Mega Man Anniversary Collection
Developer(s)	Atomic Planet Entertainment (APE)
Publisher(s)	Capcom
Release date(s)	June 22, 2004 (GC and PS2) March 15, 2005 (Xbox)
Genre(s)	Action, 2D Platformer
Mode(s)	Single player
Rating(s)	ESRB: Everyone
Platform(s)	GameCube, PlayStation 2, Xbox
Media	1 DVD-ROM / 1 Optical Disc

Mega Man Anniversary Collection is a compilation of ten video games featuring Capcom's hero Mega Man. It features the first eight Mega Man games, as well as two unlockable arcade games that saw only limited release outside of Japan. Other unlockables include original artwork and remixed music. The anthology is fairly complete, although various side story games such as Mega Man & Bass and Mega Man Soccer are not included, the former due to its recent release on the Game Boy Advance. Box art for Mega Man Anniversary Collection, a video game for the GameCube, PlayStation 2, and Xbox. ... A video game developer is a software developer (a business or an individual) that creates computer or video games. ... Atomic Planet Entertainment is a video games development studio, founded in 2000 by industry veterans Darren and Jason Falcus. ... Video game publishers are companies that publish video games that they have either developed internally or have had developed by a video game developer. ... Capcom ) TYO: 9697 is a leading Japanese developer and publisher of video games. ... June 22 is the 173rd day of the year (174th in leap years) in the Gregorian Calendar, with 192 days remaining. ... 2004 (MMIV) was a leap year starting on Thursday of the Gregorian calendar. ... March 15 is the 74th day of the year in the Gregorian Calendar (75th in Leap years). ... 2005 (MMV) was a common year starting on Saturday of the Gregorian calendar. ... This is a listing of computer and video game genres with brief descriptions and examples from each genre. ... To meet Wikipedias quality standards, this article or section may require cleanup. ... 2D computer graphics is the computer-based generation of digital images—mostly from two-dimensional models (such as 2D geometric models, text, and digital images) and by techniques specific to them. ... Platform game, or platformer, is a video game genre characterized by the character having to climb up and down, or jump from and to, platforms and ledges, while fighting enemies and collecting objects required to complete the game. ... In computer games and video games, single-player refers to the variant of a particular game where input from only one player is expected throughout the course of the gaming session. ... The Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) is a self-regulatory organization that applies and enforces ratings, advertising guidelines, and online privacy principles for computer and video games and other entertainment software in the United States and Canada (officially adopted by individual provinces 2004-2005). ... The Nintendo GameCube (Japanese: ゲームキューブ; originally code-named Dolphin during development; officially abbreviated as GCN by Nintendo of America) is Nintendos fourth home video game console, belonging to the sixth generation era—the same generation as Segas Dreamcast, Sonys PlayStation 2, and Microsofts Xbox. ... The PlayStation 2 (PS2) (Japanese: プレイステーション2) is Sonys second video game console, the successor to the PlayStation and the predecessor to the PlayStation 3 (which is not to be released until November 2006). ... The Microsoft Xbox is a sixth generation era video game console first released on November 15, 2001 in North America, then released on February 22, 2002 in Japan, and on March 14, 2002 in Europe. ... DVD is an optical disc storage media format that is used for playback of movies with high video and sound quality and for storing data. ... A computer game is a game composed of a computer-controlled virtual universe that players interact with in order to achieve a defined goal or set of goals. ... Capcom ) TYO: 9697 is a leading Japanese developer and publisher of video games. ... Mega Man (alternatively spelled Megaman) is a video game character and the star of the main Mega Man series created by Capcom. ... Centipede by Atari is a typical example of a 1980s era arcade game. ... Mega Man & Bass, known in Japan as Rockman and Forte, is a game in the Mega Man Classic series. ... Mega Man Soccer is a video game released by Capcom for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System in 1994 that combines soccer with the Mega Man classic series. ... GBA redirects here. ...

Each game is nearly identical: traverse eight themed stages (six in the first game) to face off against boss robots, gain new weapons and abilities, then defeat the robots' master, Dr. Wily. A new feature is the "Navi Mode" for the first six titles, which provides hints and pathways for completing each stage. The arcade games are similar in gameplay but a bit more streamlined; the battles cut straight to the bosses, who get progressively more difficult with each defeated boss. Flag Ship from the video game Gorf In video games, a boss (sometimes called a guardian) is a particularly large or difficult computer-controlled character that must be defeated at the end of a segment of a game, whether it be for a level, an episode, or the very end... ASIMO, a humanoid robot manufactured by Honda. ...

