Mega Man 9 Microtransactions

One of the features of Mega Man 9 -- the digital download-only game released this week on the WiiWare channel -- is the ability to update the game with purchaseable features. Though the downloadable content is not yet available, listed in the online manual for the game is the breakdown of the optional features and the price for each.

Here's what you'll be able to purchase for Mega Man 9 through the Downloadable Content option in the game:

Endless Attack: (300 Wii Points) Test your skills on a stage without end. Try to break the record for getting the farthest. Releases October 6.

Hero Mode: (100 Wii Points) Play the game with a more difficult level of enemy distribution. Releases October 20.

Superhero Mode: (100 Wii Points) Play the game with a super difficult level of enemy distribution. Releases October 20.

Proto Man Mode: (200 Wii Points) Play the game as Proto Man. You can use the shield while jumping. There is no story for Proto Man. Releases October 6.

Special Stage: (100 Wii Points) Gives you another Time Attack stage to try, including a new Boss at the end. Results will be displayed in the rankings. Releases October 20.

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