Udon Store Exclusive Mega Man #0 and Hitoshi Ariga "Bad Box Art" Mega Man Metal Card

Missed out on Mega Man #0 earlier this month? Udon’s got you covered with a store-exclusive variant featuring all four Mega Men, illustrated by Jeffrey "Chamba" Cruz. And for "Mega May," they're running a special promotion: spend $80 on Mega Man goods and receive an exclusive Bad Box Art Mega Man Metal Collectible Card—drawn by none other than Megamix creator Hitoshi Ariga. As far as I know, this is the first time Ariga has drawn the big guy, so it’s a pretty unique addition for anyone who's a fan of his work.

Udon’s Mega May promotion runs through May 30. Check out everything available here!

Mega Man ZX Timelines #1 Covers and Solicitation

Courtesy of Lunar Distribution, here are three cover variants and solicitation for Mega Man ZX Timelines issue #1:

Centuries in the future, a battle is fought over control of the Biometals – living artifacts that contain powerful weapon data! One person stands in the way of the destructive Pseudoroids and their hidden master using this power for evil – Vent, a Mega Man with the combined powers of Biometal Z and Biometal X!

This issue is written by Matt Moylan, with covers by Dax Gordine (A), Hanzo Steinbach (B) and Andrew Dickman (C). Mega Man ZX Timelines is due to hit comic shops in August. 

Source: Lunar Distribution

Mega Man X is the Theme of Super MAGFest 2026

Super MAGFest, the annual Maryland-based convention celebrating video game music and culture, has announced that its 2026 event will be themed around Mega Man X. The theme will set the tone for the entire show, shaping everything from cosplay and merchandise to the lineup of musical guests and featured artists.

The announcement trailer above offers a first look at the Mega Man X-inspired “lore,” which will continue to unfold over the coming weeks and months. The trailer’s music was composed by our friend RRThiel, whose deep appreciation for Mega Man shines through every note.

MAGFest has long been a gathering spot for Mega Man fans to attend panels, cosplay, and connect with one another—so if you’ve never been, this might be the one to catch. Super MAGFest 2026 will run from January 8th to 11th. More details are available from the event's official website.

Threezero MDLX Zero Figure Revealed

First teased back in September, Threezero has revealed the prototype for the next entry in their MDLX Mega Man line: Zero. This figure is based on Zero's "Type 2" form, which first appeared in Mega Man X2.

There’s no word yet on a release window, price, or what accessories will be included. The figure will be on display at the Shizuoka Hobby Show from May 14 to May 17. More information may be revealed during the event.

Source: Threezero JP

Mega Man Series Sales Top 43 Million

Capcom announced today through its financial results that the Mega Man series has sold a total of 43 million units as of March 31, 2025. The previously reported number, back in July 2024, was 42 million.

Despite the fact that the last game released was Mega Man XDIVE Offline in August 2023 for PC and mobile devices, the franchise continues to grow thanks to the most recent collection, Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection, and the ongoing sales of Mega Man 11 and other Legacy Collections.

On the horizon, while we wait for a new game to be announced, we can look forward to UDON's Mega Man Timelines comic book series.

Officially Licensed Mega Man X Jersey From Geek Jerseys

Just in time for Mega Man X Timelines #1, Geek Jerseys is releasing a limited run of officially licensed Mega Man X hockey jerseys. Only 150 will be made, each individually numbered. The design is inspired by X himself, featured prominently in a hockey-style “Maverick Hunters” logo. The number 93 on the back commemorates the original release year of Mega Man X, with embroidered Maverick Hunters and Sigma emblems on the shoulders.

As a limited edition item, it doesn’t come cheap—we're looking at $140 USD. But if you've got the Zenny to spare, go wild. More images and details are available at Geek Jerseys.

Harumi Fujita, Akira Kitamura Reunite for "Rockmama" Album

Mega Man creator Akira Kitamura and Mega Man 3 composer Harumi Fujita have reunited for the first time since their Capcom days for Fujita’s debut solo album, Rockmama. Set to release this July, the album features 14 brand-new tracks inspired by some of Fujita’s favorite games, including Zelda, Mario Kart, Splatoon, Undertale, and of course, Mega Man. Kitamura provided the album’s cover art, drawing inspiration from Fujita’s viral TikTok video where she composed a "new" Mega Man-style track for her son.

