Capcom teases new Mega Man games on 'ongoing basis'

Capcom has reaffirmed that Mega Man is one of its treasured intellectual properties and is contemplating future developments for the franchise. This statement came during a Q&A session at Capcom's 45th Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders. While specifics weren't disclosed, the commitment to continuing Mega Man's legacy is promising for fans. The original Mega Man game was released in 1987 on the NES, with over 50 titles since then, amassing over 41 million copies sold as of October 2023. The latest mainline entry, Mega Man 11, launched in 2018 and received positive reviews for its nostalgic yet solid gameplay. To date, Mega Man collections like the Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection have kept the series alive, but a new major adventure is eagerly awaited.

As of now, Capcom has not provided a specific release date for the next Mega Man game. They have confirmed their interest in continuing the series, but fans will have to wait for further announcements regarding new developments.

Background: Mega Man, known as "Rockman" in Japan, is a series of action-platformer video games developed and published by Capcom. The franchise features the titular character, Mega Man, a robot originally designed for industrial purposes who becomes a hero tasked with stopping various threats led by the evil scientist Dr. Wily. The games are renowned for their challenging gameplay, creative level design, and iconic 8-bit music. Over the years, the franchise has expanded into various spin-offs, including the Mega Man X series, which introduced new characters and gameplay mechanics.