Proto Man and Solar Blaze Mega Man Figure-Plushies Up for Pre-Order

For over a decade, Great Eastern Entertainment has held the licensing rights for Mega Man 10, continuing to produce posters, keychains, and other knick knacks long after the game’s release. Now, following a brief hiatus, the manufacturer returns with four new figure-plushies.

Standing at 4.5 inches tall, these poseable plushies feature PVC heads and soft bodies, and are set to ship in November. The lineup includes three Proto Man variants (happy, neutral, and battle-ready) and a Mega Man based on the Solar Blaze special weapon. Each is priced at $19.99, according to Big Bad Toy Store's listings.

It’s a bit of a random lineup, but that’s how Great Eastern typically operates with Mega Man. This is likely just the beginning, though. If there's a character you'd love to see next, let us know in the comments!

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Development on Mega Man X8 16-Bit Fan-Game is Complete

After two and a half years of development, AlyssonDaPaz's 16-bit Mega Man X8 "demake" is finally complete and available to play.

The demake, as previously reported, recreates X8 in the style of the Super Nintendo trilogy, while incorporating modern quality-of-life improvements such as widescreen support and 60 FPS gameplay. All of the original game’s stages are included, with some staying faithful to the original while others—like the Ride Chaser stages—have been completely reimagined. The Chip shop from the original game has been removed; instead, items are now hidden throughout the stages and can be used immediately upon discovery. There's some other updates too, like the addition of the Special Weapon radial from Mega Man 11, which allows you to quickly switch weapons at any time.

It's important to note that X is the only playable character. Since AlyssonDaPaz developed the game solo, the scope was deliberately limited to avoid lengthy delays. Nevertheless, X8 fans should be satisfied with the final result! You can download it right here. Enjoy!

Kotobukiya Rockman.EXE "Premium Charge Shot Version" Announced (Updated)

Kotobukiya has revealed a "Premium Charge Shot" version of Rockman.EXE, a irridescent redeco of the original 2022 kit. 

This new version, slated as a Koto Shop exclusive in Japan, features shiny, polarized plating andcolors to replicate Rockman.EXE charging his buster. The Sword and slashing effect parts have been updated to resemble the Dream Sword Program Advance from the games, too. You can see what that looks like below!

First Look at Lan Hikari Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster Costume DLC

Capcom completes the trifecta of Mega Man-themed DLC outfits with a new clip from Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster, featuring Frank West dressed as Lan Hikari, complete with the iconic headband. The video’s thumbnail, possibly the highlight of this collaboration, shows Frank-Lan packing heat—a sight that’s sure to be shared for years to come.

The Lan Hikari outfit comes with its own unique BGM, "Hometown," which can be played over the Willamette Parkview Mall speakers. The other Mega Man-themed costumes include MegaMan.EXE and Tron Bonne, each accompanied by their respective BGMs: "Running Through The Cyber World" and "Flutter vs. Gesellschaft."

Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster will be available digitally on September 19th followed by a physical version on November 8th.

First Look at Tron Bonne Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster Costume

Hot on MegaMan.EXE's trail, Capcom has unveiled the second of three Mega Man-themed outfits for Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster: the one and only Tron Bonne. Frank West has never looked more fabulous—an absolute showstopper, truly (and somehow, it even improves his hairline).

The Tron Bonne costume is part of the "Mega Man Pack" DLC, which also includes outfits for MegaMan.EXE and Lan Hikari. The pack features three background music tracks based on each outfit: "Running Through The Cyber World" for MegaMan.EXE, "Hometown" for Lan, and "Flutter vs. Gesellschaft" for Tron.

Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster arrives on digital storefronts on September 19th, with a physical edition coming this November for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S|X.

ThreeZero MDLX Mega Man X Due in March 2025

ThreeZero has confirmed at the Tokyo Toy Show that the MDLX Mega Man X will be released in March 2025. The latest prototype, showcasing a wide range of articulation similar to newly-released MDLX classic series Mega Man. Although previous images showed X and Mega Man at roughly the same height, a ThreeZero representative confirmed that the final figure will be slightly taller.

