Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon - Nintendo Switch [Digital]

Name: Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon - Nintendo Switch [Digital]
Brand: Inti Creates
SKU: 6260793
Price: 9.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (227 reviews)

ESRB Rating: T (Teen 13+)

SKU: 6260793

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Customers find value in the tight gameplay, fun characters, and responsive controls of Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon. Many appreciate the classic side-scrolling action and the multiple characters, each with unique abilities. The game's difficulty is also highlighted, with options for both casual and veteran players. However, some customers feel the price is a bit high, especially for the physical release.

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Features

Battle with swords and whips in this retro-style action game brought to you by game creator Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates
Play as Zangetsu, a demon slayer bearing a deep grudge, who must travel through perilous lands to defeat a powerful demon lurking in a dark castle. Zangetsu will meet fellow travelers along the way, who can join your journey as playable characters
Switching to these characters with their unique abilities will unlock new paths through the treacherous stages. Your choices in recruiting these adventurers will change the difficulty of the game and may even affect the ending
For one player

Specifications

ESRB Rating
T (Teen 13+)
ESRB Descriptors
Blood, Fantasy violence
Compatible Platform(s)
Nintendo Switch
Software Format
Digital

Reviews

99% would recommend to a friend

Customers are sayingCustomers find value in the tight gameplay, fun characters, and responsive controls of Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon. Many appreciate the classic side-scrolling action and the multiple characters, each with unique abilities. The game's difficulty is also highlighted, with options for both casual and veteran players. However, some customers feel the price is a bit high, especially for the physical release.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
For Igavania collectors -great retro feel + sound
Captures the feel Iga's older Castlevania platforming adventures with a great retro soundtrack. One casual playthrough isn't too long, but additional difficulties up the challenge and replay value. Plus, there are many secrets in the walls! Four characters to play and switch between, each with their own ability, allow you to mix (and combine) powers. It's a premium price to pay for this physical release of a $10 download, but if you are a fan and backer of the new Bloodstained game (or Castlevania fan), it is a must have for the collection. Besides the Nintendo Switch cartridge, you get a case and little character manual with it. I wish the manual would have included control instructions, like game manuals back in the day, but it is really just a character introduction manual with artwork. Fairly light manual, at with only five spreads. This is created with the diehard fan in mind, so, being a diehard fan, my review is skewed to 5. But then, if you aren't a fan, why would you be reading all of this? I included images for clarity on what is included. A great intro to the new Bloodstained series!
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Posted 7 years ago by Rivithed
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Just like Castlevania
Amazing game. The looks, the controls, gameplay and characters are amazing. This is a must buy for the switch.
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Posted 6 years ago by YikesBikes
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic and amazing, just not on Switch.
Truly incredible game, especially if you are fan of Castlevania: Symphony of the Night. It really mirrors the gameplay and spirit of SotN. The rpg mechanics work exceptionally well, the boss fights are a blast. However, I can't recommend this on the Switch. Graphics, crashing, and outright freezing are rampant. The developers are working on patches but until they are addressed, it is HIGHLY recommended to purchase on another console (I returned my Switch version for the PS4 version). Iga forever.
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Posted 7 years ago by NJdscc
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic Castlevania 8-bit-like experience!
What an amazing & nostalgic experience! Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon takes you back in time to the NES days, to the days of Castlevania 1 & 3. A platformer that plays very much like Castlevania, with a few new more modern twists. This game is basically a reimagining of Castlevania 3: Dracula's Curse... where you can play up to 4 characters. A Swordsman, an Alchemist/Mage, Long range & high jumping woman with a whip & a Vampire/Dark Magic user type of character with the ability to fly long stretches... all characters with different attack patterns, sub weapons, strengths & weaknesses. Game takes you through 8 levels, with diverting paths filled with peril or just plain shortcuts. Each playthru can feel like a fresh experience! Game features multiple endings, 3 modes & a Boss Rush mode that is unlockable. Game is all about experimenting and pattern recognition like the old NES days... and the game provides quite the challenge for those that decide to tackle the Veteran mode difficulty playstyle and for those that want to have an easier time, the game provides with a 'Casual' mode difficulty. Getting a physical copy of this game with as much replayability it had, was the definitely worth the extra $20 in its price tag, quite the collector's item from Limited Run Games' partnership with Best Buy. 5/5 game with countless of hours to sink in for all the different playthroughs and endings to acquire & see.
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Posted 7 years ago by Kaneco
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A perfect take on Castlevania style games.
Curse Of The Moon takes you back to the days of the great Castlevania games, especially Castlevania III. It has that atmosphere (something sadly lacking in a lot of games nowadays) and perfect controls. It is a side scroller, allowing you to switch between protagonists, something which is essential to explore all of the environment. All the playable characters and almost all the monsters show up again in the excellent Ritual Of The Night, which connects the two games nicely and builds a sense of lore and belonging. Beating the game unlocks harder difficulties, and this is a game that has a good replayability factor. It's a little short, but that's okay, because you'll want to dive right back in. But be sure to pick up Ritual... because that is another excellent game in the vein of Castlevania: Symphony Of The Night. I just wish the actual recent Castlevania games were this good
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Posted 7 years ago by Panda

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Questions & Answers

Which platform is the game compatible with?
This game is compatible with the Nintendo Switch.
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What is the ESRB rating?
The ESRB rating is T (Teen 13+).
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How many characters can you play as?
You can play as Zangetsu, Miriam, Alfred, and Gebel.
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Is the game a single-player game?
This is a single-player game. The game allows you to play as one of four characters: Zangetsu, Miriam, Alfred, or Gebel.
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Does this come with any of the Limited Run extras? The digital version for this brief game, on all platforms, is $9.99. Besides the Nintendo Switch cartridge and box, what is included for the $20 extra?
Hello, yes. This release includes a cover with interior art and a full-color booklet. The only difference from the original release from limited run is the cover art. 29.99 is the set price for most if not all games sold through limited run. However the price of the game on the Eshop can also play a role in determining the price of the physical release. It is more of a collectors item, therefore it's value is based purely on the worth you give it. I hope this helps.
Answered 7 years ago by Dave