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Fact #37
Mega Man 11 is the only Classic Mega Man game, and the only Mega Man game that isn't a collection, to be released in the United States first, as it was released two days earlier in the US than in Japan. Only the Mega Man X Legacy Collection and Mega Man Zero Collection have also done this.
Mega Man 11 is the only Classic Mega Man game, and the only Mega Man game that isn't a collection, to be released in the United States first, as it was released two days earlier in the US than in Japan. Only the Mega Man X Legacy Collection and Mega Man Zero Collection have also done this.
March 27, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Fact #37
Mega Man 11 is the only Classic Mega Man game, and the only Mega Man game that isn't a collection, to be released in the United States first, as it was released two days earlier in the US than in Japan. Only the Mega Man X Legacy Collection and Mega Man Zero Collection have also done this.
Mega Man 11 is the only Classic Mega Man game, and the only Mega Man game that isn't a collection, to be released in the United States first, as it was released two days earlier in the US than in Japan. Only the Mega Man X Legacy Collection and Mega Man Zero Collection have also done this.
Fact #36
There exists graphics for an unused copy protection system in Mega Man for DOS. You would be shown a picture of an enemy from the game, and you would need to consult the game's manual, find the enemy's picture, and type in the name, similar to how some other DOS games' anti-piracy worked.
There exists graphics for an unused copy protection system in Mega Man for DOS. You would be shown a picture of an enemy from the game, and you would need to consult the game's manual, find the enemy's picture, and type in the name, similar to how some other DOS games' anti-piracy worked.
March 24, 2025 at 7:50 AM
Fact #36
There exists graphics for an unused copy protection system in Mega Man for DOS. You would be shown a picture of an enemy from the game, and you would need to consult the game's manual, find the enemy's picture, and type in the name, similar to how some other DOS games' anti-piracy worked.
There exists graphics for an unused copy protection system in Mega Man for DOS. You would be shown a picture of an enemy from the game, and you would need to consult the game's manual, find the enemy's picture, and type in the name, similar to how some other DOS games' anti-piracy worked.
Fact #35
The manual for Mega Man on the Game Gear says that Mega Man has been "saving the universe on console screens around the world for over ten years". This is untrue, as the game released in 1995 and the original Mega Man released in 1987.
The manual for Mega Man on the Game Gear says that Mega Man has been "saving the universe on console screens around the world for over ten years". This is untrue, as the game released in 1995 and the original Mega Man released in 1987.
March 23, 2025 at 11:22 AM
Fact #35
The manual for Mega Man on the Game Gear says that Mega Man has been "saving the universe on console screens around the world for over ten years". This is untrue, as the game released in 1995 and the original Mega Man released in 1987.
The manual for Mega Man on the Game Gear says that Mega Man has been "saving the universe on console screens around the world for over ten years". This is untrue, as the game released in 1995 and the original Mega Man released in 1987.
Fact #34
During a Christmas livestream in 2021 featuring the president of Inti Creates, Takuya Aizu, it was revealed that a third Mega Man ZX game was in development around the time of Mega Man 9's development, codenamed "Mega Man ZXC". It was cancelled likely due to the poor sales of ZX Advent.
During a Christmas livestream in 2021 featuring the president of Inti Creates, Takuya Aizu, it was revealed that a third Mega Man ZX game was in development around the time of Mega Man 9's development, codenamed "Mega Man ZXC". It was cancelled likely due to the poor sales of ZX Advent.
March 22, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Fact #34
During a Christmas livestream in 2021 featuring the president of Inti Creates, Takuya Aizu, it was revealed that a third Mega Man ZX game was in development around the time of Mega Man 9's development, codenamed "Mega Man ZXC". It was cancelled likely due to the poor sales of ZX Advent.
During a Christmas livestream in 2021 featuring the president of Inti Creates, Takuya Aizu, it was revealed that a third Mega Man ZX game was in development around the time of Mega Man 9's development, codenamed "Mega Man ZXC". It was cancelled likely due to the poor sales of ZX Advent.
