X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse is a 1995 side-scrolling action brawler developed by Capcom for the SNES. Set on the island of Genosha, the game lets you control five distinct X-MenโWolverine, Cyclops, Psylocke, Gambit, and Beastโas they fight through enemy forces to stop Apocalypse. Bringing their fighting game pedigree to the genre, Capcom implemented Street Fighter-style motion inputs for the characters’ mutant powers, making the combat uniquely technical.
How to Play
Guide your chosen mutant through their individual mission, then team up to tackle the remaining stages. Defeat enemies, navigate platforming hazards, and beat the boss at the end of each level.
- Move: Arrow Keys
- Attack: Z
- Jump: X
- Start / Pause: Enter
- Select: Shift
Tips
- Master the Special Moves: You need to use quarter-circle and other directional motions combined with the attack button to unleash mutant powers, just like a classic fighting game.
- Play to Character Strengths: Once you reach the team stages, select characters that fit the environment. Beast excels in vertical platforming sections, while Cyclops is ideal for keeping enemies at a distance.
- Watch Your Health: Extra lives and health pickups are scarce. Learn the reach of your normal attacks and use mobility moves like Psylocke’s slide or Wolverine’s wall climb to stay out of danger.
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