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[Segata Sanshiro]

All the impressions in this thread are really confusing to me, some make it sound like a great game while others make it sound not so great. The demo left me pretty unimpressed, but I'm still considering picking this up with the Kmart deal.


I thought other people were saying that it does feel like a Castlevania game. I'm so confused.

Unsurprisingly for a series that has gone through a lot of different styles, whether or not it feels like a Castlevania game seems to vary from person to person. You've got your "not at alls" like jett and I, your "definitelys" like brandon and other people who aren't important enough to remember, and everything in between.

 

[Ricker]

Finally cleared the Music Box section puzzle,worst part of the game by far,thank god it`s over(inside the box) ,the outside with the crows and all was cool.

 

[Scythesurge]

Unsurprisingly for a series that has gone through a lot of different styles, whether or not it feels like a Castlevania game seems to vary from person to person. You've got your "not at alls" like jett and I, your "definitelys" like brandon and other people who aren't important enough to remember, and everything in between.

I guess I probably should have specified in that I only really care whether the gameplay feels like CV and not the story and stuff if that makes any difference. All I have to go by is the demo (which was not CV at all) and people saying stuff like "there is platforming later in the game."

 

[Segata Sanshiro]

I guess I probably should have specified in that I only really care whether the gameplay feels like CV and not the story and stuff if that makes any difference. All I have to go by is the demo (which was not CV at all) and people saying stuff like "there is platforming later in the game."

There is platforming. It's not really the usual sort of Castlevania platforming, though. More Prince of Persia/Uncharted.

 

[Kai Dracon]

:lol Somewhat unrelated, but it can't be said enough how much of a bullshitter that Dave Cox guy is. "CV4 is my bible". There is nothing in this game that reminded me of CV4.

I don't know. Two things seem very CV4-ish to me: the constant chain whip swinging and grappling, and the journey through a variety of wilderness scenes, waterfalls, and mini-castles before entering vampire castle proper.

 

[Ricker]

Wtf at Chess :lol

I was surprised I actually won that on my first attempt,especially with the bad start I had hehe...and it`s cool that it unlocks so you can play at any time as well.

 

[forrest]

Unsurprisingly for a series that has gone through a lot of different styles, whether or not it feels like a Castlevania game seems to vary from person to person. You've got your "not at alls" like jett and I, your "definitelys" like brandon and other people who aren't important enough to remember, and everything in between.

I'm a "definitely" Loved the game and thought it was very Castlevania in spirit. Its as much catlevania as Metroid Prime was Metroid imo.

 

[TheKaeptain]

Unsurprisingly for a series that has gone through a lot of different styles, whether or not it feels like a Castlevania game seems to vary from person to person. You've got your "not at alls" like jett and I, your "definitelys" like brandon and other people who aren't important enough to remember, and everything in between.

Go ahead and act like you don't remember me...

Spoiler

why don't you love me?

 

[iconoclast]

Going through the game on paladin now, I didn't really notice on normal but Cornells unblockables instantly hitting you before he's even swung is really annoying. Got to the last phase of the fight with no health and kept getting hit with it. Managed to do it eventually but it was driving me mad for a while.

Yeah, this bothered me too. The active frames on some of the enemies' attacks in this game are fucked up.

 

[Relix]

I was surprised I actually won that on my first attempt,especially with the bad start I had hehe...and it`s cool that it unlocks so you can play at any time as well.

Yeah I won the first time too. Thought I was gonna lose to be honest.

Just used my first Dark Crystal too, at the end of Chapter Six. One Knight and 4 Skeletons? Fuck that shit :lol

 

[Segata Sanshiro]

I'm a "definitely" Loved the game and thought it was very Castlevania in spirit. Its as much catlevania as Metroid Prime was Metroid imo.

That works for me, given my opinion of Metroid Prime.

Go ahead and act like you don't remember me...
why don't you love me?

Ah, I remembered you, I just couldn't remember if you were "definitely" or "sorta".

 

[Tokubetsu]

Yeah I won the first time too. Thought I was gonna lose to be honest.

Just used my first Dark Crystal too, at the end of Chapter Six. One Knight and 4 Skeletons? Fuck that shit :lol

Fight isn't so bad. The knights are so slow you can pretty much completely ignore them if you run to the other end of the arena. Just gotta watch out for his AOE.

