Mega Man: Dr. Wily's Revenge facts for kids

Mega Man: Dr. Wily's Revenge is an exciting platform video game made by Capcom. It was released for the Game Boy game console in 1991. This game was special because it was the very first Mega Man adventure made for a handheld console. Later, in 2011, it was re-released for the Virtual Console on the Nintendo 3DS, letting more players enjoy it.

About the Game Boy Adventure

Mega Man: Dr. Wily's Revenge brings the classic action of the Mega Man series to a portable device. Players control Mega Man, a powerful robot hero. Your mission is to stop the evil Dr. Wily from taking over the world. This game combines fast-paced action with tricky platforming challenges.

The Story of Dr. Wily's Revenge

The story begins after Mega Man has defeated Dr. Wily many times. However, Dr. Wily always finds a way to come back! This time, he has rebuilt four of his strongest Robot Masters. He has also created a new, powerful robot called Enker. Dr. Wily plans to use these robots to finally defeat Mega Man and take control. Mega Man must travel through different stages, defeat these robots, and stop Dr. Wily's latest evil plan.

How to Play the Game

Mega Man: Dr. Wily's Revenge is a platformer. This means you jump between platforms and avoid obstacles. You also fight many enemies. As Mega Man, you can run, jump, and shoot with your Mega Buster arm cannon. When you defeat a Robot Master, you gain their special weapon. This weapon can be very useful against other Robot Masters or certain enemies.

The game has several stages. You can choose which Robot Master to fight first. Each stage is designed around the Robot Master's powers. For example, Fire Man's stage has lots of fire hazards. After defeating the four main Robot Masters, you face the new robot, Enker. Then, you go to Dr. Wily's fortress for the final battle.

Meet the Robot Masters

In this game, Dr. Wily brings back four Robot Masters from previous Mega Man games. These include:

• Cut Man, who throws sharp scissors.
• Ice Man, who shoots freezing blasts.
• Fire Man, who attacks with powerful flames.
• Elec Man, who uses strong electric shocks.

You also meet Enker, a new robot created by Dr. Wily. Enker is a special "Mega Man Killer" robot. He can absorb Mega Man's shots and fire them back.

Game Features and Challenges

This Mega Man game for the Game Boy has unique features. It uses the Game Boy's black and white screen. The levels are designed to fit the smaller screen. The game also introduces a new item called the "Energy Balancer." This item helps you manage your weapon energy more easily.

The game is known for being quite challenging. Players need good timing and strategy. Knowing which special weapon to use against each boss is key to winning. The boss battles are exciting and require quick reflexes.

Release and Impact

Mega Man: Dr. Wily's Revenge was released in Japan in July 1991. It came out in North America in December 1991 and in Europe in July 1992. As the first Mega Man game on a handheld, it was important. It showed that the series could work well on portable systems. The game was generally well-received by players and critics. Many enjoyed having a Mega Man adventure they could play anywhere.

The re-release on the Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console allowed a new generation of players to experience this classic. It proved that the game's fun gameplay still holds up today.

Images for kids

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  Mega Man shoots an enemy in Fire Man's stage. The player's health and number of lives are shown at the bottom.

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