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Review of Mega Man X3 on PlayStation

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Apr 1996
Cover image of Mega Man X3 on PlayStation
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: PlayStation PlayStation logo
Released: 26 Apr 1996
Genre: Action, Platformer
Developer: Capcom
Publisher: Capcom

Introduction

Welcome to the future, where robots have free will and humans are probably regretting giving them that much independence! Dive into the pixelated chaos that is Mega Man X3, a game so intense, even your couch might want to grab a controller. Forget college—that can wait while you take on the role of the legendary X. GRAB THE CHALICE OF GAMING and prepare for a bumpy ride!

Gameplay

You already know the drill: choose from a buffet of eight stages, each crawling with more robots than a silicon convention. Whether you prefer dashing through a giant aquarium or wall-jumping your way through a robotics factory, X3 doesn't judge! You’ll face Maverick bosses at the end of each level, who drop sweet, sweet special weapons you can use in your quest for glory—or just to look cool at parties. New to the party? Zero, X’s blue-haired buddy, can be called in for backup (but watch out—if he takes a dirt nap, he’s out for the rest of the game!). Who doesn’t want to be a hero who can call for help? Now you can multitask like a champion while simultaneously button-smashing bad guys into scrap metal! The power-ups are back, too—grab Heart Tanks and Sub Tanks to boost your health and keep you blasting through levels like a caffeinated kangaroo.

Graphics

Visually, Mega Man X3 is like a love letter to the SNES era, with beautifully animated backgrounds that make you wish your everyday life looked that good (sorry, real world!). The graphics vibe is more vibrant than a peacock in a paint factory, and the neat use of the Cx4 chip transforms some moments into a 3D digital wonderland. The game pops like a neon sign advertising 'cool'. Even the sprites scream ‘LOOK AT ME! I AM GLORIOUS!’ If aesthetics could win awards, Mega Man X3 would be strutting the red carpet, glinting like a newly polished trophy.

Conclusion

Mega Man X3 may be the last blast for the 16-bit generation, but it’s not going out quietly. Bringing both glorious nostalgia and innovative features, this game feels like a warm hug from your childhood (the kind that immediately reminds you of all the hand-cramping sessions your thumbs went through). While it might feel a tad too familiar for veterans, there’s no denying its charm. So, boot up that PlayStation, grab a pack of snacks, and get ready to save the world from rogue robots. Just remember: the future of human-robot relations may depend on you—and an infinite number of restarts. Game on!

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