Alright, with this likely being capable of being the best Mega Man game ever, I thought it was a good idea to have a thread :P
The Story
History and the World
Centuries have passed since the destruction of Neo Arcadia and the Defeat of Dr. Weil; reploids and human beings now live in peace with one another. Over time, Humans gained mechanical bodies as well, while Reploids gained finite lifespans, bringing the gap betwixt the two smaller than ever.
Now though, there is still danger in the world. The areas safe for humans to live is known as the Inner. In Inner, people live and work safe from berserk machine life forms known infamously as Mavericks. The dangerous areas where Mavericks roam free is known simply as Outer. It is not permitted to venture out into these areas due to their danger. Due to the Mavericks' activities in Outer, exchange between the nations of the world has been hampered.
However, due to the Slither, Inc., whom excavates the lost treasures of the past hidden in Outer's ruins, mankind has managed to live a peaceful life.
The CharactersVent and Aile
The main characters of the story. Humans who lost their mother in an Maverick attack when they were small children, they work for Girouette at Girouette Express as delivery people. During a mission to transport two Biometals, Vent/Aile and Girouette are attacked, forcing Vent/Aile to escape with the X Biometal. By using it and performing Rock On, they become Mega Man Model X.
Girouette
The head of Girouette Express. Not much is known about him right now, aside from that and that he is Vent and Aile's senior. He uses the Z Biometal to fight as Model Z. Seems to be called "Giro" in the US Version
Prairie
The leader of the guardians. She is the one who hires Girouette to bring the Guards two Biometals, Model X and Model Z.
Serpent
The President of the Slither, Inc., he is well liked by many. It was through his company that much of the old technology was recovered from Outer. However, there is something suspicious about the peace he has brought…
Pandora and Prometheus
Pandora and Promethus are two mysterious figures. While Pandora is meek and does not often express her emotions, her companion Prometheus is confident and ambitious. Prometheus cuts down his foes with his scythe and wields hellish fires and seems to be testing the power of Vent/Aile, while Pandora uses the elements of Ice and electricity via her two Options, and enjoys to toy with her opponent.
The Guards/Guardian
On the frontier of the Inner, it is the Guards who defend the civilians from attacks by Mavericks. They're headquarters is the giant flying vessel "Guardian Base." They are lead by Prairie after the disappearance of their previous leader in the Outer.
Girouette Express
The delivery service operated by Girouette. It is said that they'll deliver just about anything, even if it's not legal.
Slither, Inc.
The corporation that is the lifeline of the cities. Through the efforts of the Slither, Inc., ancient technology has been reclaimed from the ruins of Outer. It's also known that the company maintains a Mechaniloid army used in the defense against Mavericks.
The FormsLivemetals and R.O.C.K. ON! [Biometals and M.E.G.A. ON!]
Live metals (Biometals in the US version) are the vessels found in the Ruins of Outer which carry the battle experience and memories of beings in the past. Through the R.O.C.K. [Rebirth Of Crystalized Knowledge] System humans may use these Biometals lended abilities to fight in a process known as "R.O.C.K. On" and "Double R.O.C.K. On". However, several of these Biometals have fallen into the hands of Mavericks in the Outer.
The English translation uses "M.E.G.A." instead of "R.O.C.K.". M.E.G.A. stands for "Meta-Encapsulated Granule Awareness"
Model X - Rockman X
The first Biometal Vent/Aile comes into contact with. This Biometal contains the essence of the legendary Rockman X
Weapon: Buster Cannon w/ Double Shot
Abilities:
-Dash
Model Z
Girouette after using the Z Biometal. Not much is known, other than he uses a sword as his weapon and is likely unplayable.
Model ZX - The Ultimate Rockman
The result of Double Rock On with Models X and Z. Possessing the ZX-Saber and ZX-Buster, Vent/Aile is a truly formidable force.
Weapons: ZX-Saber, ZX-Buster
Abilities:
-Dash
Model HX - The Rockman of Wind
Possessing the Essence of the Neo Arcadian Guardian Harpuia, this electric element Biometal bestows the dual sabers Nitouryuu and the ability of flight upon Vent/Aile.
Weapons: Twin Sabers Nitouryuu
Abilities:
-Hover
-Air Dash
Second Screen ability:
-Enemy Analyzing: Using the second screen, you can spot the enemy's weak point (its Biometal). as well as it's name and Health points
Charged Shots:
-Plasma Bit: A charge ball of electricity that will seek out enemies
-Plasma Cyclone: The powered form of Plasma Bit, which creates an electrical tornado
Model PX - The Rockman of Shadow
The essence of the Neo Arcadian Guardian Phantom is housed in this Biometal. With it, Vent/Aile gain ninja abilities and the ability to throw kunai at the enemy.
