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Mega Man X8
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| Game Title(s): | Mega Man X8, Megaman X8, Rockman X8 | ||||||||||||||||||
| Developer(s): | Capcom | ||||||||||||||||||
| Publisher(s): | Capcom | ||||||||||||||||||
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| Genre(s): | Action, Platformer | ||||||||||||||||||
| Game mode(s): | Single Player | ||||||||||||||||||
| Platform(s): | PlayStation 2 Windows | ||||||||||||||||||
Mega Man X8, known in Japan as Rockman X8 (ロックマンX8, Rokkuman X8) is the eighth and last entry of the main X series, developed and published by Capcom for the PlayStation 2 in 2004-2005. A Windows port was later released outside of North America only.
Story
The year is 21XX. Endless turmoil between humans and Reploids continues to wreak havoc on Earth, and humankind has placed its hopes of survival on an exodus to space. A full-fledged evacuation to the satellite moon has begun, thanks to the completion of Jakob, a giant rail elevator. A large contingent of new generation Reploids has already been sent to the moon to construct a base.
However, these new generation Reploids, capable of transforming into anyone else with the right DNA, pose a secret threat, as they have copied some very dangerous DNA — the DNA of Sigma, thought to have been previously destroyed. Reploid revolts are springing up all over. X, along with Zero and Axl, heads to space on a mission to investigate — and squelch, if possible — this extremely hazardous situation.[1]
Characters
| Name | Image | Description |
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| X | 
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Former leader of the 17th Unit. X is the strong-willed Maverick Hunter who put an end to Maverick rebellion. At the same time, he has doubts about the stability of peace that can only be obtained through fighting.[2] |
| Zero | 
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Former leader of the Special 0 Unit, this highly-skilled SA-Class Hunter has worked together with X to solve many problems. Unlike X, he tackles any mission thrown his way with a clear mind.[2] |
| Axl | 
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Prototype new generation Reploid who left the vigilante group Red Alert to become a Maverick Hunter. He has the unique special ability of being able to mimic a person's looks and skills.[2] |
| Alia | 
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One of the operators supporting X and the Maverick Hunters from behind the scenes. She excels in analysis and assists with battle status, as well as proving to be a great help in problem-solving.[2] |
| Layer | 
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Operator supporting the Hunter team. Her strength is battle analysis, and she excels in figuring out the enemy's weak points.[2] |
| Pallette | 
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One of the operators who backs up the Hunter team. She is skilled in area analysis, providing vital support such as finding hidden routes.[2] |
| Signas | 
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Commander of the Maverick Hunters. He has the most advanced CPU processor of all current Reploids.[2] |
| Lumine | 
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The director of the Jakob project, who is confident in the abilities of new generation Reploids. |
| Vile | 
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Former SA-Class Hunter who went Maverick and became a wanted criminal. He is an old foe of X and Zero. |
| Sigma | 
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A past leader of countless Maverick rebellions, who was seemingly destroyed. The new generation Reploids can mimic his form, a fact that disturbs X. |
| Dr. Light | 
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The creator of X, who has left Light Capsules to deliver Armor Parts to him, years after his own passing. |
Enemies
Minor Enemies
Mid-Bosses
Obstacles
Maverick Bosses
| Name | Image | Description | Weapon | Weakness | ||||
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| X | Axl | Zero | X | Axl | Zero | |||
| Avalanche Yeti |  |
Drift Diamond | Ice Gattling | Hyoryuushou | Thunder Dancer | Plasma Gun | Raikousen | |
| Bamboo Pandamonium |  |
Green Spinner | Blast Launcher | Youdantotsu | Melt Creeper | Flame Burner | Enkoujin | |
| Burn Rooster |  |
Melt Creeper | Flamer Burner | Enkoujin | Drift Diamond | Ice Gattling | Hyouryuushou | |
| Dark Mantis |  |
Shadow Runner | Black Arrow | Rasetsusen | Shining Ray | Ray Gun | Tenshouha | |
| Earthrock Trilobyte |  |
Crystal Wall | Round Blaster | Rekkyoudan | Squeeze Bomb | Spiral Magnum | Juuhazan | |
| Gigabolt Man-O-War |  |
Thunder Dancer | Plasma Gun | Raikousen | Crystal Wall | Bound Blaster | Rekkyoudan | |
| Gravity Antonion |  |
Squeeze Bomb | Spiral Magnum | Juuhazan | Shadow Runner | Black Arrow | Rasetsusen | |
| Optic Sunflower |  |
Shining Ray | Ray Gun | Tenshouha | Green Spinner | Blast Launcher | Youdantotsu | |
Other Bosses
| Name | Image | Description | Weakness | ||
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| X | Axl | Zero | |||
| Crabs-Y | File:MMX8 - Crabs-Y.png | X-Buster | Z-Saber | ||
| Vile | File:MMX8 - Vile.png | Drift Diamond | Ice Gattling | Hyouryuushou | |
| Copy Sigma | File:MMX8 - Copy Sigma.png | Shadow Runner | Black Arrow | Rasetsusen | |
| Vile (+ Devil Bear) | File:MMX8 - Vile + Devil Bear.png | Drift Diamond | Ice Gattling | Hyouryuushou | |
| Sigma | File:MMX8 - Sigma.png | Shrink Ray | Ray Gun | Tenshouha | |
| Lumine (1st form) | File:MMX8 - Lumine 1st Form.png | Varies | |||
| Lumine (2nd form) | File:MMX8 - Lumine 2nd Form.png | Drift Diamond | Ice Gattling | Hyouryuushou | |
Weapons
X Weapons
X's default weapon is the X-Buster, a long-range buster that can fire Charge Shots. By defeating the eight Maverick bosses, he copies new Special Weapons with various elements and properties. He can also upgrade his X-Buster and gain special moves such as the Giga Crash, X-Drive, Nova Strike, and Shouryuuken, by equipping full sets of Armor Parts.
