Castlevania: Legacy of Darkness
An expanded version of the N64 Castlevania, featuring new characters Cornell (a werewolf) and Henry Oldrey alongside returning protagonists. This edition adds new levels, enhanced gameplay mechanics, and additional story content bridging the original game's events.
Platform
nintendo 64
Year
1999
Genre
Action-Adventure
Developer
Konami
Controls
About This Game
Legacy of Darkness serves as both a prequel and expanded remake, with Cornell's story set before the original game and Henry's campaign occurring afterward, creating a complete narrative cycle.
The game introduces weapon upgrades, improved camera controls, and new transformations for Cornell including a powerful werewolf form that changes combat dynamics.
Despite being overshadowed by Symphony of the Night, it refined many criticized aspects of the original N64 release and is now considered a cult classic for its ambitious 3D Castlevania vision.
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