Blue Bomba
Capcom has just announced that Mega Man will make his way to current-gen consoles this summer, courtesy of the Legacy Collection. 3DS owners hoping to enjoy some classic, 8-bit platforming during their summer commute are out of luck, though - the collection won't be available on Ninty's handheld until winter.
This tasty package brings together the blue bomber's first 6 console outings, all of which have been restored and retooled for modern 1080p displays. Digital Eclipse, who are handling the conversion, ensure us that the games' original, chunky 8-bit aesthetic will remain completely untouched, so worry not, pixel purists.
In addition to the six original games, the collection will also include a treasure trove of Mega Man data, a Museum replete with all manner of artwork, sketches and other visual goodies, and Challenge and Practice Modes.
Practice mode pits players against one of the series' many bosses, while Challenge Mode remixes various stages, creating new gauntlets for seasoned vets to conquer. They will also be able to post their best times to a global, online leaderboard. So, better get practising.
While it's nice to see Capcom giving the Blue Bomber an airing on current-gen platforms, this collection is pretty sparse, especially when compared to previous Mega Man compilations, which offered a lot more bang for your buck. The exclusion of Mega Man 7, 8 and 9 is particularly jarring, making this more of a Legacy-ish Collection, in truth.
While I'm piling on the cynicism, I'd also point out that this collection is releasing suspiciously close to Mighty No, 9, further cementing my opinion that this is more quick cash-grab than an honest attempt to do right by long-suffering Mega Man fans.
Still, while I bemoan Capcpom's money-grubbing ways, I'll probably still plonk down the cash and buy this on Steam when it hits. Yes, I'm part of the problem, but who knows, if this rakes in enough capital maybe Capcom will finally start making new Mega Man titles. A man can dream...
If you want to see the Legacy Collection in action, check out the trailer below.
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