The revival of the beloved X-Men animated series has sent waves of excitement through the fan community, with each new episode sparking lively discussions and reactions across social media platforms. Episode 4 of the series proved to be no exception, as fans eagerly tuned in to witness the latest adventures of their favorite mutant heroes!
X-Men ‘97 continues to amaze and impress me each time a new episode is out. Just watched Ep. 4 now and it’s been an incredible series so far. It will probs end up being in my favorite shows of 2024 if it keeps up this pace. Love all these characters. 🥰 #XMen97 #XMen pic.twitter.com/acnxw3iGfj
— shaun_98 (@shaunlirag) April 3, 2024
In the latest thrilling installment of X-Men ’97, fans are taken on a nostalgic journey filled with homages to classic X-Men stories and exciting Easter eggs that pay tribute to the rich history of the mutant universe. One of the standout moments is Jubilee’s immersive video game experience, which captures the essence of classic arcade-style gameplay and adds a fun and interactive element to the storytelling.
Oh man, X-Men ’97 gets even better every week. Today’s episode they get sucked into a retro video game which bears a striking resemblance to the X-Men 1992 arcade game!
THEY MADE THIS FOR ME!!! 🤓😂#XMen #XMen97 #XmenArcade pic.twitter.com/v6QC268UQm
— Alex Thorn (@AlbinoBandit) April 3, 2024
Episode 4 plays as sort of a double story with the first half being about Mojo, an alien slaver that kidnaps some of the X-Men to be part of his “shows” and the second half being a more serious toned part of the episode called Life/death. Fans were quick to jump on how they felt about this.
X-Men 97 : EP 4 (Disney Plus-2024)#XMen97
Um episódio 2 em 1. A primeira metade trata-se de um leve respiro para a história e uma delicada homenagem aos RPG. A segunda retorna com a seriedade, mas infelizmente perde o seu charme inicial.#XMen
Nota: 7.0 (bom) pic.twitter.com/5mtJ4kc4gn— Nerdola Vader (@NerdolaVader) April 3, 2024
The introduction of Mojo, a character who quickly captured the attention of viewers with her unique powers and compelling backstory, was part of the original series of Aliens named “Spineless Ones”.
Tomorrow’s X-Men 97 episode is titled “Motendo/Lifedeath.” Is anyone else staying up till 3am to watch this absolute legend grace our screens in 4K? #XMen97 #XMen pic.twitter.com/AhKcvXsON9
— X-Men Trove (@xmentrove) April 2, 2024
Fans took to Twitter and Reddit to share their excitement about Mojo’s appearance.
watching the new xmen 97 and mojo has me smiling ear to ear. he’s so queenie pic.twitter.com/5DWbnL9sG6
— jid✰ 🇵🇸 | superman -`♡´ (@SUPERMANSWlFE) April 3, 2024
Fans delighted in seeing Jubilee take on virtual challenges and showcase her mutant powers in a new and exciting way, drawing parallels to her iconic role as the youthful and energetic member of the X-Men team. And some say that was one of the most entertaining parts of the episode.
Episode 4 of Xmen 97 is probably the weakest episode of the show so far! But it was still very enjoyable! The Jubilee story was probably my favorite part of the episode! I wasn’t a huge fan of how they started the life death storyline but I’ll reserve judgment till arc conclusion
— Dan (Danotaz Media) (@DanotazMedia) April 3, 2024
But not all fans liked the idea of a 2 in 1 story, some fans thought each story deserved its own episode.
X-men 97 is rushing way to much their is no reason Storm & Forge didn’t have a entire episode & got shoved into a random arcade episode with Jubilee. That needed to be 2 separate episodes cause how are you doing Lifedeath in 8 minutes! #xmen97 #xmen pic.twitter.com/7u73yfJHCO
— Steven T (@steventphoto) April 3, 2024
Fortunately some fans actually enjoyed the double story and claimed that both were delightful watches and additions to season 1 of the series so far.
The Motendo half of the episode was cute but the Lifedeath Part 1 half was BEAUTIFUL, Ororo Munroe you absolute queen #XMen97 pic.twitter.com/UxQZrOBH6F
— Dan 🏳️🌈 🇮🇪 🇯🇲 (@DeeLon17) April 3, 2024
One of the standout elements of Episode 4 was that Magneto seemed to be a bit suspicious, at least fans seemed to be concerned with his demeanor so far.
