From the very first Mega Man, you’re presented with a level select right from the start. Depending on which boss (colorfully called Robot Masters in-game) you fight, you’ll unlock new weapons ...

Also, the final stage having ... Tateishi’s favorite boss is Metal Man, while his favorite tune composed is the ending theme. He last played Mega Man 2 five years ago. Tateishi respects Kitamura ...

Additionally, the sphere can plow through any enemies above Mega Man without being consumed if they have less than three health. It is also one of two weapons that can damage the final boss (the ...

reach the level's themed boss, and face it in a battle to the death. But it was Mega Man 2 that polished those concepts to the level they’re famous for. The original Mega Man was fairly taxing ...