 

[LiK]

Yea, I won the chess my first time too. I fucked up early in the game so I won with one Necromancer left :lol

 

[forrest]

That works for me, given my opinion of Metroid Prime.

Oh you're one of those people. ;P

 

[TheKaeptain]

That works for me, given my opinion of Metroid Prime.


Ah, I remembered you, I just couldn't remember if you were "definitely" or "sorta".

Don't worry we will always agree on Yakuza.

 

[James Woods]

Wish I could play this. I loved CV64 and it's expansion.

 

[SlasherJPC]

Honestly, I'm in the camp that think it feels VERY old school Castlevania in ways... starting with Chapter 3. Though I must say the first scene in the game with the werewolf howling with the moon in the background also screamed Castelvania to me for some reason. Little things and nods here and there. Love it. Yet yes, you will see varying opinions on the matter.

 

[Hela]

I really like it so far (3rd chapter), but if there's one thing I'd have to say about this game it'd be that it really made me remember and appreciate SotC.

 

[LiK]

Honestly, I'm in the camp that things it feels VERY old school Castlevania... starting with Chapter 3. Little things and nods here and there. Love it. Yet yes, you will see varying opinions on the matter.

I really like it so far (3rd chapter), but if there's one thing I'd have to say about this game it'd be that it really made me remember and appreciate SotC.

you're in for a treat.

 

[SlasherJPC]

you're in for a treat.

I meant from Chapter 3 onwards its felt very Castlevania like, I'm on chapter 6 now! But fuck yeah! Def one of my fav games so far this year. Need to play more this weekend and complete it before my final analysis.

 

[LiK]

I meant from Chapter 3 onwards its felt very Castlevania like, I'm on chapter 6 now! But fuck yeah! Def one of my fav games so far this year. Need to play more this weekend and complete it before my final analysis.

oh, original comment still stands.

 

[eXistor]

The first two (big-ass) chapters notwithstanding, but from thereon in the game really gets going and it feels like classic Castlevania to me.

The game could have done with some serious editing level-wise, but on the whole I'm very satisfied with the game. Had they put in classic Castlevania music or at least Castlevania-like music, it would greatly enhance the mood. Not that the music is bad per se, but it's sort of...there, it doesn't really do anything. Videogames have finally gotten some color back into them, now it's time for decent melodies again.

 

[LiK]

The first two (big-ass) chapters notwithstanding, but from thereon in the game really gets going and it feels like classic Castlevania to me.

The game could have done with some serious editing level-wise, but on the whole I'm very satisfied with the game. Had they put in classic Castlevania music or at least Castlevania-like music, it would greatly enhance the mood. Not that the music is bad per se, but it's sort of...there, it doesn't really do anything. Videogames have finally gotten some color back into them, now it's time for decent melodies again.

the fun thing is when you replay the game, you can always put in custom soundtracks. i shall be playing through Paladin with CV 20th anniversary OST.

 

[jett]

The first two (big-ass) chapters notwithstanding, but from thereon in the game really gets going and it feels like classic Castlevania to me.

The game could have done with some serious editing level-wise, but on the whole I'm very satisfied with the game. Had they put in classic Castlevania music or at least Castlevania-like music, it would greatly enhance the mood. Not that the music is bad per se, but it's sort of...there, it doesn't really do anything. Videogames have finally gotten some color back into them, now it's time for decent melodies again.

The soundtrack isn't gonna change...one piece has a slight nod to a tune from CV4, but it's almost like the cameo version of a musical theme.

 

[zoukka]

The soundtrack isn't gonna change...one piece has a slight nod to a tune from CV4, but it's almost like the cameo version of a musical theme.

When did I hear good music in a AAA game again? Not in a while I guess

 

[SlasherJPC]

the fun thing is when you replay the game, you can always put in custom soundtracks. i shall be playing through Paladin with CV 20th anniversary OST.

Speaking of, does anyone have a list of the best classic Castlevania songs and where to find them. I totally want to rock some of these levels and bosses with said songs!

 

[jett]

When did I hear good music in a AAA game again? Not in a while I guess

 

[GeorgioCostanzaX]

Lol just when I broke down and decided to get the game at retail after work today Gamefly ships it! Oh well, guess I'll save $17 and wait.

