Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon is a 2D action-platforming game developed by Inti Creates. It was released for the Nintendo 3DS in 2018 as a companion game to Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night. The game serves as a prequel to Ritual of the Night and features 8-bit graphics and chiptune music. Curse of the Moon features multiple playable characters, each with their own unique abilities and playstyles. Players can switch between these characters on the fly, allowing for strategic gameplay and the ability to access different areas of each level. Each character also has their own health bar, making it important to switch between characters to keep them alive.
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Each character also has their own health bar, making it important to switch between characters to keep them alive. The game includes multiple levels and bosses, with the difficulty increasing as players progress. Each level also features multiple paths and secrets to discover, adding replay value to the game.
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Additionally, players can make choices throughout the game that affect the story and ending they receive. Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon received positive reviews upon release, with praise for its retro art style, challenging gameplay, and nostalgic feel. It was particularly praised for capturing the essence of classic Castlevania games and successfully translating it to a modern audience. The game was lauded for its tight controls and satisfying combat, as well as its excellent level design. The chiptune soundtrack was also highly praised for its catchy and memorable tunes. Overall, Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon is a must-play for fans of classic 8-bit action-platformers. Its challenging gameplay, multiple playable characters, and retro aesthetic make it a standout title on the Nintendo 3DS. Whether you're a fan of the Castlevania series or simply enjoy old-school platformers, Curse of the Moon is a game that is sure to satisfy your gaming cravings..
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1. John - 2/5 stars: I was really disappointed with Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon on the 3DS. The gameplay felt clunky and the controls were not very responsive. The graphics were also a letdown, with pixelated characters and environments that lacked detail. The story was also lacking, leaving me uninvested in the characters and their journey. Overall, I found the game to be underwhelming and not worth the hype.
2. Sarah - 1/5 stars: I honestly couldn't get into Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon on the 3DS. The difficulty level was ridiculously high, making it frustratingly hard to progress through the game. The lack of checkpoints made it even worse, as I would have to repeat long sections over and over again. I found the enemies to be cheap and unfair, and the boss battles were more infuriating than enjoyable. The aesthetics and music were decent, but they couldn't make up for the frustrating gameplay. I ended up giving up on the game altogether.
3. Mark - 2/5 stars: As a fan of the Castlevania series, I was excited to try Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon on the 3DS. Unfortunately, it failed to meet my expectations. The level design felt uninspired, and the platforming sections were monotonous. The game lacked the depth and exploration that I loved in Castlevania titles. The combat, while serviceable, lacked the satisfying impact and variety that I expected. Overall, I found Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon to be a forgettable and disappointing experience on the 3DS.