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Video Game Foresight - The Blue Bomber Hangs Up His Helmet

It's hard to believe that Mega Man—or Rockman, if you will—has been around for almost two and a half decades now. Yes, the original Mega Man game came out for the NES back in 1987, introducing the world to some of the worst cover art that's ever been seen. But at the time, the core concept behind the game was so completely groundbreaking that we all rushed out to buy the game anyway, despite the condescending looks we got from store clerks upon seeing the hideous-looking box in our hands.--CheatCC

JEW_UNIT4655d ago (Edited 4655d ago )

RIP Rock Man :(. Seriously Inafune needs to buy the franchise and get it as far away from Capcom as humanly possible.

DragonKnight4655d ago

Seems like Capcom is the place where franchises go to die. Onimusha, Viewtiful Joe, now Mega Man who arguably made Capcom who they are today. They are really epitomizing fail this gen.

maniacmayhem4655d ago

I think Inafune and capcom left on bad terms. He even sh*tted on capcom after he left.

I think this is capcoms way of getting him back.

jc485734655d ago

how does Inafune feel about this anyways?

32froshes4653d ago

Inafune feels awful about it. He has made an official apology:

“The decision for the cancelation was out of my sphere, but as someone who took part in the development, I’d like to convey something to the staff: I’m sorry that I couldn’t be of assistance. [To the fans of the series,] I’m truly sorry I couldn’t take part through the end.”

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Capcom wants to take 'great care' in new Mega Man games, won't rush development

Capcom says it wants to take 'great care' in new Mega Man games, is not interested in rushing new products out in order to maximize repeated sales.

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ApocalypseShadow287d ago

Good good good. Take your time... But don't wait too long.. lol. Need some Mega Man 202X

ZeekQuattro287d ago

5 years was than enough time for a new Mega Man game. The RE franchise had 3 remakes and RE8 in the last five years. Mega Man ain't that deep Capcom. Get it done. 🤣

GoodGuy09286d ago (Edited 286d ago )

The first brand spanking new megaman I really want them to make is... actually revive and continue the Legends 3 game. Realistically though, the next would probably be megaman 12, then a new battle network game.

343_Guilty_Spark286d ago

Can we get an X reboot in 2-D with anime cutscenes?

I like Megaman but always thought X was cooler.

VersusDMC286d ago

Totally agree on X coming back but with an 3d look like Guilty gear Strive or DBZ Fighterz. Cutscenes for those games look like an anime.

Still want it to be a 2D platformer with a more expansive Metroidvania type map.

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Mega Man Reveals New 35th Anniversary Art; Cafe Collab & New Merchandise Announced

Capcom has unveiled and listed new Mega Man merchandise for pre-order to celebrate the multi-faceted franchise's 35th Anniversary...

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Mega Man’s 35th Anniversary Shouldn’t Pass Without a New Game Announcement

The Blue Bomber has kept things low-key, but now that Mega Man's 35th anniversary has arrived, a new game should be part of the festivities.

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ZeekQuattro486d ago

For a while there it looked like Inafune's Mighty No. 9 lit a fire under Capcom's ass and they were forced to announce MM11 in response. When it was revealed that Might No. 9 was a nothing burger and MM11 under performed Capcom quietly shelved MM again outside of the occasional MM collection. At this rate they'll announce a Star Force or Power Fighters collection before MM12 or MMX8.

FallenAngel1984486d ago

Mega Man 11 is the best selling title in the entire franchise

ZeekQuattro486d ago

We're heading on the five year mark since 11. Sounds like it wasn't good enough for a Capcom. Franchise record or not.

Bobertt486d ago

At least we have the Battle Network collection coming in April.