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1986
The Nintendo 64 3D Castlevania sends you through Dracula's castle as either Reinhardt with his whip or Carrie with magic. It blends action, platforming and light puzzles in a gothic horror atmosphere.
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The closest matches for Castlevania are Haunted Castle, Blood of the Werewolf and Mortal Kombat Mythologies: Sub-Zero. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Castlevania special – the reasons are listed right on each game.
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1987
An arcade-style Castlevania spin-off where Simon Belmont whips his way through Dracula's castle to rescue his kidnapped bride. It is short, linear and notorious for its punishing difficulty.
90 % −75 %Fantasy setting
A challenging retro-style platformer where you play Selena, switching between human and werewolf forms in a revenge quest for your slain husband and stolen child.
90 %
Challenging difficulty
A side-scrolling spin-off of Mortal Kombat that blends brawling with platforming. You play Sub-Zero in a prequel to the first tournament, though clunky controls make it quite frustrating.
90 % 9.99 €
Fantasy setting
A 2D action platformer built around sword combat and flight in the grim land of Blackmist. Precise jumping and fighting take center stage, with secrets to uncover along the way.
89 %
Fantasy setting
A dark 3D action-adventure where you play a betrayed voodoo priest fighting, jumping and solving small puzzles through the underworld to reclaim his heart. It blends melee combat with platforming in a voodoo-flavored atmosphere.
89 % 4.99 €
Challenging difficulty
Ghoulboy is a 16-bit style retro platformer where you hack through dungeons, collect loot, dodge traps and fight bosses. It's a nostalgic blend of hack-and-slash action and light RPG elements.
89 %
Fantasy setting
A classic, demanding Castlevania action platformer where you whip your way through Dracula's domain as Richter Belmont. Hidden routes, the rescuable Maria as a playable character and a superb soundtrack make it a cult favourite.
89 %
Fantasy setting
A 2D platformer that mixes intense combat against enemies with hunting for secret areas in dark, dangerous dungeons.
89 %
Fantasy setting
A classic 2D arcade-style run-and-gun platformer with six worlds, twelve bosses, magic spells and armor sets. It offers four difficulty levels and fast-paced action.
88 % 9.75 €
Fantasy setting
A dark retro Metroidvania with an 8-bit look that recalls Castlevania and Ghosts'n Goblins. Tough platforming action meets interconnected levels full of secrets and upgrades.
