. GamePro
    100
    It's classic side-scrolling action like it was originally designed to be played. The two selectable characters and brain-spraining puzzles mean you'll get more than your money's worth in replay value.
  2. IGN
    85
    This is 2D action gaming at its best and I'll take this over almost any 3D adventure game or platformer any day of the week.
  3. PSX Nation
    84
    Solid and consistent. If you loved 4 then you're almost certain to love 5. On the other hand if you've always hated Megaman then move on as this is truly more of the same.
  4. Game Revolution
    75
    A fun game. It's classic Mega Man, a formulaic game that sticks to the same ground rules, but still works. And getting back into the familiar 2D groove just felt really good, especially with the gameplay refinements.
  5. GameSpot
    71
    Fans of the classic 2D games will no doubt find much to love in X5, while those who can't get into the aging conventions and mechanics probably won't care a great deal for it.
  6. Happy Puppy
    70
    It's a bit of a step backwards, taking the more exploratory 3D incarnations into consideration. Still, if you're looking for some chaotic old-school 2D side-scrolling mayhem, it's worth checking out.
  7. CNET Gamecenter
    60
    Nothing more than a fun, nostalgic 2D platforming romp that will only appeal to true hard-core fans.
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 37
  3. Negative: 4 out of 37
  1. Chris5667
    Dec 28, 2017
    10
    Simply Epic, Megaman X5 It is not only the best game of this Franchise for me, but It is also one of the best games I have ever played. ItsSimply Epic, Megaman X5 It is not only the best game of this Franchise for me, but It is also one of the best games I have ever played. Its characters, storyline, gameplay, armors, soundtrack, everything is simply amazing. I love this game.… Expand
  2. DarbyJ.
    Sep 19, 2005
    10
    Although X4 is great, X5 is much better. I remember when this first came out, and I was all over it. Beat it 100% in a week.
  4. Corylegacy
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    Amazing game,one of the best games I already played and i replay over and over again in years.
  5. fernandinands
    Dec 20, 2015
    9
    Challenging, have the 2nd best history of the MMX series. Graphics evolved a little than X4, but haves more content and gives more liberty toChallenging, have the 2nd best history of the MMX series. Graphics evolved a little than X4, but haves more content and gives more liberty to the player beat the game the way he wants, that's what make it the 3rd best game of MMX series.… Expand
  6. Emanuekis
    May 8, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Esse jogo é incrível eu sei que tem fase difícil pra cacete mas a história é bom e demais eu goste dos personagens e os chefões são bons e os finais são bons e eu gostes de alterna com X e Zero achei bacana o que eles fizeram e pra min e o melhor jogo de mega man X… Expand
  7. VioIrdsGX
    May 1, 2023
    8
    The fifth installment of X is "Good" (Decent), I played it on PlayStation 3 and Legacy Collection 2, it has a good soundtrack and some bossThe fifth installment of X is "Good" (Decent), I played it on PlayStation 3 and Legacy Collection 2, it has a good soundtrack and some boss designs, the problem is that the game for me personally is very random and I speak Of the endings, this game is supposed to have 3 endings (Good Ending X, Good Ending Zero, Bad Ending) but as I mentioned that it was random to me it is because I got the pure Bad Ending, and if I had met the requirements to get the Good endings, but what happened to this game? I don't understand it. Ignoring that, it is necessary to clarify that the viruses that are on the maps went too far in defeating us and it is difficult to overcome them, but their story is good, including Zero's death.… Expand
  8. Masterjake43
    May 11, 2022
    0
    This Game is fu*king sucks and fu*king HORRIBLE.The controls are super clunky,and the boss fights are pretty hard,and when i go the firstThis Game is fu*king sucks and fu*king HORRIBLE.The controls are super clunky,and the boss fights are pretty hard,and when i go the first stage you do climb up the wall when i got the ladder part.… Expand

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Awards & Rankings

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#12 Best PS1 Game of 2001
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#3 Most Discussed PS1 Game of 2001
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#9 Most Shared PS1 Game of 2001