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PlayStation · Action
Mega Man X6
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 2002 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Value Wave |
| 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 13 |
Developed by Value Wave and published by Capcom, Mega Man X6 arrived on the PlayStation in 2002 as an action game.
It landed about 7 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 2002 include Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Pro Evolution Soccer and FIFA Football 2003. Among the 160 PS1 action games in our database, it ranks #12 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). Value Wave also made X-Men vs. Street Fighter for the PS1.
Mega Man X6 is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 X6 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 X6 cheats & codes
34 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Joker Command | D00C456C
???? |
|---|---|
| Infinite Health | 800970FC
2020 |
| HP Gauge Full | 300CCF2B
0040 |
| Infinite Lives | 800CCF08
0900 |
| Have All Weapons | 30097169
00FF |
| No Level Time | 800CCF60
0000 |
Mega Man X6 walkthroughs & guides
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Playing PS1 games today
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Mega Man X6 FAQ
When did Mega Man X6 come out on the PS1?
Mega Man X6 was released for the PlayStation in 2002.
Who made Mega Man X6?
It was developed by Value Wave and published by Capcom.
Is Mega Man X6 multiplayer?
No. Mega Man X6 is a single-player game.
How long does Mega Man X6 take to play?
As an action game, Mega Man X6 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 X6 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.