Games included in Mega Man Anniversary Collection

• Mega Man
• Mega Man 2
• Mega Man 3
• Mega Man 4
• Mega Man 5
• Mega Man 6
• Mega Man 7
• Mega Man 8
• Mega Man: The Power Battle
• Mega Man 2: The Power Fighters

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Controversy and differences

The games in this set are not emulated, but instead ported. However, the ports are not perfect. For example, some controversy exists in the fact that Mega Man 7 had its ending (sans closing credits) removed due to Atomic Planet having a hard time getting the Mode 7 effect to work properly, and was censored, as Bass now no longer says "damn." In addition, the original functions of the B and A buttons have been reversed in the GameCube release: B jumps while A fires, whereas it was the other way around in the original NES versions. Mega Man 7 (Japanese: Rockman 7: A Destined Confrontation, ロックマン7 宿命の対決) is a video game that is a part of the Mega Man Classic series. ... The term Mode 7 originated on the Super NES video game console, on which it describes a simple texture mapping graphics mode that allows a background layer to be rotated and scaled. ...

The PlayStation version of Mega Man 8 was ported in place of the Sega Saturn version. Therefore, a few minor features in the latter version, such as the appearance of Cut Man and Wood Man, are not included. For other versions of PlayStation, please see PlayStation (disambiguation) The PlayStation is a video game console of the 32/64-bit era, first produced by Sony Computer Entertainment in the mid-1990s. ... The Sega Saturn (Japanese: セガサターン, Sega Saturn), is a video game console of the 32-bit era. ...

The PlayStation 2 version includes some arranged music for MM1, MM2, and MM3 (mostly taken from the two arcade games). These were present in the original Japanese releases of the Complete Works versions, but were entirely optional, and can be heard if the select button is being held while the Navi Mode is being selected. MMAC also includes the Complete Works arranged soundtracks for MM4, MM5, and MM6. In addition, the "Navi Mode" gameplay from the Complete Works is also included. The GameCube version didn't have any of the arranged tunes, but it did have Navi Mode. However, both versions did not have the enhanced Navi Mode weapon menus for MM4, MM5, or MM6, in addition to the option of playing as Mega Man without his helmet in those games (which can be done in the original Japanese releases by holding the R2 button whilst selecting Navi Mode). The PlayStation 2 (PS2) (Japanese: プレイステーション2) is Sonys second video game console, the successor to the PlayStation and the predecessor to the PlayStation 3 (which is not to be released until November 2006). ... Mega Man is a video game developed and published by Capcom in 1987 for the Nintendo Entertainment System/Famicom. ... Mega Man 2 (Japanese: Rockman 2: The Mystery of Dr. Wily , ロックマン 2 Dr.ワイリーの謎) is a video game that is a part of the Mega Man Classic series. ... Mega Man 3 (Japanese: Rockman 3: The End of Dr. Wily!?, ロックマン 3 Dr.ワイリーの最期!?) is a video game that is a part of the Mega Man Classic series. ... Rockman Complete Works is a collection of the enhanced remakes of the first six video games in the Mega Man Classic series from Capcom. ... This page refers to the game for the Nintendo Entertainment System and the Famicom. ... This game is the game for the Nintendo Entertainment System and the Famicom. ... Mega Man 6 (Japanese: Rockman 6: The Greatest Battle in History!!, ロックマン 6 史上最大の戦い!!) is a video game that is a part of the Mega Man Classic series. ... The Nintendo GameCube (Japanese: ゲームキューブ; originally code-named Dolphin during development; abbreviated as GCN) is Nintendos fourth home video game console, belonging to the 128-bit era; the same generation as Segas Dreamcast, Sonys PlayStation 2, and Microsofts Xbox. ...

In addition, Capcom of Europe has not released the compilation in Europe and Australia. The company has not given a reason. Shortly thereafter, there was a petition by fans for a European release.

