Mega Man 64 is an action role-playing game for the Nintendo 64 where players control Mega Man Volnutt, a Digger exploring ruins on a post-apocalyptic Earth. After his ship crashes on Kattelox Island, Mega Man battles pirates seeking hidden treasure. The gameplay features a blend of adventure and exploration, differing substantially from earlier titles in the Mega Man series.
Mega Man Volnutt is the game's playable character. Mega Man Volnutt is a `Digger`, a person in charge of investigating ruins from a flooded Earth. During his journey with his friends, their ship crashes in Kattelox Island, where Mega Man decides to confront pirates who are attacking it to obtain the its hidden treasure. As an action roleplaying game, Mega Man Legends's gameplay is very different from the ones of the original series despite sharing a few elements.