Mega Man Zero 3
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(GameBoy Advance - PAL, Action & Adventure)
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Developed_By:
Inti Creates Co. Ltd.
Published_By:
Capcom
Released On:
23 Apr 2004
Mega Man Zero 3 is the third installment of Capcom's action-packed series. You play as Zero , tasked with finding and neutralizing the escaped "Dark Elf" before it can brainwash the Resistance to conquer Neo Arcadia.
The game builds upon the existing Cyber Elf system, introducing a new "chip" system where Zero can gain new abilities by installing chips in himself. Additionally, the concept of "Cyber Space" has been introduced, allowing players to use each Cyber Elf as much as they please without it dying. However, the scarcity of "Secret Disks" makes it advisable to spend more time in regular levels.
The gameplay is a mix of action and exploration, requiring players to navigate through various environments, fight enemies, and solve puzzles to progress.
UPC-A:
013388280247 (United States)
eBay Product ID:
30582541 (United States)
EAN-13:
4976219649964 (Japan)
Part #:
AGB-BZ3E-USA (USA)
Nintendo Media PN:
AGB-BZ3J-JPN (Japan)
ASIN:
B00024W1R4 (United States)
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Number of Players Supported:
1 Player
Miscellaneous Attributes:
Battery Backed RAM, e-Reader Compatible
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
In this action-platforming sequel to the Mega Man Zero series, players control the legendary cyborg warrior Zero as he joins Ciel and the Resistance to investigate a mysterious crashed spaceship emitting dark elf-like energy. The story follows their journey to uncover the secrets behind the new threat, leading to intense battles against former enemies and powerful new foes. The narrative explores themes of conflict resolution versus militaristic force while continuing the struggle against the remnants of Neo Arcadia.
Story
MEGAMAN ZERO 3 PROLOGUE
The legendary red Reploid "Zero" ended the threat of Copy X, the ruler of Neo Arcadia, and helped Ciel and her friends escape certain doom. After leaving the partially destroyed Resistance Base, Ciel joined other resistance forces fighting against the regime.
The commander of the new Resistance Base, Elpizo, gave Ciel a mysterious Cyber Elf. She devoted herself to finding a new alternate source of energy with the help of her allies.
With their great leader Copy X gone, Neo Arcadia appointed one of their Four Guardians, Harpuia, as their temporary leader. They continued with their previous schemes despite the loss.
Elpizo was bent on handling the conflict through force, contrary to Ciel's aspirations for a peaceful resolution. He initiated "Operation Righteous Strike," a full-scale attack on all of Neo Arcadia.
The operation ended in tragedy as Elpizo was defeated by Harpuia's retaliating forces. This defeat made Elpizo hungry for power, and he set his sights on the Dark Elf.
The Dark Elf is said to have triggered the Elf Wars, and Elpizo began a path of destruction to obtain it. He retrieved the Dark Elf from its resting place in the depths of Neo Arcadia and put it inside his body.
Elpizo believed this would grant him ultimate power. However, the power was too much for him to control, and Zero defeated him.
This event allowed them to avoid a repeat of the tragedy that was the Elf Wars. Despite the relief, a shadowy figure who had long prayed for the revival of the Dark Elf watched from the sidelines.
One day, long after the Dark Elf nightmare had passed and Neo Arcadia attacks subsided, news reached the Resistance. A giant spaceship had crashed down on a snowy plain.
The crash site emitted an energy reaction as strong as the Dark Elf. Ciel, alongside Zero and her friends in the Resistance, set off to investigate.
How to Play
Multiplayer Setup
This section explains how to connect two Game Boy Advance systems using the Game Boy Advance Game Link Cable. This game pak includes a multiplayer mode which requires the cable.
You Need:
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2 Game Boy Advance systems or Game Boy Advance SP systems
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1 MegaMan Zero 3 cartridge
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1 MegaMan Battle Network 4 Red Sun or MegaMan Battle Network 4 Blue Moon
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1 Game Boy Advance Game Link Cable
Connecting the Systems:
1. Confirm that the power is turned off for both units, then insert the cartridges in each.
2. Connect the Game Boy Advance Game Link Cable to each unit.
3. Turn the Power Switch ON on both Game Boy Advance units.
4. See page 15 for further instructions.
Player 1 will be the unit with the smaller of the two plugs on the Game Boy Advance Game Link Cable.
