Well, I figured it was about time for me to get in on the whole blogging thing, so here is goes.

Mega Man 9 is an awesome game. So I decided I needed to list 9 reasons why it rocks. I had to limit myself, as I could have gone on forever. Keep in mind this is coming from a guy who has been playing this series since 1989 (MM2). I've seen the series take some great turns, and a few bad ones as well. This one was most certainly in the right direction. Here are just nine reasons why:

1. Return of useful special weapons

2. Return of balanced and well designed Robot Masters

3. Innovative and challenging level design that rivals even Mega Man 2

4. Perfect mix of old (mm2) and new (mm4-6) sound effects. I love the SFX when your health recharges, and I'm glad it made a comeback. Don't ask, I just love it.

5. Despite being labeled a "budget" title, it is more polished than most modern games I've played.

6. Inafune had the balls to make it despite the failures of MHX/MMPU

7. The team was not afraid to innovate where it was appropriate (Splash Woman).

8. In these tough times, it is nice to indulge in the simple pleasures, and know that some things do not change!

9. It is Mega Man 9!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Despite all the amazing goodness that is MM9, there are a few things that might make a sequel even better =D

Things to consider for MM10:

1. ***Bring back Bass and Treble!***

2. Bring back Duo!

3. Consider integrating some concepts from MMPU (level builder, play as bosses, etc)

4. Consider more than one Female Robot Master.

In closing, I love this game, and will be spending a lot more time with it over the next week or so since gasoline is non-existent in Atlanta. >_>