Mega Man 1

Mega Man 1 for the NES is a classic action-platformer that laid the foundation for a legendary series. Players take on the role of the robotic superhero, Mega Man, created by Dr. Light, with the mission to stop Dr. Wily's world domination plot and his army of six Robot Masters.

The game begins with a Robot Master selection screen. There are six initial Robot Masters for players to choose from: Cut Man, Guts Man, Ice Man, Bomb Man, Fire Man, and Elec Man. Each stage is uniquely designed with distinct enemy types, obstacles, and traps, requiring players to demonstrate precise jumping and shooting skills.

Mega Man's primary weapon is his energy blaster, known as the Mega Buster. Additionally, after defeating a Robot Master, Mega Man absorbs their power and gains that Robot's special weapon. These weapons have limited energy and are often particularly effective against one or two other Robot Masters, creating a crucial strategic element in choosing the order to defeat bosses.

Throughout the game, enemies may drop items that restore health or weapon energy. Players need to carefully manage their health and weapon energy to survive the challenging stages.

After defeating all six Robot Masters, Mega Man proceeds to Dr. Wily's fortress, which comprises several more complex stages and encounters with sub-bosses before facing Wily in the final battle. The game is renowned for its high but fair difficulty, requiring players to learn enemy attack patterns and find suitable strategies.