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PlayStation · Action
Mega Man X5
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 2001 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Capcom Production Studio 3 / Neuron-Age |
| Publisher | Capcom |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Mega Man |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 15 |
Mega Man X5 is an action game released in 2001 for the PlayStation, developed by Capcom Production Studio 3 / Neuron-Age and published by Capcom.
It landed about 6 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 2001 include Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Need for Speed: Porsche Unleashed and Worms World Party. Among the 160 PS1 action games in our database, it ranks #10 by legacy score.
It is part of the Mega Man series; on the PS1 you can also try Mega Man 6, Mega Man 8 and Mega Man X4. The series also appears on other systems with Mega Man (NES) and Mega Man 2 (NES).
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Mega Man X5 is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Mega Man X5 cheats & codes
80 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| RCJC Pad 1 | 700D51FA
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| RCJC Pad 2 | 700D514A
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| AnAc Pad 1 | 700D51FA
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| AnAc Pad 2 | 700D514A
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| Have all weapons | 342C5A1D
3B5C |
| Infinite collision time | 8428E6F6
9A24 |
Mega Man X5 walkthroughs & guides
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Playing PS1 games today
PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Mega Man X5 FAQ
When did Mega Man X5 come out on the PS1?
Mega Man X5 was released for the PlayStation in 2001.
Who made Mega Man X5?
It was developed by Capcom Production Studio 3 / Neuron-Age and published by Capcom.
Is Mega Man X5 multiplayer?
No. Mega Man X5 is a single-player game.
How long does Mega Man X5 take to play?
As an action game, Mega Man X5 typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Mega Man X5 on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.