Im disappointed Magneto did not say “Welcome to Die” on Xmen 97 episode 4
— Harieth Engr. Ratio (@WarriorSlept) April 3, 2024
The episode also shines with a plethora of Easter eggs that reference classic X-Men stories,
XMEN 97 cooked this last episode…soo many Easter eggs
— Jerry Johnson III (@jjohn2j3) April 3, 2024
X-Men 97 Episode 4 Breakdown & Easter Eggs#XMen #XMen97https://t.co/hrTQdxqZ0k
— Kakuchopurei (@Kakuchopurei) April 3, 2024
One of the easter eggs was the mention and introduction of storms arch villain, The Adversary. Longtime fans of the comics noticed and couldn’t help but tweet about it on social media.
Today’s newest episode of X-Men ’97 has introduced Forge and Storm’s old foe from the comics, The Adversary! #XMen97 #XMen #MarvelComics #Marvel #MarvelStudios pic.twitter.com/1eQk3H1fMt
— Kristopher Cornileus👑 (@ManofTomorrow22) April 3, 2024
A special moment fans are raving about on social media is at the end of the first story, Jubilee and Sunspot share a firework worthy kiss.
This is a cute Jubilee X Sunspot moment!🥰🥰🥰🥰👏👏👏👏👏 #XMen97 #JubileeXSunspot #XMen97Jubilee #XMen97Sunspot https://t.co/Mw0jX32vld
— Joshua Pharoah. Sumter (@AwesomeOKing123) April 3, 2024
On social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok, fan artists showcased their talents by creating stunning art inspired by Episode 4, capturing memorable moments and character interactions with vibrant colors and dynamic compositions. These artistic tributes served as a testament to the enduring impact of the X-Men animated series and its ability to inspire creativity and passion among fans of all ages.
Drawing Jubilee from X-Men ’97 as a Furry Otter! 🎨 Dive into the Fuzz-tastic Transformation! #XMen #XMen97 #furry pic.twitter.com/hgfKLnYlQr
— 💚 RodolfoSlime🖌️ Commissions Open (0/5)🎨 (@rodolfoslime) March 25, 2024
As fans eagerly await the next installment of X-Men ’97, the buzz surrounding Episode 4 continues to reverberate through the online fandom, with debates, theories, and fan works keeping the excitement alive. But another thing that people love is seeing real life references in shows.
A primeira parte do ep 4 de X men 97 é um episódio “respiro” focado na Jubileu e no Roberto, o vilão Mojo funciona bem nesse caso, é um episódio bem padrão.
Detalhe para o vídeo game “Motendo” o processo pela Nintendo vem kkkkkkk
Pra essa primeira parte dou nota 7/10 pic.twitter.com/u3UCcKzpH2— ᵏᵃᶦᵠᵘᵉ 𖦹❆ (@Srkaiqu3) April 3, 2024
The motendo system mentioned in Episode 4 by Mojo was based on Super Nintendo and an actual game called X-men Mutant Apocalypse.
I love the whole 90’s Arcade Vibe of Motendo and how part of it is literally a big reference to the X-Men Arcade Game. #XMen97 pic.twitter.com/vYBblRM5xA
— The Web Geek (@TheWebGeek18) April 3, 2024
Whether it’s discussing Motendo, Jubilee’s character development, analyzing the Sentinels’ tactics, or simply sharing their love for the X-Men universe, fans remain deeply invested in the world of mutants and the captivating stories that continue to unfold in this iconic animated series.
#XMen97 Episode 4
A well deserved break after that blistering opening arc. The 2-part format is a fun ’90s gimmick, but I’d have taken a full order of #Tron meets the #Konami #XMen arcade. The #Storm section has some good drama, but it feels a little unfinished & tagged on. 👍 pic.twitter.com/WREqArGq10
— Infinity Watcher (@InfinityWatchah) April 3, 2024
In conclusion, Episode 4 of X-Men ’97 has once again demonstrated the enduring appeal of the X-Men franchise and its ability to captivate audiences old and new. With its rich storytelling, compelling characters, and thrilling action sequences, the series continues to reignite the passion of fans around the world, uniting them in their shared love for these extraordinary mutants and the adventures that define their legacy.