Lan Hikari
A young NetNavi operator who investigates the Net crisis and directs MegaMan.EXE.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
D-Pad | Move Lan or MegaMan.EXE |
|---|---|
A | Interact, examine objects, and confirm selections |
B | Cancel selections or use the MegaBuster in battle |
L | Open the Custom Screen during battle |
R | Access the PET or related menu functions |
Control notes
Battle controls and some field functions can vary by context.
The supplied platform is the Game Boy Advance version.
How it plays
How does Mega Man Battle Network 3: Blue Version play?
Players guide Lan through towns, facilities, and computer networks from a top-down perspective. MegaMan.EXE explores cyberspace, talks to characters, solves environmental puzzles, and fights viruses in real time on a six-by-three battle grid.
At the start of each battle, the Custom Screen provides a limited selection of BattleChips. Chips supply attacks, recovery, support effects, and transformations, while the MegaBuster remains available between selections. Progression comes from story events, new chips, NaviCust programs, Style Changes, and optional areas. The game includes a main campaign, side quests, secret areas, and competitive or collectible challenges.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Mega Man Battle Network 3: Blue Version?
Build a focused folder instead of filling it with unrelated chips. Use chips that share codes so more selections can be combined during one Custom Screen cycle.
Learn enemy attack patterns and keep moving around the grid. Save strong chips for openings, use AreaGrab-style effects to control space, and upgrade MegaMan through the NaviCust without violating its placement rules. Explore optional networks after major story milestones for stronger chips and secret bosses.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
MegaMan.EXE
Lan's partner NetNavi and the playable hero in cyberspace.
Mayl Sakurai
Lan's friend and the operator of Roll.EXE.
Dex Oyama
Lan's friend and the operator of GutsMan.EXE.
Yai Ayano
Lan's wealthy, technically skilled friend and the operator of Glyde.EXE.
Chaud Blaze
A skilled NetBattler and the operator of ProtoMan.EXE.
ProtoMan.EXE
Chaud's disciplined and powerful partner NetNavi.
Bass.EXE
A dangerous independent NetNavi connected to the game's secret challenges.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Keep several recovery chips in the folder and avoid relying only on MegaBuster damage.
- 2
Check new network branches and revisit older areas after story events.
- 3
Use the practice and optional battle content to learn enemy patterns before tackling secret bosses.
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