Mega Man 9 facts for kids

Mega Man 9 is an exciting video game where you control the robot hero, Mega Man! In Japan, it's known as Rockman 9: The Ambition's Revival!!. This game was made by Capcom and came out in 2008. You could download it on the Wii (through a service called WiiWare), PlayStation Network, and Xbox Live Arcade.

What makes Mega Man 9 special is its classic look. It uses the same style of graphics as the very first Mega Man games from the NES era. This was the first new game in the main Mega Man series since Mega Man 8 came out in 1996.

About Mega Man 9

Mega Man 9 is a platform game. This means you jump and run across different levels, avoiding obstacles and fighting enemies. The game is known for its challenging stages and fun boss battles.

Gameplay

In Mega Man 9, you play as Mega Man. Your goal is to defeat eight powerful robots called Robot Masters. Each Robot Master has a unique weapon. When you beat a Robot Master, Mega Man gets to use their special weapon! This helps you defeat other Robot Masters more easily. For example, if you beat a fire-themed boss, you might get a fire weapon that's super effective against an ice-themed boss.

The game has a classic feel. It plays just like the old NES Mega Man games. You have your trusty Mega Buster arm cannon. You can also slide under obstacles and use a helpful robot dog named Rush to reach high places.

Story

The story of Mega Man 9 begins when Dr. Wily, Mega Man's old enemy, claims he has changed. He says he wants to help the world. But then, a group of old Robot Masters goes wild and starts causing trouble! Everyone thinks Dr. Light, Mega Man's creator, is responsible. It's up to Mega Man to prove Dr. Light's innocence and stop the rogue robots. He needs to find out who is really behind the attacks.

Images for kids

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  Mega Man battles mini-boss Hanabiran in Hornet Man's stage. The game features the same graphics and gameplay of NES-era Mega Man games.

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In Spanish: Mega Man 9 para niños