"Trace the origins of the historic vampire franchise across 8 classic titles."
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[Upcoming] Castlevania Anniversary Collection - Free on Epic Games
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Konami's Castlevania Anniversary Collection traces the origins of the historic vampire franchise. Included is a unique eBook with details provided by developers, artists and others inspired by the Castlevania legacy which sheds a fresh light into the world of Castlevania.
소개
A definitive compilation of eight classic titles that defined the action-platformer genre. Developed by M2 in partnership with Konami, this collection chronicles the Belmont clan's eternal struggle against Dracula, featuring titles from the NES, SNES, Genesis, and Game Boy eras along with modern quality-of-life enhancements.
스토리
The saga follows the legendary Belmont clan of vampire hunters across generations as they storm Dracula's castle to defeat the Lord of Darkness and his supernatural minions. From Simon Belmont's original crusade to the globe-trotting adventure of 'Bloodlines', each title adds a chapter to the gothic lore, culminating in the surprising inclusion of the comedic spin-off 'Kid Dracula'.
Gameplay
Experience the evolution of 'Nintendo Hard' side-scrolling action. Players wield the iconic Vampire Killer whip and sub-weapons like axes and holy water, navigating treacherous platforming challenges and battling screen-filling bosses. The collection modernizes the punishing difficulty of the 8-bit and 16-bit eras with new features like instant saves and distinct display modes.
Key Features
- 1Includes 8 classic titles spanning NES, SNES, Genesis, and Game Boy
- 2Modern 'Save Anytime' functionality for all games
- 3Multiple display modes including Pixel Perfect and Scanlines
- 4exclusive 'Bonus eBook' with developer interviews and design documents
- 5Includes the first-ever western release of 'Kid Dracula'
- 6Replay feature to capture your best runs
- 7Switchable Japanese and English versions (post-update)
Highlights
장단점
장점
- +Excellent value offering 8 games in one package
- +Inclusion of the rare 'Kid Dracula' is a massive treat
- +Save states make difficult classics accessible to newcomers
- +Historical bonus eBook provides genuine industry insight
- +Super Castlevania IV and Bloodlines hold up beautifully
단점
- -Missing key titles like 'Rondo of Blood' and 'Symphony of the Night'
- -Game Boy titles suffer from dated technical limitations
- -Castlevania II: Simon's Quest remains cryptic and confusing
- -Minor emulation visual quirks like screen tearing in specific modes
Game Ratings
Essential preservation of gaming history
Old-school 'Nintendo Hard' challenge
Iconic 8-bit and 16-bit musical masterpieces
Ranges from dated GB sprites to stunning 16-bit art
8 full games offer dozens of hours of play
Who Will Enjoy This?
Lovers of pixel art and classic 80s/90s challenge
Interested in the evolution of game mechanics
Players seeking the punishing difficulty of the NES era
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Genre Origins
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💡 Did You Know?
Developed by M2, a studio famous for their obsessive attention to emulation accuracy.
Released to celebrate Konami's 50th Anniversary on March 19, 2019.
'Kid Dracula' features a boss battle against a cartoonish Statue of Liberty.
The collection traces the visual evolution from 1986 NES pixels to advanced Genesis sprite work.
Contains the Japanese version of 'Castlevania III', which has superior audio to the US release.
Latest Updates & Events
[Upcoming] Castlevania Anniversary Collection - Free on Epic Games
Konami's Castlevania Anniversary Collection traces the origins of the historic vampire franchise. Included is a unique eBook with details provided by developers, artists and others inspired by the Castlevania legacy which sheds a fresh light into the world of Castlevania.
“Included is a unique eBook with details provided by developers, artists and others inspired by the Castlevania legacy which sheds a fresh light into the world of Castlevania.”— Konami Description
“Excellent bang for your buck as a compilation.”— Gaming Critic
Game Ratings
Essential preservation of gaming history
Old-school 'Nintendo Hard' challenge
Iconic 8-bit and 16-bit musical masterpieces
Ranges from dated GB sprites to stunning 16-bit art
8 full games offer dozens of hours of play
Who Will Enjoy This?
Lovers of pixel art and classic 80s/90s challenge
Interested in the evolution of game mechanics
Players seeking the punishing difficulty of the NES era
Similar To
💡 Did You Know?
Developed by M2, a studio famous for their obsessive attention to emulation accuracy.
Released to celebrate Konami's 50th Anniversary on March 19, 2019.
'Kid Dracula' features a boss battle against a cartoonish Statue of Liberty.
The collection traces the visual evolution from 1986 NES pixels to advanced Genesis sprite work.
Contains the Japanese version of 'Castlevania III', which has superior audio to the US release.
Latest Updates & Events
[Upcoming] Castlevania Anniversary Collection - Free on Epic Games
Konami's Castlevania Anniversary Collection traces the origins of the historic vampire franchise. Included is a unique eBook with details provided by developers, artists and others inspired by the Castlevania legacy which sheds a fresh light into the world of Castlevania.
Timeline
Included Titles
- •Castlevania (NES, 1987)
- •Castlevania II: Simon's Quest (NES, 1988)
- •Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse (NES, 1990)
- •Super Castlevania IV (SNES, 1991)
- •Castlevania The Adventure (Game Boy, 1989)
- •Castlevania II: Belmont's Revenge (Game Boy, 1991)
- •Castlevania Bloodlines (Genesis, 1994)
- •Kid Dracula (Famicom, 1990)
The Bonus eBook
A digital standout feature, this book includes never-before-seen design docs and an interview with Adi Shankar, producer of the Netflix Castlevania series.