Mega Man

Genre: Platformer
Developer: Capcom
Platform: NES
Release: 1987
Rating: N/A

- Graphics -

The NES has rarely been praised for it's graphical capabilities, though at the time there wasn't much to compare to. Mega Man definitely did a lot to improve tha--Wait. Wait. Is that... TEXTURE? In the BACKGROUND? Holy--! @_@

Graphics: 9/10


- Story -

I'm not even sure if there's even supposed to be a story? I guess I'll just go with N/A?

Story: --/10


- Gameplay -

While many players seem to complain about the impossibility of some jumps, I never had much of a problem with it (except Ice Man's stage's shooting platforms). The addition of multiple weapons and ammo is something nearly unheard of in platformers at this time, too-- definitely a great improvement (also adopted by several later games such as Metroid). The game is simple to understand with a clean interface, yet keeps veteran and new players constantly coming back for more.

Gameplay: 9/10


- Music -

What would Mega Man be without music? The entire SERIES is based around music as a staple, and Mega Man's original release is no exception. Definitely a worthy soundtrack to any collection.

Music: 10/10


Total Score: 9/10

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