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Capcom Plays With PragmataMega Man Theory in April Fools' Video

The stunt acknowledges fan speculation without shifting the studio’s stance on Pragmata as a standalone IP.

Overview

  • Capcom’s Pragmata account posted an April Fools’ video on Wednesday that jokingly “confirmed” the game as Mega Man, then ended with a handwritten note that said it was a prank.
  • The clip uses Mega Man 2’s credits music and shows protagonist Hugh in a Mega Man‑style suit before revealing his face and cutting to the April Fools’ message.
  • Fans responded by asking Capcom to include the outfit in the game, with outlets noting it could appear as a cosmetic if the team chooses to add a nod.
  • Capcom has previously said Pragmata is a new IP, and the separate return of Mega Man through Mega Man: Dual Override supports the view that this prank is not a franchise reveal.
  • Pragmata launches later this month, and the April 1 gag lands as long‑running theories—sparked by Diana’s blue design and the lunar, machine‑ridden setting—continue to fuel interest.