Castlevania: Lords of Shadow
About the Game
Gabriel Belmont is a member of the Brotherhood of Light, a group of holy knights who serve to protect the innocent from the forces of evil. His wife Marie, recently murdered by the same evil, now lies trapped between the Earth and the Heavens. Her soul along with many others is neither living nor dead. Gabriel finds out that the Lords of Shadow are behind everything, and that they possess an item known as the God Mask that could bring his beloved Marie back from the dead.
Story & Setting
Taking place during the end of days in 11th century 1047, it follows the journey of Gabriel Belmont as he seeks to revive his wife and save the world from evil forces.
Gameplay & Core Systems
The gameplay in the game is very similar to that seen in God of War . It depends on using a chain whip known as the Combat Cross to fight against enemies. As you progress through the game, players gains access to an assortment of combos available to purchase with experience points gained in battle. The Combat Cross can also be upgraded to be used as a grappling hook to help with the many platform segments in the game or even be fitted with a spiked chain that helps to saw through obstacles. Gabriel gains the ability to utilize magic at a certain part of the game.
Standout Features
- Secondary items such as silver daggers and holy water can also be used in battle.
- Gabriel's: Each level in the game contains hidden magic gems that when collected, will enhance either Gabriel's health, light, or dark magic.
- Secret brotherhood arks are also scoured around the levels but usually need an item that can't be gotten until later on in the story.
- Fighting with the light magic equipped will recover Gabriel's health with each strike of his whip.
- Fighting with the dark magic equipped will enhance Gabriel's power and deliver more damage.
- At all times, players has access to an in-game character guide that gives descriptions on all characters and also tips on how to defeat all enemies.
- Replaying a level will give you an opportunity to complete different trials.
Presentation & Atmosphere
Display support includes Progressive Scan (480p), HDTV 720p, HDTV 1080i, and HDTV 1080p. Audio support includes Dolby Digital and DTS.
