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{{Introduction | {{Introduction | ||
− | |introduction = | + | |introduction = '''''{{PAGENAME}}'''''{{note|Known as '''''Rockman EXE Advanced Collection Vol.1''''' (Japanese: {{lang|ja|ロックマンエグゼ アドバンスドコレクション Vol.1}}) in Japan.}} is a {{Glossary:singleplayer}} and {{Glossary:multiplayer}} {{Glossary:isometric}} {{Glossary:side view}} {{Glossary:Tactical RPG}} game developed by [[Company:NeoBards|NeoBards]] and published by [[Company:Capcom|Capcom]]. It is part of the ''[[Series:Mega Man|Mega Man]]'' series and is followed by ''[[Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Vol. 2]]''. |
− | | | + | The game is an enhanced compilation of several ''Mega Man Battle Network'' games that were released on Game Boy Advance, and consists of ''[[Wikipedia:Mega Man Battle Network (video game)|Mega Man Battle Network]]''{{note|Known as '''''Rockman EXE''''' (Japanese: {{lang|ja|ロックマンエグゼ}}) in Japan.}}, ''[[Wikipedia:Mega Man Battle Network 2|Mega Man Battle Network 2]]''{{note|Known as '''''Rockman EXE 2''''' (Japanese: {{lang|ja|ロックマンエグゼ2}}) in Japan.}} and ''[[Wikipedia:Mega Man Battle Network 3|Mega Man Battle Network 3: White and Blue]]''{{note|Known as '''''Rockman EXE 3''''' (Japanese: {{lang|ja|ロックマンエグゼ3}}) and '''''Rockman EXE 3 Black''''' (Japanese: {{lang|ja|ロックマンエグゼ3 ブラック}}) in Japan.}}. |
− | |current state = | + | Unlike past ''Mega Man Legacy Collection'' game compilations, the games included in ''Battle Network Legacy Collection'' are based off the Japanese versions{{note|''Mega Man Battle Network 3'' use the latest v.1.1 build which incorporate bug fixes from the western GBA release.}} and includes features that were omitted in the western release of the original games, as well as bug fixes that were originally included in later updated re-releases. |
+ | |||
+ | Being an enhanced compilation, several additional features were added, including multiple screen filter options, screen size options and the beginner-friendly Buster MAX Mode. New to this collection is an online battle mode, the ability to download formerly-Japan-exclusive Battle Chips, as well as an art gallery and a music player. | ||
+ | |||
+ | |release history = The game was released on April 14, 2023. | ||
+ | |||
+ | |current state = A patch was released on July 3, 2023 that fixed numerous bugs and glitches across all games, as well as added an additional black border, and the option to change 3D MegaMan.EXE's voice language separate from the text language.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1798010/view/3649653272187412471?l=english|title=Update Announcement - Capcom, via Steam Events page.|date=July 2023}}</ref> | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Availability/row| Steam | 1798010 | Steam | Also available as a bundle with Vol. 2. | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Steam | 1798010 | Steam | Also available as a bundle with Vol. 2. | | Windows }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{ii}} All versions require {{DRM|Steam||Denuvo}}. | + | {{ii}} All versions require {{DRM|Steam||Enigma Protector}}. |
+ | {{ii}} {{Removed DRM|Denuvo}} was removed on October 13, 2023.<ref> https://steamdb.info/depot/1798011/history/?changeid=M:6479892931656534289</ref> | ||
==Monetization== | ==Monetization== | ||
{{Monetization | {{Monetization | ||
|ad-supported = | |ad-supported = | ||
− | |dlc = A cosmetic costume and additional music tracks to be utilized in-game | + | |dlc = A cosmetic costume and additional music tracks to be utilized in-game are available for purchase. |
|expansion pack = | |expansion pack = | ||
|freeware = | |freeware = | ||
|free-to-play = | |free-to-play = | ||
− | |one-time game purchase = | + | |one-time game purchase = Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Vol. 1 requires an upfront purchase to access. |
|sponsored = | |sponsored = | ||
|subscription = | |subscription = | ||
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|free-to-grind = | |free-to-grind = | ||
|loot box = | |loot box = | ||
− | |none = | + | |none = Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Vol. 1 has no microtransactions. |
|player trading = | |player trading = | ||
|time-limited = | |time-limited = | ||
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{{DLC| | {{DLC| | ||
− | {{DLC/row| Custom PET Pack Vol. 1 | Contains a cosmetic skin for 3D MegaMan.EXE, and adds two new music tracks to the Music Player.<br> | + | {{DLC/row| Custom PET Pack Vol. 1 | Contains a cosmetic skin for 3D MegaMan.EXE, and adds two new music tracks to the Music Player.<br>Available for free to players who pre-ordered the game. | Windows }} |
}} | }} | ||