Fact #33
The Misadventures of Tron Bonne's Japanese title, Tron ni Kobun, is likely based on the proverb "neko ni koban" (giving a gold coin to a cat), which means "casting pearls before swine". The game makes no reference to this, so it was likely chosen because "koban" and "kobun" sound similar.
The Misadventures of Tron Bonne's Japanese title, Tron ni Kobun, is likely based on the proverb "neko ni koban" (giving a gold coin to a cat), which means "casting pearls before swine". The game makes no reference to this, so it was likely chosen because "koban" and "kobun" sound similar.
March 21, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Fact #33
The Misadventures of Tron Bonne's Japanese title, Tron ni Kobun, is likely based on the proverb "neko ni koban" (giving a gold coin to a cat), which means "casting pearls before swine". The game makes no reference to this, so it was likely chosen because "koban" and "kobun" sound similar.
The Misadventures of Tron Bonne's Japanese title, Tron ni Kobun, is likely based on the proverb "neko ni koban" (giving a gold coin to a cat), which means "casting pearls before swine". The game makes no reference to this, so it was likely chosen because "koban" and "kobun" sound similar.
Fact #32
A US trailer for Mega Man Battle Network 6 says that the games are meant to tie into "MegaMan NT Warrior Beast". However, this is not true, as Rockman.EXE Beast never received an English dub. It is unknown whether there were plans to dub Beast or whether this is just an error.
A US trailer for Mega Man Battle Network 6 says that the games are meant to tie into "MegaMan NT Warrior Beast". However, this is not true, as Rockman.EXE Beast never received an English dub. It is unknown whether there were plans to dub Beast or whether this is just an error.
March 20, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Fact #32
A US trailer for Mega Man Battle Network 6 says that the games are meant to tie into "MegaMan NT Warrior Beast". However, this is not true, as Rockman.EXE Beast never received an English dub. It is unknown whether there were plans to dub Beast or whether this is just an error.
A US trailer for Mega Man Battle Network 6 says that the games are meant to tie into "MegaMan NT Warrior Beast". However, this is not true, as Rockman.EXE Beast never received an English dub. It is unknown whether there were plans to dub Beast or whether this is just an error.
Fact #31
Although the Mega Man Ruby-Spears cartoon is considered to be the first Mega Man cartoon, there was one that came before it. Mega Man: Upon a Star is a Japanese OVA series released in 1993, while the Ruby-Spears series first aired in 1994, making Upon a Star the first.
Although the Mega Man Ruby-Spears cartoon is considered to be the first Mega Man cartoon, there was one that came before it. Mega Man: Upon a Star is a Japanese OVA series released in 1993, while the Ruby-Spears series first aired in 1994, making Upon a Star the first.
March 19, 2025 at 7:45 AM
Fact #31
Although the Mega Man Ruby-Spears cartoon is considered to be the first Mega Man cartoon, there was one that came before it. Mega Man: Upon a Star is a Japanese OVA series released in 1993, while the Ruby-Spears series first aired in 1994, making Upon a Star the first.
Although the Mega Man Ruby-Spears cartoon is considered to be the first Mega Man cartoon, there was one that came before it. Mega Man: Upon a Star is a Japanese OVA series released in 1993, while the Ruby-Spears series first aired in 1994, making Upon a Star the first.
Fact #30
The Rockman 6 manga brings a unique change to one of the Robot Masters; Centaur Man is revealed to actually be a woman disguised as a man. She is also revealed to be the girlfriend of Knight Man in this continuity, attacking Mega Man in rage due to him defeating Knight Man beforehand.
The Rockman 6 manga brings a unique change to one of the Robot Masters; Centaur Man is revealed to actually be a woman disguised as a man. She is also revealed to be the girlfriend of Knight Man in this continuity, attacking Mega Man in rage due to him defeating Knight Man beforehand.
