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Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon on Steam
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Battle with swords and whips in this retro-style action game brought to you by game creator Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates! Play as Zangetsu, a demon slayer bearing a deep grudge, who must travel through perilous lands to defeat a powerful demon lurking in a dark castle.
Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon is a action, pixel graphics and retro game
developed and published by INTI CREATES CO. and LTD..
Released on May 24th 2018 is available on Windows, Steam Deck and Steam Machine.
It has received 4,263 reviews of which 4,028 were positive and 235 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. 😍
The game is currently priced at 4.99€ on Steam with a 50% discount.
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- OS *: Windows XP, 7, 8.1, 10
- Processor: 2Ghz or faster processer
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: 512MB VRAM (NVIDIA GeForce)
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Storage: 500 MB available space
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Day 1: I considered refunding this game. Day 2: Finished normal mode on Casual, I considered refunding this game. ... Day 4: Platinum'd (Everything else played on Veteran), I think I love this game. After having played a game like Astalon: Tears of the Earth, Bloodstained's controls were a bit painful to get used to. The game lost me when I lost all my lifes on stage two due to falling into pits from this game's equivalent of flying gorgon heads, then the game suggested me to switch to casual, which I did, thinking the differences would only be infinite lives (TBH, doesn't make THAT big of a difference) and no knockback. While those are what informed ingame, I would later learn that way more stuff changes, to the point that it an be objectively called an easy mode. Upon learning about this, I did all the rest of the game and achievements on Veteran. What "flipped the switch" on me was watching videos of people playing it, which made me think "Oh, so it's like that Mario 64 gif" (This game sux/Yo this game's lit) where your enjoyment of it comes from playing it to it's full potential rather than barebones gameplay. And indeed, while I had been playing thinking that the game was built to play with one character at a time and using subweapons as less as possible, it was the opposite: You're SUPPOSED TO use all of it on normal gameplay, to the point that in the mode you kill companions rather than recruit them, you gain new abilities to compensate for that, USE THEM. While them game lacks some visual clarity in some aspects (In some bosses you'll spend a lot of time thinking "Wait, when do I get to attack?" due to things that are breakable not being very obvious, not to mention some mechanics that require a fair share of trial-and-error for you to understand how they even work) it is, with the exception of some very specific parts, very fair and reasonable, I would go so far as to say lenient (Certain levels will give you 1-Ups near your respawn point in some areas you're expected to die a lot... including right next to the final boss. This "leniency", however, is also good game design: It is in a way that doesn't allow you to simply ignore mechanics and just spam attack, but rather allows you to defeat a boss even without fully mastering/understanding all it's mechanics as long as you focus on exploiting the ones you did understand, basically the game rewards you as long as you're at least trying to engage with it, and on the other hand it allows those who did master those mechanics to absolutely obliterate those bosses and feel good about it. Do I even need to talk about the graphics and aesthetics? This is less than 20MB, it doesn't simply "mimic" NES aesthetics, IT IS BUILT AND OPTIMIZED LIKE ONE. It doesn't "mimic" sprite color limitations, it uses that to save space, it doesn't "mimic" MIDI songs, it uses actual MIDI, same with everything else, a masterpiece.
A very solid, short but sweet throwback to oldschool Castlevania games. It offers multiple endings, some replayability, bopping 8bit soundtrack and pixel artstyle. The level design is more on the linear side with occasional branching paths but boss fights are fun, there's a fair bit of challenge, and it captures the classic feel but with modern polish which keeps the gameplay loop satisfying throughout the short runtime. Definitely recommended for fans of retro action platformers.
