Much of the change in the act is supported by the many different opponents. You get to deal with all that we know from the fantasy genre: trolls, orcs, goblins, Wargs, werewolves, vampires, fairies, lively fight skeletons and of course dragons. But the range of figures goes much further. There are the Baba Yaga, Carmilla, a huge stone creatures and much more. Here surprised the ingenuity of the makers, for they have not just rely on familiar, but happy to "refined" times with small, new ideas, which really impressive figures have emerged. Since it can happen that one at the sight of a final boss a surprised "Oh!" escapes, on the one hand with enthusiasm, on the other hand in horror, as it eventually must defeat this enemy.
But even in their own, helping rows you get a lot offered. As an example may be mentioned here that many diverse mounts, which Gabriel Belmont uses.
Intuitive operation
The gameplay is enjoyable and works almost intuitively. The standard movements are programmed with the usual buttons:
Viereck = attack
Triangle = surface attack
Cross = jump
Circle = Special Weapon
Left stick = Move
This can of course also combine. Very quickly one gains additional capabilities to or can buy them for the acquired points, such as the ability to shimmy his gun also has an ejected chain of walls and walls along. Generally, the fact remains, however, that everything is to learn and use pleasantly fast.
In addition to pure arms there is also a magic system that allows an over time to obtain additional capabilities (such as curing).
Bad Sight?
What with "Castlevania: Lords of Shadow" is unlike many other games, is the view. The camera angle is namely specified, you do not have the ability to control them yourself. In places, the course leads to the fact that you as a part of a tree is right under your nose and you can not see anything. Just alot of players who are very accustomed to this feature, sure miss it sorely. On the other hand it makes playing easier but since you do not even have to make an additional control, but can fully concentrate on the fighting. The lack of freely adjustable camera is indeed a reason to recommend this game especially for beginners, because it greatly simplifies operation. In addition, ensures a smooth transition of scenes to interactive cinematics. Particularly interesting for newcomers is the fact that the gameplay is very linear. One can the progress of the story itself does not determine, but must follow the prescribed routes.
The film feeling
The film Einspieler are all very high quality. There are very often recorded individual scenes. Be there if you simply falls off his mount, as an introduction to a new scene, or if you have defeated the final boss and sees him fall. Where there is something to show Einspieler were used. So you have to really feel virtually participate in an exciting film. An additional plus is that here very often the rumble feature of the controller is used, so you really get the feeling of being close to the action.
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In addition to the individual struggles of the smaller opponents who encounter an on the way to the increasingly powerful and impressive bosses, there are other things to do. Again and again you come to a point of the game only continues when you crack a particular puzzle. These can be enemies who must be defeated in a certain way, or items that you have to use in a special way. Sometimes you can also move things to clear something free. This aspect of the game makes for a pleasant balance to the battles.
I can hear what you do not hear
Both the speaker and the individual figures would not eingesprochen in German, it is the original English before. Names like Patrick Stewart and Natascha McElhone can be found in the list of those who have lent their voices to the characters. Expectations are so high, but also fully met. And for those who do not have command of English, there is of course faded subtitles. The music is also well done and varied.
A game for all
The game offers the right game mode for beginners as well as professionals. And who 'Castlevania: Lords of Shadow "has already played twice as a professional, even benefits from an even more difficult mode in which it is to discover some additional extras. Basically, one must say that the actual story loses after the first games to appeal.
Conclusion
"Castlevania: Lords of Shadow" is an absolutely successful game that takes advantage of the PlayStation 3 as you want it. The graphics are great, the opponents are many and unique and the operation is intuitive. With the latest game from the Castlevania series you can immerse yourself in a fantasy realm, as it could not be more complex. The battle has begun!
