Description
The plot of
Castlevania Chronicles is similar to that of the first
Castlevania: in the end of the 17th century the dreadful vampire Dracula is resurrected after a century of slumber. The people in Transylvania flee in horror, but the brave Simon Belmont takes his Vampire Killer whip and ventures into the ominous castle to put an end to the Lord of Darkness.
The similarities to the first installment of the series are also evident in the game's overall structure and basic gameplay, as well as in level design and usable items. Most of the weapons and items from the first game return, with more rare and hidden items making an appearance. Familiar stages have been re-designed, and many new stages are introduced as well.
The PlayStation version includes a new rendered intro and ending, enhanced music and graphic effects, as well as an easier difficulty level ("Arrange Mode"). The original difficulty level from the Sharp x68000 release is present as well ("Original Mode").
Alternate Titles
- "Castlevania Chronicles: Akumajou Dracula" -- Japanese title
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The Press Says
| IGN |
Oct 24, 2001 |
7.8 out of 10 |
78 |
| Gaming Target |
Nov 12, 2001 |
7.5 out of 10 |
75 |
| Super Play |
Nov, 2001 |
7 out of 10 |
70 |
| Game Critics |
Jan 11, 2002 |
7 out of 10 |
70 |
| Game Informer Magazine |
Jun, 2007 |
6.75 out of 10 |
68 |
| Game Informer Magazine |
Oct, 2001 |
6 out of 10 |
60 |
| Gamezilla |
Nov 26, 2001 |
58 out of 100 |
58 |
| The Video Game Critic |
Oct 12, 2001 |
C+ |
58 |
| Game Revolution |
Oct, 2001 |
C |
50 |
| Jeuxvideo.com |
Dec 11, 2001 |
10 out of 20 |
50 |
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