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Dual Override isn't called Mega Man 12
Nintendo Everything • • technology
Key Points:
- The new Mega Man game has shifted from using numbered titles to a subtitle format, now called Mega Man: Dual Override, to make the series more approachable for new players.
- The decision was influenced by feedback received after the release of Mega Man 11, where some potential players felt intimidated by the high installment number.
- While it is unclear if the numbering directly impacted sales, comments indicated that the high number deterred newcomers from trying the game.
- The subtitle naming convention aims to reduce stress and encourage new players to engage with the franchise without feeling overwhelmed by its long history.