==Essential Improvements== | ==Essential Improvements== | ||
− | === | + | ===Translation Revision for Battle Network 2 and 3=== |
− | This mod aims to generally improve the quality of the English script while mostly keeping to the original localization. It fixes and improves many lines, the result of a more or less full script comparison with the Japanese text. Also | + | {{ii}}This mod aims to generally improve the quality of the English script for [https://vgperson.com/games/bn2revision.htm Battle Network 2] and [https://vgperson.com/games/bn3revision.htm Battle Network 3] while mostly keeping to the original localization. It fixes and improves many lines, the result of a more or less full script comparison with the Japanese text. Also available for the GBA Version. |
+ | {{ii}}Requires [https://github.com/RockmanEXEZone/chaudloader/releases Chaudloader] | ||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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|borderless windowed notes = | |borderless windowed notes = | ||
|anisotropic = n/a | |anisotropic = n/a | ||
− | |anisotropic notes = | + | |anisotropic notes = An optional smoothing filter is available for all games. |
|antialiasing = n/a | |antialiasing = n/a | ||
− | |antialiasing notes = Not available for Battle Network games. False for 3D MegaMan.EXE | + | |antialiasing notes = Not available for Battle Network games. False for 3D MegaMan.EXE. |
|upscaling = false | |upscaling = false | ||
|upscaling tech = | |upscaling tech = | ||
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{{L10n|content= | {{L10n|content= | ||
− | {{ii}} | + | {{ii}} Text language cannot be changed while in-game. |
− | {{Image|MMBNLC Language Settings.png| | + | {{Image|MMBNLC Language Settings.png|Text and MegaMan voice language settings}} |
{{L10n/switch | {{L10n/switch | ||
|language = English | |language = English | ||
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|linux executable notes = | |linux executable notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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+ | ===Modding=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} All mods require [https://github.com/RockmanEXEZone/chaudloader/releases Chaudloader] | ||
+ | ====Featured Mods==== | ||
+ | * [https://forums.therockmanexezone.com/viewtopic.php?f=15&t=16752 HD font mod for Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection] Replaces the Courier font of the vanilla game with an HD version of the original GBA font | ||
===Middleware=== | ===Middleware=== | ||
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|minCPU2 = AMD FX-8300 | |minCPU2 = AMD FX-8300 | ||
|minRAM = 4 GB | |minRAM = 4 GB | ||
− | |minHD = 1. | + | |minHD = 1.47 GB<ref>{{Refcheck|user=MasterBlaster|date=2023-07-12|comment=Verified after downloading the game. Actual install size is '''1.47 GB'''.}}</ref> |
|minGPU = NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950 | |minGPU = NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950 | ||
|minGPU2 = AMD Radeon RX 460 | |minGPU2 = AMD Radeon RX 460 |
Latest revision as of 20:14, 14 January 2024
Developers | |
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Original games | Capcom |
NeoBards | |
Publishers | |
Capcom | |
Release dates | |
Windows | April 14, 2023 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 80 |
OpenCritic | 78 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | DLC, One-time game purchase |
Microtransactions | None |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Continuous turn-based |
Perspectives | Isometric, Side view |
Controls | Direct control, Menu-based |
Genres | JRPG, Tactical RPG |
Art styles | Anime |
Themes | Sci-fi |
Series | Mega Man |
⤏ Go to series page | |
Mega Man | 1990 |
Mega Man 3 | 1992 |
Mega Man X (series) | |
Rockman IQ Whirlwind | 1998 |
Rockman's Gold Empire | 1999 |
Rockman DASH: Adventure to Save the Planet | 1999 |
Mega Man Legends | 2001 |
Rockman Strategy | 2001 |
Rockman 1~6 Collection | 2002 |
Rockman Dash 2 | 2003 |
Street Fighter X Mega Man | 2012 |
Mega Man Legacy Collection | 2015 |
Mega Man Maker (Unofficial) | 2017 |
Mega Man Legacy Collection 2 | 2017 |
Mega Man 11 | 2018 |
Mega Man Zero/ZX Legacy Collection | 2020 |
Making Mega Man: Code Legend | 2020 |
Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Vol. 1 | 2023 |
Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Vol. 2 | 2023 |
Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Vol. 1[Note 1] is a singleplayer and multiplayer isometric side view Tactical RPG game developed by NeoBards and published by Capcom. It is part of the Mega Man series and is followed by Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Vol. 2.
