Sunday, May 11, 2025

Mega Man Legends / Rockman Dash Series Japanese Packaging / Box Art Translations

Mega Man Legends / Rockman Dash: Adventurous Spirit of Steel (PlayStation) (12.18.97) 

Another one of gaming's most beloved franchises since the late 80s that took a dangerous leap of faith into 3D. Rather than attempting the difficult task of replicating the fast and precise 2D gameplay at the dawn of the 3D era, Legends / Dash completely changed the gameplay approach and presentation, giving it a unique charm that many prefer to the main series.

(Images taken from MobyGames. Contributed by "FAM".)


Spine Card:

The face of the one you met...do you remember it?


Back:

A meeting of powers...unexpectedly unfolds.

Upon the Treasure Island made of Steel, a great adventure and drama begins!!


'Free Running' in a fully polygonal world.

From town to town, daily routines to battle...freely run throughout all of it! No one knows just when or where an incident will occur. As the drama unfolds like a flowing river, the game takes hold of your heart and doesn't let go!


A battle system OK even for those not great at action.

Auto-enemy search and lock-on abilities are possible with the weapon alteration system. Even those unskilled at action games will have fun!


A complete map navigation system.

Auto-mapping, vocal support, enemy alarms. With all this, you can rest easy...even in dungeons where it's easy to lose your way!


Various ways to fight, strategic battles.

You won't only fight from the front. Atop buildings, encircle, ambush...the tactics are infinite. Use your brains to defeat the enemy!


Misadventures of Tron Bonne, The / Tron ni Kobun: Rockman DASH Series (7.22.99)

In this semi obscure, late generation PS One release, Mega Man Legends villainess Tron Bonne starred in her own spin-off game. Of course, she's most famous for her appearance in Marvel vs. Capcom 2.


(Images taken from Gamefaqs. Contributed by SUFAMI and Samune.)


Spine Card: 

(Action Variety) It's the evil, and popular, Bonne family! This time, (Tron Bonne) makes a comeback as the main character!!

Rockman Dash 2 demo included! A gorgeous, special edition extra!!


Back:

(Servbot caption) According to Tron-Sama's orders, they'll enter the flames and the waters!


Eh, a villain lead!?

Rockman Dash's evil and popular Tronne, along with her Servbots, are making a big mess!! From bank heists to treasure hunting, they're up for any evil deed!


Anyone may enjoy the multiple missions!

A casino of various action, puzzle and RPG missions have been lined up!  Take advantage of your specialty genre!


Raise up the cute Kobuns!

The 40 kobuns are loyal, but a bit unreliable.  Relentlessly train them in a special room, or on your Pocket Station! Kobun that slack off go to the TORTURE ROOM!


Mega Man Legends 2 / Rockman Dash 2: The Great Inheritance (4.20.00)

Confusingly released within months of the Misadventures of Tron Bonne, Legends 2 not only got lost in the shuffle of the PS2 launch window, but within its own sub-series. The exciting box art, quite similar to Rockman X5, is far superior to the soulless American cover.


(Images taken from Gamefaqs.)

Pick up enemies!

Special weapons overflowing with individuality!

Where have Roll's parents gone...

Powerful enemies and sky pirates, the Bonne family!

Standing in your way, the guardians of the ruins!


Mega Man Legends / Rockman Dash: Adventurous Spirit of Steel (Nintendo 64) (11.22.00)

Another one of gaming's most beloved franchises since the late 80s that took a dangerous leap of faith into 3D. Rather than attempting the difficult task of replicating the fast and precise 2D gameplay at the dawn of the 3D era, Legends / Dash completely changed the gameplay approach and presentation, giving it a unique charm that many prefer to the main series.

(Images taken from Gamefaqs.)

A meeting of powers...unexpectedly unfolds.

Upon the Treasure Island made of Steel, a great adventure and drama begins!!


'Free Running' in a fully polygonal world.

From town to town, daily routines to battle...freely run throughout all of it! No one knows just when or where an incident will occur. As the drama unfolds like a flowing river, the game takes hold of your heart and doesn't let go!


A battle system OK even for those not great at action.

Auto-enemy search and lock-on abilities are possible with the weapon alteration system. Even those unskilled at action games will have fun!


A complete map navigation system.

Auto-mapping, vocal support, enemy alarms. With all this, you can rest easy...even in dungeons where it's easy to lose your way!


Various ways to fight, strategic battles.

You won't only fight from the front. Atop buildings, encircle, ambush...the tactics are infinite. Use your brains to defeat the enemy!


Mega Man Legends / Rockman Dash: Adventurous Spirit of Steel (PSP) (8.4.05)

Released nearly 8 years after the original PS1 version, the Japan exclusive PSP port offered little in terms of substantial changes. The western PSP received Mega Man Legends via PS1 Classics.

(Images taken from Gamefaqs.)


The spirit of adventure, unchanged.


Free Running RPG

From an ordinary day in the town, enter a dungeon where a secret treasure sleeps. Your world is connected by adventure. The drama unfolds upon the stage like a stream, while you're free to navigate as you please. 


Stress Free Action

With the automatic enemy search and lock-on function, stress free controls are a reality. Enjoy the action...


Not Just One Way To Do Battle 

The highly distinctive enemies can be fought from the front, above, far-away, around, ambushed or directly challenged. The tactics are limitless.


Substantial Gameplay

You can detour to play mini-games, or check out the plethora of sub-events. Create your own entertainment!


Mega Man Legends 2 / Rockman Dash 2: The Great Inheritance (PlayStation Portable) (9.8.05)

The Japanese exclusive port of Dash 2 saw performance upgrades and included additional content in the form of Roll's Close Call, which has since been fan-patched into English.

(Images taken from Gamefaqs.)


The adventure...the world's been waiting for.


A Fierce Attack: the Air Pirate Alliance

When it comes to the [Great Inheritance], the journey to this adventure is not over. Your third enemy, the Air Pirate Alliance is now involved. Experience 'free running' across the skies, the sea, the world!

Evolved stress-free action

The 'lock-on system' function has been expanded. Made even more comfortable, the game is easy to play no matter where you're at. With [lifting] and [throwing], the action has become even deeper and more fun.

Unrestricted Play

Utilizing the special characteristics of each town, there's a new strategy to playing. 'Dig-out' test. Quiz game. Mini-games and sub-events. The fun doesn't stop.


Special Inclusion!!

Episode 1: [Roll-Chan's Close Cal!]

Roll-Chan has been captured!? This tense sub-episode is included.


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