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"A Playable Demo Of Castlevania in E3 tis Yr?" , posted Wed 26 Feb 04:33

- Konami mentioned a playable version of the PlayStation 2 Castlevania will be available at E3 in May, the game is being produced by Koji Igarashi from KCET, and it will be released sometimes this fall.

Source: The Magicbox

I don't know whether is it really going to happen ornot, But we can all anticipate. Fully 2D or Partial 3D is totally fine with me.. just don't give me the Nintendo 64 Castlevania crap *prays hard*

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BlackNinjaVinny

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"Re(1):A Playable Demo Of Castlevania in E3 ti" , posted Wed 26 Feb 04:57

I don't know, but Hellsing is an awesome anime.

Rid Hershel

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"Re(1):A Playable Demo Of Castlevania in E3 ti" , posted Wed 26 Feb 05:09

My guess, they're going for a 3d game with 2d gameplay like Strider Hiryu or Contra PS2. But it'll be as good as the older Castlevanias? hmmm... so far the GBA ones aren't better than Symphony of the Night...

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Grave
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"Re(2):A Playable Demo Of Castlevania in E3 ti" , posted Wed 26 Feb 05:40

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My guess, they're going for a 3d game with 2d gameplay like Strider Hiryu or Contra PS2. But it'll be as good as the older Castlevanias? hmmm... so far the GBA ones aren't better than Symphony of the Night...

Yeah, the GBA ones are pretty decent, Circle of the Moon actually having a bit of challenge. Harmony of Dissonance is way too easy, but it does have great graphics. Neither is as good as SotN, I agree, but I'm not complaining about getting a third.

As for a CV in the vein of Shattered Soldier... well, I love the way Shattered Soldier plays, but I hate the way it looks, especially when compared to Contra 3. Why is 2D such a bad thing now? I'd like to see a really high-resolution 2D CV or Contra game. And if it's like Strider 2... well, I hope it's not so ugly, or so incredibly easy, heheh.

I don't see why most companies believe 3D is a logical progression for 2D series, because most can't make the transition intact. Maybe Sonic and Mario could do it, but CV has proven to be difficult.

Treepull Aitch
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"Re(2):A Playable Demo Of Castlevania in E3 ti" , posted Wed 26 Feb 05:41

I wonder which Belmont'll be the protagonist this time? It just might be Simon Belmont, annoying himbo Captain N and the Game Masters version.

Saint Rygar
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"Re(1):A Playable Demo Of Castlevania in E3 ti" , posted Wed 26 Feb 13:26

quote:
- Konami mentioned a playable version of the PlayStation 2 Castlevania will be available at E3 in May, the game is being produced by Koji Igarashi from KCET, and it will be released sometimes this fall.

Source: The Magicbox

I don't know whether is it really going to happen ornot, But we can all anticipate. Fully 2D or Partial 3D is totally fine with me.. just don't give me the Nintendo 64 Castlevania crap *prays hard*

Another vote for the high res 2d castlevania (we need something to surpass the now old Symphony of the Night) or at least something like Devil May Cry.

I want this to be sequel in the timeline of Symphony (Belmont family, no unknow guy)

Maybe some ideas for the new system from the GBA games too. (i loved the powers of the cards in CofM) and change weapons is a must!!! (Morning Star, Sword, Axe and something else) each one with special moves or magic

and the throwing stuff like always (Daggers, Cross, Holy Water)

And yes Hellsing Kicks Ass!!

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Riskbreaker
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"Re(2):A Playable Demo Of Castlevania in E3 ti" , posted Wed 26 Feb 14:07

Sorry everyone but the next Castlevania will not be 2-D. Official Playstation Magazine, Sam Kennedy, recently posted this message on the GA forums.

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Hey all -- haven't posted in ages, but I figured I'd try to get back into it again. Anyway, there was something I wanted to mention that might make people feel a little better about the new PS2 Castlevania. It's something I found out after I put together that story in OPM. The new game is definitely 3D, as Igarashi stated in the mag. HOWEVER, it's not exactly 3D in the Rygar or DMC sense -- it's more along the lines of Ico. Basically, the camera isn't fixed behind the character, meaning traditional 2D style gameplay will likely still occur -- along with 3D style gameplay.

