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Count Dracula is once more back from the dead... Join the fight against Evil in the Castlevania Advance Collection, a compilation of timeless action-exploration masterpieces!
Castlevania Advance Collection is a metroidvania, action and 2d platformer game
developed and published by KONAMI.
Released on September 23rd 2021 is available only on Windows
in 2 languages: English and Japanese.
It has received 2,084 reviews of which 1,908 were positive and 176 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. 😎
The game is currently priced at 19.99€ on Steam, but you can find it for less on Instant Gaming.
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- OS: Windows 10 - 64bit
- Processor: Intel Core i3-4160
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- DirectX: Version 9.0
- Storage: 500 MB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX 9 compatible
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I would say that I'm reliving my childhood, but since I was in my 20's when these great games came out. So I guess I am reliving the days when I had a full head of hair. Good collection. Also, I finally collected all the souls in Aria of Sorrow. Never did that back in the day.
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just finished Aria of Sorrow and god this game might be one of my favorite games of all time. The way the whole castle is connected and the music omg . I like how you can use the abilities you get later in the game in some areas from the beginning. The combat is great for a game released in 2003. The variety of weapons is really good. Some are long range and some are short range. Some use ice fire or darkness. Some have great damage but are close range so you might take damage while trying to do damage yourself. Some areas are pretty hard tbh and I almost broke my monitor more than once . The boss fights are good until you find the trick to beat them and they become so ez. I never thought I would play castlevania one day but I did and it was a great experience
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The short version: Aria of Sorrow is worth the price of admission alone, and Harmony of Dissonance is a solid game worth playing through as well. Super grateful for this collection making these games available on modern platforms, even if half the included games aren't ones I personally care for at all. That doesn't mean they shouldn't be preserved, and I'm glad to see that here. My only real nitpick with this collection is that it never remembers my window size settings, and I wish the gadgets for Circle of the Moon and Aria of Sorrow didn't appear every. Single. Time. I hit an enemy. Limit it to one popup per enemy at a time! Anyway, my quick thoughts on each game: Circle of the Moon - A very important game in the series' history, bringing a SotN-like experience to handhelds, but ultimately one I find too dull and frustrating. The castle design is boring, controlling Nathan is clunky, and there are no tangible rewards for exploring besides life/MP/heart max increases. The DSS system is very cool on paper! But in practice is just a chore of a grind. Harmony of Dissonance - Definitely the weakest musically, and Juste is a bit floaty, but I still find this one fun to play. I feel its own central mechanic is a bit underbaked and its castle design can also come off uninspired, but for what it is, it's worth a playthrough. Plus, you get to decorate your own room! Aria of Sorrow - A masterpiece and one of my favorite games, period. Soma controls excellently and the soul system is a brilliant way to encourage experimentation and even potentially make each playthrough feel unique. The castle design is superb with an excellent sense of flow, save for maybe one area. There's some usage of soul swapping that can get a little tedious, but I otherwise have very little to complain about with this one. Dracula X - A baffling inclusion, especially with it being a Classicvania, but at least it's available somewhere. This is actually one of my least-favorites in the series for being an obnoxious revision of Rondo of Blood, full of irritating enemy placements and frustrating platforming. The musical conversions and graphics are excellent, but those are the only positives I can think of. And no, it's not an aversion to Classicvanias; I love CV1, CV3, and Bloodlines! Overall, if you've never played Castlevania before, and you pick this up and enjoy your time with it, I highly recommend getting the Dominus Collection as well!
