Tuesday, June 30, 2020

The Oldest-Known Rockman Guide Book Has Been Preserved


The Rockman Kanzen Hisshou Bon (better known to English speaking fans as Friday Special: Rockman Total Winning Handbook, courtesy of #20) is not only one of the rarest Rockman guide books, but also the oldest. It was published in Japan on January 17, 1988. That's precisely one month after the first Rockman game hit store shelves. And now for the first time ever, you can admire it without forking over a fortune.

Monday, June 29, 2020

Sigma is Coming to Rockman X DiVE This Week


The former leader of the Maverick Hunters is coming to Rockman X DiVE as a playable character this week. The trailer is scarce in terms of details, hence there's not much to talk about now. But come back in a few days and we'll have all details plus a look at his key artwork drawn by Keisuke Mizuno.

So, what do you think so far? Did you expected Sigma to appear in the game so soon? Even before Zero and Leviathan? (who were teased months ago) Let's us now in the comments if you're ready roll the gacha to get him!

Sunday, June 28, 2020

Here's a Better Look at Dr. Wily From Boom!'s Mega Man Fully Charged Comic


The variant cover art for Mega Man Full Charged issue #2 just dropped and a closer look at the comic's Dr. Wily incarnation. He's clad in a purple suit, wearing a purple tie laced with the letter "W" and, to complete the package, suspenders over the shirt from Rocko's Modern Life. Oh my.

We know next to nothing about the Boom! Studios Dr. Wily. This cover, illustrated by Miguel Mircado, gives off a very eccentric-like quality. A little bit of Doc Brown or Bill Nye? Then again Wily is depicted as an enigmatic figure on the standard issue #2 cover. Regardless, it will be interesting to see where Boom! takes this version of the character. It could be unlike any Wily we've seen before.

Mega Man Fully Charged issue #1 goes on sale this August followed by issue #2 in late September.

Source: Golden Apple Comics, Sanctum Santorum Comics

Friday, June 26, 2020

Azure Striker Gunvolt 3 Announced, Keiji Inafune Returns as Executive Producer


While not directly Mega Man-related, I am happy to report that the next entry in the Gunvolt series, Azure Striker Gunvolt 3, is currently in development. Not only that, an old friend of ours has returned as both executive producer and action supervisor: the one and only Keiji Inafune.

Mega Man X 1-8: The Collection Vinyl Soundtrack Boxset Announced


Last year, Laced Records released the Mega Man 1-11 Vinyl Soundtrack Boxset. And now, they're back with another vinyl boxset, this time for the Mega Man X Series. You can find all the details below!

Thursday, June 25, 2020

New Images and Details for MegaHouse's Rockman.EXE: Rockman vs Forte Statue


Originally revealed during the Mega Hobby EXPO back on November 30, 2019 and later seen at the entrance hall of both Rockman Live 2020 concerts, we finally have the first official images and new info for MegaHouse's Rockman.EXE: Rockman vs Forte statue. This new report comes to us from Dengeki Hobby. You can find all the details below!

Wednesday, June 24, 2020

Rockman X DiVE: 100 Day Celebration


Today, Rockman X DiVE is celebrating its first 100 days on the market since the game launched on March 24th. To mark the occasion, the development team has prepared some special events. Find all the details after the break!

Mega Man: Fully Charged #2 Cover and Solicitation


The first issue of BOOM! Studios' new Mega Man Fully Charged comic isn't even out yet (August) and we already have ourselves the cover and solicitation for the second issue.

Via Previews World:

(W) AJ Marchisello, Marcus Rineheart (A) Stefano Simeone (CA) Toni Infante 
Mega Man's search for information brings him to Dr. Wily, a scientist who may hold the secrets to the hero's mysterious past. As Mega Man struggles with his newly reawakened memories of a brutal war, he must choose who he can truly trust-his father Dr. Light or the enigmatic Dr. Wily.

Based on the cover and description, the real Dr. Wily will definitely play a key role in the story. Now, it remains to be seen if this is a wholly new character or he father of the young Bert Wily from the source material. Either way, we're getting a Fully Charged Dr. Wily.

 Fully Charged #2 goes on sale on September 23rd, 2020.

Sunday, June 21, 2020

"Rockman Zero & ZX SOUND BOX" Booklet Translation


Released on March 25, 2020, the Rockman Zero & ZX Sound Box is a 6-CD set containing 208 tracks from Rockman Zero 1 to 4, Rockman ZX and Rockman ZX Advent. Each disc contains the original uncompressed source music.

Packed in a beautiful digi-stack with new artwork drawn by Toru Nakayama and Makoto Yabe, this box set is close to perfection, if not for the glaring omission of the "Reploid Remixes". Nevertheless it's a great addition to your music collection. Today, we are happy to bring you the booklet translation thanks to our friends Sidier and Rock Miyabi (who provided the scans). Without further delay, check it out after the break!

Wednesday, June 17, 2020

Ultimate Armor X from Command Mission joins Rockman X DiVE's Roster


From day one it has been clear that the Rockman X DiVE development team has a deep appreciation for Rockman X Command Mission. Last week saw the release of Marino's Quicksilver skin and Mad Nautilus' appearance in the Story Mode and Boss Challenge. And this week, another character from Command Mission joins to the Deep Log: "Ultimate Armor X." This character is based on a secret Hyper Mode from Command Mission, which could be obtained by defeating Rafflesian. Check out the official trailer after the break!

Tuesday, June 16, 2020

Officially Licensed Mega Man Bobblehead Coming From Icon Heroes


Need a 'yes man' in your life? Well, here's a mega one for you. An officially licensed classic series Mega Man bobblehead is in the works from Icon Heroes! Pre-orders are currently available from Big Bad Toystore. It's expected to ship in the first quarter of 2021.

The bobblehead stands at roughly 8-inches tall. The design is based on Mega Man's Super Smash Bros. appearance, distant stare and all. It remains to be seen if this is a "pending licensor approval" render, i.e not the final design.

So, what do you think? Want this guy on your desk next year?

Challenge Boomerang Kuwanger in Rockman X DiVE


Coming this Thursday, players will be able to participate in the "Space-Time Jumper" event to obtain the "memories" necessary to unlock Boomerang Kuwanger's chip. The event lasts until June 18th through July 1st.

It's worth noting that the chip has been available to view in-game for quite some time, but now we'll be able to unlock it. The chip skill is the "Boomerang Cutter", an attack that will return to the player like a boomerang. The attack can penetrate up to three targets, with the post-penetration hit dealing 25% damage to enemies.

Can you defeat the Blade Demon of Space and Time? Try your luck this Thursday, June 18th!