Mega Man V Classic
Game Boy · Action / Platformer
Mega Man IV
Certified classic
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Action, Platformer |
| Developer | Capcom |
| Publisher | Capcom |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Mega Man |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Mega Man IV is an action game released in 1993 for the Game Boy, developed by Capcom. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Rockman World 4. It blends action and platformer elements.
It landed about 4 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1993 include The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening, Darkwing Duck and Kirby's Pinball Land. Among the 97 Game Boy action games in our database, it ranks #8 by legacy score.
It is part of the Mega Man series; on the Game Boy you can also try Mega Man V, Mega Man: Dr. Wily's Revenge and Mega Man III. The series also appears on other systems with Mega Man (NES) and Mega Man 2 (NES). Capcom also made DuckTales, DuckTales 2 and Darkwing Duck for the Game Boy.
Mega Man IV is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want to experience one of the Game Boy's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Mega Man IV is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Mega Man IV cheats & codes
63 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 01C-45F-915 |
|---|---|
| Start With 1/4 Energy | 269-F6F-808 |
| Start With 1/2 Energy | 4B9-F6F-808 |
| Start With 3/4 Energy | 709-F6F-808 |
| Infinite Energy | 001-CE9-3B7 |
| Start With 1 Lives | 01C-AEF-E66 |
Mega Man IV walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
Mega Man IV FAQ
When did Mega Man IV come out on the Game Boy?
Mega Man IV was released for the Game Boy in 1993.
Who made Mega Man IV?
It was developed by Capcom.
Is Mega Man IV multiplayer?
No. Mega Man IV is a single-player game.
How long does Mega Man IV take to play?
As an action game, Mega Man IV typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Mega Man IV on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.