Mega Man Legacy Collection 2

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"Mega Man Legacy Collection 2 includes faithful reproductions of Mega Man 7, 8, 9, and 10 with updated features. This collection offers additional content such as time trials, remix challenges, and extra modes with additional playable characters. Players can also reduce damage received for easier gameplay. Explore the evolution of the iconic Blue Bomber in these classic Capcom titles.".

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 794 reviews

music41 positive mentions

stability5 negative mentions

Great collection of classic Mega Man games, especially for fans of the series.
Includes Mega Man 9 and 10, which are highly praised and offer a nostalgic experience.
The addition of challenge modes and extra content enhances replayability.

Lacks the rewind feature and save states from the first collection, relying instead on a checkpoint save system.
Excludes Mega Man & Bass, which many fans consider a significant omission.
Requires an online connection to launch the game, which is frustrating for single-player titles.

music
111 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the Mega Man series, particularly in titles like Mega Man 8 and 9, is widely praised for its catchy and memorable soundtracks, often considered some of the best in gaming history. Players appreciate the inclusion of a music player and art gallery in the collections, allowing them to enjoy the iconic tracks and visuals. However, some users noted issues with sound mixing and volume levels, detracting from the overall experience.
- “The music in Mega Man 8 is just insanely good, Sonic CD level.”
- “Mega Man 9 has one of the best soundtracks of any game I've ever played.”
- “Each game has amazing stages, unique characters, incredible soundtracks, and great visual style.”
- “The music stinks for both Mega Man and Capcom, featuring short, looping melodies with no clear themes anywhere.”
- “The music volume is too low, and some sounds get cancelled by others when they shouldn't (and didn't originally).”
- “There is a music player built into the game, but unfortunately the OST for each game is not included with this - not even as a purchasable option on the Steam store!”
graphics
77 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the Mega Man collection are a mix of nostalgic charm and varying quality, with titles like Mega Man 7 and 8 showcasing beautiful 16-bit and 32-bit sprite work, respectively, while later entries like Mega Man 9 and 10 revert to 8-bit aesthetics that some players find disappointing. While the visuals generally hold up well and feature vibrant pixel art, there are occasional graphical glitches and a lack of clarity in certain art styles that may detract from the experience. Overall, the collection is appreciated for its retro visuals, though expectations for modern graphics should be tempered.
- “The graphics feature gorgeous pixel art -- more gorgeous with age, to be honest, than on release when we all craved for 3D.”
- “The graphics and level design are fantastic for the 1995 SNES -- the only downside, I think, is this game could not compete with the X series.”
- “But, after playing for the last few days, I cannot complain at all for this game; the graphics are awesome.”
- “The only thing that I don't understand is why Capcom graphically downgraded Mega Man 9 and 10.”
- “If you've grown up with AAA titles for new systems, and you love HD graphics, orchestral tracks, and fleshed-out stories, then this is not the purchase for you.”
- “Mega Man 9, a nearly 15-year-old game with NES graphics, ran poorly on my top-end PC.”
gameplay
69 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in the Mega Man Legacy Collection 2 is a mix of classic mechanics and new features, with titles like Mega Man 7 and 8 offering challenging yet fair platforming, while Mega Man 9 and 10 return to the series' roots with a focus on tight controls and exploration. However, some players note issues such as control input lag, difficulty spikes, and a lack of co-op challenges, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, the collection is praised for its nostalgic charm and polished presentation, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the franchise.
- “In this second volume, the flow of gameplay is facilitated by the checkpoint save function, which helps players get through long obstacles and fight hard bosses.”
- “The gameplay is still the same run & gun fun you've come to love but with more focus on exploration.”
- “With its polished presentation, challenging gameplay, and a treasure trove of extra content, this collection is a must-have for fans looking to relive the golden era of Mega Man.”
- “Of course, while the graphics and music are sound, the gameplay falls flat.”
- “I will say the gameplay itself felt a bit sluggish at times; it could be the control input lag, though.”
- “Clunky and terrible gameplay.”
story
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the Mega Man series is generally viewed as minimal and often overshadowed by gameplay, with some titles featuring charming anime cutscenes that add a layer of lore. While games like Mega Man 7 and 8 attempt to incorporate more narrative depth, many players acknowledge that the overarching plot—centered on a robot battling a mad scientist—remains simplistic and not the primary draw of the series. Overall, the consensus is that while there are attempts at storytelling, it is not a significant focus, and players primarily engage with the games for their gameplay mechanics rather than their narratives.
- “Having a full-blown story, despite the terrible but amazing voice acting, was cool too.”
- “Mega Man 7 is great with gameplay and storytelling; the weapons are versatile, but the difficulty spikes near the end, which can be frustrating but all the more satisfying when you beat the final boss.”
- “Mega Man 9 features a compelling story and gameplay that harkens back to the Mega Man 1 and 2 games.”
- “There is not much story progress in each title.”
- “This one comprises the Mega Man games from the SNES era... you know, the ones with a real storyline to follow, not just some NES pixelated mumbling that doesn't make sense.”
- “Given the nature of the plot (the gist is you're a kid robot destroying a bunch of other robots to stop a mad scientist from taking over the world), nobody plays the classic Mega Man games for the story, and anybody who did would probably be sorely disappointed.”
humor
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in Mega Man 8 is largely derived from its notoriously bad voice acting, which many players find hilariously entertaining and adds a campy charm to the game. The cutscenes and character interactions are filled with comedic moments, making it a fun experience for platforming fans, despite some criticisms about the length of certain animations. Overall, the game's humor is appreciated for its cheesy and lighthearted approach, enhancing the enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “Plus, Mega Man 8 has that hilariously bad voice acting which makes it even more entertaining.”