---{ Graphics }--- ☐ You forget what reality is ☐ Beautiful ☐ Good ☑ Decent ☐ Bad ☐ Don‘t look too long at it ☐ MS-DOS (Pixel classic-style so i think it's normal) ---{ Gameplay }--- ☐ Masterpiece ☐ Very good ☑ Good ☐ It's just gameplay ☐ Mehh ☐ Watch paint dry instead ☐ Just don't (Long before hollow knight and blasphemous existed, i think this was one of the pioneers in metroidvania 👑) ---{ Audio }--- ☐ Eargasm ☐ Very good ☑ Good ☐ Not too bad ☐ Bad ☐ I'm now deaf (No Song, just classic BGM like super mario bros bgm, pacman classic, etc) ---{ Audience }--- ☐ Kids ☑ Teens ☑ Adults ☑ Grandma ---{ PC Requirements }--- ☑ Check if you can run Paint ☐ Potato ☐ Decent ☐ Fast ☐ Rich boi ☐ Ask NASA if they have a spare computer (Just under 20mb for full size, i you're gen Z you will be surprised ofc) ---{ Game Size }--- ☐ Floppy Disk ☑ Old Fashioned ☐ Workable ☐ Big ☐ Will eat 15% of your 1TB hard drive ☐ You will want an entire hard drive to hold it ☐ You will need to invest in a black hole to hold all the data (I originally wanted to make it on a floppy disk but then realized that a floppy disk can't be more than 1.5mb😂) ---{ Difficulty }--- ☐ Just press 'W' ☐ Easy ☐ Easy to learn / Hard to master ☐ Significant brain usage ☑ Difficult ☐ Dark Souls (The platform is more cruel than its enemy attacks, but it's okay, sometimes feels challenging) ---{ Grind }--- ☑ Nothing to grind ☐ Only if u care about leaderboards/ranks ☐ Isn't necessary to progress ☐ Average grind level ☐ Too much grind ☐ You'll need a second life for grinding (Just follow the route by NPC and you will go to the next stage) ---{ Story }--- ☐ No Story ☐ Some lore ☐ Average ☐ Good ☑ Lovely ☐ It'll replace your life (Very very suprising, the bad ending, an alternate ending, or even a good ending, all of it still depressed🥀) ---{ Game Time }--- ☐ Long enough for a cup of coffee ☑ Short ☐ Average ☐ Long ☐ To infinity and beyond (Depending on patience and skill ofc) ---{ Price }--- ☐ It's free! ☐ Worth the price ☑ If it's on sale ☐ If u have some spare money left ☐ Not recommended ☐ You could also just burn your money (Bundled with the second series, so i recommend buying during sale) ---{ Bugs }--- ☑ Never heard of ☐ Minor bugs ☐ Can get annoying ☐ ARK: Survival Evolved ☐ The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs ---{ ? / 10 }--- ☐ 1 ☐ 2 ☐ 3 ☐ 4 ☐ 5 ☐ 6 ☐ 7 ☑ 8 ☐ 9 ☐ 10 NB : All ending is really really surprised me, one word to this game, UNDERRATED. If you loved mc with depressed end, i very recommend it I even dare to say that THIS game STORY can still COMPETE in 2026 with other metroid genres Much love for Inti Creates for making this masterpiece❤️❤️
Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon, developed and published by Inti Creates Co., Ltd., is a retro-inspired side-scrolling action platformer that pays deliberate homage to the design philosophies of classic 8-bit titles while refining them with modern sensibilities. Set within the broader Bloodstained universe, the game focuses on Zangetsu, a demon hunter driven by vengeance, as he cuts through a series of gothic environments teeming with supernatural threats. Rather than attempting to reinvent the genre, it embraces its roots fully, presenting a tightly designed experience that prioritizes precision, timing, and mastery. The gameplay revolves around traditional platforming and combat mechanics, where careful movement and deliberate attacks are key to survival. Zangetsu begins as the sole playable character, but as the journey unfolds, additional companions can be encountered and recruited. Each of these characters introduces unique abilities that significantly alter how levels can be approached. Some offer ranged attacks, others provide magical options or enhanced mobility, allowing players to adapt their strategy based on the situation. The ability to switch between characters at any time adds flexibility, but the game also gives players the choice to reject these allies, creating a more challenging but streamlined experience. This choice system not only affects gameplay but also influences the story’s direction and eventual outcome. Level design is crafted with a clear understanding of classic platforming principles. Each stage is structured to test different aspects of the player’s skill, from navigating hazardous terrain to dealing with carefully placed enemies that punish careless movement. The pacing within levels is consistent, introducing new obstacles and combinations of threats without overwhelming the player. Branching paths encourage exploration and experimentation, rewarding those who take risks with alternative routes or strategic advantages. Boss encounters serve as climactic moments, requiring pattern recognition and quick reactions. These fights are challenging but fair, reinforcing the game’s emphasis on learning through repetition and improvement. The visual presentation is one of the game’s standout features, capturing the essence of 8-bit aesthetics while enhancing them with modern detail. The pixel art is rich and expressive, bringing its dark, gothic world to life with a level of polish that goes beyond simple nostalgia. Animations are smooth, and environments are varied enough to maintain visual interest throughout the journey. The soundtrack complements the visuals perfectly, delivering energetic and memorable tracks that heighten the tension and excitement of each stage. Together, the audio and visual elements create a cohesive atmosphere that feels both authentic and refined. Replayability