Cable Malfunctions
The Game Boy Advance Game Link Cable may malfunction under these conditions:
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It is not for the Game Boy Advance system.
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It is not connected correctly or has become disconnected.
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It is connected to the cable.
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More than two Game Boy Advance systems are connected.
Starting the Game
New Game
Press the START button on the Title Screen to bring up the main menu. Select "New Game" to begin a new game from the beginning, or "Load Game" to load a save and continue from there.
Load Game
Select a file from among the save data and continue the game from that location.
Select Mission
Missions are assigned in the Command Room. Stand on the plate in the middle of the room and talk to the Operator to select your mission. Missions that can be redone freely once cleared will also be available by talking to the Operator here.
Cyber Elves
Satellite
This type of Elf follows and circles you, providing backup. You can use them as many times as you want, and you won't have to worry about having any points taken off at the Result Screen either. You can equip one Elf in each of the two Satellite slots, and can change Elves from the menu screen.
Fusion
Some of these Elves can actually enter your body and become one with you, or transform into Sub-Tanks, etc. These types of Elves will die after one use, and will result in a penalty taken off on the Result Screen. Among the Fusion Elves, some can be modified and turned into Satellite Elves. There is no limit to the number of Fusion Elves you can use, in general.
Energy Crystals
Energy Crystals are essential for raising and modifying Elves, and each Elf requires a specific amount of Energy Crystals in order to raise or modify it.
List
View a list of all the Elves you've acquired through decoding Secret Discs.
Icon Explanations
Cycle through the tabs with the left and right directional buttons. In order from the left they are Nurse, Animal, and Hacker.
Satellite Elves
The ones with an "A" in the bottom-right are ones that go to work automatically when you enter cyberspace. You can use them as-is, just like that. Currently in use as a Satellite. The number in the bottom-right tells you which Satellite it is, either 1 or 2.
Fusion Elves
The ones with an "A" in the bottom-right are ones that go to work automatically when you enter cyberspace. You can use them as is, but they can also be modified for the opposite use, i.e., from Fusion to Satellite or from Satellite to Fusion. They can be used as-is, or modified and upgraded.
Cyber Space
At various points in the game you will find doors that lead to a world called Cyber Space. Stand in front of the door and press UP on the directional buttons to enter, and to come back to the real world, find the exit somewhere inside.
While in Cyber Space, the powers of certain Elves will automatically become effective, making you super-strong.
Saving the Game
When you're ready to save your game, go to the Resistance Base and talk to Ciel. When she asks, "Do you want to save?" select Yes. Your current progress, total number of Secret Discs, and button configuration will be saved. You can save up to five games before having to overwrite old save data.
Controls
L BUTTON
Dash
R BUTTON
Use Sub-Weapon (Hold R Button and Press B Button)
CONTROL PAD Directional Buttons
Move Cursor In Menus
CONTROL PAD Left/Right
Move Zero
CONTROL PAD Up/Down
Go Up/Down Ladders
CONTROL PAD Up
Talk to Friends, Enter Door
START Button
Call Up Sub-Menu
SELECT Button
Not Used
A BUTTON
Selection In Menus, Jump
B BUTTON
Cancel In Menus, Attack
Tips & Maps
The EX Skill
If your level is either S or A when you defeat the Boss, you can take away the Boss's EX Skill. You can toggle this on and off, and some require corresponding Body Chips.
Items & Weapons
NURSE ELVES
These elves back you up by helping keep you alive. Some will restore Zero's energy, and some will turn into Sub-Tanks for you.
ANIMAL ELVES
These elves help improve your abilities. Some can help boost your agility, and some will provide backup support during battle.
HACKER ELVES
These elves are capable of rewriting Area and Mission data. Some are able to make all the enemies in an area disappear, and some can even boost your Level to A for a single level.
LIFE ENERGY
Collect this to restore Zero's energy. Small ones will restore 4 units, big ones 8, and certain ones will restore all of your health.
ENERGY CRYSTALS (EC)
This substance is the energy that keeps Reploids running and is shown abbreviated as 'EC.' Use these to make your Cyber Elves grow and to modify them as well.
Z PANEL
Increases Zero's remaining lives by 1 (up to a maximum of 9). Get them from enemies, or find them in different locations in the game.
SUB-TANK
Allows you to store extra energy, and using one will restore Zero's life. They are hidden in different areas in the game.
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