Mega Man 2

Released by Capcom for the NES in 1988, Mega Man 2 is widely regarded as the defining entry in the Mega Man series. Players guide robot hero Mega Man through the lairs of eight Robot Masters — including Metal Man, Air Man, and Wood Man — absorbing each boss's signature weapon upon defeat. A weakness chain links the bosses together, making stage order a meaningful strategic decision, before a grueling four-stage assault on Dr. Wily's fortress closes out the game. Its iconic soundtrack, masterfully crafted levels, and responsive controls have earned it a lasting reputation as one of the greatest NES games ever made.