EPISODE · Jul 12, 2018 · 2H 17M
#21: Mega Man 1, 2, & 3
from KnockBack: The Retro and Nostalgia Podcast · host Last Stand Media & Studio71
In 1987, upstart Japanese publisher-slash-developer Capcom changed the game when it released Mega Man (known as Rockman in Japan), a silky smooth, beautiful, and dynamic non-linear side scrolling shooter. By 1990, Capcom had followed up the original Mega Man with two fantastic sequels, cementing the franchise in old-school Nintendo lore. Today, on the longest episode of KnockBack to date, we dissect our love of the Blue Bomber, and discuss at length the special bond we developed over the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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In 1987, upstart Japanese publisher-slash-developer Capcom changed the game when it released Mega Man (known as Rockman in Japan), a silky smooth, beautiful, and dynamic non-linear side scrolling shooter. By 1990, Capcom had followed up the original Mega Man with two fantastic sequels, cementing the franchise in old-school Nintendo lore. Today, on the longest episode of KnockBack to date, we dissect our love of the Blue Bomber, and discuss at length the special bond we developed over the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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#21: Mega Man 1, 2, & 3
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