March 18, 2025 at 7:39 AM
Fact #30
The Rockman 6 manga brings a unique change to one of the Robot Masters; Centaur Man is revealed to actually be a woman disguised as a man. She is also revealed to be the girlfriend of Knight Man in this continuity, attacking Mega Man in rage due to him defeating Knight Man beforehand.
The Rockman 6 manga brings a unique change to one of the Robot Masters; Centaur Man is revealed to actually be a woman disguised as a man. She is also revealed to be the girlfriend of Knight Man in this continuity, attacking Mega Man in rage due to him defeating Knight Man beforehand.
Fact #29
Chokkan! Rockman was released for the Keitai Capcom phone service in January 2008. It's a collection of 12 minigames themed around different Mega Man characters, such as moving a cursor around Dr. Wily to make him dizzy, a rhythm game against Elec Man, or a skiing game with Fire Man.
Chokkan! Rockman was released for the Keitai Capcom phone service in January 2008. It's a collection of 12 minigames themed around different Mega Man characters, such as moving a cursor around Dr. Wily to make him dizzy, a rhythm game against Elec Man, or a skiing game with Fire Man.
March 17, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Fact #29
Chokkan! Rockman was released for the Keitai Capcom phone service in January 2008. It's a collection of 12 minigames themed around different Mega Man characters, such as moving a cursor around Dr. Wily to make him dizzy, a rhythm game against Elec Man, or a skiing game with Fire Man.
Chokkan! Rockman was released for the Keitai Capcom phone service in January 2008. It's a collection of 12 minigames themed around different Mega Man characters, such as moving a cursor around Dr. Wily to make him dizzy, a rhythm game against Elec Man, or a skiing game with Fire Man.
Hey all! Daily fact's coming in a bit, but I'd just like to announce that starting from this next fact, I'll also be including a Question of the Day, asking people their opinions on certain aspects of the Mega Man franchise while giving my own. See you in a bit!
~ S
~ S
March 17, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Hey all! Daily fact's coming in a bit, but I'd just like to announce that starting from this next fact, I'll also be including a Question of the Day, asking people their opinions on certain aspects of the Mega Man franchise while giving my own. See you in a bit!
~ S
~ S
Fact #28
AquaMan.EXE's name was changed to SpoutMan.EXE in the English localization of Mega Man Battle Network 6, as well as in MegaMan NT Warrior. The reason for this was likely to avoid being sued by DC Comics, due to both of them having a character named Aquaman.
AquaMan.EXE's name was changed to SpoutMan.EXE in the English localization of Mega Man Battle Network 6, as well as in MegaMan NT Warrior. The reason for this was likely to avoid being sued by DC Comics, due to both of them having a character named Aquaman.
March 16, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Fact #28
AquaMan.EXE's name was changed to SpoutMan.EXE in the English localization of Mega Man Battle Network 6, as well as in MegaMan NT Warrior. The reason for this was likely to avoid being sued by DC Comics, due to both of them having a character named Aquaman.
AquaMan.EXE's name was changed to SpoutMan.EXE in the English localization of Mega Man Battle Network 6, as well as in MegaMan NT Warrior. The reason for this was likely to avoid being sued by DC Comics, due to both of them having a character named Aquaman.
Fact #27
The first trailer for Mega Man X7 shows an early version of the game's intro stage, with differences like Axl being absent and the camera angle being different. Also, the back of the game's box shows X in the intro stage, which cannot be done without cheats as it is meant for Axl and Zero.
The first trailer for Mega Man X7 shows an early version of the game's intro stage, with differences like Axl being absent and the camera angle being different. Also, the back of the game's box shows X in the intro stage, which cannot be done without cheats as it is meant for Axl and Zero.
March 15, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Fact #27
The first trailer for Mega Man X7 shows an early version of the game's intro stage, with differences like Axl being absent and the camera angle being different. Also, the back of the game's box shows X in the intro stage, which cannot be done without cheats as it is meant for Axl and Zero.
The first trailer for Mega Man X7 shows an early version of the game's intro stage, with differences like Axl being absent and the camera angle being different. Also, the back of the game's box shows X in the intro stage, which cannot be done without cheats as it is meant for Axl and Zero.