Weapons: Kunai
Abilities:
-Hanging Wedge: Cling to objects
-Night Scope: the ability to see in the dark
Second Screen ability:
-Radar Scope: Find hidden entrances
(Night Scope and Radar Scope both shown)
Charged Shots:
-Cross Shuriken: throw a cross-shaped shuriken that returns back to Vent/Aile
-Powered up version: allows Vent/Aile to create a barrier to defend from common attacks
Model LX - The Rockman of Water
The Neo Arcadian Guardian Leviathan has her essence stored within this Water element Biometal. It allows for Vent/Aile to swim and dash under water
Weapons: Halberd
Abilities:
-Swim: Swim underwater
-Water Dash: Dash underwater
Second Screen ability:
-Item Searching: locate hidden items within the level
Charged Shots:
-Ice Chunk: Vent/Aile can use the halberd to produce an ice chunk to ride on
-Ice Dragon: Create an ice dragon that will seek out enemies
Model FX - The Rockman of Fire
This Fire Element Biometal houses the being of the Neo Arcadian Guardian Fefnir. Vent/Aile are able to use Knuckle Busters similar to Fefnir's dual cannons, Sodom and Gemorrah
Weapons: Knuckle Busters
Second Screen ability:
-Buster Edit: using the touch screen, you can edit the path that your shots from your Knuckle Busters take
Charged Shots:
-Megaton Crash: Shoot a large fireball
-Ground Break: Send a wave of fire scorching along the ground
-Overdrive Invoke System-
from the official US press release: "Utilizing the Biometal Gauge, power up for a limited time to unleash devastating attacks; however once depleted, players revert to human form"
When invoked, the form's attack power is doubled, as well as being endowed with an elemental effect!
Model HX: Electrify your opponent
Model PX: The
Shadow Dash enables you to Dash through enemies unharmed
Model FX: infuse your shots with flame power!
Model LX: Freeze your opponents!
Falseroids/Pseudoroids
Falseroids, or Pseudoroids in the English, are the Mavericks of Outer possessing Biometals, and are a force to be reckoned with. Also, by defeating a Pseudoroid twice, you can upgrade your Biometals abilities to have new charged shots. Also, based on certain conditions, Pseudoroids can reappear, allowing further chances to gain the abilities they possess.
Luar the Abysroid
Luar resides in the Icy mountain of Area F, in which a Guardian force has become trapped. Possessing the Model L Biometal's data, she has become stronger than before. Her technique involves using the lure on her head to bring in opponents, and then reveals her giant, true form
Fistreo the Predatoroid
In the city of Area G lies Fistreo the Predatoroid, whom calls himself "Carnage." A blaze has been sparked across the city, endangering hte lives of many inhabitants. He has become stronger through the power of the Biometal Model F, but seeks more, and thus has joined forces with someone in a egnimatic plan.
Hivolt the Raptoroid
In the Maverick occupied Serpent Company power facility of Area E lies Hivolt the Raptoroid. This foe uses the data of Biometal Model H, wielding fierce positronic bits for legs, capable of delivering fierce electical attacks and creating attack repelling shields
Purprill the Mandroid
Ten Years ago, the mother of Vent and Aile was killed in an Maverick attack on the fairgrounds of Area H. The instigator? Purprill the Madroid. He remains in this grounds 10 years later, weilding the might of Biometal Model P, enabling him to transform his body into a giant Shuriken. One can only imagine how personal this battle will be for Vent and Aile.
Hurricanu the Wolveroid
While Highvolt wields the Electrical powers of Harpuia, the guardian of Area I wields the power of Winds. From her(?) neck, wrists, ankles and waves, Hurricanu produces Scythe-like waves of energy, powerful enough to produce tornadoes or create a vacuum. It appears in the de-powered Area I, the Mavericks have also kidnapped civilians...
Leganker the Gelroid
In the sea based city of Area J waits the fearsome Leganker. He too uses the power of Biometal L. The central screw of his enormous form is used to draw in prey by creating enormous whirlpools. In addition, Vent and Aile must retrieve a lost data disc belonging to the Guardians
Flammarl the Moleroid
A report of a Biometal carrying Pseudoroid in Area K, the Spings of the lava area, has been filed. The Maverick weilds the power of Biometal Model F, and on his arms wield not just Drills but flame radiators as well. He is capable of moving through the earth at tremendous speed and is doing large-scale excavation work. The Biometal must be recovered!
Protectus the Goaroid
Perhaps one of the most dangerous of the Falseroids, the Maverick found in the Old Lab of Area L possesses a nuclear missile for his core. He is capable of a full 360 range of defense when in he engages his full defense form. Within these labs also resides data on many Biometals, so gather the data!
Technical Finish System
It's already known that to gain the Biometals in the game, you must defeat the Pseudoroids possessing them. However, the process is not that simple. The Biometals present a weakpoint on each Pseudoroid which, if hit, deals them massive damage, but at the price of the Biometal's own strength.
Biometal Level
The levels of Biometals range from Lv. 1 to Lv. 4, based on the damage dealt to the metal in it's aquisition. There is the ability to raise your Biometal's level and repair the damage dealt to it through the use of Energy Crystals. In raising the level, you have more you can use Charged Attacks.
