thats just it, Model A is in the ZX series. the ZX series is 32 bit with some 3d elements, and still has a few bells and whistles. it has its gimmicks. plus Model A is not Axl. it may look and act like him, but it is not him. Axl is different from X in that he has a rapid fire gun that fires in all directions. that is his main gimmick. that wouldnt work on a 16 bit platform, especially if capcom abuses its "retro" factor. then he wont be any different than classic megaman with a dash. no charge shot, and probably no transformation... though they *might* leave that in.
also, I can diss Axl all i want cuz Im entitled to my opinion.
one question though JKB, when you release the game, how will it be released? hosted and playable on another site such as newgrounds or something, or will it be a downloadable game?