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Mega Man 9: Proto Man Mode (2008)

Mega Man 9: Proto Man Mode cover
Developer
Inti Creates
Publisher
Capcom
Platforms
PlayStation 3, Wii, Xbox 360
Genres
Platform
Where to get it
Website

How it feels

A harder remix of an already tough platformer, demanding sharper reflexes.

punishingtight platformingfastretro-styleprecision-demanding

About

This mode gives the player the ability to play as Proto Man (also known as Blues in Japan), who has the "Proto Buster," the ability to slide, and use his "Proto Shield" for defense. However, Proto Man takes twice the damage, has twice the recoil, fires slightly lower shots (he can hit enemies Mega Man would normally miss on the ground) and cannot access Dr. Light's Lab to purchase supplies. There is no story for this version of the game.

Screenshots

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