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Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Vol. 2

PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2023

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Quick resume

The renowned Mega Man Battle Network series, which has expanded into anime and comics, is back. Volume 2 includes six action packed games from both versions of Mega Man Battle Network 4 to both versions of Mega Man Battle Network 6, plus additional features like a gallery and online play!

Global score

86/100

Genres

Action, Role-playing (RPG), Tactical, Real Time Strategy (RTS)

Pros

  • Faithful collection of battle network 4-6 with added japanese exclusive content
  • Deep and satisfying combat system with strategic and real-time elements
  • Extensive chip customization and patch cards for varied play styles
  • Online multiplayer for pvp and trading
  • Strong nostalgia and story engagement

Cons

  • Battle network 4 is grindy and has poor translation
  • Online player base is small, leading to matchmaking issues
  • Some bugs and glitches reported
  • No major graphical overhaul or remastering
  • Presence of drm (denuvo and enigma) causing performance and modding issues

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    4

    "Players can customize chip folders and modify play styles extensively, enabling personal control over combat strategies."

  • Competence
    4

    "The combat system is skill-based with strategic depth, including real-time action and tactical elements, rewarding mastery."

  • Competition
    3

    "Online PvP and tournaments exist, though player base is small; competition is a notable but not dominant aspect."

  • Continuation
    4

    "Players report long playtimes, repeated playthroughs, and habitual engagement with multiple versions and postgame content."

  • Cooperation
    2

    "Online trading and battling with friends is supported, encouraging some cooperative interactions."

  • Creativity
    4

    "Patch cards and chip customization allow creative modification of Megaman and combat approaches."

  • Domination
    -2

    "While PvP exists, reports suggest balanced interactions with less emphasis on dominance or trash talk."

  • Escapism
    4

    "Players use the game to relive childhood memories and escape into a nostalgic, imaginative world."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Engagement is driven by personal desire, nostalgia, and intrinsic interest rather than obligation."

  • Experimenting
    5

    "Strong emphasis on experimenting with different chip folders, mod cards, and strategies."

  • Exploration
    2

    "Some exploration of internet areas and dungeons with puzzles, though environments are often familiar."

  • Expression
    3

    "Customization of Megaman via patch cards and chip folders allows player self-expression."

  • Fantasy
    4

    "Futuristic, imaginative setting with fictional characters and storylines."

  • Fellowship
    2

    "Community aspects exist through online battles and trading, though player base is limited."

  • Growth
    3

    "Players develop skills in combat and strategy, and learn to optimize chip combinations."

  • Health
    -5

    "No physical activity involved; sedentary gameplay."

  • Idle
    -3

    "Requires focused attention during combat and strategy; not designed for idle play."

  • Intimacy
    -3

    "Social interactions are mostly surface-level through online multiplayer; limited emotional sharing."

  • Leadership
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  • Progression
    5

    "Strong focus on collecting chips, upgrades, and unlocking content across multiple playthroughs."

  • Relaxation
    2

    "Some players find it relaxing and nostalgic, though certain games have grind and tension."

  • Sensation
    3

    "Enjoyable pixel art, music, and fast-paced combat provide sensory stimulation."

  • Status
    2

    "Online leaderboards and tournaments provide some recognition, though limited by small player base."

  • Story
    3

    "Narrative is present and engaging in later games, with character development and plot arcs."

  • Strategy
    5

    "High strategic depth in combat, chip selection, and liberation missions."

  • Thrill
    3

    "Combat provides excitement and tension, especially in PvP and challenging battles."

  • Value
    3

    "Offers multiple games with added content and online features, considered worth the price by fans."

  • Violence
    3

    "Combat involves battling viruses and enemies with attacks and destruction."

  • Survival
    2

    "Players manage resources and avoid failure in battles, though not extreme survival conditions."

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