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Mega Man: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts

Mega Man (1987): what the game is about, platforms, developer and rating, in one evergreen guide.

By the Pop Culture Files editorial team3 min read✓ Fact-checked
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Mega Man (1987) is a shooter, platform video game developed by Capcom, available on 3DS, Wii, famicom, WiiU, NES. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 76/100 on IGDB.

What is Mega Man about?

Experience the game that started it all! Play as cybernetic hero Mega Man as you battle to stop the evil scientist Dr. Wily and his Robot Masters from taking over the world! A classic platformer in every sense of the word, Mega Man features timeless 8-bit graphics, a memorable soundtrack, and balanced but challenging gameplay that combine to create one of the most iconic video games of all time.

Mega Man, known as Rockman in Japan, is a 1987 action-platform video game developed and published by Capcom for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES). It was directed by Akira Kitamura, with Nobuyuki Matsushima as lead programmer, and is the first game of the Mega Man franchise and the original video game series. Mega Man was produced by a small team specifically for the home console market, a first for Capcom, who previously focused on arcade titles.

Key details

Mega Man was released in 1987 and supports single player. Platforms: 3DS, Wii, famicom, WiiU, NES. Developer: Capcom.

Should you play Mega Man?

A solid 76/100 aggregate score makes Mega Man a safe pick for fans of shooter, platform.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of game is Mega Man?

Mega Man is a shooter, platform game by Capcom, released in 1987.

What platforms is Mega Man on?

Mega Man is available on 3DS, Wii, famicom, WiiU, NES.

Is Mega Man good?

Mega Man has an aggregate score of 76/100 from critics and players on IGDB.

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