Glad to see someone else who has this as their favorite Castlevania. Honestly, it's the only one I've ever played that I really enjoyed. I was only like 7 when I played it, but the whole thing was like trying to solve a mystery and I loved that. The straightforwardness of other Castlevanias around the time just didn't keep my neurodivergent brain occupied.
I liked hearing a different take on the game that wasn’t just "boo hoo it sucks!" The game definitely has some very nice elements, especially the music and atmosphere. Nice video :)
Castlevania 64 originally got a lot of hate by fans but praised by critics but luckly people now realize how underrated it really is despite it's slight flaws with the camera.
I would argue it has more issues than just the camera, but man, I don't know how the 'Vania 64 duology developed such a negative reputation in the first place. When I was growing up it was relatively popular where I lived, I explicitly remember lending it out to dozens of friends that all ended up beating it and really enjoying their time spent with the game. They have a scant few frustrating parts, but coming off the NES and SNES that was honestly the norm, so yeah. I don't really get it. 🤔
This has long been my favorite Castlevania since a neighborhood friend of mine showed it to me as a kid. We spent hours playing through the game and scoured back issues of Nintendo Power for every secret we could find. The day we beat it was an amazing day for us! Then when we went back to play it again months later we beat it quicker and discovered multiple endings! That blew our little minds. Easily in my top 10 NES games
I’m kicking myself for not mentioning the multiple endings in this video, but you’re right. This game is special, and often brings heavy feelings of nostalgia with it. Thanks for sharing!
I first beat this game the last day of school. The end credits music made that day feel so much more epic. I had to rent it and re-finish it for the last day senior year as well, just because.
It's "over hated" but clearly not the worst game in the franchise, especially if you judge it considering the time it was released. Played it in 2008 and loved it.
I played this on virtual console awhile back. I actually don't mind getting lost, it really exercises your brain to think about where you are. Also, if I did get really lost i would use save states to go back. I know that's kind of cheating, but I think it's fair for a game like this
N64 Castlevania had a Day/Night Cycle, but it didn't increase the strength of the enemies. If I remember correctly, certain events would happen at certain times of day, and certain doors would only be open during the day or the night
It’s been years since I played that game. I didn’t think the day/ night system was persistent, meaning it would change on its own without the player taking action. Maybe I should revisit that game again soon.
Castlevania awsome Franchise I used to play this one too and not my favorite but still a good game my Favorite castlevania game was castlevania 64 and legacy of darkness I hope someone makes Rom hacks of thouse.
Honestly, I would probably choose one of the _black and white_ Game Boy versions, if I had to choose the best Castlevania game. I'm not a heretic, I'm a nihilist, okay?
Castlevania II is honestly far better than the bad wrap that its received in the internet era, but going this far in the opposite direction ain't it either chief, haha This coming from someone that completed it alongside Zelda 1 and 2 dozens of times as a kid without a guide. Granted, performed while trading playground secrets and rumors, but such was the way of things back then. You were one of the infinite monkeys slamming away at the keyboard to figure things out, and you shared your findings and graph paper maps with friends and they with you. Was just how it worked back then, completely different social environment compared to playing a single player game today. Big part of why the game has such an undeserved reputation.
Glad to see someone else who has this as their favorite Castlevania. Honestly, it's the only one I've ever played that I really enjoyed. I was only like 7 when I played it, but the whole thing was like trying to solve a mystery and I loved that. The straightforwardness of other Castlevanias around the time just didn't keep my neurodivergent brain occupied.
I liked hearing a different take on the game that wasn’t just "boo hoo it sucks!" The game definitely has some very nice elements, especially the music and atmosphere. Nice video :)
Thanks for watching!
I always liked this as a kid but got lost. Loved the game's vibe and open areas.
Heavy metal, and vanquishing evil abominations. Is there a better selling strategy? I think not.
Castlevania 64 originally got a lot of hate by fans but praised by critics but luckly people now realize how underrated it really is despite it's slight flaws with the camera.
Castlevania 64 will always be a great game. Very underrated. I loved it.
I would argue it has more issues than just the camera, but man, I don't know how the 'Vania 64 duology developed such a negative reputation in the first place. When I was growing up it was relatively popular where I lived, I explicitly remember lending it out to dozens of friends that all ended up beating it and really enjoying their time spent with the game. They have a scant few frustrating parts, but coming off the NES and SNES that was honestly the norm, so yeah.
I don't really get it. 🤔
This has long been my favorite Castlevania since a neighborhood friend of mine showed it to me as a kid. We spent hours playing through the game and scoured back issues of Nintendo Power for every secret we could find. The day we beat it was an amazing day for us! Then when we went back to play it again months later we beat it quicker and discovered multiple endings! That blew our little minds. Easily in my top 10 NES games
I’m kicking myself for not mentioning the multiple endings in this video, but you’re right. This game is special, and often brings heavy feelings of nostalgia with it. Thanks for sharing!
I first beat this game the last day of school. The end credits music made that day feel so much more epic. I had to rent it and re-finish it for the last day senior year as well, just because.
easily my favourite nes soundtrack, could be arguably my favourite soundtrack for any system.
It's "over hated" but clearly not the worst game in the franchise, especially if you judge it considering the time it was released. Played it in 2008 and loved it.
I played this on virtual console awhile back. I actually don't mind getting lost, it really exercises your brain to think about where you are. Also, if I did get really lost i would use save states to go back. I know that's kind of cheating, but I think it's fair for a game like this
I use save states to learn a game quicker. Once I’m more familiar with the game, I’ll go through it again without “cheating” 😄
My only gripe with this game is being sorta forced to speedrun in order to get the best ending. Other than that, love it just as much as the others.
I have always said that Simon's Quest was the best Castlevania game until SotN. I was 12 or 13 when it was released...
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N64 Castlevania had a Day/Night Cycle, but it didn't increase the strength of the enemies. If I remember correctly, certain events would happen at certain times of day, and certain doors would only be open during the day or the night
It’s been years since I played that game. I didn’t think the day/ night system was persistent, meaning it would change on its own without the player taking action. Maybe I should revisit that game again soon.
my man.
Yes, it is.
Castlevania awsome Franchise I used to play this one too and not my favorite but still a good game my Favorite castlevania game was castlevania 64 and legacy of darkness I hope someone makes Rom hacks of thouse.
Oh man I LOVED Castlevania 64. Played it over and over again. So great.
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Thanks, man. I’m liking it too (it doesn’t get in the way anymore 😄 )
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Honestly, I would probably choose one of the _black and white_ Game Boy versions, if I had to choose the best Castlevania game. I'm not a heretic, I'm a nihilist, okay?
Fair enough!
Evil angry video game nerd:
You made a mistake in your title. You used the word "best" when the word you were actually looking for was "worst"
No, no no. I’m pretty sure I used the correct word 😄
Castlevania II is honestly far better than the bad wrap that its received in the internet era, but going this far in the opposite direction ain't it either chief, haha
This coming from someone that completed it alongside Zelda 1 and 2 dozens of times as a kid without a guide. Granted, performed while trading playground secrets and rumors, but such was the way of things back then. You were one of the infinite monkeys slamming away at the keyboard to figure things out, and you shared your findings and graph paper maps with friends and they with you. Was just how it worked back then, completely different social environment compared to playing a single player game today.
Big part of why the game has such an undeserved reputation.
This game sucks.
How dare you, sir?! 😂
Stunningly brave take.