 

[Chemo]

I'm several hours into this. My impressions:

This game shits directly in the mouths of IGA's Castlevanias, but still has miles to go to even think about being a Castlevania game. (Translation: decent I guess, but lacking in both quality and CVitude.)

 

[NeoUltima]

I am sure I also heard the MGS theme =P

It's odd...I've been through that part a few times now. Sometimes it plays, sometimes it doesn't. Weird.

 

[zoukka]

Yes!

 

[Teknoman]

Mix up the direct attack heavy combo, with launches, grabs, the area combo circle chain, and you'll do great in battle. Also guillotine upgrade works wonders.

I dont really dodge all that much, aside from unblockables or to get distance from enemies.

 

[Fimbulvetr]

Unsurprisingly for a series that has gone through a lot of different styles, whether or not it feels like a Castlevania game seems to vary from person to person. You've got your "not at alls" like jett and I, your "definitelys" like brandon and other people who aren't important enough to remember, and everything in between.

I'm a "don't care".

I just want MS to remove the amateur mistakes for the inevitable sequel.

 

[Relix]

So....Need a 7-2 tip!

Spoiler

I am in 7-2, just heard about Frankestein. I am in that electric orb room. How do I change the orbs? it says punch the switch but nothing works

 

[NeoUltima]

So....Need a 7-2 tip!

Spoiler

I am in 7-2, just heard about Frankestein. I am in that electric orb room. How do I change the orbs? it says punch the switch but nothing works

L2+Triangle (Y if 360)

 

[Relix]

L2+Triangle (Y if 360)

Well fuck I never knew that :lol :lol

 

[MurkyZebra2417]

Well fuck I never knew that :lol :lol

I didn't knew it up until that point too, spent like 10 minutes figuring out what to do and then just mashed buttons until i found out the attack :lol

 

[Relix]

=P

Mini Boss down. Now... stuck once more in the electric field area. Can't find how to get out :lol

 

[LiK]

=P

Mini Boss down. Now... stuck once more in the electric field area. Can't find how to get out :lol

Goddamn, electric puzzle was so easy :lol one of my fave puzzles in the game. I was playing Layton at the same time.

 

[Relix]

Goddamn, electric puzzle was so easy :lol one of my fave puzzles in the game. I was playing Layton at the same time.

This will probably be the first I unlock solution. First two parts and a half were easy, now to get out... I have no clue :lol

 

[jett]

This will probably be the first I unlock solution. First two parts and a half were easy, now to get out... I have no clue :lol

I also got stuck in the electric thing for a while. Unlocked the solution, didn't help at all! :lol

 

[Relix]

I also got stuck in the electric thing for a while. Unlocked the solution, didn't help at all! :lol

The platform. I just had to hop in the platform. Goddammit :lol

Haven't used solution yet! =P

 

[LiK]

The platform. I just had to hop in the platform. Goddammit :lol

Haven't used solution yet! =P

Hooray. Don't miss the life gem. ^_^

 

[Scythesurge]

I'm a "don't care".

I just want MS to remove the amateur mistakes for the inevitable sequel.

So you're a "don't care" that it's a CV game as long as it is good? And what's your verdict?

 

[Relix]

Hooray. Don't miss the life gem. ^_^

Got it

Now... the next one with the tiles is also annoying me. These puzzles are getting a bit obnoxious now =P

 

[ChocolateCupcakes]

I need help. I'm in the beginning when you fight the swamp monster and its defeated it tells me to press R2, i do. Then I grab him and then a circle comes up and then nothing happens and the monster grabs me and near kills me/kills me. What button am I missing?

 

[forrest]

I need help. I'm in the beginning when you fight the swamp monster and its defeated it tells me to press R2, i do. Then I grab him and then a circle comes up and then nothing happens and the monster grabs me and near kills me/kills me. What button am I missing?

Hit any button just after the two circles meet.

 

[Air Zombie Meat]

I need help. I'm in the beginning when you fight the swamp monster and its defeated it tells me to press R2, i do. Then I grab him and then a circle comes up and then nothing happens and the monster grabs me and near kills me/kills me. What button am I missing?

Just press any button when the outer circle gets inside the the inner one.

 

[jett]

answered

 

[ChocolateCupcakes]

Goddammit it was that easy, thanks!