[091820XX]

X possesses great risks as well as great possibilities. I can only hope for the best.

[『ちびまる子ちゃん』正人]

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[Wolfshadow]

........wtf is this.

Capcom, stop rehashing X1 and freakin' give me X9.

On my 360, my PS3, or my damn Wii, I DON'T CARE.

**EDIT**

...your username is X's birthday.

>>;;;;;;;; I see what you did thar.

[SantuXD]

Rehash X4, make a X8 HD remake, or fix HD X's damn artwork, this looks ridiculous.


Or better yet, make X9 and develop Legends 3 again.

[Flame]

Doesnt seem legit.

[TheDoctor]

I don't buy it. Seth said they'd say something about Mega Man during the 25th anniversary, and not before. Normally, I have trouble believing Capcom when it come to Mega Man as of late, but I see no reason to doubt the "not before" part.

Besides, that isn't the same sprite the iPhone X1 game had, and Capcom would never bother to make entirely new HD sprites from the ground up when they already have some available. It completely goes against their business practice of "minimal effort, maximum milking" and/or their occasional use of "maximum effort, minimum displeased fans." Since an HD remake of X1 with entirely new sprites that weren't in the iPhone version fits neither of those descriptors, I'm calling shenanigans.

[killtoy666]

Wtf is this? I dont know if this has anything to do with the megaman aniverery but if i see one more remake of Megaman X im going to blow my brains out.

[AxlRocks]

I really like this art, other than the chibi head but that's just personal preference and really, it is a reflection of the original, but what's the story on this? If it's just your idea 091820XX, very cool.

On one hand, I find it hard to believe it's a leak/announcement of 25th Anniversary plans, same reasons TheDoctor said, but even if it were true, why Capcom? I mean, I'm glad we're getting something at all, but another remake? And I'm sure it won't be for PC anyway, which sure, that doesn't affect everyone but just my own little personal gripe lol But no biggie there, point is, we have 2 remakes of X, and one already is solely "HD." If the 25th Anniversary were going to be a simple re-release, as much as we all want more than that, why not re-release Maverick Hunter X for consoles and PC? Or something, I mean, at least that's a title some have never played because it's only ever been on PSP/Vita. Or even better, what about Phantom of Network and Legend of Network being released on other platforms? I would happily buy them from Steam for the same price as the phone version with no upgrades other than English and them being properly ported, not emulated. Even then, I'd rather see X9 or Legends 3, or something new in general.

Megaman has so many avenues to go down that fans would love and throw money at their screens for, and as cool as this looks just for fun or as a fan artwork, HD remakes really can't satisfy fans for much longer.

Also, an interesting note, the image is a PNG, but clearly shows JPG compression artifacts. Odd.

[killtoy666]

AxlRocks, on 17 June 2012 - 06:40 AM, said:

I really like this art, other than the chibi head but that's just personal preference and really, it is a reflection of the original, but what's the story on this? If it's just your idea 091820XX, very cool.

On one hand, I find it hard to believe it's a leak/announcement of 25th Anniversary plans, same reasons TheDoctor said, but even if it were true, why Capcom? I mean, I'm glad we're getting something at all, but another remake? And I'm sure it won't be for PC anyway, which sure, that doesn't affect everyone but just my own little personal gripe lol But no biggie there, point is, we have 2 remakes of X, and one already is solely "HD." If the 25th Anniversary were going to be a simple re-release, as much as we all want more than that, why not re-release Maverick Hunter X for consoles and PC? Or something, I mean, at least that's a title some have never played because it's only ever been on PSP/Vita. Or even better, what about Phantom of Network and Legend of Network being released on other platforms? I would happily buy them from Steam for the same price as the phone version with no upgrades other than English and them being properly ported, not emulated. Even then, I'd rather see X9 or Legends 3, or something new in general.

Megaman has so many avenues to go down that fans would love and throw money at their screens for, and as cool as this looks just for fun or as a fan artwork, HD remakes really can't satisfy fans for much longer.

Also, an interesting note, the image is a PNG, but clearly shows JPG compression artifacts. Odd.

I completely get what your trying to say, but if the infamously release something one more time i'm going to get freaking aggravated. I mean come on, its the 25 anniversary, if capcom really tried they could do so much more with this. I could handle an bundle of megaman games into one big jumble up, but remaking is going to enrage me if they decide to do so.

[TheDoctor]

Here's a thought, maybe they could release an HD collection. That could be pretty good.

[AxlRocks]

killtoy666, on 17 June 2012 - 02:06 PM, said:

I completely get what your trying to say, but if the infamously release something one more time i'm going to get freaking aggravated. I mean come on, its the 25 anniversary, if capcom really tried they could do so much more with this. I could handle an bundle of megaman games into one big jumble up, but remaking is going to enrage me if they decide to do so.

First, your avatar is awesome, but anyway, onto the topic! haha -- I'd prefer something new any day over re-releases too, but yeah, even below a simple re-release is where HD remakes fall, or remakes in general unless they add to the original in some meaningful way. They are just... honestly, a waste of everything. Waste of Capcom's time, our time, their money and keeps weakening the fan base to boot. I mean, like you said, it's the 25th Anniversary.

