Keiji Inafune Blamed "Arrogance" for Mega Man Legends' Commercial Failure

On paper, Mega Man Legends had everything going for it: top-of-the-line graphics for its time, fast-paced action, storytelling, and a cast of fully-realized, marketable characters. And yet, the game was not a hot seller. What went wrong? Where did Mega Man Legends—or Capcom—miss the mark?

In his little-known and largely undocumented 2012 book, How to Create a Mega-Hit Product That Sells to 100 Million People, Keiji Inafune offered some introspection. Behind the game’s failure, he admits, was a dangerous assumption: that the fans would buy it no matter what.

Review: Kotobukiya Black Zero

Kotobukiya returns with another exclusive kit—this time, it's the long-awaited Black Zero. AWas it worth the wait? Stick with me after the break as we dive into everything you need to know about Black Zero.

Shooting Star Rockman Manga Artist Shares New and Old Art

When Capcom announced that new Shooting Star Rockman goods would be featured in the latest Cap Kuji lottery, the series quickly began trending on Twitter—at least in Japan. Masaya Itagaki, the author and illustrator of the official Shooting Star Rockman and Tribe manga, took notice and was instantly inspired to draw his Blue Bomber once again for the first time in several years.

Review: Kotobukiya MegaMan.EXE Premium Charge Shot Ver.

Kotobukiya returns with a brand-new exclusive model kit—this time spotlighting MegaMan.EXE in a slick Premium Charge Shot Version. Will this kit bust some viruses or crash and burn in the process? Stick around after the break as we dive into the highs and lows of this release.

An FAQ on Mega Man Timelines, Mega Man Adventures, and More

To help clear up any confusion about the different Mega Man books releasing this year, Udon Entertainment has shared a wealth of new details that may answer some of your most frequently asked questions. From Mega Man Timelines to Mega Man Adventures and beyond, here’s a breakdown of what’s coming and what you can expect.

Archie Comics Mega Man is Back - New Reprints From Udon Announced (Updated)

Keeping this secret was tough, but it's finally out—Udon Entertainment is reprinting Archie Comics' Mega Man series!

In collaboration with Archie, Udon is remastering the comics in an oversized format with new short stories from the original creative team. To top it all off, the first volume will be available in hardcover. More details, including the release date, are coming soon. (UPDATE: Udon has provided an FAQ to some of your burning questions. Check it out here.)

Originally published in 2011, the Archie Comics Mega Man run delivered fresh stories inspired by the classic series, with Ian Flynn as the lead writer. It wrapped up in 2015 after 55 issues, leaving the door open for a potential adaptation of Mega Man 4. 

While these reprints don’t guarantee a full revival, a strong reception could definitely turn some heads. Stay tuned for more updates soon!

First Look at Mega Man Zero, Mega Man ZX and Mega Man Legends Timelines Covers

Udon Entertainment has unveiled the standard cover art for Mega Man Zero, Mega Man ZX, and Mega Man Legends Timelines issue #1. Following the visual theme established by Mega Man Timelines and Mega Man X Timelines #1, each cover features its respective protagonist set against a backdrop of familiar villains.

Notably, the Mega Man ZX cover has undergone a significant revision since its initial preview, with Vent's face now more closely resembling the original character design.

Here’s a quick rundown of who's who and when to expect each issue:

• Mega Man Zero Timelines #1 (July 2025) Story: Ian Flynn - Art: Hanzo Steinbach

• Mega Man ZX Timelines #1 (August 2025) Story: Matt Moylan - Art: Dax Gordine

• Mega Man Legends Timelines #1 (September 2025) Story: David Oxford - Art: Mic Fong

You can see the previously-revealed Mega Man Timelines and Mega Man X Timelines covers hereand here.

Mega Man Makes a Cameo Appearance in New Devil May Cry Anime

In recent years, the Mega Man and Devil May Cry series have crossed paths in various ways—from the Mega Buster appearing in Devil May Cry 5 to Dante and Vergil influencing the designs of new characters in Mega Man X DiVE. Now, with the launch of a new Devil May Cry anime, Mega Man makes a standout cameo in one of the episodes.

New Official Shooting Star Rockman Goods Revealed

Long overdue for some representation, Capcom has unveiled a new line of official Shooting Star Rockman merchandise, available through the latest Cap Kuji lottery.

The grand prize is a wearable Warrock plush that fits over your hand. Measuring just over 13 inches in length, it's ideal for cosplay. Other prizes include a set of B2-sized tapestries, desk mats, acrylic stands, keychains, and tin badges. You can see what each item looks like here.

Lottery tickets are available for purchase at 880 yen (roughly $6.15 USD) each. The odds of winning are divided into prize tiers, with the rarest item—the Warrock plush—having just a 1% chance of being drawn.

Prizes are expected to ship to winners between August and September 2025. While there's no guarantee these items will be available outside the lottery, past Cap Kuji merchandise has later gone on sale both online and at Capcom Store locations across Japan. We’ll be keeping an eye out for any updates—after all, it’s not every day we see Shooting Star Rockman getting some love!

Mega Man Legacy Collection 1 Has Compatibility Issues on Nintendo Switch 2

Following today’s Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, Nintendo has released a comprehensive list of Switch 1 games with compatibility issues on the new console. The list is divided into two categories: games with in-game issues and those with startup problems.

Most Mega Man games from the original Switch library will run without issues on the new system. However, Mega Man Legacy Collection 1 has been flagged for unspecified compatibility problems. While the game will boot, the issues are significant enough to warrant its inclusion on the list. Nintendo has stated that they are currently investigating the matter, so hopefully, a fix will be in place before the Switch 2’s launch on June 5.

Visit the links above to see if some of your favorite Switch 1 titles face any current issues.

Source: Nintendo

Mega Man X Mavericks Cook Delicious Food in Latest Teppen Update

The first Teppen card pack of 2025 has arrived! Titled The Great Steam Trial, it primarily features the Ace Attorney and Sengoku Basara series. As for the Mega Man series, only two new cards were added, starring Launch Octopus from Mega Man X and Burn Rooster from Mega Man X8. They're, uh, cooking eggs and octopus...

Rockman DASH Mobile Game Does Kobun Fly? Preserved

LNRC of Keitai Wiki has successfully ripped and dumped another long-lost Rockman DASH mobile title, which has remained largely inaccessible—especially to English-speaking fans—for 22 years.

Kobun ga Tobun? (or Does Kobun Fly?) is a bite-sized autorunner released in 2003 for Japanese feature phones. You control a Kobun, using a single-button input to jump over pits, with its built-in propeller helping it hover and clear obstacles. The game also featured online leaderboards, which, while currently disabled, are in the process of being restored.

To play, download the latest version of Keitai World Launcher. Once installed and fully updated (if Java is missing, the launcher will prompt you to download it), search for "Kobun ga Tobun"? in the search bar. Click "Launch," and you're ready to fly!

Two more games in the Flying Kobun series remain undumped: Kobun ga Tobun? Xmas, a Christmas-themed variant, and a 2010 re-release of the original featuring updated graphics. The search for those continues, but for now, enjoy this small piece of lost history!