The opening track, “Blue Pulse,” is a clear homage to Mega Man—so faithful to the original sound, it could easily pass as an unreleased stage theme. Give it a listen here!

Rockmama is due out in July, with pre-orders available now from Black Screen Records. 

Mega Man Secret Level Dr. Light's Lab Concept Art by Luis Mejia

The steady drip of concept art from the Secret Level episode Mega Man: Start continues with a behind-the-scenes look at Dr. Light's lab. Luis Meija, the senior concept artist at Illusorium Studios, has shared new artwork showcasing the central location of the short. The images reveal intricate details, unseen areas, such as the return of Dr. Light's microwave from Mega Man 11.

Mega Man Timelines #1 John Giang Cover Variant Revealed

If you're aiming to collect every variant of Mega Man: Timelines #1, here's another one to track down. Artist John Giang—known for his work on Marvel, DC, and Transformers titles—has created an exclusive cover variant available only at Tardy Comics, a toy and comic book shop in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

A Michigan native, Giang will also appear in-store at Tardy Comics on June 28th to promote the comic and sign copies.

With limited availability and an artist appearance to boot, this variant might be worth the trip if you're nearby!

Source: Tardy Comics

Mega Man #0 Free Comic Book Day Reminder

Just a friendly reminder—Free Comic Book Day is happening Saturday, May 3rd at participating comic shops and local libraries. As part of the celebration, Udon Entertainment will debut Mega Man #0, a one-shot story that's separate from the upcoming Mega Man Timelines series. 

Written by Tavis Maiden, the issue features artwork by Edwin Huang, Jeffrey "Chamba" Cruz, Kenny Ruiz, and Andrew Dickman. You can see a few sample panels here.

If you're in the U.S., you can use the Comic Shop Locator to find a nearby store taking part. If you're outside the U.S., some shops may list leftover copies online after the event—sometimes even on secondhand marketplaces.

Ian Flynn Confirms Capcom Owns the Archie Mega Man Characters

With Archie Comics' Mega Man series back in the spotlight, an old question has resurfaced: who exactly owns the rights to the original characters created for the comic, like Quake Woman and Dr. LaLinde? Capcom, Archie—maybe both? To finally settle the matter, Ian Flynn addressed the topic on the latest episode of the BumbleKast.

Kyle Crouse: Who owns the rights to the Mega Man characters that originated in Archie? (e.g. if Capcom willed it, could Tempo appear in Mega Man 12?)

Ian Flynn: As far as I'm aware, Capcom owns everything, and yeah; they could bring her back.

Kyle Crouse: Well... what are they waiting for?

Ian Flynn: Mega Man 12 I guess. 

Of course, Ian is joking about Mega Man 12. But the important point here is that there's been long-standing speculation about who owns characters that don't originate from the games—whether it's the author who created them, or the company or publisher they worked for. 

There are exceptions—such as Marty, who belongs to Yoshihiro Iwamoto—but in the case of the Archie Mega Man characters, Capcom retains full ownership. If they choose, we could absolutely see some of these original characters appear in future games, merchandise, or other projects.

Source: Pirate Queen vs. Pirate Queen?! | BumbleKast

Mega Man Zero Timelines #1 Covers and Solicitation

Courtesy of Lunar Distribution, here are the three variant covers and solicitation for Mega Man Zero Timelines #1.

Lost in a barren wasteland, the heroic Reploid Zero fights on! The world he knows is gone, but a new future is rising, and it needs protection. Enter a dynamic new era of Mega Man history!

This issue marks Ian Flynn’s return to writing Mega Man, his first story since the Archie Comics series. Artwork is by Hanzo Steinbach, who also provides Cover A and C, while Cover B is illustrated by Jeffrey 'Chamba' Cruz.

Mega Man Zero Timelines #1 is expected to go on sale in July.