The sad thing is, a compilation could be really, really good, but they seem to just do an impartial re-release everytime. If they did a bundle of whatever series, we'd get all the games as they were released in our own countries and that's it. It's nice at face value, but you can tell no effort was put into it. For a fan, that's like a slap in the face. And maybe it's the completionist in me, but I feel like Capcom's bundles are always so lacking. If they made a bundle of: X1-X3 SNES, X3-X6 PSX, X7 (and fixed it up some)-X8 PS2, and Command Mission GC (because I understand it has minor additional content with the GBA link stuff. Just make it unlockable some other way, like by beating other games or something.), Maverick Hunter X, and Xtreme 1 and 2, add in the usual unlockable concept art, music, maybe some mini-games and what not, and I would absolutely be willing to pay far more than the usual 60 dollars for it. I know that sounds like a huge bundle, and it is, but they need to at least do it right if they're going to do a bundle. The BN games are a better example probably, because there are games only Japan has seen before.

Point is, we all know Capcom is a business, but they don't seem to realize we appreciate effort and attention. I wouldn't expect to pay only 60 dollars for that bundle I made up, because it's every game and I know they put effort into giving us the best, most complete version of every game. And I'm with you about another remake. Capcom used to be my favorite game dev, but their greediness and laziness has changed that. Seeing more of these remakes would be really unfortunate =\ I don't like to be so negative about all this but it's just a sad situation..

EDIT: I agree with you also TheDoctor. It'd be better than one game, and once again, I'd know effort was really put into it. I'd love to see my bundle up there made for PC also and for it to include options for X7, X8, CM, and MHX to allow AA, AF, and HD textures and resolution support. That's how it should be done. Wow, I'm getting more and more into dream land I guess...

[Mac]

Was this concept art for the iOS game? In my opinion, I think it looks great, but the head is a tad too big. Where the original sprite looks proportional, the HD art somehow does not. If this is REALLY real, then could you please tell us where you discovered it? To me, the logos at the bottom look rather off...hmm.

[Flame]

took the liberty of adressing some of what i see wrong with that.

ignoring the comically oversized head.

also, didnt mention it but I pointed it out, the light blue "M" on his helmet first of all, doesnt have cheek guards, and second, is supposed to meet at the point of his helmet.

[SantuXD]

Flame, on 18 June 2012 - 01:20 AM, said:

also, didnt mention it but I pointed it out, the light blue "M" on his helmet first of all

Can't see.

[Flame]

this part



compare the two in op's image. the SNES sprite and the "HD" sprite.

It's supposed to touch at the point below the headgem. but since whoever made this made the gem abnormally long, it cuts out before it reaches the tip.

compare it also, to these.

http://i887.photobuc...x2_xforward.jpg

http://i887.photobuc...l_mhx_xdash.jpg

http://i887.photobuc...l_x5_xstand.jpg

http://i887.photobuc..._xcm_xstand.jpg

http://i887.photobuc..._xcm_xstand.jpg

even in X8 the two light blue brows of his helmet come together at the point in the helmet.

but again, due to the large size of the gem, they cant, and instead come to an end before the point.

also- even X's X8 and mhx head gems are not as large as that "HD" pic.

[Zednanreh]

Flame, on 18 June 2012 - 02:38 AM, said:

http://www.themmnetw...x2_xforward.jpg

http://www.themmnetw...l_mhx_xdash.jpg

http://www.themmnetw...l_x5_xstand.jpg

http://www.themmnetw..._xcm_xstand.jpg

http://www.themmnetw..._x8_xwaist2.jpg

All link's are forbidden.

Edit: @ Flame: Ok then.

This post has been edited by Zednanreh: 18 June 2012 - 03:03 AM

[Flame]

fixed.

also, seriously, you can just google any official artwork of X ever, that shows both sides of the front of the helmet.

EDIT:

Also, in addition to the messed up perspective of the X-Buster barrel, if it was just a standing pose, there's no reason for the Buster to be out like that.

[Terminus]

It isn't even linked to a legit source (imageshack). That in itself is a red flag for this being false. Also, Flame, I'm kinda surprised you didn't point out X's Chest metal (from his sides). They are not formed properly at all. As well as the thigh on his left leg. Looks like a twist that isn't responsive for the foot (which you did point out).

[CircleBoi6]

To be honest, I'd rather see MMX4-6 on PSN/XBLA than another remake of MMX.

[AxlRocks]

If it is a leaked material, the fact it's on Imageshack actually makes sense to me. It needs to be reuploaded somewhere else, because if I were in the leaking business, I wouldn't just link it from Capcom's site. That is assuming it's even there in the open, because really, it shouldn't be accessible to the public yet; instead locked up tight on Capcom's servers. I also don't see any real problems with the art itself other than the spiky knees. Even that though, I group with the other differences as stylistic changes. To me, the whole peice could just be very stylized. There are very different aspects of X's First Armor from X1 and MHX as well, which I'll link and point out.



The boots. MHX has an all gold band which is flat to the legs. X1 has blue and gold with blue "puffing" out some. The round part on the sides are blue in MHX. The foot itself is different as well.
Torso. MHX is flatter around the waist as well as having a gold loop rather than white. There are no black bands before the shoulder parts and the shoulders are slightly blockier. Also don't have black near the outside tip of the shoulders.
The Buster/hands. MHX has a black section before X's hand. The Buster in MHX has red/orange on the inside of the raised parts, and also lacks any sections like X1. (The gold part is one solid peice except on the business end of the Buster.)
The head. The gem is an elongated diamond in MHX and reaches the tip of X's helmet, cutting off the M (or (\/) like) design. The gold fins are also much taller and seem a little longer as well. Overall, the front of the helmet has an edgier design, while X1 is more rounded off in the font.

Just something to think about is all I mean. Capcom likes to do style changes for no reason. Either way, very good job spotting the differences. I sure didn't notice some of them. That said, I don't really think it's a leak anyway lol But still, that's more of a gut feeling, I'm not sure I have any concrete evidence to support either side yet.