Mega Man Returns in 2027 With New Game for Switch & Switch 2
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– Mega Man: Dual Override, a new classic action platformer, was announced for the Switch and Switch 2, with a planned 2027 release.
– The announcement included a brief first look at gameplay, which appears to feature the series’ signature platforming action.
– Capcom is running a fan contest to design a Robot Master with a powerful suction arm, with the winning design to be included in the game.
– Submissions for the contest close on January 1st, 2026, followed by a public vote on 20 selected designs starting January 30th, 2026.
– Separately, Capcom announced the sci-fi game Pragmata for the Switch 2, along with plans for an amiibo and a demo.
The iconic Blue Bomber is officially making a grand return, with Capcom announcing a brand-new mainline game titled Mega Man: Dual Override. Revealed during The Game Awards, the classic action-platformer is slated for a 2027 release on Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2, alongside other platforms. This marks a significant revival for the beloved franchise, promising to deliver the precise, challenging gameplay that has defined the series for decades.
Accompanying the announcement was a brief glimpse of gameplay. While the teaser was short, it clearly showcased the fast-paced, side-scrolling action and signature shooting mechanics fans expect. The visual style appears to be a vibrant evolution of the classic aesthetic, bringing Mega Man into new, futuristic environments. Capcom’s official description hints at an adventure where players will “override challenges and blast down legions of robots while springboarding across a new array of futuristic frontiers.”
In a move that directly engages the passionate community, Capcom has launched “The Robot Master Design Contest.” This initiative invites fans to submit their original concepts for a new Robot Master enemy, with one winning design being incorporated into the final game. The specific brief calls for a Robot Master whose right arm possesses immense suction powers. Submissions will be accepted until January 1st, 2026. Following this, Capcom’s internal team will select 20 finalists to be put to a public vote starting January 30th, 2026, giving the community a direct role in shaping the game’s content.
Beyond the exciting Mega Man news, Capcom’s presentation at the event included other notable reveals. The long-anticipated sci-fi adventure game Pragmata was confirmed for a launch on the Switch 2 early next year. Additional details included plans for a related amiibo figure and a future playable demo, rounding out a substantial showcase from the veteran publisher.
(Source: Nintendo Life)
