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Go Nuts with Custom Volnutts
While it may be a while before Capcom fulfills the needs and desires of Mega Man Legends fans again, at least some of those same fans are taking it upon themselves to do something with the series and characters they know and love so well. In this case, one Ryan...
Inafune and Mega Man’s Cancellations: Post Hoc Ergo Propter Hoc
Some of you may remember that about a month ago, a well-spoken gentleman by the name of Andrew Eisen addressed Nintendo of America and their seeming decision not to release any of the "Operation: Rainfall" games (Xenoblade Chronicles, The Last Story, and Pandora's...
Let Legends “Shimeji” Invade Your Desktop
Here's an adorable way to customize your Windows PC, and show some Legends support. "Shimeji" is a freeware program that makes little characters run around your desktop. Furthermore, you can make your own image sets for new Shimeji characters. The characters will just...
Devroom Contents Saved for Your Consideration
The Japanese branch of the Mega Man Legends 3 Devroom is now closed for good, which is why I'm not bothering to even link to it now. If you didn't go through and save anything, you pretty much lost your chance. Or so it would have seemed! However, a plucky Legends fan...
GamePro Examines Colonel Capcom’s Secret Recipe for Mega Man
Ever wonder what secret ingredients Capcom used to come up with all the different types of Mega Man game we've seen over the years? GamePro has, and to that end, they have assembled the following flowchart which shows how things come together to form a heaping helping...
Dorkly Bits: Dr. Light’s Gift to Mega Man X
...and that's why some people choose to go through the game without finding any of Dr. Light's capsules. Source: Dorkly
Art Up with Art Buster
A ways back, fan Soul-Rokkuman began a project of collecting pieces of Mega Man fan art that were unfortunately not accepted in UDON's Mega Man Tribute. The finalized collection, the Art Buster Fanbook, is now out and available for download. This single PDF file...
Watch Some Mega Man Characters Get Their Groove On
I tweeted on this video by SwordMasamune a little earlier, but the truth is I just can't stop watching it. On top of that, there's actually MORE, so I broke down and felt the need to share it with you all more formally. I will take the time to mention, however, that...
3DCreative Magazine Cover Counts Down to Zero
If you should happen to come across the new August issue of 3DCreative on the magazine rack, you might notice a familiar face looking back at you, but in a whole new way. Adorning the cover is none other than a very creatively-interpreted 3D rendering of our favorite...
Mega Man and Aperture Science Team Up
In this bit of entertainment video, Mega Man gets equipped with his own portal gun after beating who we'd presume is Portal Man (possibly created while Wheatley was in charge). What ensues is a bit of game breaking madness with Mega Man using his new found toy to make...
LBD and Heat Man on The Joystiq Show
Earlier this week, Heat Man and I were both invited to take part in the latest edition of The Joystiq Show, a new podcast hosted by the video game blog every week or so. As one might have guessed by our very presence, this week's show involves Capcom and Mega Man....
Auto Voices His Opinions on Capcom’s Handling of Mega Man Legends 3
Since the cancellation of Mega Man Legends 3 was announced, out friend Auto over at MMN affiliate E-Can Factory has made several posts in response to Capcom's unpleasant actions and handling over the project as a whole. Following are some select posts from the past...
IGN: You Don’t Know Jack About Mega Man
IGN has posted an article about Mega Man, but it doesn't seem to be aimed at the likes of you or I. Titled "You Don't Know Jack About Mega Man," it sets out to correct the misconceptions held by fans of the original series (and only the original series) that all other...
The Grand Robot Master Remix Battle Wrap-Up
It's been a crazy few months, but the Grand Robot Master Remix Battle of 2011 we covered back in April has finally come to an end. What does this mean for the casual observer? How does 57 free Mega Man remixes from a wide variety of artists sound? For those not in the...
Showing Support for Mega Man X in Marvel vs. Capcom 3
Submitted to us by MMN reader Alyssa Watts is a special music video dedicated to the pursuit of seeing Mega Man X in Marvel vs. Capcom 3: "[H]ere is a little song I wrote," Alyssa says, "not only just for fun (and NO PROFIT INTENDED), but to show some support for my...
No, Capcom Is Not Headhunting The Protomen…
Following the accusations of Capcom throwing anyone with even the slightest hint of Blue Bomber in their blood out of the San Diego Comic-Con, new charges have been levied against the company. The latest mud slung at Capcom have positioned them as the author of a...
It’s OtaRockman 2011! Learn How You Can Be a Part!
It's that time of year again! Next weekend, from July 29th to 31st, Otakon returns to the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, Maryland, and as always, the Mega Man fan gathering "OtaRockman" will be there as well! Events kick off with the annual panel, "Mega...
“Those Halcyon Days”
Following Megaman2468101214's Ode to Mega Man from the other day, David Trigger Helton has followed up with his own Legends-centric poem. Take it away, David! "Those Halcyon Days" I still recall those halcyon days: Days of island exploration, Days of Diggers'...
Other Reactions to the Cancellation/Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 News (Updated: 7/24)
Gamers everywhere felt the sting of Capcom's announcement of the cancellation of Mega Man Legends 3 late Monday night. I posted my reaction here the following day (which itself garnered quite a reaction-- thank you all for that), and many of you have not been at all...
Guest Column: “Analysis of the Cancellation and How It Can Be Saved”
MMN reader Omar has created an essay which looks at why he believes Mega Man Legends 3 was canceled, as well as the possibilities for its return. Mind, he did submit this to us a few days ago, and we have only now been able to post it, so there may be some parts which...
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