Capcom officially unveiled Mega Man: Dual Override during The Game Awards 2025, confirming the long-awaited return of the Blue Bomber. The new title is the 12th mainline entry in the franchise and is set to launch in 2027 across consoles and PC.
The reveal trailer showed Mega Man materializing in a glowing teleport chamber before cutting to fast-paced, side-scrolling action that stays true to the series’ classic roots while adding modern visual flair. Watch below.
What Is Mega Man: Dual Override?
Mega Man: Dual Override is a brand-new action platformer developed by Capcom, marking the franchise’s first mainline entry since Mega Man 11.
While Capcom hasn’t gone deep on story details yet, the trailer emphasizes classic run-and-gun gameplay, tight platforming, and high-energy boss encounters.
The game arrives as Capcom prepares to celebrate Mega Man’s 40th anniversary in 2027. The original game debuted in 1987, and the franchise has since sold over 43 million units worldwide.
Platforms And Release Window
Mega Man: Dual Override launches in 2027 for:
- Nintendo Switch 2
- Nintendo Switch
- PlayStation 5
- PlayStation 4
- Xbox Series X|S
- Xbox One
- PC via Steam
Capcom confirmed the game will release simultaneously across all platforms.
Fan Boss Design Contest Announced
Capcom also announced a special Robot Master boss design contest, giving fans the chance to help Dr. Wily create a brand-new boss that will appear in the game. Details and entry rules are available through the contest’s official site and trailer.
This isn’t the first time Capcom has involved fans in Mega Man’s development, but it’s one of the most direct opportunities yet to influence a mainline entry.
Mega Man 11 Discount And New Languages
To celebrate the reveal, Mega Man 11 is getting a major digital discount. For a limited time, the game will be available for under $5 USD on:
- PlayStation Store
- Nintendo eShop
- Xbox Store
- Steam
Capcom also confirmed new Brazilian Portuguese and Latin American Spanish localizations for Mega Man 11, with an update rolling out later tonight.
A Big Year Ahead For Mega Man
With Mega Man: Dual Override launching during the franchise’s 40th anniversary year, Capcom is clearly positioning the Blue Bomber for a major comeback. More details, including gameplay mechanics and Robot Masters, are expected to be revealed closer to launch.
Watch the trailer:
