Capcom have announced that the continuation of the 2D Mega Man series is coming back on WiiWare next year. Check out the announcement trailer and screenshots.

Mega Man 10 is a classic 2D platform game that embraces retro action and old-school graphics. This latest instalment is scheduled for release in March 2010 on WiiWare, as well as Xbox Live, and the PlayStation Store.

Set in the year 20XX, and a robot-variant of the influenza virus, aptly called Roboenza has broken out and is bringing down robots everywhere. The infected are out of control as they begin destroying cities in fits of rampage. What is the origin of this mysterious virus?

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The original Mega Man creator, Keiji Inafune, serves as Director and will also be supervising the  boss character designs. As you journey on your adventure, you’ll encounter a variety of infected robots; each with their own unique vulnerability, and weapons.

Mega Man 10 will also allow you to play as Proto Man from the start. There will also be an “Easy Mode” so gamers of all levels can enjoy this title. The “Mega Man Challenges” mode will allow players to practice their skills. Hopefully this new title will provide nostalgia to older gamers, whilst making it appealing to younger ones.

Mega Man 10 (announcement trailer for WiiWare)

Press release [Capcom]