Megaman Zero Alpha – Awaken, Zero! This fan-made prequel stars the crimson-clad android warrior slashing through swarms of Maverick robots unleashed by the villainous Dr. Weil before aiding his ally X in the future. Set across a series of demanding 2D side-scrolling stages, this game seamlessly captures the legacy of Capcom’s iconic platforming gameplay.
Wielding his signature Z-Saber and abilities like the ricocheting Shield Boomerang, Zero must unleash frame-perfect jumps and combat techniques to overcome sprawling enemy fortresses, scorching foundries, and frozen tundra bases. Defeat devious Maverick bosses like the tunneling Earthrock Trilobyte to gain their weapon abilities.
With vibrant retro pixel art and rocking chiptune music, this game replicates the unrelenting level design, tight controls and split-second reflex challenges of the early pre-PlayStation Blue Bomber era. Meticulous action platforming holds hidden paths to uncover EX Skills, Heart Tanks and more to aid Zero’s crusade.
Forged by dedicated fans over 5+ years, this passion project delivers a rewarding lost episode for followers of Capcom’s storied action franchise. For those craving more of the blistering Megaman Zero style of cybernetic clashes, Alpha quenches that thirst. Onward to destiny!
How to play Megaman Zero Alpha:
The goal is to guide Zero through 5 intense levels of sidescrolling platformer combat defeating enemy mechaniloids and fortress bosses.
Use the ARROW KEYS to run, jump, climb ladders and dash attacks with your Z-Saber. Press Z to swing your blade and X to fire the Z-Buster gun. Time your attacks to destroy enemies and avoid taking damage.
Collect power chips scattered through stages to unlock new abilities like an aerial dash, improved sword techniques and upgraded health/weapon energy meters. Activate specialized battle chips on the fly for temporary boosts.
Observe enemy attack patterns and placement of hazards like laser grids to progress. Conserve health and weapon energy for upcoming boss confrontations. Utilize Zero’s mobility to bypass threats quickly when possible.
With authentic high-speed action, unlockable abilities and large menacing bosses, Megaman Zero Alpha recreates the challenge of retro challenges. Guide Zero to victory and liberate cyberspace from the Republic’s iron grip!