Soft Vinyl Rockman Toy Announced

Japanese toy maker Electric Toys announced a new addition to their SOFVIPS lineup... Rockman

SOFVIPS is a brand launched in 2020 by Electric Toys that mostly focuses on soft vinyl products based on different characters. So far they have released soft vinyl toys from Chibi Maruko-chan, Tokyo Tribe 2, Crayon Shin-chan and the Sonic series.

Beyond the prototype image above, no other details are available at this time. Based on past toys, it's safe to assume a price tag between 6.000 Yen and 8.000 Yen for sizes that go from 10cm to 16cm. There's been some exceptions for over-sized toys too. We'll see.

We can expect images of the painted figure, price and release date to be announced at a later date. In the meantime, you can take a look at their other toys to get a better idea of what to expect from Rockman here!

Devil May Cry & Rockman X DiVE Collaboration Announced

After three collaborations with Monster Hunter and one with Street Fighter, Rockman X DiVE is tapping into something a little different this time. The Deep Log is crossing paths with Capcom's stylish action game Devil May Cry 5 with brand-new versions of X and Zero!

Find all the details after the break!

Capcom Cafe and Rockman EXE Collab Announced

From March 24 to April 27, Capcom Cafe in Ikebukuro and Umeda will be hosting a collaboration event with the Rockman EXE series featuring special themed menus and goods. 

The main visual, which you can see above, was drawn by official Capcom Japan staff. Additional announcements regarding the kind of goods and menu items are forthcoming. 

Judging by the products released in 2018 when Capcom Cafe collaborated with the Rockman series prior to the launch of Mega Man 11, we can probably expect clear files, coasters, stickers and other miscellaneous knick-nacks. 

If you happen to be around Tokyo or Osaka during event, you can reserve your seat(s) at the Capcom Cafe by following the instructions here.

Alia Takes the Spotlight Again in Teppen's Newest Card Pack

Teppen's second card pack of the year is finally here! This time, the main focus is the Ace Attorney and Resident Evil series with a little wiggle room for the long-forgotten fan-favorite Haunting Ground. 

Mega Man X series fans need not fear, though. The Turnabout Festival card pack shines a spotlight on Alia again following White Day Alia's inclusion last year.

You can check all the Mega Man X-themed cards after the break!

"Rockman EXE NEW STORIES 2023" One-Shot Manga Coming in April

We are less than two months away from Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection. And if the release of the Original Soundtrack wasn't already a good enough complementary project, a new one-shot manga by Ryo Takamisaki has been announced.

Find all the details after the break!

Rockman-san & Rockman-chan Vol. 02 Cover Art Revealed

Ahead of Rockman-san and Rockman-chan's physical and digital release on March 3rd, Kadokawa Comics has revealed both manga's cover arts.

Rockman-chan volume 2 spans 196 pages and will continue the story from chapter 12. Meanwhile Rockman-san comes packed with 194 pages and continues from chapter 19.

Both manga continue to run successfully on the digital pages of Young Ace UP charting comfortably among the top 10 most read manga on the site.

You can pre-order the digital version or the physical version in many places -- Amazon Japan, Book Walker among others. 

After the break you can see the pre-order bonus available in Japanese retails GAMERS and Melon Books.

DiVE Armor iCO Brings Her "Administrator Privileges" to Rockman X DiVE on Wednesday

New DiVE Armor characters are still being added to Rockman X DiVE, even amidst the never-ending reruns of previous events. However, no new events are expected until March, which coincides with both the game's third anniversary and a collaboration with a new Capcom IP.

In the meantime, this week iCO is finally getting her very own DiVE Armor. All the details after the break! 

Nana Joins Mega Man X DiVE Next Week

Next week on the global version of Mega Man X DiVE, another character from Mega Man X Command Mission joins the roster. Fan-favorite navigator Nana will be landing on all servers, brings with her a free 10-pull everyday.

The event stage The Faithful Guardian will be available too and you can expect the usual rewards plus the Command Mission card from the point exchange list.

When it comes to DNA Code unlocked next week, the NA Server will get Magma Dragoon & Harpuia's DNA Code and the EU and LATAM Servers Harpuia's. Additionally, a Dark Code Coin Capsule will be available too. 

If you wish to check some store paid packs you can do so after the break!

ViA's True From Brings the Final Battle to Rockman X DiVE This Wednesday

Following his reveal a couple weeks ago, players can finally square off against ViA's true form this Wednesday with the last part of Chapter 20. What's more, he'll be a playable character too.

Find all the details after the break!

ViA Joins Mega Man X DiVE Next Week

Next week, the North American server for the global version of Mega Man X DiVE will finally receive one of the best characters in the roster: ViA. His gacha capsule comes with a single free 10-pull.

What's more? A special Valentine's Day Capsule featuring Valentines Day Ciel and Valentines Day Iris will be available. Players can get a free 10-pull voucher on the 7th day login.

When it comes to new DNA Code, ViA, Valentines Day Ciel and Valentines Day Iris will get theirs unlocked. Meanwhile, the European and LATAM servers will receive Super Bass with a single free 10-pull in his gacha capsule.

Super Bass, Valentines Day Ciel and Valentines Day Iris DNA Code will unlock. Both servers will get the same Valentine's Day Capsule and free voucher as the North American server.

Lastly, all servers will get the chance to fight against X4 Sigma's 3rd form in the third round of the Guild Boss event.

