Why This is the MOST BRUTAL STAGE in Mega Man History

If you have played Mega Man 2 long enough, you already know the stage speedrunners call Purple Hell. In this video, I break down why Wily 4 in Mega Man 2 has earned its reputation as the most brutal stage in Mega Man history, not because of how it looks, but because of how its mechanics punish the player.

You will see how slow ladder movement, invisible floors, tight item energy management, and the Boo Beam Trap boss work together to end runs late in the game. The analysis focuses on classic NES platformer design, stage difficulty, and speedrunning execution to explain why Purple Hell levels the field between casual players and high-level runners.

This breakdown shows why Mega Man 2 uses precision and pressure to create one of the most unforgiving stages in retro gaming.

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If you want to see how Purple Hell compares to the rest of the game, watch the full Mega Man 2 stage ranking from easiest to most brutal here:    • Mega Man 2 Stages Ranked: EASY To BRUTAL  

Check out Stalwart Turtle's video on Wily 4 and damage transfers:    • Mega Man 2 Wily 4 boss room in depth ("Wil...  

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