As announced last night, Nintendo Switch Online today welcomes the five episodes of the franchise Mega Man on Game Boy (named Mega Man World in Japan). As a reminder, the Gameboy is available to all Nintendo Switch Online subscribers, like the NES and the Super NES (unlike the GBA, the Mega Drive and the N64 reserved for Additional Pack subscribers).
- Released in 1991, Mega Man: Dr. Wily's Revenge is the first game in the famous franchise Mega Man to be ported to Nintendo's portable Game Boy console. Developed by Capcom, this game combines classic gameplay elements from Mega Man with new challenges adapted to the portable format.
The player embodies Mega Man, an android robot created by Dr. Light to protect the world from the threats of Dr. Wily, a mad scientist with the ambition of dominating the planet with his army of robots. In this adventure, Dr. Wily returns with a new evil plan and upgraded versions of the Robot Masters previously defeated by Mega Man.
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True to its roots, Mega Man: Dr. Wily's Revenge is a 2D action platform game, characterized by its high difficulty and precise gameplay. Players must navigate through various levels filled with enemies and obstacles, facing a boss at the end of each level, known as the Robot Master. Defeating a Robot Master allows you to Mega Man to earn a new special weapon, each useful against another Robot Master in a classic “rock-paper-scissors” system.
The game is divided into several levels, each led by a Robot Master from the first games Mega Man on NES. The Robot Masters present in Dr. Wily's Revenge include:
- Cut Man
- Ice Man
- Fireman
- Elec Man
After defeating these four, the player gains access to a final fortress where new challenges and a new confrontation with Dr. Wily await.
Although Mega Man: Dr. Wily's Revenge takes elements of levels and Robot Masters from previous NES games, it also introduces unique aspects to suit the Game Boy. The Game Boy's smaller resolution and monochrome palette required adjustments to level and enemy design.
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- Released in 1992, Mega Man II is the second game in the famous franchise Mega Man to be ported to Nintendo's portable Game Boy console. Developed by Capcom, this game continues to adapt classic gameplay elements from Mega Man to the capabilities of the Game Boy, while introducing new challenges and characters.
In Mega Man IIDr. Wily returns with a new plan to take over the world, this time using robots stolen and upgraded from his enemy, Dr. Light. Mega Manthe android hero, must once again face the creations of Dr. Wily to save the planet from destruction.
Mega Man II retains the 2D action platforming style of its predecessor. Players must navigate through various levels filled with enemies and obstacles, and at the end of each level, face a boss, known as the Robot Master. By defeating a Robot Master, Mega Man acquires a new special weapon. The game highlights a strategy based on the selection of the order of the levels, with each weapon being particularly effective against another Robot Master.
The game has several levels, each led by a Robot Master from previous NES games, as well as new ones. The Robot Masters present in Mega Man II include:
- Metal Man
- Airman
- Wood Man
- Crash Man
After defeating these four, the player must face a new series of challenges and bosses, including a new confrontation with Dr. Wily.
Mega Man II introduces unique elements to accommodate the limitations and possibilities of the Game Boy. In addition to the graphical adjustments needed to accommodate the smaller resolution and monochrome palette, the game features levels and enemies specific to this version. The music and sound effects have been carefully designed to make the most of the handheld console's limited audio capabilities.
- Released in 1992, Mega Man III is the third game in the famous franchise Mega Man to be adapted for the Nintendo Game Boy portable console. Developed by Capcom, this game continues to build fan loyalty by bringing new game mechanics and challenges adapted to the Game Boy.
In Mega Man IIIDr. Wily continues his attempts at world domination, this time using a new series of evil robots. Mega Manthe heroic android robot created by Dr. Light, must once again rise against this threat and destroy Wily's creations to restore peace.
