One of the best parts of a video game is the ending, but who has the time to go back and play through every game? Let me introduce you to Game Over: The Early Years, the weekly show where we dive into classic games and spoil both their stories and endings. From the biggest hits to obscure classics, we're taking a look at some of the best and most memorable conclusions in video game history.

If you grew up playing the Nintendo Entertainment System, then you already know that the classic 8-bitter was home to some major franchises. You had Super Mario Bros., Ninja Gaiden, Castlevania, Contra and so many more. But of all the NES franchises that are out there, none were more prolific than Mega Man. By releasing a total of six games in only seven years, Capcom all but invented the annualized sequel. In an effort to see how the stories and ending evolved over those seven years, I think it's finally time we turn our attention to the Blue Bomber. Turn back now if you don't want to know what happen next, because today we're going to spoil the story and endings for Mega Man 1 through 6 on the Nintendo Entertainment System. This is Game Over: The Early Years!


Still want more endings? Then I recommend you discover 23 Endings: The Early Years, the holiday series that ran during the 2017 holiday season. We cover Ninja Gaiden, Street Fighter II, Super Mario Bros. 2, Ghostbusters, Golden Axe, Metroid, Double Dragon, Flashback, Final Fight and many more!

And while you're just clicking on stuff at random, I suggest you head over to the Defunct Games YouTube page and subscribe to the channel. We're posting new episodes of Game Over: The Early Years every Monday, along with brand new game reviews throughout the week.