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A solid collection of the Game Boy Advance titles, all of which are strong in their own right. It was an experimental time, and the experimentation between each of these titles is keenly seen and felt. Circle of the Moon is the earliest title of the three. While it has the RPG elements of a modern Metroidvania, it gestures back to the classic Castlevania titles: your movement is deliberate if clunky and enemy damage is high. The story and its characters serve as a means to propel you forward throughout the castle - it is perfectly serviceable. Personally, I most fondly remember Circle of the Moon for its magic system (cards you combine to create effects) and its distribution of optional rewards; progressing along the critical path will reveal to you a number of optional goodies that reward altering your journey even just slightly, such as raising a bridge to snag an item underneath it. Harmony of Dissonance is a frenetic blur of motion that catches a lot of flak for its aesthetic presentation. Juste has a garish blue outline that no longer feels necessary on modern technology (the original Game Boy Advance had no backlit screen), and the soundtrack is incredibly divisive with its intentional inclusion of dissonant melodies. I enjoyed only one or two tracks from the game myself. As for gameplay, you are immediately given a forward and back dash that allows you to cross massive spans of the castle in a fraction of the time that it would take in the early stages of Circle of the Moon; later on, your slide is ruthlessly powerful and efficient. However, the momentum is not preserved when you jump, requiring a bit of a learning phase. In terms of exploration, the game offers an enormous experience, but most of its optional areas only offer you a background cosmetic for a specific room in the castle. Exploring the castle is mandatory for a true ending, but its rewards often feel lacking. All in all, Harmony of Dissonance demonstrates some serious growing pains in the franchise, but there's enjoyment to be found here. Aria of Sorrow is widely regarded as the most beloved of the three GBA titles on display here, as it has the benefit of learning from all of the titles that come before it. Movement is responsive, you are given more air control akin to other platforming games (and less like classic Castlevania titles), and you obtain a backdash very early on that has some slick combat and movement applications (including some speedrun tech). Its magic system is a promise from the game to the player that every enemy will have a unique soul or ability, which does well to generate an early curiosity! Beware: drop rates vary from enemy to enemy and can quickly result in lots of grinding for a completionist. The soundtrack is comprised of mostly new tracks with the occasional throwback to a classic theme; this, coupled with the game's more modern setting and spry teenage protagonist (not a Belmont!), helps the game to feel like a passing of the torch. Aria of Sorrow is a game I find myself revisiting over and over, be it for a fresh playthrough, challenge runs (e.g. Silver Handgun only), or randomizer mod experiences. Final note: Soma's also kind of a huge dweeb despite his fashion sense and he loves his girlfriend. I love him. The collection has a bunch of expected functionality, like save states, rewind, galleries, and the like. However, for whatever reason, it lacks a built-in borderless fullscreen option, so - if you're like me - you'll often need to use your computer's shortcut when booting the game up. If you're a fan of the genre and you haven't touched these games yet, you'll get a lot out of the experience - even if only if you treat it like a time capsule.
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The Castlevania Advance Collection brings together three classic Game Boy Advance titles: Castlevania: Circle of the Moon, Castlevania: Harmony of Dissonance, and Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow. While each game offers a unique experience, the collection as a whole provides a compelling look at the evolution of the Castlevania franchise during this era. Circle of the Moon: This game stands out for its innovative DSS (Dimensional Shift System), allowing players to combine different cards to create powerful attacks. The difficulty curve is relatively steep, but the rewarding combat and exploration make it a worthwhile challenge. The graphics are simple but charming, fitting the GBA's limitations well. Harmony of Dissonance: A direct sequel to Circle of the Moon, Harmony of Dissonance features a more linear structure. The DSS is gone, replaced by a more traditional approach to abilities. The game still offers satisfying combat and exploration, but the linearity might feel limiting to some players accustomed to the open world of Circle of the Moon. The graphics and sound are improved over Circle of the Moon, although still characteristic of the GBA era. Aria of Sorrow: Often considered the best of the three, Aria of Sorrow introduces the Tactical Soul system, allowing players to absorb enemy abilities. This adds a layer of strategic depth to the combat, encouraging experimentation and diverse playstyles. The game also features a larger world map and a more refined gameplay experience compared to its predecessors. The graphics are noticeably improved, with more detailed sprites and backgrounds. The Collection's Extras: The collection isn't just a simple port. It includes several quality-of-life improvements, such as save states, rewind functionality, and various display options (including the ability to play in their original aspect ratios or widescreen). These features enhance the overall experience significantly, making these older games more accessible to modern players. There is also a gallery of concept art and music, offering a nice touch for fans. Overall: The Castlevania Advance Collection is a must-have for fans of the franchise and anyone interested in classic action-adventure games. While the individual games have their own strengths and weaknesses, the collection as a whole provides a comprehensive and enjoyable journey through a pivotal period in Castlevania's history. The inclusion of modern conveniences makes these older titles more accessible and enjoyable than ever before.
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Castlevania Advance Collection is currently priced at 19.99€ on Steam.
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Castlevania Advance Collection received 1,908 positive votes out of a total of 2,084 achieving a rating of 8.74.
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Castlevania Advance Collection was developed and published by KONAMI.
Castlevania Advance Collection is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Castlevania Advance Collection is not playable on MacOS.
Castlevania Advance Collection is not playable on Linux.
Castlevania Advance Collection is a single-player game.
Castlevania Advance Collection does not currently offer any DLC.
Castlevania Advance Collection does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
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