Customer Reviews

MegaMan Legends

5 star:		(11)
4 star:		(4)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

People have said this isn't a Mega Man game because the main character isn't the same guy as in the original series and the plot is different. But by that definition there hasn't been a Mega Man game in three years, and there hasn't been one released in the US in five years. And the game does have a lot in common with the original series, as I'll explain. Also, this game was released four years ago, on the original PlayStation, so those of you complaining about the graphics seem to have missed the point. Especially those of you who think the graphics alone take it down to 2 stars (hello, this is Casual Gamers R Us, how may we help you?).

Anyway, this is sort of a spinoff of the Mega Man series, like X or Battle Network. At some point in what is apparently the past of the normal MM series, people live on small islands using machines powered by refractor crystals, which are found by people called Diggers in underground ruins. It's a dangerous job, though, because the ruins are inhabited by dangerous "Reaverbots" who attack any intruders. MegaMan Volnut, one of these Diggers, crash-lands on Kattelox Island, where he searches for parts for his friend Roll to use to rebuild his airship... and then pirates attack, and then weird stuff starts happening whenever MegaMan goes into the ruins... and ultimately MegaMan has to save the people on the island from being wiped out.

Now for the details. MegaMan, like every other character by that name, has a Mega Buster, but it actually works more like Bass's Forte Buster in that it's aimable and it rapidfires. The ruins play more or less like 3D versions of Mega Man stages, but there's not necessarily a boss in every level (though there are plenty of bosses). The controls are excellent and can be reconfigured if you don't like them (you might want to switch the sidestep and turning keys). There's also an "overworld" where you don't have much fighting to do (like in most RPGs). It's not really an RPG where you gain levels and stuff, but it's similar (think Zelda here).

The good news: It's fun. The game is long without being repetitive, every level introduces something new, the bosses aren't really a chore, and the cutscenes are wonderful. Also, while you don't get weapons from bosses in this game (with the exception of the Machine Buster, which is made of parts from an early boss--check trash cans downtown after you save City Hall), you do get lots of special weapons, which all have their own advantages and disadvantages (except the Powered Buster, which has no advantages, and the Active Buster, which has no disadvantages). And the special items you can get add another layer to the gameplay (what buster parts should I equip?).

The bad: The plot isn't the most brilliant, and half the time you have no idea what you're supposed to be doing. It's also not "really" a Mega Man game, so if you want something that plays exactly like every other MM game you're out of luck. Also, the ending is honestly pathetic. The one really bad thing is that the parts you need for half the decent weapons in the game are so well hidden, you have to know where they are already in order to find them (try <mmhp>).

The ugly: Tiesel Bonne. Can we say "PLASTIC SURGERY"? Seriously, somebody must have fallen from the TOP branch of the ugly tree. While proving that the ugly tree is a redwood.

Overall: If you want a fun game to play, get this game. If you want a Mega Man game and all that implies, don't get this game. If you judge games based solely on their graphics and how well they match their titles, don't write a review of this or any other game.

This game is not that bad...actually...it was quite fun. If you're a MM fan you'll love this...The story line has it's simplicity and complexity. It's has areas in the game where you can make choices that determine some of the outcomes...but don't get me wrong this is not an RPG. It's sorta half of that, the other half being action/adventure. There are a few movie scenes which were kinda cute. Hehehehe...you can do a few things in the game...like jump on roof tops...ride on the back of trucks...providing you get some of the hidden treasures hidden deep within the bowls of a 'dig site.' But I don't wanna spoil the game for yah...but the storyline thickens the more you play...oh ho...so it won't be that simple. Granted the storyline isn't that dark...like in the Megaman X games...for those of you who know it...but it is rather interesting. You meet some unusual, annoying, or frustrating bosses...but that's all part of the game! If you every get loss on what to do...count on the monkey with the invisible drum...heh...bet I lost you on that one...if you wanna know...play the game...and see! ^_^ Ja Ne!

I LOVE THE GAME!!! you gotta buy it... it even works in windows XP!!! for all you out there wondering if this game has the quality your looking for, it has GOOD quality!!!

Megaman is the best game that I've played in my whole life. It's cool, funny, and really witty because you can kick a soda can into a bakery counter and get bonus money. Buy the game. You won't regret it.

This game is really fun and exiting, And by playing one it is easer to go with the story of two.Besides who doesent enjoy blasting away pirats or fighting cool robots. all in all this game gets a 4 rating from me.

Megaman Legends is probably my favourite Capcom title and a contender for favourite PSX title. It's a little bit RPG, a little bit action, a little bit puzzle...Capcom's developers DO know innovation, though you wouldn't know it by looking at whatever Resident Evil or Street Fighter Hyper Alpha Pink Mongoose 4 sequel is splattered across the market at this time.

The game scares a lot of oldschool Megaman fans. These people do not want something new, they want linear level design with a cute little boss and a victory pose. Megaman Legends isn't really about getting to old Doc Wily or Sigma or who-cares-who and pounding his face until he stops being evil. The plotline is "whimsical if kidsy" as opposed to "kind of a loose frame for murdering robot dudes". It takes very nearly the whole game for there to be anything serious.

Purchase this game and love it. Only a gibbering fool would hate a Megaman game for not being the same as the thing before.

Though I got stumped on this game shortly after the fight with the Marlfox digging bot, I still had an awsome time with this game. The best part is kicking vending machines and blowing them up then reading the report on them in the police station. The best part is definately taking cover behind Rolls car to fight all the tanks. This is a must have for all Megaman fans.

The Megaman game is fun IF you could not care less for having this be a continuation of the series. If you like the original series, you might not like this because it could not be any more different from the tv and NES/Super NES/Gameboy series. If you have no idea what megaman is and have no idea what i am talking about, you would probably like this game.

I liked this game. No, actually, I loved it. It was great to be able to play a MegaMan game in 3D but if your like me, you beat it in a day or two then get sort of bored of it. It was great that they tried making the game longer by giving difficulty settings after beating it but it just wasn't enough. If you really want to play a good game, this is one of 'em...but be prepared to finish it in a few days. After playing this game though, I realized that MegaMan games aren't meant for 3D. It just can't beat the original side scrolling MM games. Im really fond of the X series. I wouldn't mind seeing a MMX in 3D just as long as it has alot of the original concepts to it. Well...Thats enough from me =P Later! ^.^

Did you know that Tron has a crush on Megaman? When you save her from Paprika(the dog), she walks slowly towards you and starts to blush!She is kinda hot too... Ill betcha she wants to get in bed with him!but...Megaman is already occupied by a REALLY hot chick! ROLL (Megaman's secret wife)!I think she's hotter than Iris(Zero's secret wife) and Alia (X's secret wife).But the rest you'll figure out along the way.