The game is an enhanced compilation of several Mega Man Battle Network games that were released on Game Boy Advance, and consists of Mega Man Battle Network[Note 2], Mega Man Battle Network 2[Note 3] and Mega Man Battle Network 3: White and Blue[Note 4].
Unlike past Mega Man Legacy Collection game compilations, the games included in Battle Network Legacy Collection are based off the Japanese versions[Note 5] and includes features that were omitted in the western release of the original games, as well as bug fixes that were originally included in later updated re-releases.
Being an enhanced compilation, several additional features were added, including multiple screen filter options, screen size options and the beginner-friendly Buster MAX Mode. New to this collection is an online battle mode, the ability to download formerly-Japan-exclusive Battle Chips, as well as an art gallery and a music player.
The game was released on April 14, 2023.
A patch was released on July 3, 2023 that fixed numerous bugs and glitches across all games, as well as added an additional black border, and the option to change 3D MegaMan.EXE's voice language separate from the text language.[1]
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
GamersGate | Available as a bundle with Vol. 2. | |||
Available as a bundle with Vol. 2. | ||||
Green Man Gaming | Available as a bundle with Vol. 2. | |||
Humble Store | Also available as a bundle with Vol. 2. | |||
Steam | Also available as a bundle with Vol. 2. |
- All versions require Steam and Enigma Protector DRM.
- Denuvo Anti-Tamper DRM was removed on October 13, 2023.[2]
Monetization
Type | Notes |
---|---|
DLC | A cosmetic costume and additional music tracks to be utilized in-game are available for purchase. |
One-time game purchase | Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Vol. 1 requires an upfront purchase to access. |
Microtransactions
Type | Notes |
---|---|
No microtransactions | Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Vol. 1 has no microtransactions. |
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
---|---|---|
Custom PET Pack Vol. 1 | Contains a cosmetic skin for 3D MegaMan.EXE, and adds two new music tracks to the Music Player. Available for free to players who pre-ordered the game. |
Essential Improvements
Translation Revision for Battle Network 2 and 3
- This mod aims to generally improve the quality of the English script for Battle Network 2 and Battle Network 3 while mostly keeping to the original localization. It fixes and improves many lines, the result of a more or less full script comparison with the Japanese text. Also available for the GBA Version.
- Requires Chaudloader
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | <path-to-game>\exe\launcher_config.ini[Note 6] |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/1798010/pfx/[Note 7] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
---|---|
Windows | <Steam-folder>\userdata\<user-id>\1798010\remote |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/1798010/pfx/[Note 7] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Steam Cloud |
Video
Graphics feature | State | Notes | |
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Widescreen resolution | Limited to game selection and gallery menus. Battle Network games are pillarboxed to 3:2. Four screen scaling options are available. |
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Multi-monitor | Game only supports 16:9 resolutions. When set to "Borderless", aspect ratios wider than 16:9 are stretched to fill the screen.[3] |
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Ultra-widescreen | Game only supports 16:9 resolutions. When set to "Borderless", aspect ratios wider than 16:9 are stretched to fill the screen.[4] |
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4K Ultra HD | [5] | ||
Field of view (FOV) | |||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | |||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | An optional smoothing filter is available for all games. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | Not available for Battle Network games. False for 3D MegaMan.EXE. | ||
High-fidelity upscaling | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
60 FPS | |||
120+ FPS | Capped at 60 FPS. | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | |||
Ray tracing (RT) |
Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Remapping | Gamepad icons are displayed during gameplay even when using keyboard. | |
Mouse acceleration | ||
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | ||
Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | Limited to three presets. | |
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion |
Controller types |
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XInput-compatible controllers | ||
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Xbox button prompts | ||
Impulse Trigger vibration |
PlayStation controllers | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. |
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Generic/other controllers |
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Additional information | ||
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Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
---|---|---|
Separate volume controls | Five volume levels are available for Background Music and Sound Effects. "Min" mutes the option in question. |
|
Surround sound | Stereo only.[6] | |
Subtitles | Battle Network games uses text boxes for dialogue and have no voice acting. False for 3D MegaMan.EXE dialogue. |
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Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
Royalty free audio |
Localizations
- Text language cannot be changed while in-game.
