: The game moved away from the traditional 8-bit pixel art style in favor of a 2.5D aesthetic , featuring 3D polygonal character models over hand-drawn environments.

: Boosts the power of the Mega Buster and special weapons, allowing for massive charged shots and enhanced weapon effects.

: When at critical health, Mega Man can activate both gears simultaneously for a massive boost, though this leaves him overheated and weakened afterward.