Vent
A courier and one of the two playable protagonists. He becomes a Mega Man by synchronizing with Biometal.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
D-pad | Move and navigate menus |
|---|---|
A | Jump |
B | Dash |
Y | Fire the equipped weapon |
Control notes
The Nintendo DS touch screen is used for interface and map functions.
Exact weapon-switch and form-specific inputs can vary by context.
How it plays
How does Mega Man ZX play?
Players choose Vent or Aile, then explore large connected areas from a side-scrolling perspective. Missions are selected from the central settlement, and objectives include rescuing civilians, investigating incidents, defeating Mavericks, and securing new Biometals.
The protagonist can fire the Model X Buster, jump, dash, climb walls, and transform into additional forms. Defeated bosses provide Biometals that unlock new abilities and weapons. Exploration frequently returns to earlier areas, where newly acquired powers open alternate routes, hidden items, and optional challenges.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Mega Man ZX?
Explore each area thoroughly after obtaining a new Biometal. Revisit previously blocked passages to collect Sub Tanks, life upgrades, and other permanent improvements.
Use the map and mission markers to reduce backtracking. Study boss attack patterns, switch forms when a weakness is apparent, and conserve energy for charged attacks or difficult encounters.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Aile
A courier and the other playable protagonist. Her story follows the same central conflict with some different dialogue and events.
Giro
Vent and Aile’s employer and mentor, who uses Model Z and guides them at the beginning of the adventure.
Serpent
The president of Slither Inc. and a central figure in the plot surrounding the Biometals.
Prairie
The commander of the Guardians, an organization working to protect humans and Reploids.
Prometheus
A powerful Mega Man who serves as one of the game’s recurring antagonists.
Pandora
Prometheus’s partner and another important rival encountered during the story.
Model X
A Biometal that grants the protagonist the ability to use the X form and its charged buster.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Use wall jumps and dashes together to reach narrow ledges and alternate routes.
- 2
Return to earlier missions after gaining new forms; many upgrades are intentionally gated.
- 3
Different Biometal forms change weapon reach, movement, and boss matchups.
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