Mega Man (2017)

[TurtleTitan97]

Dentsu Entertainment USA has partnered with Man of Action Entertainment to develop a 26-episode animated series based on Capcom’s iconic video game franchise “Mega Man” for the global market, it was announced today by Yuichi Kinoshita, President and Chief Executive Officer, Dentsu Entertainment USA, Inc. Under terms of the deal, Dentsu Entertainment holds worldwide broadcast and licensing rights for all aspects of the new “Mega Man” TV series.

Dentsu handpicked Man of Action Entertainment, creators of Ben 10 and Generator Rex, to create, write and executive produce the all-new “Mega Man” animated series. Disney/Marvel’s Academy Award-winning feature Big Hero 6 utilized the characters and team created by Man of Action, the bi-coastal creative studio and writers’ collective formed by creators and acclaimed comic book writers Joe Casey, Joe Kelly, Duncan Rouleau and Steven T. Seagle. Marvel called upon Man of Action to produce and write “Ultimate Spider-Man” and “Marvel’s Avengers Assemble” for their successful launches on Disney XD. The new “Mega Man” series has a target air date of 2017, coinciding with the franchise’s 30th anniversary.

“We are very excited about the opportunity to introduce an all-new ‘Mega Man’ to loyal fans and kids,” said Kinoshita, commenting on the deal. “Having a celebrated character from Japan reimagined by Man of Action is the ideal project for Dentsu Entertainment USA.”

Man of Action’s Rouleau said, “The 1990s ‘Mega Man’ TV series was cool and different than other series targeted at kids during that time. It featured great action, but also brought the laughs. Mega Man is a character that is even more relevant for today’s kids and we are really looking forward to creating something new that still respects the long tradition of the character.”

The “Mega Man” franchise is grounded in a series of video games, first launched in 1987, featuring battles fought by the eponymous blue robot protagonist and an ongoing cast of allies and enemies. The “Mega Man” multiverse has spawned over 130 video games on multiple gaming systems, selling over 30 million copies worldwide, as well as a plethora of toys, comics and collectibles. A highly-rated “Mega Man” TV series was popular in the USA in the 1990s and aired for several seasons.

http://www.comingsoon.net/tv/news/44...-episode-order

[LeotheLateBloomer]

I just found this out right now. I wonder what type of animation style it will be.

[Shred Head]

I was jumping up and down for joy when I started reading then Man of Action Entertainment and Ultimate Spider-Man came across my eyes and now my interest is pretty much dead now. Oh well at least its a sign that maybe Capcom will show interest in making some games again.

[The Coffee Man]

Eh.

If it wasn't for the fact that I'm dealing with disillusionment from the video game industry and that Capcom killed my enthusiasm for the franchise, I would be looking forward to it.

I'm more looking forward to the Mighty No 9 stuff, to be honest.

Also this is the studio that is also currently making Ultimate Spider-Man. Thought I'd point that out.

[turtlefanforever]

about time

[NinjaPug]

Was excited until I saw Man of Action mentioned.

[oldmanwinters]

Having watched almost all of the 1st season of the DiC cartoon on DVD, I really don't think it's that bad considering the culture of cartoons at the time. The character models are odd in that "make em look buff" sense and the characterization is pretty shallow on Proto Man, but they do seem to make great use of elements from the source material. The animation itself is surprisingly fluid considering my expectations. And I love the theme song.

[LeotheLateBloomer]

Originally Posted by oldmanwinters

Having watched almost all of the 1st season of the DiC cartoon on DVD, I really don't think it's that bad considering the culture of cartoons at the time. The character models are odd in that "make em look buff" sense and the characterization is pretty shallow on Proto Man, but they do seem to make great use of elements from the source material. The animation itself is surprisingly fluid considering my expectations. And I love the theme song.

Well yeah, 90s, dude. Shows back then didn't always have the best quality and character models were pretty off at times. Still, some of those old video game shows hold up pretty well to this day, imo.

[raph27]

So Mega Man gets into Smash Bros, now a TV show... yet hasn't had a game in what? 5 or 6 years? C'mon Capcom!

[Sumac]

There are rumors (just rumors for now), that Capcom is about to have a full scale resurrection of the franchise, with multiple multimedia projects.

[Candy Kappa]

Originally Posted by RaphaeltheAwesome

So Mega Man gets into Smash Bros, now a TV show... yet hasn't had a game in what? 5 or 6 years? C'mon Capcom!

damn, just realized how old Mega Man 10 are...