Just picture a Castlevania:SOTN style game with Ico-esque graphics and tell me that doesn't just excite the fuck out of you.

I have complete faith in Igarashi.

-SamK
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Porcellino
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"Re(1):A Playable Demo Of Castlevania in E3 ti" , posted Wed 26 Feb 14:37

quote:
.. just don't give me the Nintendo 64 Castlevania crap *prays hard*

As far as I know after a 3D Castlevania game poll a few weeks ago you should be careful...there are some Castlevania64 hardcore fans ^^; ABUNAI!!

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RDS
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"Re(3):A Playable Demo Of Castlevania in E3 ti" , posted Wed 26 Feb 14:47

quote:
Sorry everyone but the next Castlevania will not be 2-D. Official Playstation Magazine, Sam Kennedy, recently posted this message on the GA forums.

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Hey all -- haven't posted in ages, but I figured I'd try to get back into it again. Anyway, there was something I wanted to mention that might make people feel a little better about the new PS2 Castlevania. It's something I found out after I put together that story in OPM. The new game is definitely 3D, as Igarashi stated in the mag. HOWEVER, it's not exactly 3D in the Rygar or DMC sense -- it's more along the lines of Ico. Basically, the camera isn't fixed behind the character, meaning traditional 2D style gameplay will likely still occur -- along with 3D style gameplay.

Just picture a Castlevania:SOTN style game with Ico-esque graphics and tell me that doesn't just excite the fuck out of you.

I have complete faith in Igarashi.

-SamK
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While I'm not saying this isn't true I will wait for more concrete evidence.

Mosquiton

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"Direct Igarashi quote and my take" , posted Wed 26 Feb 16:36:

Well, direct from his translator. From the same OPM as was mentioned earlier:

"2D and 3D both have good points, but the market has clearly shifted to 3D. So, I want to try something in between... In the past, the N64 Castlevanias attempted 3D and many would say they failed. Because of this, most people tend to think that Castlevania wouldn't work in 3D and that it should be kept in 2D. I'm of the opinion that it can be done. What I'm thinking of will surprise people. It could perhaps even upset people. But, regardless, it will be cool."

And think about it, if Castlevania is to continue to evolve, it should not be confined to the second dimension. Instead of worrying about artificial limits, IGA is simply going to concentrate on making a good game.

The GBA will in all likelyhood continue to showcase 2D Castlevania titles, and if you're of the opinion that gameplay makes the experience (not graphics or sound) then there's not much reason to complain.

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[this message was edited by Mosquiton on Wed 26 Feb 16:39]

RDS
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"Re(1):Direct Igarashi quote and my take" , posted Wed 26 Feb 16:47

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if you're of the opinion that gameplay makes the experience (not graphics or sound) then there's not much reason to complain.

Hey I'm not complaining. I love Castlevania. I loved the N64 ones, and no matter what this one looks like as long as it's fun I will probably like it too.

Mosquiton

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"Re(2):Direct Igarashi quote and my take" , posted Wed 26 Feb 16:51

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Hey I'm not complaining. I love Castlevania. I loved the N64 ones, and no matter what this one looks like as long as it's fun I will probably like it too.

I didn't say you were man, just that some people feel quite strongly on this issue.

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RugalBernstein

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"Re(1):Direct Igarashi quote and my take" , posted Wed 26 Feb 16:52

Hmm... if it's anything like Shin Contra, I'll buy it.

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RDS
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"Re(3):Direct Igarashi quote and my take" , posted Wed 26 Feb 17:01

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Hey I'm not complaining. I love Castlevania. I loved the N64 ones, and no matter what this one looks like as long as it's fun I will probably like it too.

I didn't say you were man, just that some people feel quite strongly on this issue.

No, I know what you meant, I was just saying what I though about this whole 2d-3d thing.

Mosquiton

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"Re(2):Direct Igarashi quote and my take" , posted Wed 26 Feb 17:01

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Hmm... if it's anything like Shin Contra, I'll buy it.

From the quote, I think it's safe to assume that there will some 3D gameplay in there.

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