5 Best Mega Man Games of All Time, Ranked

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Capcomhas undeniably set its mark in the video game industry.

To date, the franchise has over 50 games spread across seven series.

If you’re wondering which ones these are, here are the five bestMega Mangames of all time.

It was also the first title in the franchise made for the 16-bit console.

The game introduced the titular character X, a new protagonist with different abilities and upgrades.

The game occurs in a futuristic world where humans and robots coexist harmoniously.

This is where you come in.

Playing as X, you must thwart Sigma’s plans and abolish the robot revolution.

There are eight levels, each with a boss character to battle at the end.

Mega Man 3 (1990)

Mega Man 3 continued the series' tradition of improving upon its predecessor.

Defeating a boss gifts the player a unique weapon that you may use in the forthcoming stages.

The story also emphasizes the relationship between Dr. Wily and Dr. Light.

The game features a 3D world and action-adventure gameplay.

The Volnutt character is a digger of some sort who investigates ruins following a flooding catastrophe.

Players will interact with familiar elements fromTomb Raider,such as climbing ledges and secure targeting.

The game features an engaging story and memorable characters.

Dr. Willy is attempting to revive Alpha, an internet prototype that went berserk after a malware attack.

To access it, he needs to obtain the Tetracodes.

The only thing standing between him and the codes is Lan Hikari and Mega Man.

Objects such as kitchen appliances either have an internet connection or a computer.

When Lan interacts with the objects, he can upload Megaman.exe onto the gear.

This shifts the player’s perspective to Megamana.exe, allowing exploration of the digital world.

The game also features an addictive gameplay loop of collecting chips to enhance MegaMan’s abilities.

The gameplay is similar to its predecessors, with a few visual improvements.

Combat is heavily present due to the infestation of viruses.

While these disruptions may become annoying, the combat is highly engaging.

The game is the second best-selling, with over 1.51 million units sold.

Like its predecessor, players control Mega Man and work their way through eight levels.

Dr. Will is the main antagonist and unleashes his robot creations against Mega Man.

Each robot has a unique weapon that corresponds to its level.

For instance, Wood Man, found in the forest-themed stage, can use leaves as a shield.

Moreover, the robots are vulnerable to attacks from weapons by other bosses.

Again, this gives you the leverage to clear through the levels quickly.

Evans I. Karanja is a freelance writer who loves to write about anything technology.

When not writing, he can be found playing video games or watching F1.