is a significant part of the overall experience. The game includes multiple endings based on player choices, particularly regarding how companions are handled, encouraging multiple playthroughs to see all possible outcomes. Additional modes and increased difficulty options further extend its longevity, offering new challenges for those who have mastered the core game. While a single playthrough may be relatively short, the variety introduced through these systems ensures that the game remains engaging beyond its initial run. However, the game’s commitment to classic design does come with some drawbacks. Certain mechanics, such as stiff movement physics and punishing knockback effects, are intentionally reminiscent of older titles and may feel unforgiving to players unfamiliar with that style. While difficulty settings provide some flexibility, the overall experience still leans toward a more traditional level of challenge that demands patience and precision. Additionally, because the game stays so close to its inspirations, it may not feel particularly innovative to those looking for something more experimental or groundbreaking. Despite these limitations, Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon succeeds in delivering a focused and polished experience that captures the essence of classic action platformers. Its tight controls, thoughtful level design, and meaningful replay value make it a standout example of how retro-inspired games can be executed with care and attention to detail. It respects the traditions it draws from while refining them enough to feel accessible to a modern audience. In the end, the game stands as a celebration of a timeless style of gameplay, offering a rewarding challenge for those willing to engage with its mechanics. It may not push the boundaries of the genre, but it excels at what it sets out to do, providing a memorable and satisfying journey from start to finish. Rating: 9/10
Pretty cool semi-"8-bit" styled game. Do note that this is NOT "metroidvania", its very much old school Castlevania 1 or 3 on NES with set levels with maybe one or two branching paths. But there is NO backtracking or other metroidvania stuff. Game also comes with quality of life stuff like stairs not being jank and you can choose difficulty with more ways than one. Played with PS4 controller with no issues. For difficulty choices - If you hated, or liked, knockback from damage in Castlevania NES games you can choose to have it or not. This is also related to lives (+knockback) or "infinite continues" (+no knockback). - You can choose base difficulty from normal to "nightmare". - You can make 3 choices with characters (those seen on trailer); either make them join you and have them switchable OR kill to absord their power OR just walk past and not get either and make it harder for yourself even more. If you kill all characters your first character basically turns into Ryu from Ninja Gaiden NES games which is cool. First playthro with inf lives was around ~2 hours for me, which might sound short but its on level of most NES games of era. For example Castlevania NES games can be finished in 3-4 hours and some range from 1-2 hours. And again, this was with unlimited lives. With continues it would probably take way longer. This game has story-related "New Game+" mode, which I wont spoil, but its pretty much meant to be ran once again after first run, I'd say.
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Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon is currently priced at 4.99€ on Steam.
Yes, Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon is currently available at a 50% discount. You can purchase it for 4.99€ on Steam.
Yes, Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon received 4,028 positive votes out of a total of 4,263 achieving an impressive rating of 9.09.
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Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon was developed and published by INTI CREATES CO. and LTD..
Yes, Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon is playable and fully supported on Windows.
No, Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon is not playable on MacOS.
No, Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon is not playable on Linux.
Yes, Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon is playable on Steam Deck, though it might require a few minor tweaks. Make sure to check the Steam store page and community feedback on ProtonDB for exact compatibility details.
Yes, Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon is playable on Steam Machine, though it might require a few minor tweaks. Make sure to check the Steam store page and community feedback on ProtonDB for exact compatibility details.
No, Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon does not support VR.
Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon is a single-player game.
No, Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon does not currently offer any DLC.
No, Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
No, Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon does not support Steam Remote Play.
Yes, Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
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INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
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INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Release
24 May 2018
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