Rockman EXE Advanced Collection Original Soundtrack Due in April

(UPDATE: cover art added via Amazon Japan)

The newly-arranged tracks for Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection (Rockman EXE Advanced Collection) will receive a physical CD release, according to a listing at HMV. The album will be published by Capcom's music label, Suleputer, on April 19th for 2,750 yen. A few days after the game launches.

The soundtrack description reads: "Memorable songs from each title in the collection are brought back to life with new arrangements!" 

e-Capcom has confirmed that the album will contain 22 tracks. 

Four of these arranged tracks were previously confirmed as pre-order bonuses for the collection itself. Pre-ordering Vol.1 will net you Hometown (Pop Rock Version), Shooting Enemy (Dance Version) and Vol. 2 Liberation Mission (Piano Version) and Central Town (Kawaii Future Bass Version). These tracks will be added to the in-game music player.

Source: HMV

"Gaea Armor X" Smashes Europe and LATAM Servers Next Week in Mega Man X DiVE

Next week on the global version of Mega Man X DiVE, the European and LATAM servers are finally getting Gaea Armor X. Meanwhile, the North American server will see the return of Street Fighter V collab characters Ryu, Chun-Li and Akuma. No new characters are expected.

Find all the details after the break!

Before the Final Showdown, Rockman X DiVE's ViA Reveals His True Form

ViA has been a mystery since day one; scheming from the shadows and preparing "the player" for a final confrontation. And now, that time is almost upon us.

In a scene from the latest story mode chapters (Chapter 20-4 and 20-5), RiCO and "the player" managed to extract the Robot Destroy Program from ViA. This led to a battle against the "Last Irregular Data", i.e the Sigma Virus. ViA appears before them sporting a brand-new armor and a clearly visible face. He is battle-ready for the final confrontation...

... It remains to be seen if the release of 20-6 will mark the end of the current story arc or the story mode altogether. 

The development team hasn't made an announcement yet when we can expect to go toe to toe with ViA one more time. However, considering there will be no maintenance next week and the current DiVE Armor Iris capsule ends on February 1st, it's safe to assume the last Story Mode chapter (and most likely a playable version of the new ViA) will drop on February 1st.

Let us now what you think of this new revelation in the comments! 

DiVE Armor Iris Joins Rockman X DiVE

Rockman X DiVE is expanding its roster of DiVE Armor characters this week with the addition of DiVE Armor Iris (previously teased back in November).

DiVE Armor Iris comes in shortly after the release of DiVE Armor RiCO at the tail end of 2022. And by the looks of things, she won't be the last character to receive a DiVE Armor upgrade.

Find all the details after the break!

"Dr. Light the Martial Artist" Joins Mega Man X DiVE Next Week

Next week, the global version of Mega Man X DiVE will see the addition of Dr. Light the Martial Artist to the North American server, while the European server will welcome Droit and Angie, who have already had an early release on the North American server. Additionally, the Latin American server will receive Dark MegaMan.EXE.

Find all the details after the break!

Teppen Kicks Off the New Year with "Sigma's Invasion"

Teppen kicks off the year with a new Mega Man X-themed card pack, bringing the "Echoes of the Lost Civilization" trilogy to a close. Sigma is featured prominently in this card pack, but even Massimo, who is often overlooked, has a place in it too.

You can check out the cards after the break!

Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection: Interview with Masakazu Eguchi

Back in December, Rockman Unity's Ucchy-san had the chance to interview Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection director Masakazu Eguchi (aka Mr. Famous) as a follow-up to the news about the game's release date date and online feature. 

The interview covered a variety of different topics, including some minor bits of news that weren't announced during the video stream or trailer.  And now, thanks to our friend Sidier, you can read the interview in English! Check it out after the break.

Droit, Angie and "Total Power Battle" Event Hit Mega Man X DiVE Next Week

The global version of Mega Man X DiVE starts 2023 strong will the first edition of the "Total Power Battle" event on all servers.

The event consists of three battle types: Suppression Battle (players defeat multiple waves of enemies within the shortest time possible), Lightning Battle (race against the clock to finish a stage as fast as possible) and Expedition Battle (a battle against unique versions of existing bosses).

The time remaining on the clock after you finish each battle type will be used to calculate a high score. The sum can then be used to gauge and unlock rewards and compete against other players.

When it comes to gacha characters, the NA Server will receive the original X DiVE characters Droitclair and Angepitoyeir in one capsule. A single free 10-pull will be available.

The EU and LATAM Servers will receive Bass XX The capsule includes a single free 10-pull as well. His DNA Code will be available right away.

Rockman X DiVE Says Goodbye to 2022 with DiVE Armor RiCO

Before the year ends, we have another character joining the Rockman X DiVE roster. It's not a New Year-themed character like Cinnamon or Iris were in previous years. Instead, the game is closing out 2022 with the previously-teased DiVE Armor RiCO... and she packs quite a punch.

Find all the details after the break!

Rockman-san Chapters 13 to 19 English Translation Now Available

Since their debut more than a year and a half ago, Rockman-San and Rockman-Chan continue to be among the most read manga in Young Ace UP. And despite that, no publisher has expressed any interest in distributing the comics outside Japan. At least not yet.

But lucky us, our friend Midori has been working hard to translate another batch of chapters in English. This time it's chapter 13 to chapter 19. You can download them here. Chapters 1 to 12 can be found from that link as well if you need to play catch-up.