*sigh* Some potential bad news from The Mega Man Network. It appears that NeoWiz, the developer of Rockman Online, a Korean based MMO, is undergoing a heavy restructure, reports the Digital Times. In which case, its workforce regarding PC games is being reduced from 300 to 50. Needless to say, that's a pretty steep decline. Things look rather bleak for the well-anticipated Rockman game.

NeoWiz is wishing to shift focus more toward mobile gaming rather than PC specific. Understandable, what with mobile gaming really taking off in recent years, but still, what of the status of Rockman Online? As of now, it's undoubtedly on hold, but NeoWiz is considering its affiliate company, GAMEON, to grab the reins of its development. It's yet to be seen how Capcom will treat this sudden turn of events. They may decide to revoke the rights to the franchise and as such, the game would gain a spot alongside Universe and Legends 3.

I dunno about you guys, but to have a third Mega Man game, although unavailable worldwide, cancelled in the midst of Rockman/Mega Man's 25th year will really, really irk me. Still, let us remain optimistic. NeoWiz may manage things just right. Don't let us down!

Hello, my dear subjects friends.

This is just a...friendly reminder that the deadline for contest entries is May 8th, 2012. I would like to get some more body designs in by that time. I currently have in my possession a...rather small amount. Unacceptable! I know humans are capable of much more than that. Wait...did I just compliment bags of bones? Flesh suits? I feel dirty...

Listen up! The deadline has been extended to June 1st. I feel this should be enough time what with "folks" getting out the their intellectual pursuits of education seminars or whatever it's called. School? Such slow and petty learning process versus us superior robotic beings.

Well, my fellow fans. It looks like we made it. In under a year's time since the cancellation of Mega Man Legends 3, the 100k group has reached its goal. This is truly a milestone in the history of the Mega Man franchise and quite frankly, gaming in general. A mighty statement that has been made with gusto. We've seen similar acts in "Operation Rainfall" and we can plainly see how that worked out.

We shall not stop here though, oh no. More members/likes are encouraged. While the goal of 100k was reached, the ultimate goal is to have Mega Man Legends 3 back into production and one day soon, in our sweaty, eager palms. We've waited quite long enough. So now we humbly wait some more for a response from Capcom, if any. The ball is in their court now.

The campaign still lives though, so head on over to Legends3.com and participate in any way you wish. Particularly becoming a Servbot in the Devroom. 25,000+ members is our mark there.

This article shall be updated with any forthcoming news that may pertain to this exciting event. Congratulations, everyone. What a great display of spirit and devotion.

A little bit of info regarding the recently revealed Project X Zone 3DS game by Banpresto. Yesterday their website went live and it's pretty spiffy, but not much has been done with it yet. However, character pages showing art and voice clips have been added, our duo included (a view of Zero's artwork can now be seen). X and Zero are voiced by Takahiro Sakurai and Ryotaro Okiayu, respectively. Sakurai has voiced X since Command Mission and Okiayu has voiced Zero since, well, since they had voices (X4)! These voice actors know their way around them and the clips sound pretty good.

Still waiting on some more info on the game though!

Ever wanted to head-butt rocks like X could with the First Armour's helmet?

Now you can!



Well not really. Please don't attempt that in all, in fact. We don't want a lawsuit.

*Ahem* but uh, GamePunkArts has knitted this snuggly piece of X headgear and has it up for purchase at Etsy for the price of 54.86 USD. Ouch. Well, you can at least admire its fine detail and craftsmanship, right?

Source: Protodude's Rockman Corner

UPDATE: A scan of the two in what looks to be gameplay has been released, as seen above. X can be seen using Twin Slasher and Frost Tower, while Zero is using Raijingeki and Kuuenzan. The area also looks to be a cybernetic area. Perhaps belonging to a certain Peacock or Anteater?

