| Product Summary | | Manufacturer: Konami Of America | | Format: Nintendo DS | | UPC: 00083717241065 | | Buy.com Sku: 201646995 | | Item#: G24GPV |  | | See more in RPG |
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| | | The year is 2036, one year after the events of Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow. Soma Cruz finds himself at the center of a mysterious cults plan to resurrect their evil lord and master Dracula. In order to save himself and protect the lives of those he loves, Soma must infiltrate the enemys home base, a towering replica of Draculas castle that is teaming with monstrous creatures.
"Bigger, tougher, meaner, and more next-gen...dozens of backdrops that are drop-dead gorgeous." GameZone
"...an absolutely top-notch, beautiful, and most importantly, fun DS game..." IGN
"This is the kind of game worth buying a DS for." Play Magazine
| | Features |  | Interact with Castlevania by defeating evil spirits with the “Magic Seal” system, which utilizes Nintendo DS’s touch screen | | Continues the storyline that first emerged in the critically acclaimed Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow for Nintendo GameBoy Advance | | Exchange or trade acquired souls with other players via the DS wireless connection | | Introduces a variety of memorable new characters that help drive an exciting and dramatic storyline | | Includes stunning graphics and special effects, as well as an all-new incredibly moving musical score | | Created by award-winning producer Koji Igarashi and the creative team behind the critically acclaimed Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow | | Collect even more tactical souls to upgrade your abilities and weapons | | Exchange souls with other players via the DS wireless connection | | Fight through and explore one of the largest castles ever seen in the series | | Master the Magic Seal System to defeat enemies using the touch screen | | Race another player through custom-made castle rooms in VS mode |
| | Professional Reviews | eToychest 10 of 10
The game is extremely rewarding, and would be for anyone Ð whether they've played Aria or Sorrow or not, or even if they have never played a Castlevania title previously. This is a must-own title for any Nintendo DS owner.
GameSpy 9 of 10
I like the lay of Dawn of Sorrow's land, and the soul mechanic is great; however, with the inferior character design and ho-hum touch-screen features, this isn't the be-all end-all of portable Castlevania. Regardless, it is a must-have for all action fans, and kicks the ever-loving crap out of any other action/platformer on the DS.
Thunderbolt 9 of 10
It reintroduces us to an antihero on a quest for personal salvation, a cast of memorable characters, massive levels, remarkable gameplay, and one of the best presentations that the DS has to offer. It's that kind of combination that makes for a truly excellent experience.
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