Tag: Mega Man Classic

Is “Blue Bomber” a Blight on Mega Man?

Is “Blue Bomber” a Blight on Mega Man?

For nearly as long as Mega Man has been around, fans and the media have also known the robot hero as the “Blue Bomber.” We’ve discussed the origin of this term in the past, but now the question has been put forth: is it really appropriate for Dr. Light’s prized creation? That is the question […]

For nearly as long as Mega Man has been around, fans and the media have also known the robot hero as the “Blue Bomber.” We’ve discussed the origin of this term in the past, but now the question has been put forth: is it really appropriate for Dr....
Is “Blue Bomber” a Blight on Mega Man?

Worlds of Power: Mega Man 2 Animated

We’ve talked about the Scholastic Worlds of Power book based on Mega Man 2 before, and we’ve even seen the Angry Video Game Nerd, James Rolfe, perform a straight reading of it. But never in our wildest imaginations did we imagine we would ever be able to watch it: Granted, it’s a couple of years […]

We’ve talked about the Scholastic Worlds of Power book based on Mega Man 2 before, and we’ve even seen the Angry Video Game Nerd, James Rolfe, perform a straight reading of it. But never in our wildest imaginations did we imagine we would ever be able to...
Is “Blue Bomber” a Blight on Mega Man?

Covers and Solicitation for Archie’s Mega Man #17

A new day, a new solicitation for Archie’s Mega Man comic book series. This time, we’re looking at two new covers as issue #17 is set to reveal the origin of everyone’s favorite Red Rocker, Proto Man! But, there’s something more to this issue… something rather interesting, at that. But so as to avoid spoilers, […]

A new day, a new solicitation for Archie’s Mega Man comic book series. This time, we’re looking at two new covers as issue #17 is set to reveal the origin of everyone’s favorite Red Rocker, Proto Man! But, there’s something more to this...
Is “Blue Bomber” a Blight on Mega Man?

Watch Capcom Unity Play Mega Man 5 for a Chance to Win Rockman 5 Prizes

Continuing their monthly 2012 tradition of counting down to the 25th anniversary of the Blue Bomber by playing through all of the Classic series games, Capcom Unity will be playing through Mega Man 5 for the month of May this Friday the 18th. Tune in to Twitch TV for all the fun at… er, sometime […]

Continuing their monthly 2012 tradition of counting down to the 25th anniversary of the Blue Bomber by playing through all of the Classic series games, Capcom Unity will be playing through Mega Man 5 for the month of May this Friday the 18th. Tune in to Twitch TV for...
Is “Blue Bomber” a Blight on Mega Man?

Mega Man Comic Covers on deviantART

Just a quick note for you fans of Mega Man art and the Archie comic alike; colorist Matt Herms has added some new covers to his gallery on deviantART. Now, you can see such awesome images as Mega Man squaring off against Crash Man, the tabloid-esque cover to issue #13, or Rush and Mega Man […]

Just a quick note for you fans of Mega Man art and the Archie comic alike; colorist Matt Herms has added some new covers to his gallery on deviantART. Now, you can see such awesome images as Mega Man squaring off against Crash Man, the tabloid-esque cover to issue...
Is “Blue Bomber” a Blight on Mega Man?

Mega Man Versus Marathon on May 17th

Beginning at 6pm EST this Thursday, May 17th, the Ocean City Trinity, Triple Speed Runners, Bonus Stage Marathons, and Team Brocket are holding a 72-hour “Mega Man Versus” marathon for Child’s Play, during which they will be playing through 24 different games from the franchise. And not only that, but they are also competing with […]

Beginning at 6pm EST this Thursday, May 17th, the Ocean City Trinity, Triple Speed Runners, Bonus Stage Marathons, and Team Brocket are holding a 72-hour “Mega Man Versus” marathon for Child’s Play, during which they will be playing through 24...
Is “Blue Bomber” a Blight on Mega Man?

A Critical Look at Mega Man 2 Stages: Wood Man

Wood Man’s Stage and Music Graphics! We got robot trees, trees behind those trees, grass, wood patterns in the ground and…whatever is covering the top of it! Not bad at all. TMMN Staff

Wood Man’s Stage and Music Graphics! We got robot trees, trees behind those trees, grass, wood patterns in the ground and…whatever is covering the top of it! Not bad at all. Anyway, this is Batton and Robbit. Battons wake up after a couple seconds and...
Is “Blue Bomber” a Blight on Mega Man?

ScrewAttack Reviews Archie’s Free Comic Book Day Mega Man Offering

It would seem that Archie’s Mega Man comic book has been generating a fair bit of online buzz lately, what with the recent preview of issue #13, which begins an original story arc with new characters; an article about said issue, and the series at large; and of course, the Free Comic Book Day offering […]

It would seem that Archie’s Mega Man comic book has been generating a fair bit of online buzz lately, what with the recent preview of issue #13, which begins an original story arc with new characters; an article about said issue, and the series at large; and of...
Is “Blue Bomber” a Blight on Mega Man?

A Quick Update from MMN HQ

Just a quick, personal site note for you frequent MMN readers out there. I’m heading out of town next week to visit some friends and family; with any luck, I’ll be able to continue my updates while I’m away from home, save for when we’re traveling on the road. Of course, as I’m sure those […]

Just a quick, personal site note for you frequent MMN readers out there. I’m heading out of town next week to visit some friends and family; with any luck, I’ll be able to continue my updates while I’m away from home, save for when we’re...
Is “Blue Bomber” a Blight on Mega Man?

ComicsAlliance: “Why ‘Mega Man’ Is the Smartest Super-Hero Comic On the Stands”

Here’s a little something which has been popping up just about everywhere we look today– including a tip in our Inbox from Wilyman! In a new article on ComicsAlliance, Chris Sims talks a bit about Archie’s Mega Man comic book, lavishing it with praise as “one of the best comic books on the stands today.” […]

Here’s a little something which has been popping up just about everywhere we look today– including a tip in our Inbox from Wilyman! In a new article on ComicsAlliance, Chris Sims talks a bit about Archie’s Mega Man comic book, lavishing it with...
Is “Blue Bomber” a Blight on Mega Man?

Mega Man Fan Games Come Out to Play

When Capcom doesn’t deliver, it appears that Mega Man‘s fans are more than willing to pick up the slack. That seems to be the message being delivered loud and clear today as we’ve received tips for not one, not three, but two new fan games currently in development. The first one comes to us via […]

When Capcom doesn’t deliver, it appears that Mega Man’s fans are more than willing to pick up the slack. That seems to be the message being delivered loud and clear today as we’ve received tips for not one, not three, but two new fan games currently...