Fact #26
Worlds Collide may have saved the Sonic and Mega Man Archie comics, as it allowed Ken Penders' characters to be removed easily after his attempts to sue Archie over the use of the his characters, and the potential cancellation of the Mega Man comics due to not meeting sales expectations.
Worlds Collide may have saved the Sonic and Mega Man Archie comics, as it allowed Ken Penders' characters to be removed easily after his attempts to sue Archie over the use of the his characters, and the potential cancellation of the Mega Man comics due to not meeting sales expectations.
December 29, 2024 at 2:07 AM
Fact #26
Worlds Collide may have saved the Sonic and Mega Man Archie comics, as it allowed Ken Penders' characters to be removed easily after his attempts to sue Archie over the use of the his characters, and the potential cancellation of the Mega Man comics due to not meeting sales expectations.
Worlds Collide may have saved the Sonic and Mega Man Archie comics, as it allowed Ken Penders' characters to be removed easily after his attempts to sue Archie over the use of the his characters, and the potential cancellation of the Mega Man comics due to not meeting sales expectations.
Fact #25
For some reason, in the Mega Man DOS games, Mega Man does not change color when he equips a Special Weapon. Also, in the first game, the Mega Buster is referred to as the "Plasma Cannon", a name which would be reused in the Mega Man Ruby-Spears cartoon.
For some reason, in the Mega Man DOS games, Mega Man does not change color when he equips a Special Weapon. Also, in the first game, the Mega Buster is referred to as the "Plasma Cannon", a name which would be reused in the Mega Man Ruby-Spears cartoon.
December 27, 2024 at 10:29 PM
Fact #25
For some reason, in the Mega Man DOS games, Mega Man does not change color when he equips a Special Weapon. Also, in the first game, the Mega Buster is referred to as the "Plasma Cannon", a name which would be reused in the Mega Man Ruby-Spears cartoon.
For some reason, in the Mega Man DOS games, Mega Man does not change color when he equips a Special Weapon. Also, in the first game, the Mega Buster is referred to as the "Plasma Cannon", a name which would be reused in the Mega Man Ruby-Spears cartoon.
Fact #24
All Mega Man X games have a fire-themed Robot Master with the sole exception of Mega Man X3.
X1 - Flame Mammoth
X2 - Flame Stag
X4 - Magma Dragoon
X5 - Mattrex/Burn Dinorex
X6 - Blaze Heatnix
X7 - Flame Hyenard
X8 - Burn Rooster
All Mega Man X games have a fire-themed Robot Master with the sole exception of Mega Man X3.
X1 - Flame Mammoth
X2 - Flame Stag
X4 - Magma Dragoon
X5 - Mattrex/Burn Dinorex
X6 - Blaze Heatnix
X7 - Flame Hyenard
X8 - Burn Rooster
December 26, 2024 at 11:41 PM
Fact #24
All Mega Man X games have a fire-themed Robot Master with the sole exception of Mega Man X3.
X1 - Flame Mammoth
X2 - Flame Stag
X4 - Magma Dragoon
X5 - Mattrex/Burn Dinorex
X6 - Blaze Heatnix
X7 - Flame Hyenard
X8 - Burn Rooster
All Mega Man X games have a fire-themed Robot Master with the sole exception of Mega Man X3.
X1 - Flame Mammoth
X2 - Flame Stag
X4 - Magma Dragoon
X5 - Mattrex/Burn Dinorex
X6 - Blaze Heatnix
X7 - Flame Hyenard
X8 - Burn Rooster
Fact #23
The Japanese version of Resident Evil: Director's Cut contains a demo of Mega Man Legends, using its early title, Rockman NEO. It has several control changes from the final game, like turning the camera with L1 or R1 during a dodge roll, no X-button escape roll, and decreased jump height.
The Japanese version of Resident Evil: Director's Cut contains a demo of Mega Man Legends, using its early title, Rockman NEO. It has several control changes from the final game, like turning the camera with L1 or R1 during a dodge roll, no X-button escape roll, and decreased jump height.
