Snes - Megaman X2 Review

Megaman X is a new series about Megaman. It is not known whether Megaman from the Megaman series is related to Megaman X from the Megaman X series. It is hinted at at times and some sources say yes while others say no. I personally believe no because Megaman X is a darker series where friends die and allies become bad where as Megaman seems a bit happier. So far only one character, Dr. Light is seen in both series and no mention of Megaman's pal Rush. So X is probably set in an alternate Universe with possibly similar characters in the past. This is not Megaman 11 by the way (at least I do not think so, Capcom may release some Megaman game which bridges Megaman and Megaman X together). A small plot note. In X2 you have to fight for Zero's parts as well. Zero sacrificed himself in Megaman X if you have played the game. If you get all the parts you see Zero destroying a silver copy of himself.

Gameplay: 8/10

Like Megaman X, Megaman X2 has excellent handling although once again, the jumping could be a little higher. This time, Megaman X can get an air dash modification which allows you to dash in the air.

Graphics: 5/5

Excellent animation, slightly better than the first Megaman X.

Sound and Music: 5/5

The music is pretty cool in Megaman X2 as well.

Game Design: 1/5

This is difficult again. Its so frustrating. Fortunately I obtained the secret Dragon Punch which helped a lot!

Longevity or Replayability: 1.5/5

You will be grasping at straws when it comes to playing X2. The levels tend to be as hard or a little harder then Megaman X so watch out. Do not let the difficulty phase you though because the game is really cool.

For: Good gameplay, cool music, good graphics.

Against: Once again, very hard levels extremely difficult to get some power-ups.

Game: Megaman X2 Genre: Action

Produced by: Capcom Platform: SNES

Runs on: ZSnes and

Snes 9X

Year: 1994

Scoring Summary Gameplay: 8/10

Graphics: 5/5

Sound and music: 5/5

Game Design: 1/5

Longevity: 1.5/5

Total: 20.5/30

Rating: 68%

-Reviewed by Barnabas