PlayStation · Fighting
X-Men: Children of the Atom
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 (originally 1995) |
| Genre | Fighting |
| Developer | Capcom / Probe Entertainment Limited |
| Publisher | Acclaim Entertainment, Inc |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | X-Men |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
X-Men: Children of the Atom is a fighting game released in 1998 for the PlayStation, developed by Capcom / Probe Entertainment Limited and published by Acclaim Entertainment, Inc. This PS1 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1995.
It landed about 3 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1998 include Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil 2 and Tomb Raider II.
It is part of the X-Men series. The series also appears on other systems with X-Men (Genesis) and The Uncanny X-Men (NES).
X-Men: Children of the Atom supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against
What playing X-Men: Children of the Atom is like
Fighting games pit two characters against each other in short one-on-one bouts. Depth comes from learning special moves, combos and each character's strengths.
Tip for newcomers: Pick one character and learn their basic special moves before branching out. Fighting games are at their best against a friend at a similar skill level.
X-Men: Children of the Atom cheats & codes
25 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Reverse Joker Command | D00CAA08
???? |
|---|---|
| P1 Can't Move or Be Hit | 8003B596
0004 |
| Infinite Energy P1 | 8003B6E8
008F |
| No Energy P1 | 8003B6E8
0000 |
| Super Bar Always Full P1 | 8003B6EC
008E |
| No Super Bar P1 | 8003B6EC
0000 |
X-Men: Children of the Atom walkthroughs & guides
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X-Men: Children of the Atom FAQ
When did X-Men: Children of the Atom come out on the PS1?
X-Men: Children of the Atom was released for the PlayStation in 1998; the original game dates back to 1995.
Who made X-Men: Children of the Atom?
It was developed by Capcom / Probe Entertainment Limited and published by Acclaim Entertainment, Inc.
Is X-Men: Children of the Atom multiplayer?
Yes. X-Men: Children of the Atom supports up to 2 players.
How long does X-Men: Children of the Atom take to play?
As a fighting game, X-Men: Children of the Atom typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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