Mega Man, known as Rockman in Japan, is a classic action game developed and published by Capcom for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) on December 17, 1987. As the first entry in the Mega Man franchise, it laid the foundation for the entire series. Players control the protagonist Mega Man to take on six Robot Masters under Dr. Wily and foil his plan to conquer the world. The game features non-linear level selection, allowing players to choose the order of stages freely. Each defeated Robot Master grants Mega Man a unique special weapon; by leveraging the weapon weakness system, players can craft optimal strategies to beat the game. Renowned for its high difficulty and innovative gameplay, Mega Man remains a beloved classic among gamers worldwide.