There are also differences between each version. The PlayStation 2 version features a Ruby-Spears Mega Man cartoon episode, while the GameCube version has an interview with Mega Man creator Keiji Inafune and a history of the games. The Xbox version includes the same interview and an episode of the Mega Man NT Warrior anime. The PlayStation 2 (PS2) (Japanese: プレイステーション2) is Sonys second video game console, the successor to the PlayStation and the predecessor to the PlayStation 3 (which is not to be released until November 2006). ... Ruby-Spears Productions is a California based entertainment production company that specializes in animation. ... The Nintendo GameCube (Japanese: ゲームキューブ; originally code-named Dolphin during development; abbreviated as GCN) is Nintendos fourth home video game console, belonging to the 128-bit era; the same generation as Segas Dreamcast, Sonys PlayStation 2, and Microsofts Xbox. ... Keiji Inafune (稲船敬二) is the creator of the Mega Man and Onimusha video game series and designs characters for many other Capcom games. ... The Microsoft Xbox is a sixth generation era video game console first released on November 15, 2001 in North America, then released on February 22, 2002 in Japan, and on March 14, 2002 in Europe. ... MegaMan NT Warrior, known as Rockman EXE (Rokkuman EGEZE) in the original Japanese, is an anime and manga series about the Mega Man Battle Network/RockMan EXE series. ...

Due to the popularity of MMAC among fans of the series, Capcom followed up with Mega Man X Collection. There is no word from Capcom of Europe whether or not it will see a European release. Mega Man X Collection is a US-exclusive collection of Mega Man X games developed by Capcom and released on 10 January 2006 for the GameCube and PlayStation 2 platforms. ...

Game Boy Advance

The proposed boxart for Mega Man Anniversary Collection. It is essentially the same design from the console version, except that a "5 Games in 1" label has replaced Dr. Wily in the corner.

The proposed boxart for Mega Man Mania.

A game of the same name (previously known as Mega Man Mania, and before that, it was known as Mega Man Anniversary Collection) was supposed to be released on the Game Boy Advance. Despite the name change, the game collection was quite different, featuring colorized versions of the 5 classic Game Boy Mega Man games, including the Super Game Boy game Mega Man V. Players could also play them in their original colorless forms. The title was highly anticipated, as Mega Man IV and V are exceedingly rare. Image File history File links Mega_Man_Anniversary_Collection. ... Image File history File links Mega_Man_Anniversary_Collection. ... Image File history File linksMetadata MegaManMania_box. ... Image File history File linksMetadata MegaManMania_box. ... GBA redirects here. ... The original Game Boys design set the standard for handheld gaming consoles. ... Super Game Boy Box art. ... Mega Man V (known as Rockman World 5 in Japan) is the fifth and last video game in the Game Boy Mega Man Classic subseries. ... Mega Man IV (known as Rockman World 4 in Japan) is the fourth video game in the portable Game Boy version of the Mega Man series. ... Mega Man V (known as Rockman World 5 in Japan) is the fifth and last video game in the Game Boy Mega Man Classic subseries. ...

Originally due to be released concurrently with the GameCube and PlayStation 2 Collections, the game had its release date pushed back several times, with no real explanation given. After rumors of development problems, and of the project's cancellation or transfer to Nintendo DS, the last release date given was February 15, 2006. But in January of 2006, gamers contacting Capcom were told that the game had been placed on "indefinite hold" (many consider this to be equivalent to cancellation). Capcom also began issuing refund checks to those who had ordered MMAC GBA directly through their online store (unlike most other online game sellers, Capcom charges the full amount at the time of purchase for pre-orders which are combined with orders for available items). Around the same time, several retailers, such as GameStop, declared the game "cancelled" and issued refunds or store credits. The Nintendo GameCube (Japanese: ゲームキューブ; originally code-named Dolphin during development; abbreviated as GCN) is Nintendos fourth home video game console, belonging to the 128-bit era; the same generation as Segas Dreamcast, Sonys PlayStation 2, and Microsofts Xbox. ... The PlayStation 2 (PS2) (Japanese: プレイステーション2) is Sonys second video game console, the successor to the PlayStation and the predecessor to the PlayStation 3 (which is not to be released until November 2006). ... The Nintendo DS (sometimes abbreviated NDS or DS) is a handheld game console developed and manufactured by Nintendo, released in 2004. ... February 15 is the 46th day of the year in the Gregorian Calendar. ... 2006 (MMVI) is a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ... GameStop Corporation (NYSE: GME), headquartered in Grapevine, Texas, is the worlds largest video game and entertainment software retailer. ...

As of January 25, 2006, some customers had received their checks (along with a letter from Capcom reiterating the "indefinite hold" status), while some were still waiting, and some were presumably unaware of the situation. January 25 is the 25th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. ... 2006 (MMVI) is a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ...

A lot of people think Capcom should save the game for Mega Man's 20th anniversary, or just call it Mega Man Mania.

External links

• Mega Man Anniversary Collection on Capcom.com
• Mega Man Anniversary Collection at MobyGames
• GameFAQs entry for Mega Man Anniversary Collection (GameCube version)

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