As you all probably know, Capcom, Sega and Namco Bandai have been teasing a collaboration for 3DS. Recent rumours believe it to be called "Project X Zone", and of course the teaser site itself seems to hint that X and Zero shall be starring among the Capcom side of things.

This week's issue of Famitsu has indeed confirmed the game to be titled Project X Zone, a strategy RPG in which the featured characters team up in pairs for fights. The confirmed character list is:

Capcom
Ryu & Ken (Street Fighter 0), X and Zero (Mega Man), Demitri and Dante (Darkstalkers and Devil May Cry), Chris and Jill (Resident Evil)

Sega
Shinguji Sakura and Ogami Ichiro (Sakura Wars), Pai and Akira (Virtua Fighter), Kurt and Riela (Valkyria Chronicles), Ulala and Touma (Space Channel 5 and Shining Force EXA)

Namco Bandai
Sanger Somvold (Super Robot Wars), Jin and Ling Xiaoyu (Tekken), Kos-Mos and T-elos (Xenosaga), Yurie and Estel (Tales of Vesperia), Kaito and Black Rose (.hack)

More details should be pouring in soon, and a trailer is to be debuting this month!

Source: Protodude's Rockman Corner

UPDATE: By order of...ugh Lord Sigma, the deadline has been extended to June 1st, 2012 due to multiple requests.

Well, as you all are aware, Sigma has done what he does best and has taken advantage of MegaManX9.com and demands a new, powerful body be created by our esteemed members so he may rise again. As it stands I don't have much choice but to dispense the stipulations of Sigma's competition. So without further ado, here they are...

• You may design the body however you wish. Draw it, sketch it, sprite it, animate it, render it. Do it. Sigma wants any designs, any way.
  
  
• The type of Sigma Body can be both normal or large "final form" sized. The choice is totally up to you and your devious creativity. Sigma would love you to show Dr. Doppler how it's done, so to speak.
  
  
• You can enter up to two entries. Two is...preferred...needless to say.
  
  
• As in previous contests, joint entries are accepted for those who can't quite produce their entry, yet may have a great concept in mind.
  
  
• The deadline for submissions is June 1st, 2012. If people request more time, we may oblige. Mustn't keep Sigma waiting though...
  
  
• Send all entries to Sigma (at) MegaManX9 (dot) com...he wants to see them himself first.

The prizes for this contest are set at $100 for 1st Place, $60 for 2nd, and $40 for 3rd. The values of their respective places will be split in the result of a joint victor.
Note that if anyone has any questions regarding this mission, please sound off in the comments. I'm sure Sigma will be happy to answer them...or not. Also, if anyone has any ideas for a specific prize, let us know, but it shouldn't be more than the values stated above and keep in mind joint entries should also be considered in the result of a joint victor.

Now...you may begin!

In case you've forgotten, I delivered a little message at the end of the previous contest results video. You see, I was very impressed with the designs you ignorant masses devised and gave you warning that I would come to find what I seek. The time has come.

I've infected MegaManX9.com's system and have become one with the website. Until a suitable body has been selected, I will remain within the site...watching, waiting. I have "persuaded" the staff to do my bidding and they will see to performing a proper process of elimination in which to determine the perfect design.

Having all that been said, my contest will be starting soon...very soon.

What with the biology motif, it would appear that all the research and scientific processes are coming to a head. In other words, Banpresto's new game is fast-coming! Their official site has been equipped with a counter that is ceaselessly ticking down to midnight of April 12th. Then, and only then, will this mystery title be revealed! (unless it's leaked of course =P)

It is unknown if any more specimens will be added to each company's respective petri dishes, but as of now this is the consensus. Makes a lot of sense to me!



Those especially! Can't wait to see what this game is all about...

Source: Destructoid

After months in production for a budget of only $700, film-maker Olan Rogers has released his short Mega Man X Film!



A nicely done display, if I do say so myself. Feel free to leave a comment for him on the main video page.

Source: Protodude's Rockman Corner