Mega Man 2 for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) is widely considered to be the game that defined the entire Mega Man franchise and is a legendary title in the 8-bit era. This action-platformer pits the heroic Mega Man against the evil Dr. Wily and his new army of eight uniquely themed Robot Masters like Metal Man and Quick Man. The game perfects the series' core loop: you can select and challenge the eight stages in any order, and upon defeating a Robot Master, you gain their special weapon, which is key to exploiting the weaknesses of other bosses. With tight controls, fantastic level design, the welcome addition of Energy Tanks and a password save system, and one of the most iconic 8-bit soundtracks ever composed, this title delivers a highly polished, challenging, and incredibly rewarding adventure that is an absolute classic.
