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Mega Man Comic Book Series Coming Spring 2011
Archie Comics will be taking on the Blue Bomber in a new monthly series. This isn't the publisher's first gaming property. AC is also known for its adaptation of Sonic the Hedgehog. See the full cover of the first issue after the jump.
The creative team includes artist Patrick "Spaz" Spaziante and writer Ian Flynn.
Archie Comics explains the focus of the series:
The Mega Man comic book series will follow the original Rock/Mega Man in his battles against the maniacal Dr. Wily. Mega Man's jam-packed, fast-paced adventures are told from the perspective of Rock (a.k.a. Mega Man) the young boy with a peaceful heart now thrust into a life of conflict.
"Readers can expect non-stop action, as well as an exploration of the themes of family, choice and loyalty that make the Mega Man franchise a property that connects on a very personal level," says editor of the Sonic and Mega Man comic franchises, Paul Kaminski. "From there, we hope to fully explore not only that classic world, but the other spin-offs including Mega Man X, Mega Man Zero, Mega Man Legends and more!"
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