Additional details on price, accessories and availability are forth coming.

Source: HJ Web

Kotobukiya Black Zero Now Available to Pre-Order

The first model kit from Kotobukiya set for release in 2025 is Black Zero, now available for pre-order exclusively through Big Bad Toystore. More retailers are expected to carry the kit in the coming days as well.

In the meantime, you can check out some images and the model kit specifications after the break!

Hub Style and Dark MegaMan.EXE Join Capcom's "Capcorom" Plush Line

Capcom's delightful Capcorom plush collection—affectionately known as "beans" by fans—is gaining two new additions from the Battle Network series this: Hub Style and Dark MegaMan.EXE.

Both bean boys will be available at Capcom Store's Tokyo, Osaka, and Umeda locations starting this Friday, August 30th. They’ll be priced at 1,100 yen each, roughly $7.60 USD. If you'd rather try your luck at winning them for free, they'll also be available as prizes through Capcom's online crane game service, Net Catcher. 

For those keeping track, Hub Style and Dark MegaMan.EXE bring the grand total of Capcoron plushies to ten. The current lineup includes MegaMan.EXE, Bass.EXE, Lan Hikari, Zero, and Mega Man, Roll, Rush, and Proto Man from the Classic Series.

Source: Capcom Amusement

Mega Man Theme "Dr. Wily Stage 1" Coming to Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival

Rhythm game Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival is set for a big re-release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series consoles, and PCs later this fall, packed with new content. One surprising addition is Dr. Wily Stage 1 from Mega Man 2. Players can rock out to the classic theme alongside a Takio no Tatsujin-ified Mega Man, who looks right at home with the game's art style.

Other new tracks include Monster Hunter: World (World Medley), Persona 5 (Last Surprise), and Pac-Man (Join the Pac). While Last Surprise is exclusive to the PlayStation 5 version, Dr. Wily Stage 1 theme and other songs will be available across all platforms.

Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival will release for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series and PC via Steam on November 7, 2024.

Capcom Partners with Sega Prize for Rockman UFO Catcher Plushies

Rockman-themed UFO catcher prizes have been a staple for nearly as long as the franchise itself, with the first batch hitting machines shortly after the release of Rockman 3 in 1990. The tradition continues with confirmation of a new wave, set to appear in Sega UFO catcher machines in winter 2025.

Leading this collection is classic Rockman, featuring his iconic Rock Buster and a seated pose, perfect for display on any desk or shelf. While details on other characters in the line are yet to be revealed by Sega, they are expected to follow a similar style.

These prizes often make their way outside of Japan through specialty import retailers, so even if you can't try your luck in person, you'll likely have a chance to snag a few online.

Source: Sega Navi News

Mega Man Will Appear in Amazon Prime's Secret Level TV Series

From the creators of Love, Death & Robots comes Secret Level, an adult animated anthology series featuring original stories set within the universes of iconic video game franchises. Among the IPs confirmed to be represented, Mega Man is set to have his own dedicated episode, as revealed in the show's teaser trailer.

Mega Man Makes RE Engine Debut for Capcom College Course (Updated)

Capcom Japan announced a new game development course at Kindai University, where students will learn to use the RE Engine. The announcement included an image showing Mega Man in a test stage running on Capcom's modern proprietary engine. This is the first time Mega Man has been featured in the RE Engine, as recently-released titles like Mega Man 11 were developed on the ageing MT Framework. (UPDATE: Nikkei confirms that the students will develop a "new" Mega Man game in RE ENGINE. The finished product is highly unlikely to be available for commercial distribution.)

At first glance, it might seem like the RE Engine assets are reused from Mega Man 11. The K-Drone definitely is. However, there are a few subtle details that might be worth a closer look.