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Games like Castlevania Chronicles

2001USK 6PlayStation

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.

  • Jumping and platforming
  • Dread and tension
  • Boss fights as highlights
  • Challenging difficulty

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In short: Games like Castlevania Chronicles

Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Castlevania Chronicles special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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BloodRayne: Betrayal

93 %Match

2011PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Steam Deck verified59 % positive16.79 €

Brings what grabs you about Castlevania Chronicles: jumping and platforming, melee combat with weapons or fists as well as a demanding 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.

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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.

Castlevania: Rondo of Blood

Dread and tension

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.

Ghosts 'n Goblins Resurrection

Challenging difficulty

The classic returns: knight Arthur fights through graveyards and demon castles in punishing platforming stages, now with a storybook look. Perfect for players who enjoy merciless but fair challenge and losing armor with every hit.

Volgarr the Viking

Challenging difficulty

A merciless retro arcade platformer where a Viking fights through brutally tough levels with precise jumps and spear throws. Every hit counts, and only those who learn the patterns will progress.

Castlevania: The Dracula X Chronicles

Boss fights as highlights

You get a fresh 3D take on the cult Rondo of Blood, with fluid whip combat, demanding jumps and gothic horror atmosphere. Unlockable classics like Symphony of the Night make the trip through Dracula's castle even more rewarding.

Lords of Exile

Fantasy setting

A classic 8-bit action platformer where you play a cursed knight fighting through linear stages in search of revenge. It delivers NES-era retro gameplay with a demanding challenge.

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