Mega Man Zero Walkthrough
Complete Mega Man Zero walkthroughs for all four games: mission order, stage routes, hidden items, S-Rank runs and the best starting tips for new players.
What is this Walkthrough?
This walkthrough section covers mission-based progression across Mega Man Zero 1-4: the order to take missions, optimal stage routes, hidden pickups, mission time limits and the conditions for A/S-Rank rewards that unlock EX Skills in later games.
Why follow this guide?
Never Miss a Mission
Learn the correct mission order and how the resistance base hub works so you never lock yourself out of stages.
Beat the Time Limits
Some missions have strict timers and rescue conditions - our routes show the fastest safe path through each stage.
Earn A and S Ranks
Rank determines EX Skill unlocks in Zero 2-4; we break down the score formula and how to keep it high.
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