December 20, 2024 at 5:51 PM
Fact #23
The Japanese version of Resident Evil: Director's Cut contains a demo of Mega Man Legends, using its early title, Rockman NEO. It has several control changes from the final game, like turning the camera with L1 or R1 during a dodge roll, no X-button escape roll, and decreased jump height.
The Japanese version of Resident Evil: Director's Cut contains a demo of Mega Man Legends, using its early title, Rockman NEO. It has several control changes from the final game, like turning the camera with L1 or R1 during a dodge roll, no X-button escape roll, and decreased jump height.
Fact #22
As of September 30th, 2022, Mega Man 11 has been the highest-selling game in the entire Mega Man franchise, with 1.9 million copies sold as of May 2024. This is higher than even Mega Man 2, which sold 1.5 million copies worldwide.
As of September 30th, 2022, Mega Man 11 has been the highest-selling game in the entire Mega Man franchise, with 1.9 million copies sold as of May 2024. This is higher than even Mega Man 2, which sold 1.5 million copies worldwide.
December 19, 2024 at 12:19 PM
Fact #22
As of September 30th, 2022, Mega Man 11 has been the highest-selling game in the entire Mega Man franchise, with 1.9 million copies sold as of May 2024. This is higher than even Mega Man 2, which sold 1.5 million copies worldwide.
As of September 30th, 2022, Mega Man 11 has been the highest-selling game in the entire Mega Man franchise, with 1.9 million copies sold as of May 2024. This is higher than even Mega Man 2, which sold 1.5 million copies worldwide.
Fact #21
In early concept sketches for Mega Man & Bass, Burner Man was referred to as "Blast Man". This name would later come into use exactly 20 years later, when an ACTUAL Blast Man would be introduced in Mega Man 11.
In early concept sketches for Mega Man & Bass, Burner Man was referred to as "Blast Man". This name would later come into use exactly 20 years later, when an ACTUAL Blast Man would be introduced in Mega Man 11.
December 19, 2024 at 12:11 PM
Fact #21
In early concept sketches for Mega Man & Bass, Burner Man was referred to as "Blast Man". This name would later come into use exactly 20 years later, when an ACTUAL Blast Man would be introduced in Mega Man 11.
In early concept sketches for Mega Man & Bass, Burner Man was referred to as "Blast Man". This name would later come into use exactly 20 years later, when an ACTUAL Blast Man would be introduced in Mega Man 11.
Fact #20
Today is Mega Man's 37th anniversary!
...and we're still waiting for a new game
Today is Mega Man's 37th anniversary!
...and we're still waiting for a new game
December 17, 2024 at 10:54 PM
Fact #20
Today is Mega Man's 37th anniversary!
...and we're still waiting for a new game
Today is Mega Man's 37th anniversary!
...and we're still waiting for a new game
Fact #19
The news anchor from the opening cutscene of Mega Man 9 bears a striking resemblance to Chun-Li from the Street Fighter series. This may be a reference to the 1994 live-action Street Fighter film, in which Chun-Li is depicted as a news anchor.
The news anchor from the opening cutscene of Mega Man 9 bears a striking resemblance to Chun-Li from the Street Fighter series. This may be a reference to the 1994 live-action Street Fighter film, in which Chun-Li is depicted as a news anchor.
December 15, 2024 at 6:20 PM
Fact #19
The news anchor from the opening cutscene of Mega Man 9 bears a striking resemblance to Chun-Li from the Street Fighter series. This may be a reference to the 1994 live-action Street Fighter film, in which Chun-Li is depicted as a news anchor.
The news anchor from the opening cutscene of Mega Man 9 bears a striking resemblance to Chun-Li from the Street Fighter series. This may be a reference to the 1994 live-action Street Fighter film, in which Chun-Li is depicted as a news anchor.
Fact #18
The Rockman X DiVE Illustration Collection artbook reveals cut content that was planned to be in DiVE before the game ended service. Amongst them was planned collab content between DiVE and Rockman Xover, a previous Mega Man mobile title, as Nero L and Oro S were in the planning stages.
