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A Maverick Hunter and the primary playable hero, armed with a buster and able to acquire enemy weapons.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Arrow Keys | Move, climb ladders, and select menu options. |
|---|---|
A | Jump. |
B | Fire the buster or attack with Zero's saber. |
Start | Pause the game and confirm menu selections. |
Select | Move between menu choices where supported. |
Control notes
The supplied platform is listed as Game Boy Color because Mega Man Xtreme was released for that system.
Button functions can vary slightly between regional manuals and menu screens.
How it plays
How does Mega Man Xtreme play?
The game uses a side-view perspective. X or Zero moves through individual stages, defeats enemies, collects power-ups, and reaches a boss chamber. Stage hazards include pits, moving platforms, ladders, and environmental obstacles.
Defeating bosses grants special weapons. X can also charge his buster and use armor-related abilities when available, while Zero focuses on close-range saber attacks. Progression centers on selecting stages, learning boss weaknesses, and clearing the main scenario.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Mega Man Xtreme?
Learn the boss weakness cycle instead of relying only on the charged shot. Explore each stage for health, weapon-energy, and armor-related upgrades before attempting difficult boss rematches.
Use X's wall slide and dash to control landings, and use Zero's saber at close range only when the enemy's movement is predictable. Preserve sub-tanks for boss encounters or difficult platforming sections.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Zero
X's fellow Maverick Hunter and an alternate playable character who specializes in close-range saber combat.
Sigma
The central antagonist associated with the Maverick crisis.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Search side paths for upgrades and recovery items.
- 2
Use boss weaknesses to shorten difficult encounters.
- 3
Practice wall-jumping before tackling stages with vertical shafts.
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