In 2015, the video game franchise Mega Man was announced to have its own #Animated Series. The news was not a surprise to fans since most video games had been adapted to anime series. According to Capcom, the new anime series is scheduled to release this 2017. However, a recent news may prove that it is not anymore the case.
Today, Dentsu Entertainment USA revealed that the latest animated TV series of Mega Man, also known as Rock Man, would be aired on 2018 or later. The announcement did not reveal the reason for the postponed release. However, it confirmed that the upcoming anime would be aired on Cartoon Network, reported WWG. It was previously reported that Disney XD would air the TV series on its release. Originally, the team was aiming for a 2017 airdate to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the game franchise.
Dentsu Entertainment USA in cooperation with DHX will take charge of all global rights. In addition, DHX will spearhead the distribution and licensing in the United States in partnership with Dentsu Entertainment USA. In Asia, Dentsu Inc. will handle the distribution and licensing, says Anime News Network.
The latest animated series will center on an average school boy who uncovered the truth about the secret protocols buried in his programming. This concealed code can transform him into a strong and powerful Mega Man. He will be the first-ever robotic superhero and will face various threats that will endanger the Silicon City. The protagonist will also struggle to preserve his true identity while maintaining an image of a superhero.
In the animated series, Aki Light will be introduced as the alter ego of the superhero, Mega Man. When in his superhero form, Aki's skin re-forms in a burst of visual dazzling display and computer codes. He will wear an impenetrable garb armed with nanocore armor as well as the iconic Mega Buster arm cannon and helmet. In addition, fans will also see old characters like Rush as well as fresh characters like Mega Mini.
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