The Rockman X DiVE Illustration Collection artbook reveals cut content that was planned to be in DiVE before the game ended service. Amongst them was planned collab content between DiVE and Rockman Xover, a previous Mega Man mobile title, as Nero L and Oro S were in the planning stages.
December 14, 2024 at 9:56 PM
Fact #18
The Rockman X DiVE Illustration Collection artbook reveals cut content that was planned to be in DiVE before the game ended service. Amongst them was planned collab content between DiVE and Rockman Xover, a previous Mega Man mobile title, as Nero L and Oro S were in the planning stages.
The Rockman X DiVE Illustration Collection artbook reveals cut content that was planned to be in DiVE before the game ended service. Amongst them was planned collab content between DiVE and Rockman Xover, a previous Mega Man mobile title, as Nero L and Oro S were in the planning stages.
Fact #17
For whatever reason, in Mega Man 8, Party Balls can actually damage Mega Man for one hit point if he makes physical contact with them. It is unknown why they do this, since for the most part, they dispense items for Mega Man to collect.
For whatever reason, in Mega Man 8, Party Balls can actually damage Mega Man for one hit point if he makes physical contact with them. It is unknown why they do this, since for the most part, they dispense items for Mega Man to collect.
December 14, 2024 at 2:16 AM
Fact #17
For whatever reason, in Mega Man 8, Party Balls can actually damage Mega Man for one hit point if he makes physical contact with them. It is unknown why they do this, since for the most part, they dispense items for Mega Man to collect.
For whatever reason, in Mega Man 8, Party Balls can actually damage Mega Man for one hit point if he makes physical contact with them. It is unknown why they do this, since for the most part, they dispense items for Mega Man to collect.
Fact #16
Concept art for Mega Man X: Command Mission reveals that at one point, both Mega Man himself and Cut Man were planned to appear. This is further supported by the fact that having a save file for the PS2 version of Command Mission unlocks Cut Man as a mini-boss in Mega Man X8.
Concept art for Mega Man X: Command Mission reveals that at one point, both Mega Man himself and Cut Man were planned to appear. This is further supported by the fact that having a save file for the PS2 version of Command Mission unlocks Cut Man as a mini-boss in Mega Man X8.
December 12, 2024 at 10:12 PM
Fact #16
Concept art for Mega Man X: Command Mission reveals that at one point, both Mega Man himself and Cut Man were planned to appear. This is further supported by the fact that having a save file for the PS2 version of Command Mission unlocks Cut Man as a mini-boss in Mega Man X8.
Concept art for Mega Man X: Command Mission reveals that at one point, both Mega Man himself and Cut Man were planned to appear. This is further supported by the fact that having a save file for the PS2 version of Command Mission unlocks Cut Man as a mini-boss in Mega Man X8.
Fact #15
Between 2009-10, development began on a potential Mega Man Star Force 4, which would have featured a new character named Kazuma, a descendant of Lan Hikari from the Mega Man Battle Network games. The game was cancelled due to Star Force 3's poor sales, and was discovered on June 14, 2019.
Between 2009-10, development began on a potential Mega Man Star Force 4, which would have featured a new character named Kazuma, a descendant of Lan Hikari from the Mega Man Battle Network games. The game was cancelled due to Star Force 3's poor sales, and was discovered on June 14, 2019.
December 11, 2024 at 10:39 PM
Fact #15
Between 2009-10, development began on a potential Mega Man Star Force 4, which would have featured a new character named Kazuma, a descendant of Lan Hikari from the Mega Man Battle Network games. The game was cancelled due to Star Force 3's poor sales, and was discovered on June 14, 2019.
Between 2009-10, development began on a potential Mega Man Star Force 4, which would have featured a new character named Kazuma, a descendant of Lan Hikari from the Mega Man Battle Network games. The game was cancelled due to Star Force 3's poor sales, and was discovered on June 14, 2019.