- “Atrocious voice acting, but it doesn't really detract from the game; Dr. Light sounding exactly like Elmer Fudd is pretty hilarious.”
- “Mega Man 8's English dialogue and voice acting are so terrible it's hilarious in a lovably cheesy sort of way.”
optimization
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of Capcom's games has received mixed reviews, with many users criticizing the implementation of DRM that significantly hampers performance, causing issues like stuttering and reduced frame rates by 10-15 FPS. While some titles run smoothly even on low-end systems, the overall sentiment highlights frustration over the restrictive DRM that not only blocks modding but also negatively impacts gameplay experience. Despite these concerns, certain collections are noted for their commendable performance and stability, particularly when compared to previous iterations.
- “Now, to the reason I find this at all definitive comes from just how well optimized its half emulation is. The collection runs plenty great on a low-end system with no hiccups to speak of, and a huge point of interest is that MM9 and MM10 are full PC ports, hence half emulation. This is commendable, especially when they also include 9 and 10's DLCs for free out of the gate, making this a must-get.”
- “When it comes to the performance aspect, all of the 4 games run smoothly even on a low GPU (mine is Intel HD Graphics 4000).”
- “Another thing it improves upon the first legacy collection is the overall presentation and performance of the game due to it not being beholden to the past: the menus are much more colorful and the Digital Eclipse engine was replaced for a more stable emulation.”
- “Crapcom adding DRM to their games to make them unmodable and ruining performance is unacceptable.”
- “DRM that not only blocks mods, but also ruins performance and has allegedly even bricked Steam Decks.”
- “Capcom treating modders as cheaters, adding a DRM called Enigma that is complete garbage and ruins performance for some setups.”
replayability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is highly praised for its replayability, with players noting the desire to improve and tackle genuine challenges rather than relying on cheap tricks. The inclusion of multiple playable characters and additional features, such as challenges and exploration elements, significantly enhances the replay value, making it a title that players can enjoy repeatedly without losing interest. Overall, it offers a wealth of content that keeps players engaged long after their initial playthrough.
- “Very replayable too, as you will always be desiring to improve, as there are very few cheap tricks, but plenty of genuine difficulty.”
- “Finally, we have MM10, a title that is packed to the brim with content and replayability along with a comparatively more traditionally fair level of difficulty.”
- “A solid collection that plays perfectly, with a few extra features - challenges and endless attack - offering replay value.”
- “4 great games and plenty of extra challenges, with plenty of replayability for other characters in the later games.”
- “It's insanely good, I give it a perfect 10/10 on its own (even though the Wily stages have a couple segments that are a little lackluster, the overall design and pacing is absolutely phenomenal - it blew my mind when it first came out, I've fully cleared it around 20 times, and it still holds a significant amount of replay value to me).”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the stability of the games is mixed; while some users report minor graphical glitches that do not significantly impact gameplay, others have encountered buggy save states and performance issues compared to the original collection. Some players have experienced no major problems, but there are concerns about troubleshooting support and unresolved issues from previous versions.
- “I have an Intel Celeron 1.1 GHz processor, Intel UHD 600, and 4GB RAM laptop, and this game runs great on these specs.”
- “Along with that, the save states can be a bit buggy and overall the games run a bit worse compared to the original legacy collection.”
- “The worst part was when the troubleshooting forums suggested updating DirectX via the installer that came with the game - that both temporarily messed up another of my games and failed to fix this one.”
- “The response I got was literally a lazy copy-and-paste of the pinned troubleshooting post here on Steam's forums, all of them suggestions I already attempted, proving they didn't even read my letter!”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the Mega Man games to be a mixed experience; while some enjoy the satisfaction of optimizing their strategies for faster victories, others criticize the tediousness of certain boss fights that require excessive grinding for power-ups and optimal patterns, leading to frustration rather than enjoyment.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “These entirely come down to just grinding them for optimal luck; it's very unfun, especially considering some of them are scripted to always start off with giving you a suboptimal pattern.”
- “In MM7, a charged buster shot only does 2 damage, so bosses are very tedious when using buster only.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that the monetization strategy of releasing separate volumes for the game is perceived as a cash grab, particularly for the PC version on Steam. Users express frustration over this approach, viewing it as an exploitative tactic rather than a justified decision based on technical limitations.
- “Yeah, fine, disc space for consoles used to be a thing and a reliable excuse for splitting game volumes, but as a PC release on Steam, releasing separate volumes for 1-6 and 7-10 is a pure cash grab and annoying.”
- “Just a cash grab is all this game is.”
- “The new (post-NES) cash grab Mega Man games are a joke.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express a mix of emotions regarding the game's level design, noting that overcoming challenges is satisfying and uplifting. However, technical issues like unstable performance and frame rate drops detract from the overall emotional experience, leading to frustration and disappointment.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is generally well-received, though some characters, like Clown Man, are criticized for their lackluster design and boring stages. Additionally, the early Wily Castle levels are noted for their excessive difficulty and reliance on RNG, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “The character development feels shallow and uninspired, leaving little room for players to connect with the characters.”
- “I found the character arcs to be predictable and lacking depth, making it hard to care about their journeys.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices in character development makes the experience feel linear and unengaging.”