Like his predecessors, Mega Man III is a 2D action platform game. Players must navigate through various levels filled with enemies and obstacles, fighting a boss, or Robot Master, at the end of each level. By defeating a Robot Master, Mega Man acquires a new special weapon. The game maintains the classic strategy of choosing the order of levels based on the weapons acquired, with each weapon being particularly effective against another Robot Master.
The game has several levels, each led by a Robot Master from previous games Mega Man on NES, as well as new ones. The Robot Masters present in Mega Man III include:
- Spark Man
- Snake Man
- Gemini Man
- Shadow Man
After defeating these four, the player must face a new series of challenges and bosses, including a final confrontation with Dr. Wily.
Mega Man III introduces unique elements to accommodate the limitations and possibilities of the Game Boy. In addition to the graphical adjustments needed to accommodate the smaller resolution and monochrome palette, the game features levels and enemies specific to this version. The music and sound effects have been carefully designed to make the most of the handheld console's limited audio capabilities.
- Released in 1993, Mega Man IV is the fourth installment of the famous franchise Mega Man to be adapted for the Nintendo Game Boy portable console. Developed by Capcom, this game continues to captivate fans with new challenges, improved gameplay mechanics, and Game Boy-specific elements.
In Mega Man IVDr. Wily pursues his ambitions for world domination by using a new series of robots to wreak havoc. Mega Manthe heroic android robot created by Dr. Light, must once again stand against this threat and destroy Wily's creations to save the world.
Mega Man IV remains faithful to the style of platforming and 2D action that made the series so successful. Players must navigate through various levels filled with enemies and obstacles, facing a boss at the end of each level, known as the Robot Master. By defeating a Robot Master, Mega Man gains a new special weapon, creating a strategy around selecting the order of levels based on the weapons acquired.
The game has several levels, each led by a Robot Master from previous games Mega Man on NES. The Robot Masters present in Mega Man IV include:
- Toad Man
- Bright Man
- Pharaoh Man
- Ring Man
After defeating these four, the player must face a new series of challenges and bosses, including a final confrontation with Dr. Wily.
Mega Man IV introduces unique elements to accommodate the limitations and possibilities of the Game Boy. In addition to the graphical adjustments needed to accommodate the smaller resolution and monochrome palette, the game features levels and enemies specific to this version. The game also incorporates new elements, such as Dr. Light's shop where Mega Man can purchase upgrades and useful items. The music and sound effects have been carefully designed to make the most of the handheld console's limited audio capabilities.
- Released in 1994, Mega Man V is the fifth and final installment of the famous franchise Mega Man to be adapted for the Nintendo Game Boy portable console. Developed by Capcom, this game brings significant innovations and offers a unique gaming experience, distinguishing itself from previous titles in the series.
In Mega Man Va new alien threat appears in the form of the Stardroids, powerful robots from space and led by the mysterious Terra. Mega Man must now confront this new threat to save Earth, while discovering the truth behind Dr. Wily's involvement.
Mega Man V retains the style of platforming and 2D action that made the series famous, while introducing new mechanics. Players must navigate through various levels filled with enemies and obstacles, facing a boss, known as Stardroid, at the end of each level. By defeating a Stardroid, Mega Man gets a new special weapon, now based on planetary and astrological themes.
The game has several levels, each led by a Stardroid inspired by the planets of the solar system. The Stardroids present in Mega Man V include:
- Mercury
- Venus
- March
- Jupiter
- Saturn
- Uranus
- Neptune
- Pluto
After defeating these eight Stardroids, the player must face a new series of challenges and bosses, including a final confrontation with Terra and Dr. Wily.
Mega Man V introduces unique elements that set it apart from its predecessors. In addition to the graphical and sound adjustments necessary to adapt to the Game Boy, the game introduces the Mega Arm, a new primary weapon for Mega Man which can be improved. Additionally, the game features improvements for Rush, the robot dog from Mega Man, which offers new abilities and transformations to help the player throughout the adventure. The music and sound effects have been carefully designed to maximize the audio experience on the handheld console.