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General Questions

What is MegaMan X: Corrupted?

MegaMan X: Corrupted is a free, unofficial fan game made with no official ties CAPCOM or other parties responsible for the MegaMan X IP. It has been in the works in various forms since 2007, and is made with love ❤️. (Love referring to the feeling, not the game engine.)

Where can I download MegaMan X: Corrupted?

MegaMan X: Corrupted is not yet complete, and thus not available for download at this time.

When will I be able to download MegaMan X: Corrupted?

There is not an estimated date of completion, though there is an area progress tracker, which is updated on occasion. There are also no plans for a demo, see the following question.

Is there a demo?

There are currently no plans for a demo. A download for older builds of the project (OBD) may be released once the main project is done, but is not currently released due to us potentially reusing ideas from it and older versions potentially leading to false expectations for the project.

Will I have to pay money to play this game?

Charging money for a game using someone else's IP without some prior arrangement with the IP holder is illegal. This game will be available to the public free of charge upon its completion.

What is the plan if the development team receives a Cease and Desist letter?

Statistically speaking, it is likely CAPCOM is aware of us by this point. CAPCOM is relatively lenient on fan games; the only ones that have received a "C&D" were either attempting to make money off the project or directly competed with a project CAPCOM was planning to put out, such as a remake. Since MegaMan X: Corrupted falls under neither category, it should be alright. However, in the unlikely event that the development team does receive a C&D, prepare for Super Synthia Adventures™.

What if MegaMan X9 is announced?

Although MegaMan X: Corrupted wouldn't technically be competing with MegaMan X9, the general idea is that the development goes underground for a bit to avoid any potential conflicts, then resurfaces after MegaMan X9 has had time to breathe.

Engine Questions

What platform is this for?

The game is coded in Haxe using VSCode, meaning it should be able to be run on any platform that supports HTML5 as a browser game.

Didn't this used to be a Flash game?

While MegaMan X: Corrupted used to be made in Flash, it was ported to HTML5. The 2020 discontinuation of the Adobe/Macromedia Flash software platform, while unfortunate, will not affect the final release of the game.

Will MegaMan X: Corrupted run on SNES/PlayStation/XBOX/Switch/Mobile/...?

The game should run on anything that supports HTML5 and has the resources to run it. This includes most modern PCs, and potentially mobile platforms. The game is actively tested using Windows PCs. There is a possibility of MegaMan X: Corrupted being ported to Android platforms, but it is not actively being worked on, nor is it promised.

Why a browser game?

Since the development team lives in a variety of locations, it's easier to test this way. Ideally, once development approaches completion, a container will be built that allows the game to function as an exe, but such a thing is not actively being worked on and will not be until the game itself is closer to completion.

Can I save the game if it's a browser game?

Yes, the game will be able to save data locally.

My computer is a potato. Will it still run MegaMan X: Corrupted?

The game can theoretically run as a browser game on any desktop or laptop that can run Haxe and OpenFL. The actual quality may vary depending on the resources available to the computer.

Is a release on Valve's Steam client possible?

As an unofficial fan game, MegaMan X: Corrupted will not be officially released on the Steam client. However, there are ways to add it as a non-steam game.

Will the game be playable on Steam Deck?

It isn't actively tested on the platform, but the dev team has tested if the game runs on Steam Deck previously to positive results.

Is this a ROM Hack?

This is not a ROM Hack, and does not require a dump of the ROM of any MegaMan X title to be modified in order to play.

Gameplay Questions

Are there control options?

MegaMan X: Corrupted supports multiple input mechanisms and control schemes.

Are configurable controls supported?

MegaMan X: Corrupted will have configurable controls. Essentially every button is configurable, though if your browser doesn't recognize the button you want to assign the command to, you may run into issues.

Will my controller be supported?

Most modern controllers use X-input or D-input to communicate with the computer. Both options are supported by MegaMan X: Corrupted. The game supports keyboard controls and most popular controllers natively, though others may require the use of resources like JoyToKey.

What resolution is this game?

The final build of the game will feature a 11:7 screen ratio (base resolution is 352x224).

Will this game cater towards the casual crowd or the hardcore?

MegaMan X: Corrupted has multiple difficulty modes ("Classes"). Three classes (C, B, A) are availble from the outset, with C being a casual-friendly mode for those who want to experience the plot. Two further classes (S and Sigma) are unlockable after beating the game and are significantly more difficult, with Sigma class enabling all eight "Final Four" effects from the very start of the game.