[drgon78]

Well hopefully it will be good. Now if we could just get an anime for the Legend of Zelda, Metroid, Final Fantasy 6, Breath of Fire 3, Phantasy Star 4, Dragon Quest 8, Castlevania: SoTN, and Lollipop Chainsaw, I will be happy.

[CyberCubed]

He had already has his Archie comic ongoing too.

[TurtleTitan97]

First look at Mega Man:

Spoiler:

http://www.polygon.com/2016/5/26/117...s-2017-details

[The Deadman]

Originally Posted by TurtleTitan97

First look at Mega Man:

Spoiler:

https://cdn2.vox-cdn.com/thumbor/IQd.../372274.0.jpeg

http://www.polygon.com/2016/5/26/117...s-2017-details

That looks like the character from Mighty No. 9.

[TurtleTitan97]

Originally Posted by The Deadman

That looks like the character from Mighty No. 9.

Not really, it looks terrible in comparison to that design.

And it gets worse:

Dentsu Entertainment and DHX Media's upcoming Mega Man animated series will focus on Aki Light — a regular, everyday kid who also happens to be schoolboy robot.

Besides living his "normal, upbeat" life, Aki has the ability to transform into Mega Man's iconic armor, complete with the Mega Buster arm cannon and helmet. Familiar characters -- like Mega Man's adorable robotic dog, Rush -- will be a part of the series, and new characters, like Mega Mini, will make their debut.

IGN has an exclusive image reveal of Mega Man with Mega Mini you can check out below.

Mega Man will debut in 2017, to coincide with Mega Man's 30th anniversary. The cartoon's team is aimed primarily at a young audience, ages six to nine, but hopes video game–loving parents will tune in as well.

Dentsu Entertainment and DHX Media are working in collaboration with Man of Action Entertainment -- the creators behind the Ben 10 franchise and Marvel's Big Hero 6 characters -- to bring Mega Man back to life.

"The best thing about Mega Man is his unflinching wide-eyed optimism and an over-the-top sense of humor," Duncan Rouleau of Man of Action said in a statement. "This show reflects both qualities. We've got it all in there, it's hopeful, forward-leaning, action-packed... it's full on fun ahead."

http://www.ign.com/articles/2016/05/...image-revealed

[Mew]

I used to like Mega Man a lot! It's my second favorite NES game! The re-design is horrendous, and Mega Man IS NOT A FREAKING SCHOOLBOY! He fights other robots and kicks there ass. Mega Man doesn't need a Prom date, he needs to fight Dr. Wily! This is going to suck, I know it already. When I first saw this I had high hopes, now I'm destroyed because Mega Man is going to be a stupid schoolboy trying to be hip, do the Whip/Nae Nae, he will Dab! He is going to be the underdog, BLAH BLAH BLAH. I want to throw whoever suggested this out a window to their inevitable death! Now, because of this horrible series, Mario will be a teenager learning why his Super Mushroom is getting bigger! UGH!

[CyberCubed]

Looks terrible.

Megaman NT Warrior is the best Megaman anime or cartoon, and even then it wasn't great, but at least it was true to the source material and went on for over 100 episodes. Sadly the dub never finished the show.

[Etsyturtle2]

Originally Posted by Mew

I used to like Mega Man a lot! It's my second favorite NES game! The re-design is horrendous, and Mega Man IS NOT A FREAKING SCHOOLBOY! He fights other robots and kicks there ass. Mega Man doesn't need a Prom date, he needs to fight Dr. Wily! This is going to suck, I know it already. When I first saw this I had high hopes, now I'm destroyed because Mega Man is going to be a stupid schoolboy trying to be hip, do the Whip/Nae Nae, he will Dab! He is going to be the underdog, BLAH BLAH BLAH. I want to throw whoever suggested this out a window to their inevitable death! Now, because of this horrible series, Mario will be a teenager learning why his Super Mushroom is getting bigger! UGH!

Their* And he will not whip.

[The Deadman]

Originally Posted by Mew

I used to like Mega Man a lot! It's my second favorite NES game! The re-design is horrendous, and Mega Man IS NOT A FREAKING SCHOOLBOY! He fights other robots and kicks there ass. Mega Man doesn't need a Prom date, he needs to fight Dr. Wily! This is going to suck, I know it already. When I first saw this I had high hopes, now I'm destroyed because Mega Man is going to be a stupid schoolboy trying to be hip, do the Whip/Nae Nae, he will Dab! He is going to be the underdog, BLAH BLAH BLAH. I want to throw whoever suggested this out a window to their inevitable death! Now, because of this horrible series, Mario will be a teenager learning why his Super Mushroom is getting bigger! UGH!

When he's out of his armor, he appears as a 10 year old boy.