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A Critical Look at Mega Man: Dr. Wily’s Revenge Stages: Weapons

Apr 30, 2015 | Articles, Community Developments

While we don’t have our full inventory yet, we’ve reached the Wily stages, and that means it’s time to check out our weapons.

The Blue Ink Reviews Mega Man #48 – Yes, Virginia, There is a Mr. X…

Apr 27, 2015 | Articles, Community Developments, Reviews

For those of us who were looking for an epic fight against Gamma, this issue definitely delivered.

A Critical Look at Mega Man: Dr. Wily’s Revenge Stages: Fire Man

Apr 23, 2015 | Articles, Community Developments

Sure, let’s stand here and shoot some Suzys.

Editorial: Could Project X Zone 2 Be In for Some Special Guest Stars?

Apr 21, 2015 | Articles, Community Developments

One thought on how some of the biggest names from each company could be incorporated. It wouldn’t be the first time.

A Critical Look at Mega Man: Dr. Wily’s Revenge Stages: Elec Man

Apr 16, 2015 | Articles, Community Developments

Right away, we’re introduced to a new hazard.

Mega Myths: Mega Man Zero, Part 5

Apr 15, 2015 | Articles, Community Developments, User Submitted Content

We’ve retired the Mutos Reploids and toppled the highest ranking Guardians of Neo Arcadia. Now it’s time to take on the leader of Neo Arcadia’s iron-fisted regime, Copy X himself—and to study those who fight against him, including one shiny red warrior.

A Critical Look at Mega Man: Dr. Wily’s Revenge Stages: Ice Man

Apr 9, 2015 | Articles, Community Developments

Stay frosty for this Throwback Thursday.

Rockman Xover is Over… Like, Really Over Now

Apr 4, 2015 | Articles, Mega Man

The time has finally come.

A Critical Look at Mega Man: Dr. Wily’s Revenge Stages: Cut Man

Apr 2, 2015 | Articles, Community Developments

With the NES series complete, it’s time to see how Mega Man‘s formula translated to the handheld with Mega Man: Dr. Wily’s Revenge.

Wherein Power Corrupts

Apr 2, 2015 | Articles, Community Developments

Hey, remember last year when we posted that April Fool’s Day joke about a Mighty No. 9 animated series? We all had a good laugh over that one, didn’t we?

The Blue Ink Reviews Mega Man #47 – Castle of Decapitations

Mar 27, 2015 | Articles, Community Developments

It’s one of those days for Mega Man. Your home’s been torn to pieces, your former arch-nemesis-turned-good-guy has revealed that he’s still a jerk, your brother tried to kill you over reasons, and… oh yes, nearly forgot: You’ve got a big hulking yellow thing you barely killed once breathing down your neck in the darkness. Just one of those days.

A Critical Look at Mega Man Stages: These Enemies are the Pits

Mar 26, 2015 | Articles, Community Developments

So, these guys. One of the most hated Mega Man enemies, and for good reason.

A Critical Look at Mega Man Stages: The Big Guys

Mar 20, 2015 | Articles, Community Developments

As the damage sponge of Mega Man‘s roster, Big Eyes filled a memorable role in the first game. They’re tough to take down, tough to avoid, and will happily stomp new players into a corner when given the chance. Some variation of them appears in each game so far, and their use in the stages is worth reviewing in greater detail.

A Critical Look at Mega Man Stages: Ladders

Mar 13, 2015 | Articles, Community Developments

With the Nintendo Entertainment System series complete, I’d like to spend a few posts exploring some of the objects and designs as they were used throughout the games, and see what can be learned from them. For today, let’s have a look at ladders.

The Blue Ink Editorials: Lands of Confusion

Mar 9, 2015 | Articles, Community Developments

When I first heard that Archie was planning a followup to the Worlds Collide arc which would be entitled Worlds Unite, my first thought was, “Oh, goody. Another way for them to up their subscriptions for a short period of time.“ Admittedly, this was a particularly cynical thought on a particularly cynical day, but the more I think about it… the more I feel like my first snap judgment was the right one.