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1991

A classic 16-bit platformer where Simon Belmont whips in eight directions while fighting through Dracula's castle. Precise timing, gothic atmosphere and a legendary soundtrack make it a series highlight.

  • Jumping and platforming
  • Melee combat with weapons or fists
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Challenging difficulty
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The closest matches for Super Castlevania IV are Castlevania: Rondo of Blood, Haunted Castle and BloodRayne: Betrayal. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Super Castlevania IV special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Castlevania: Rondo of Blood

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1993PlayStation

Brings what grabs you about Super Castlevania IV: jumping and platforming, melee combat with weapons or fists as well as combat with precise timing.

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.

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Haunted Castle

Challenging difficulty

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.

BloodRayne: Betrayal

Challenging difficulty

A brutal 2D hack-and-slash platformer with detailed HD sprites, gory combat and a steep difficulty curve. You play the dhampir Rayne, carving through a gothic world with precise melee and jumping challenges.

They Bleed Pixels

Jumping and platforming

A brutally tough action platformer with a Lovecraftian horror vibe, blending precise jumping with fluid combo-based combat. Kicking enemies into saws and spikes is the hook, wrapped in a distinctive pixel-and-ink look.

Castlevania Chronicles

Challenging difficulty

You take on Dracula's estate as Simon Belmont, lashing your whip through classic gothic stages alone against the resurrected Count and his minions. Precise jumps, sub-weapons and unforgiving enemy placement make every mistake count.

Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight

Jumping and platforming

A compact 2D pixel-art Metroidvania platformer where you play the priestess Kaho, fighting through a decaying kingdom with quick melee combos, dodge rolls and tough boss duels. It focuses on tight combat and a gloomy mood rather than heavy character building.

Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master

Jumping and platforming

A fast-paced 16-bit ninja platformer built on precise jumping, shuriken and sword combat, with varied stages like horseback and surfboard rides. Tight controls and tough boss fights make it a genre classic.

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