Carpathian Night Starring Bela Lugosi

86%
Game Brain Score Based on 43 reviews
  • music
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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In "Carpathian Night Starring Bela Lugosi," players join Abbot Dorin and Irina Dracul in their quest to stop Dracula and his army of undead creatures from bringing eternal night to the world. Fight through hordes of zombies, vampires, werewolves, and other supernatural beings in the Borgo Pass and ultimately reach Castle Dracula to face the legendary vampire himself. This action-packed game brings Bela Lugosi's iconic portrayal of Dracula to life in a thrilling adventure.

  • PC
  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
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Reviews

86%
Audience ScoreBased on 43 reviews
music8 positive mentions
  • A solid homage to classic Castlevania games, capturing the gameplay, atmosphere, and aesthetics of the 16-bit era.
  • Great pixel art, music, and combat mechanics, with a fun skill tree system that enhances gameplay.
  • Offers a satisfying challenge with generous checkpoints and infinite lives, making it accessible for both newcomers and veterans of the genre.
  • Lacks customizable keyboard controls and options menu, which can hinder the experience for some players.
  • The game is relatively short, with some players feeling it doesn't offer enough content for the price.
  • Some gameplay mechanics, such as hit detection and character movement, can feel inconsistent and frustrating at times.
  • music11 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its gothic and catchy compositions, with standout tracks like the boss theme and remixes of classical pieces such as Swan Lake and Night on Bald Mountain. Reviewers highlight how the soundtrack enhances the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience, making it a significant aspect of the game's appeal. Overall, the music is considered top-notch and integral to the game's adventure and level design.

    • “The music is gothic and catchy, exactly what I look for in a game like this.”
    • “A fun old school Castlevania platformer, great soundtrack including the remixes of Swan Lake and Night on Bald Mountain.”
    • “The music slaps pretty hard in some levels and that is an important factor for me when I play Castlevania-style games.”
  • gameplay7 mentions

    The gameplay is a nostalgic tribute to 16-bit classic Castlevania titles, particularly resembling "Castlevania 4" and "Bloodlines" with its semi-linear level design and traditional mechanics. Players can expect tight controls and a challenging experience, complete with the classic frustrations of bottomless pits, all enhanced by high-quality music and graphics.

    • “It's a faithful homage to the 16-bit era of classicvania games, particularly Castlevania 4 and Bloodlines, in terms of both gameplay and atmosphere.”
    • “The music, atmosphere, gameplay, and graphics are all top notch.”
    • “Carpathian Night is a solid callback to the 16-bit era of the Castlevania series, with semi-linear levels to go through instead of the now prevalent Metroidvania formula, a tight-knit gameplay, and complete with frustrating falls into bottomless pits.”
  • graphics5 mentions

    Overall, the graphics are solid and contribute positively to the game's atmosphere and gameplay. However, some users feel a disconnect between the modern visuals and the retro-inspired elements, wishing for a more authentic representation of the era being depicted.

    • “Graphics, audio, and controls are solid.”
    • “The music, atmosphere, gameplay, and graphics are all top notch.”
    • “The gameplay, graphics, sounds, music, story, and atmosphere all come together to make a great adventure game.”
    • “That being said, I can't help but feel a weird disconnect between the later-gen visuals and the VRC6 tracks and sound effects.”
    • “I don't hate them or anything, but I wish they more accurately represented the era the graphics are replicating.”
  • atmosphere3 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is a nostalgic tribute to the 16-bit era, particularly reminiscent of classic Castlevania titles like Castlevania 4 and Bloodlines. Reviewers praise the seamless integration of music, graphics, and gameplay, all contributing to an immersive and engaging adventure experience.

    • “It's a faithful homage to the 16-bit era of classicvania games, particularly Castlevania 4 and Bloodlines, in terms of both gameplay and atmosphere.”
    • “The music, atmosphere, gameplay, and graphics are all top-notch.”
    • “The gameplay, graphics, sounds, music, story, and atmosphere all come together to make a great adventure game.”
  • story2 mentions

    The story is praised for its integration with gameplay, graphics, and sound, creating a cohesive adventure experience. Additionally, the use of tablets enhances the narrative, providing deeper engagement with the plot.

    • “The gameplay, graphics, sounds, music, story, and atmosphere all come together to make a great adventure game.”
    • “The tablets expand upon the story.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game demonstrates strong stability, running smoothly on the Steam Deck, especially when paired with a Bluetooth controller.

    • “Great game and runs smoothly on Steam Deck with a Bluetooth controller!”
    • “The game maintains a stable frame rate, providing a seamless experience.”
    • “I haven't encountered any crashes or bugs, which makes for a very stable gameplay.”
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