GAME CONNECT
By connecting Zero 3 and/or Zero 4 into the DS while you play, you can fight bosses from the games, and if you beat them, acquire a mysterious Biometal
It would seem the Biometal that can be obtained by defeating all the old bosses (not sure if just one game's set is required or both sets) is:
[realspoiler:cb89bc8cdb]Model OX, with infinite OIS. Take a guess what the "O" means[/realspoiler:cb89bc8cdb]
source: Atomic Fire,
http://www.famitsu.com/game/news/2006/07/05/103,1152087042,56217,0,0.html , game manual, Rockman Perfect Memories (site, not book)
Misc. BonusComic
Like with the Zero games, there will be a comic adaption coming out to accompany the game. From what I've read, the comic will be published in Famitsu DS + Cube & Advance starting June 21st. Apparently, there is section of the site that is about the comic, though it has yet to be opened up.
Commcercial
http://kids.goo.ne.jp/event/rockmanzx/anime.htmlTV Nihon's Subbed version
Theme:
The song is
Asayake from All Japan Goith, the single is available
here
Concept art:
Release Dates:
Japan: 7/6/06
US: September 12th 2006
Europe: Q4 2006
Reviews
Famitsu Score: 31/40 ( 8/8/7/8 )
Game Brink Review: 90/100
Gameplay Videos:
Llyranor found the some Gameplay videos, so figured should place them here too
Gameplay video 1Gameplay video 2Special DVD Gameplay vid
Special DVD trailer:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p2ymOn7byMs&search=rockman%20ZX
Sources: Wikipedia's Mega Man ZX article, Atomic Fire, Rockman Perfect Memories, Mega Man ZX offical press release
later tonight I'll add the new bosses and info released. Thanks to Syndalis for rescuing this from the Proxy
major edits, notes for additions shall listed here:
EDIT: Commercial Added
EDIT2: all Pseudoroids names and pictures added, now working on background info and -Overdrive Invoke System-
EDIT3: Pseudoroids fully updated, -Overdrive Invoke System- Updated, Famitsu score added
EDIT4: Fixed the famitsu score, added full US date
EDIT5: added the Gameplay vids, thanks to Llyranor!
EDIT6: added new gameplay vid
EDIT7: added DVD trailer
EDIT8: added Game Connect
EDIT9: remembered to mention edit 8
EDIT10: how in blazes did I forget to make Hurricanu an inline image?
EDIT11: info on the Mystery Biometal updated
EDIT12: Subbed version of commercial added!
EDIT13: Added Game Brink Review
EDIT14: Added Concept art
EDIT15: Thread Title changed
EDIT16: Title changed again
EDIT17: Title changed
EDIT18: Mentioned 17
EDIT19: Fixed terms
EDIT20: added OIS image
EDIT21: Title Change
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But I think it's changed up now. It's easy enough to get you to the end, but if you want to do really well, it's a lot more difficult. Finishing a boss off without hitting certain parts of his body is not easy. You could just as easily ignore the "don't hit the wings" part of the flying boss, but then suddenly you're left with a weak ass form for the next one boss. You can take him out by ignoring the guidelines, but it snowballs until you meet the final boss and aren't very powerful.
I'd hit it.
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Dont tell anyone
But
[spoiler:03d22c7476]I'd rather buy this than Final Fantasy III[/spoiler:03d22c7476]
The MMZ games are great, and I've been itching for a new platformer since I finished New SMB.
I didn't read the OP, and I think I have a concussion, so I'm not going to read the OP (anytime soon at least), but is that the little girl from MMZ?
His name is fucking "Serpent" for crying out loud. He's evil somewhere in the game.
He is Sigma, only with spikey hair and some snazzy threads.
I'd hit that. :winky:
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They did it once, I wouldnt be surprised at all if they do it again.[/spoiler:a6f8f2e4cc]
He wasn't evil, he was misunderstood.
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That is an awesome name. Aside from that, none of the Forceroid's look particularly memorable.
...I pulled that straight outta my ass.
Alouette (the girl from the MMZ games) was a Reploid, actually.
There has to be a main villain and it's Serpent. I know it is.
Ohh wait, the scientist was called Ciel. Who is Alouette?
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You know what would be a curveball? If he found Copy X's soul.
Live Metal* Model X is said to be discussing a "Model V" being unearthed with the other Live Metal's as you acquire them.
[realspoiler:535b36fb23]Zero series fun fact: Dr. Weil's name is appearently German, and spelled out as "Dr. Bairu" (Katakana) and "Dr. Vile" (roman lettering) in Japan[/realspoiler:535b36fb23]
Working on the Forceroids still, about halfway done.
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If you look at the names of all the _X forms, you'll notice that they are mixtures of two Livemetals. PX, for instance, is Phantom X.
Aha. That makes sense, I guess. Does that mean all forms have to mix through X or maybe Z?
But I still don't know what the different characters do.
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I was wondering that myself (if you can only mix Livemetals with X or with Z as well). I imagine only X, as it appears that Z is unplayable.
see the "The Forms" section
I think the guy who gets Z (your boss) gets mangled somehow and passes it on to you, so he must be playable?
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he doesn't seem to be