Mega Man X Classic
Super Nintendo · Action
Mega Man X3
Certified classic
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Capcom |
| Publisher | Capcom |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Mega Man |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 15 |
Released for the Super Nintendo in 1996, Mega Man X3 is an action game developed by Capcom.
It landed about 5 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1996 include Super Mario RPG, FIFA 97 and Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong's Double Trouble!. Among the 158 SNES action games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
It is part of the Mega Man series; on the SNES you can also try Mega Man X, Mega Man 7 and Mega Man X2. The series also appears on other systems with Mega Man (NES) and Mega Man 2 (NES). Capcom also made Street Fighter Alpha 2, Breath of Fire II and Final Fight 2 for the SNES.
Mega Man X3 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 SNES'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 X3 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 X3 cheats & codes
171 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | C2AD-6FF7 |
|---|---|
| Messy Menu (Doesn't Seem To Affect Gameplay) | EE2A-070D |
| Level 1 Shots Fired To The Right Start To Go LEFT, Then Do A U-Turn To The Right | EE63-D4A1 |
| After Firing For A While, Level 1-3 Shots Are Disabled | EE62-D4A1 |
| Sparkles Behind Level 3-5 Shots Fly In A Straight Line | EE6F-D4A1 |
| Sparkles Behind Level 3-5 Shots Fly Across Screen Twice | EE60-D4A1 |
Mega Man X3 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Mega Man X3.
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Playing SNES games today
The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.
Mega Man X3 FAQ
When did Mega Man X3 come out on the SNES?
Mega Man X3 was released for the Super Nintendo in 1996.
Who made Mega Man X3?
It was developed by Capcom.
Is Mega Man X3 multiplayer?
No. Mega Man X3 is a single-player game.
How long does Mega Man X3 take to play?
As an action game, Mega Man X3 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 X3 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.