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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 Mega Man: Maverick Hunter X, Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX and Mega Man 10. 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: Mega Man: Maverick Hunter X 96% match – Jumping and platforming
Newest alternative: Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 93% match – released 2019

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Mega Man: Maverick Hunter X

96 %Match

2005PlayStation

You dash, jump and shoot through a futuristic world of rogue robots as Reploid X. This enhanced PSP remake of the first Mega Man X brings precise platforming action, new features and redesigned stages.

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Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX

Jumping and platforming

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.

Mega Man 10

Jumping and platforming

A deliberately NES-style 8-bit run-and-gun platformer where you pick stages in any order, beat robot bosses and take their weapons. Tight controls and a demanding, old-school difficulty.

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.

Mega Man 11

Jumping and platforming

The classic run-and-gun platformer returns with a fresh 2.5D look: you beat Robot Masters, take their weapons and tackle tight, precise stages. The new Double Gear system lets you slow time or boost your firepower.

Mega Man 8

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A classic run-and-gun platformer where Mega Man defeats eight robot masters and takes their weapons. The PlayStation entry brings a colorful cartoon look, animated cutscenes and varied stages with boss fights.

Mega Man Powered Up

Jumping and platforming

You run and gun through six robot-master stages, blasting enemies with your arm cannon and claiming each boss's weapon as your reward. This remake gives the NES original a polished, chibi-styled look while keeping its precise and demanding platforming intact.

Mega Man 9

Jumping and platforming

Mega Man 9 deliberately returns to the 8-bit classics: tight run-and-gun platforming, bosses with weaknesses, and a free choice of stage order. It is demanding and rewards precise timing and memorization.

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.