Capcom released the original Mega Man X video game for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES). It marked the beginning of the Mega Man X series, introducing new characters, gameplay mechanics, and a darker storyline than the original Mega Man series.
Mega Man X was released in North America for the SNES, bringing the critically acclaimed game to the Western audience and expanding its fanbase.
The game was localized and made available to European players, completing its initial global release.
Dr. Light completes the development of the X robot, designed to have free will and human-like emotions.
X is activated and begins his existence, embodying hopes for peace between humans and Reploids.
X joins the Maverick Hunters, an organization dedicated to stopping Reploids who go 'Maverick' and threaten human society.
Sigma, originally the leader of the Maverick Hunters, turns Maverick and starts a dangerous rebellion against humans and other Reploids.
Sigma's Maverick forces launch multiple attacks against cities and human settlements, escalating the conflict.
X is deployed to combat Sigma's Maverick forces, retrieving powerful weapons from defeated Mavericks.
X confronts Sigma in his fortress and defeats him, ending the immediate Maverick threat.
