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Join Lan and MegaMan.EXE as they investigate network crimes, explore cyberspace, and battle using a customizable deck of chips.
Released 13 Apr 2023
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Dodge Grid Battles
Hunt Rare BattleChips
The renowned Mega Man Battle Network series is back! Vol. 1 contains Mega Man Battle Network 1-3, including both versions of Mega Man Battle Network 3 for a total of four titles, plus additional features like a gallery of illustrations and music! In addition, online play is supported!
Developed by CAPCOM Co., Ltd. · Published by CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
In a world where daily life depends on the internet, Lan Hikari and his NetNavi, MegaMan.EXE, work together to confront network crimes. This collection brings together Mega Man Battle Network, Battle Network 2, and both versions of Battle Network 3.
Explore connected areas and investigate incidents, facing viruses and other NetNavis along the way. Battles combine real-time movement and dodging on a grid with attacks from MegaMan’s buster and BattleChips selected from a player-built folder.
Collect BattleChips to shape your tactics, with different progression and customization systems across the games, including Style changes in Battle Network 2 and the Navi Customizer in Battle Network 3. The collection also includes online battles and trading, an illustration gallery, a music player, event chips, and an optional Buster MAX mode.
Positive reviews often highlight the distinctive mix of real-time grid combat and chip-deck strategy, saying the variety of chips makes battles satisfying to plan and execute. Nostalgia for the original games is another recurring source of enjoyment, alongside appreciation for the stories and characters—especially in Battle Network 3. Some players also value additions such as Buster MAX mode, event chips, and the collection’s gallery and online features, though comments about the older games’ design and the usefulness of online play vary.
| Platforms | Windows |
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| Achievements | 56 |
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| Controller support | Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
| DLC / extras | 2 listed on Steam |
| DRM / EULA |
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| Metacritic | 80/100 View on Metacritic |
| Website | Official website |
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