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English | Voiceover is limited to 3D MegaMan.EXE only. | |||
Simplified Chinese | Voiceover is limited to 3D MegaMan.EXE only. | |||
Traditional Chinese | Voiceover is limited to 3D MegaMan.EXE only. | |||
Japanese | Voiceover is limited to 3D MegaMan.EXE only. |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Local play | ||||
LAN play | ||||
Online play | 2 | Versus |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
---|---|---|
Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer |
Other information
API
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Windows |
Modding
- All mods require Chaudloader
Featured Mods
- HD font mod for Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Replaces the Courier font of the vanilla game with an HD version of the original GBA font
Middleware
System requirements
Windows | ||
---|---|---|
Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 10 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i5-4460 3.4 GHz AMD FX-8300 | |
System memory (RAM) | 4 GB | 8 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1.47 GB[8] | |
Video card (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950 AMD Radeon RX 460 2 GB of VRAM DirectX 11 compatible |
- A 64-bit operating system is required.
Notes
- ↑ Known as Rockman EXE Advanced Collection Vol.1 (Japanese: ロックマンエグゼ アドバンスドコレクション Vol.1) in Japan.
- ↑ Known as Rockman EXE (Japanese: ロックマンエグゼ) in Japan.
- ↑ Known as Rockman EXE 2 (Japanese: ロックマンエグゼ2) in Japan.
- ↑ Known as Rockman EXE 3 (Japanese: ロックマンエグゼ3) and Rockman EXE 3 Black (Japanese: ロックマンエグゼ3 ブラック) in Japan.
- ↑ Mega Man Battle Network 3 use the latest v.1.1 build which incorporate bug fixes from the western GBA release.
- ↑ When running this game without elevated privileges (Run as administrator option), write operations against a location below
%PROGRAMFILES%
,%PROGRAMDATA%
, or%WINDIR%
might be redirected to%LOCALAPPDATA%\VirtualStore
on Windows Vista and later (more details). - ↑ 7.0 7.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Games with Steam Cloud support may also store data in
~/.steam/steam/userdata/<user-id>/1798010/
. - Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (1798010) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Update Announcement - Capcom, via Steam Events page. - last accessed on July 2023
- ↑ https://steamdb.info/depot/1798011/history/?changeid=M:6479892931656534289
- ↑ Verified by User:MasterBlaster on 2023-04-15
- Tested on a multi-monitor setup.
- ↑ Verified by User:MasterBlaster on 2023-04-15
- Tested by playing the game with my computer set at 2560x1080 resolution. The game's display resolution options didn't present me with my set resolution or any other ultrawide or ultratall resolutions, either. Setting the game to Borderless mode also stretched the image to fill out the resolution.
- ↑ Verified by User:MasterBlaster on 2023-04-15
- Tested by playing the game at 3840x2160 resolution.
- ↑ Verified by User:MasterBlaster on 2023-04-15
- Tested in 7.1 using Orban Loudness Meter in conjunction with Razer Surround.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 Verified by User:MasterBlaster on 2023-04-15
- As seen during end credits of collection.
- ↑ Verified by User:MasterBlaster on 2023-07-12
- Verified after downloading the game. Actual install size is 1.47 GB.