Mega Man X4: How to Get Ultimate Armor with a Secret Command
Mega Man X4: How to Get Ultimate Armor with a Secret Command
The Ultimate Armor, the strongest hidden element in 'Mega Man X4,' is a legendary topic. Many players might know of its existence but struggle with a complex command, or simply don't know how to obtain it. While clearing the game with regular armor is possible, donning this ultimate suit dramatically changes the game's difficulty, providing an overwhelming sense of exhilaration.
In this article, I, the chief writer of the Game-Rack editorial department, will thoroughly explain everything from the easy-to-input Ultimate Armor command to its overwhelming performance and recommended strategies after obtaining it. Even if you've given up on getting it before, you should be able to obtain it for sure after reading this article.
The Overwhelming Performance of the Ultimate Armor
The Ultimate Armor is the ultimate equipment that maximizes combat capabilities, based on the performance of the regular Force Armor. It possesses power so immense that Dr. Light sealed it as a 'forbidden armor.' Its specific performance is an upgrade to the Force Armor, with the Body Parts' capabilities especially enhanced.
Its greatest feature is the ability to use the Giga Attack, 'Nova Strike,' unlimited times without any energy consumption. While the regular Force Armor required recharging energy after each use, the Ultimate Armor has no such restriction. This allows you to instantly defeat even the bosses you struggled with before, let alone enemies throughout the stages.
| Part | Force Armor | Ultimate Armor |
|---|---|---|
| Head Parts | Special Weapon energy consumption becomes 0 | Same as left |
| Arm Parts | Can choose Stock Charge or Plasma Charge | Fixed to Plasma Charge Shot |
| Foot Parts | Allows Air Dash and Hovering | Same as left |
| Body Parts | Damage halved. "Nova Strike" can be used with energy consumption | Damage halved. "Nova Strike" can be used infinitely without energy consumption |
Aside from the Arm Parts being fixed to the high-penetration Plasma Charge Shot, it can be said that it is a complete upgrade to the Force Armor.
Simple Command: Just Input It on the Character Select Screen
To get the Ultimate Armor, simply input a specific command on the character select screen when starting the game. Although it might seem complicated at first glance, anyone can succeed if they calmly input it. Button names differ by platform, so please input according to your console.
- PlayStation / PlayStation 4/5 (Mega Man X Legacy Collection) Version:
Hover over X, then "Press X Button twice, Left Directional Button six times, then press the Confirm Button (Circle Button) while holding L1 and R2 Buttons." - Nintendo Switch (Mega Man X Legacy Collection) Version:
Hover over X, then "Press B Button twice, Left Directional Button six times, then press the Confirm Button (A Button) while holding L and ZR Buttons." - Sega Saturn Version:
Hover over X, then "Press B Button twice, Left Directional Button six times, then press the Confirm Button (A or C Button) while holding L and R Buttons."
Once this command is entered, you're all set. However, the command input window is surprisingly strict, and many might feel unsure if they've truly succeeded or don't know when to enter the capsule. If you want to avoid detours, checking out the complete strategy guide for command input tips and efficient progression afterwards will allow you to get the strongest start more smoothly.
How to Confirm Command Success and Important Notes
You can tell if the command was successful by the color of X after starting the game. If the normally blue X has changed to a slightly purplish hue, it's a sign of success. Once you're in this state, all you need to do is enter Dr. Light's capsule hidden in any stage to obtain the complete Ultimate Armor set.
As a note, once you've started a game, you cannot input this command later with that save data. It must always be performed on the New Game character select screen. If the color hasn't changed, it's possible you input it too fast or didn't press the final buttons simultaneously, so return to the title screen once and try again calmly.
Recommended Stage to Equip the Armor Fastest
Once the command is successfully entered, let's go find Dr. Light's capsule to obtain the armor. While you can get the Ultimate Armor by entering any capsule in any stage, it's natural to want to experience its power as quickly as possible.
The recommended stage to reach the capsule fastest is the 'Web Spider' stage. Simply take the lower path at the branching point, and you'll find the Arm Parts capsule, which is relatively easy to locate. Once you reach and enter this capsule, the purple Ultimate Armor, complete with all its parts, will be equipped instantly.
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The Exhilaration of Instantly Defeating Bosses with Infinite Nova Strike
Equipping the Ultimate Armor transforms the game experience. Its greatest appeal, the infinite Nova Strike, is truly invincible. You can sweep through complex gimmicks and formidable mid-bosses with Nova Strike.
Its power is especially devastating in boss battles. It's as if all your careful strategizing, using weak-point weapons and reading enemy patterns, was a lie; with continuous Nova Strikes, boss health bars melt away in an instant. Even the final boss, Sigma, is no exception, and the exhilaration of overwhelming them with such immense power is definitely addictive once experienced.
The Ultimate Armor opens up a new way to enjoy 'Mega Man X4.' Take this opportunity to acquire it and indulge in the ultimate Reploid's unparalleled gameplay.