Axl Weapons
Axl's default weapon is the Axl Bullets, a handgun that can rapid-fire in eight different directions. He can also use the Copy Shot to steal the DNA of enemies, granting him temporary transformations via A-Trans. Defeating Maverick bosses grants him Special Weapons in the forms of new firearms with different properties.
| Name | Icon | Description | Source |
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| Axl Bullets |  |
Default | |
| Ray Gun |  |
Optic Sunflower | |
| Spiral Magnum |  |
Gravity Antonion | |
| Black Arrow |  |
Dark Mantis | |
| Plasma Gun |  |
Gigabolt Man-O-War | |
| Flame Burner |  |
Burn Rooster | |
| Ice Gattling |  |
Avalanche Yeti | |
| Bound Blaster |  |
Earthrock Trilobyte | |
| Blast Launcher |  |
Bamboo Pandamonium | |
| Copy Shot |  |
Default | |
| A-Trans |  |
Zero Weapons
Zero's default weapons is the Z-Saber, a close-range beam saber that can perform a three-slash combo. By collecting Rare Metals, he can also equip new weapons with other properties. By defeating the eight Maverick bosses, he gains new Techniques to perform with these weapons. Some Techniques are ability upgrades, while others are brand new attacks.
| Name | Icon | Description | Source |
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| Zero's Weapons | |||
| Z-Saber |  |
Default | |
| B Fan |  |
Rare Metal (Primrose) | |
| T Breaker |  |
Rare Metal (Inferno) | |
| K Knuckle |  |
Rare Metal (Primrose) | |
| Σ Blade |  |
Secret code | |
| Zero's Techniques | |||
| Z-Saber |  |
Default | |
| Tenshouha |  |
Optic Sunflower | |
| Juuhazan |  |
Gravity Antonion | |
| Rasetsusen |  |
Dark Mantis | |
| Raikousen |  |
Gigabolt Man-O-War | |
| Enkoujin |  |
Burn Rooster | |
| Hyouryuushou |  |
Avalanche Yeti | |
| Rekkyoudan |  |
Earthrock Trilobyte | |
| Youdantotsu |  |
Bamboo Pandamonium | |
Stages
- Opening Stage: Noah's Park
- Troia Base
- Primrose
- Pitch Black
- Booster Forest
- Dynasty
- Metal Valley
- Central White
- Inferno
- Last Stages:
Items
| Name | Image | Description |
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| Life Energy | File:MMX8 - Life Energy.png File:MMX8 - Life Energy Max.png | Small is 4, Medium is 12, Large is 24, and Extra Large is full recovery. |
| Weapon Energy | Small is 4, Medium is 12, Large is 24, and Extra Large is full recovery. | |
| Attack Energy | Fills the Attack Gauge or Revive Gauge. | |
| DNA Core | Can be used by Axl to transform using A-Trans. | |
| Metal | Used as currency to develop Chips. | |
| Rare Metal | Unlocks new Chips to develop. | |
| Ride Armor | ||
| Light Capsule |
Armor Parts
Chips
People
Related Media
Ports and Remakes
Strategy Guides
- BradyGames Mega Man X8 Official Strategy Guide (English)
- Rockman X8 Kyūkyoku Complete Guide (Japanese)
- Kanpeki Kōryaku #53: Rockman X8 Hisshō Kōryaku-hō (Japanese)
References
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