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Games like Mega Man IV

1993

You run, jump and shoot as Mega Man through robotic stages to stop Dr. Wily's mind control plot. Its appeal lies in tight jumps, boss fights that reward learning their weaknesses, and the support of Rush and Beat.

Jumping and platforming
Sci-fi setting
Shooting and gunplay
Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

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The closest matches for Mega Man IV are Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX, Mighty Gunvolt and Duke Nukem II. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Mega Man IV special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Best alternative overall: Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 93% match – Jumping and platforming
Newest alternative: Mechstermination Force 89% match – released 2019

Best match

Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX

93 %Match

2019PCPlayStationXboxNintendo SwitchSteam Deck playable89 % positive14.99 €

You blast through fast, stylish 2D side-scrolling stages where shooting, jumping and dodging flow together smoothly. The game delivers classic action with a striking, comic-like look.

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Mighty Gunvolt

Jumping and platforming

Mighty Gunvolt is a fast 2D side-scrolling action game that pays homage to retro 8-bit classics. You fire lightning-powered shots, dodge boss attacks, and chase high scores across colorful pixel-art stages that carry the Azure Striker Gunvolt spirit.

Duke Nukem II

Jumping and platforming

A classic DOS platform shooter where Duke blasts his way through aliens and robots as a cocky action hero. Fast levels, hidden secrets and plenty of over-the-top attitude define the game.

Mighty Gunvolt Burst

Jumping and platforming

Mighty Gunvolt Burst is a fast 2D action game in the Gunvolt series where you blast through levels with electric powers in a retro-inspired pixel style. Its reworked systems and deep character customization let you shape your hero to suit how you like to play.

VectorMan 2

Jumping and platforming

A fast run-and-gun platformer where the orb-bodied VectorMan blasts and transforms his way through an abandoned research facility. Its pre-rendered 3D orb-model look was distinctive for the era.

Mighty No. 9

Jumping and platforming

A 2D run-and-gun platformer in the vein of classic Mega Man: as the robot Beck you jump through twelve stages, blast enemies and absorb their powers with a dash attack. It is widely regarded as an uneven execution of its promising concept.

Bionic Commando Rearmed

Jumping and platforming

A remake of the NES classic where you swing with a bionic arm instead of jumping through 2.5D levels, fighting a militaristic regime's forces. It pairs classic arcade design with modernized visuals and a tough challenge.

Sonic Adventure 2

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A fast-paced 3D platformer where you alternate between hero and dark-side characters, mixing high-speed runs, mech shooting sections and treasure hunting. Known for its dual good-versus-evil story campaign and iconic soundtrack.

Azure Striker Gunvolt 2

Jumping and platforming

A fast, old-school 2D action platformer where you play as Gunvolt and his rival Copen, tagging enemies and unleashing flashy lock-on attacks. It emphasizes tight stages, boss fights and score chasing with an anime flavor.

Mechstermination Force

Action-packed real-time combat

You climb onto gigantic MegaMechs and hunt down their weak points in this fast, action-packed platforming boss rush. It comes from the creator of the Gunman Clive series and keeps the focus on spectacular battles.