Castlevania Anniversary Collection

Konami 50th Anniversary Collection: Castlevania

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Release Date: May 16, 2019

A set of eight platform action games from under the Castlevania brand. The compilation of Konami 50th Anniversary Collection - Castlevania was released on the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of the Konami company.

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Konami 50th Anniversary Collection - Castlevania is a compilation of eight classic productions from under the Castlevania brand, which were developed by Konami. The set was released on the occasion of the company's fiftieth anniversary.

Plot

The games in the Konami 50th Anniversary Collection - Castlevania tell the story of the Belmonts and their war against Count Dracula, which stretches over hundreds of years.

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Mechanics

The Konami 50th Anniversary Collection - Castlevania is composed of such titles as Castlevania, Castlevania II: Belmont's Revenge, Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse and Super Castlevania IV. These are all platform action games, in which we observe the action from the side, explore locations that are filled with traps, jump through various platformer sections and face opponents from novels and horror films (with vampires at the forefront).

Technical aspects

As is the case with the compilation of Konami 50th Anniversary Collection - Arcade Classics, the graphics of the games which make up the set described here have not undergone any major changes compared to the original versions; however, the authors have enhanced them with some modern solutions. In addition, the set includes an ebook which contains a variety of curiosities about the Castlevania series.

Platforms:

PC Windows

PlayStation 4

Xbox One

Nintendo Switch

Developer: Konami

Publisher: Konami

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Castlevania Anniversary Collection Video Game:

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i3-4160 3.6 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 128 MB Intel HD 4400 or better, 800 MB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i3-6300 3.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 750 Ti or better, 800 MB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Castlevania Anniversary Collection Video Game.

7.8

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 75% of Critics. There are 40 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Slant Magazine: 3 / 5 by Justin Clark

It's not greed in this day and age to expect publishers to respect and preserve their history. At this point, it's an artistic responsibility.

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Digital Chumps: 8 / 10 by Nathaniel Stevens

Konami Castlevania Anniversary Collection is a solid release, even without the best of the bunch, Castlevania: Symphony of the Night. Getting authentic ports of the classic series, while adding some small save features, and graphical options help to sell the package. The bonus book might be the best part of it, though, so that's something to look forward to if you're going to purchase it.

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Push Square: 8 / 10 by Jamie O'Neill

The eight retro games in the Castlevania Anniversary Collection focus on the early traditional platforming era from 1987 to 1994, and quality is assured in the four main numerical entries in the series.

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All Reviews: Very Positive (1,525)

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The main pros of the game

Nostalgia Factor: Many players appreciate the nostalgia of revisiting classic Castlevania titles, with several expressing enjoyment in reliving their childhood memories.
Quality of Life Improvements: The inclusion of save states allows players to by some of the original games' frustrating difficulty, making them more accessible.
Inclusion of Japanese Versions: The collection features the original Japanese versions of the games, which often include content that was censored in Western releases.
Bonus Content: The collection comes with a digital eBook that provides insights from developers and artists, enriching the experience for fans of the series.
Variety of Games: The collection includes multiple titles, offering a wide range of gameplay experiences for both new players and long-time fans.

The main cons of the game

Frustrating Controls: Many s reported issues with keyboard controls and a lack of customization options, particularly for those who prefer to use controllers.
Emulation Issues: Some players experienced bugs, such as sound problems and game crashes, which detracted from the overall experience.
Limited Save States: The collection only allows for one save state per game, which can be limiting for players who want to save during challenging segments.
Difficulty Level: While some players enjoy the challenging nature of the games, others found the difficulty to feel artificially inflated, particularly with issues related to hit detection and controls.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to s

Lack of Full-Screen Options: Players noted difficulties in switching between windowed and full-screen modes easily.
Absence of Rondo of Blood and Symphony of the Night: Many fans expressed disappointment that these beloved titles were not included in the collection.
Sound Options: s highlighted the lack of audio settings, which limits the ability to adjust sound effects and background music.
Achievements for Japanese Versions: Players criticized the decision to exclude achievements for the Japanese versions of the games, which are often considered superior in of sound and gameplay experience.

Summary

Overall, while the Castlevania Anniversary Collection offers a nostalgic and valuable experience for fans of the series, it is marred by some technical issues and missing features that could enhance the gameplay experience.

Summary generated on: November 25, 2024

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