What do difficulty classes change?

In addition to increasing raw HP values, increasing difficulty classes also changes the speed at which enemies attack and need to be reacted to, and additional enemy attacks also become possible.

Will items/paths/decisions be locked based on the difficulty class chosen?

Currently, there are no plans to lock items behind playing on certain difficulty classes.

Is the structure of this game akin to the canon MegaMan X games?

Structurally speaking, this is an open world style game with a mini-map and a fast-travel system tied to save points to make navigation simpler, more akin to the MegaMan ZX games. There are many secrets and upgrades hidden throughout for the player to discover. However, somewhat like the original MegaMan X title, the game world changes over time, either from defeating a singular boss, or failing to defeat one of the bosses as your initial four as they complete their missions.

Are there Ride Armors/Chasers in this game?

Yes.

Any post-game content?

After beating the game, the player may enter "New Game+" which allows the player to keep their level, skill points and Legacy Armors going into a new game. This also unlocks the Legacy Bosses and Armors to begin with. For more information on "Legacy" content, see "What elements are reused from the canon games?" below.

Will this game have multiplayer or other modes?

No multiplayer components are planned at this time, and there will likely not be any given how much infrastructure would need to go into supporting such a thing. There is currently one alternative mode planned (see below).

What is the Gauntlet Mode?

"The Gauntlet" is an additional game mode that allows you to fight every boss and mini-boss in the game in rapid succession and randomized order. Dying in this mode forces you to start over from the beginning. After each fight you will be able to choose from a random selection of health upgrades/restoration, armor parts, saber skills, and other abilities to give you a fighting chance in this brutal test of endurance.

Is MegaMan X: Corrupted open-source? Can I use assets from this project?

The project is not open-source. If you want to use resources from the project that are no longer being used, you may ask, though the answer is almost definitely "no."

Story Questions

Who are the playable characters?

The main playable characters in MegaMan X: Corrupted are X and Zero; these characters each have a full campaign dedicated to them, with a Rival character ( Strike and Zero's Rival, respectively). There are other playable characters (namely Axl and Synthia) without campaigns, as noted below. Please see the character's respective pages for more information on the playstyles.

Is Axl playble?

Axl is a "non-canon" character. He was included for fun, and does not have a planned campaign associated with him at this time. Axl will have little to no story elements, with a playstyle similar to Copen from Luminous Avenger iX mixed with the ability to transform into defeated Mavericks.

Who is Synthia? I saw in a video that she seemed playable?

Synthia is a navigator in the "canon" campaign for X and Zero. She may also make an appearance as a "non-canon" playable character akin to Axl. She was made into one on the whim of a developer, but would have to be updated to modern standards if they decided to make her officially viable.

Is Vile/Dynamo/Mac/Double/a random character I pulled out of a hat going to make an appearance?

Vile is going to appear in a "non-canon" gauntlet mode; any appearances beyond that remain unconfirmed. Any other character appearances are either plot spoilers or not happening, most likely the latter. Please do not approach devs to ask if your favorite character is going to be in the game.

What about my fan OC (Donut Steel)?

Please do not ask for us to add your fan character.

When does it take place on the timeline?

MegaMan X: Corrupted takes place after the events of MegaMan X5, though it has not been officially confirmed which ending or combination of X5's endings is canon to MegaMan X: Corrupted.

If it takes place after X5, shouldn't X have Zero's saber?

This is addressed in the plot, don't worry about it. Also, X uses a saber when equipping certain Legacy Armors as a full-set bonus.

Does this game make sense in canon?

Everything prior to MegaMan X6 should still work in relation to this game. Events that occur during or after that game are up in the air, though don't expect things to perfectly align with canon, as the plot barely aligns in the official games.

Are there multiple endings?

At least one for X and one for Zero, possibly more. Choices you make during the game may affect the plot.

What elements are reused from the canon games?

Certain bosses from X1-6 will be featured as "Legacy Bosses". Each Legacy Boss corresponds to a "Legacy Armor" which is a rebalanced version of the armor from that game. Both Legacy Bosses and Armors are New Game+ content. Beyond that, though the project used to feature official assets such as tilesets, music, effects and basic enemies, these have all been replaced.

How do I follow progress on this game?

The primary way is by joining the official MMXC Discord. Beyond that, progress updates are periodically uploaded on the lead developer's YouTube channel. Development was also previously streamed weekly on the lead developer's Twitch, but streams have been on hold since 2024 due to work on spoiler content.