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Castlevaniais among the most iconic video games of all time.
This classic gaming franchise first debuted back in 1986 on the Nintendo Entertainment System.
Over the years, there have been numerous sequels and spin-offs released across different platforms.
The intense action, thrilling storyline, gothic setting, and challenging gameplay have kept gamers hooked for decades.
Without forgetting one on the most iconic name in all dark games Dracula.
Today we’re taking a look at the five best Castlevania games in the series, ranked.
Buckle up it’s going to be a bumpy ride!
Koji Igarashis Symphony of the night changed the direction of the series and defined an entire genre of gaming.
The game includes a superb replay value and impressive boss fights.
Not only is it an outstanding Castlevania game, but also an overall exceptional game.
But that is not to claim that the game was never bettered.
This handheld adventure proved to be a fantastic addition to the Castlevania legend.
It featured some unique gameplay elements that set it apart from previous franchise installments.
The soul absorption feature is what sets it apart from other action-adventure titles and enhances the gameplay experience tenfold.
Castlevania Chronicles
The Castlevania Chroniclesis an updated and revised version of the originalCastlevaniafrom the home-computer platform X68000 in Japan.
This game started a tussle between the heroic vampire Dracula and the Belmont family in terms of release order.
It also features a visually impressive remix of the initial NES classic with phenomenal music with either version.
It is convincingly the toughest gameplay in the entire series.
Simon, takes upon hisself to face Count Dracula in bid of eliminating evil from his town.
Using the whip left to him by his father, he enters Dracula’s Castle unleashing fury.
This sets an amazing story line that players enjoy.
Adding all these up makesCastlevania Chronicalsa title worth this list.
Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow
Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrowis a sequel toAria of Sorrowas Soma Cruz returns.
However, it falls short in some parts compared to its predecessor due to poor design choices.
It trades off the eccentric monster to anime-style verbiage to sellCastlevaniato the young audience.
In an attempt to show off the DS hardware, the boss battles are represented by a touchscreen gimmick.
This, however, did not lower the value ofDawn of Sorrow’svalue in the series.
The game has one of the best gameplay loops due to its soul-capturing system.
Even more impressive, the game attempts to put into practiceCastlevania II’sideas.
The adventure revolves around a town whose subjects have been abducted.
It also incorporates inhabitants who offer hints that are non-misleading as Shanoa rescues them from their vampiric prisons.
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