Info about V Rising - Legacy of Castlevania Premium Pack:

Official game description:
**V Rising: Legacy of Castlevania Premium Pack**
Introducing the **Legacy of Castlevania Premium Pack** in collaboration with Konami Digital Entertainment (KONAMI). This pack includes new cosmetics that allow you to take on the storied aesthetics of hair, clothing, and forms from one of the all-time classic Vampire franchises. Invoke style and indulge in your Castlevania nostalgia alongside the action-packed V Rising experience you’ve come to know and love.
**The Legacy of Castlevania Premium Pack contains:**
**5 Unique Armor Pieces With Alucard’s Regalia**
The complete set can be crafted in-game when you unlock the tailor bench. It costs cloth and coarse thread to make and is purely cosmetic. Using the new armor customization feature, you can don the garb of the Vampire Prince at any level of your Vampire journey.
*   Alucard’s Cloak
*   Alucard’s Coat
*   Alucard’s Leggings
*   Alucard’s Gloves
*   Alucard’s Boots
**3 Unique Shapeshifting Form Variants**
Traverse the open world with the Soul of the Wolf, embody the prodigal Maria Renard to move unnoticed among the realms of man, or spring through the air as the mischievous Flea Man!
*   Wolf Form Variant: Soul of the Wolf
*   Human Form Variant: Glamour of Maria Renard
*   Toad Form Variant: Guise of The Flea Man
**Wall-to-Wall Castlevania Ambience**
Drape your walls, floors, and most valued places of power in the style of Castlevania. Adorn your walls with the sweeping iconography of pristine angelic figures juxtaposed with the bared fangs of the evolved beast of the night wrapped around the head of your bejeweled coffin. Sit on a throne that projects power, shadowed only by the great bat wings cresting each side of its towering frame.
*   Ancient Symphony Coffin
*   Ancient Symphony Throne
*   5 Variants of Ancient Symphony Wallpapers
*   Ancient Symphony Floor Pattern
*   Ancient Symphony Gate (Castle Door with Servant Lock variant)
*   4 Variants of Ancient Symphony Stairs
*   Ancient Symphony Carpet (Corner, End, Straight, T-Section, X-Section)
*   Ancient Symphony Candelabra
*   Ancient Symphony Glass Window - Wraith
*   Ancient Symphony Glass Window - Vampire
*   Ancient Symphony Blood Fountain
*   2 Ancient Symphony Paintings
**Line Your Halls With Figures of Greatness**
Surround yourself with the imagery of regal creatures of the night, stunning heroes, and the hopeless duality of angelic beauty.
*   Ancient Symphony Statue of Alucard
*   Ancient Symphony Statue of Maria
*   Ancient Symphony Evolved Being (Statue)
*   Ancient Symphony Bone Trophy
*   Ancient Symphony Angelic Statue
**One Bespoke Undead Mount**
Ride into battle upon Rowdain's famed skeletal steed and enjoy the delicious irony of bringing your unliving fantasy to life.
Rowdain’s Steed (Saddle)
**New Unique Hairstyles**
Some of these styles might seem familiar to you, and if they don’t, you’ll just have to do a little bit of homework to fully appreciate how good you look.
4 new hairstyles: The Lecarde sisters and two Succubus variants.
**Unlock Castlevania Music Tracks**
Set the tone in your ominous abode with two classic Castlevania themes, “Simon’s Theme” and “Bloody Tears”, reimagined by V Rising composer Aleksandria Migova. This DLC unlocks the music to be played with the Music Box in your castle.
*   Bloody Tears (V Rising Adaptation)
*   Simon’s Theme (V Rising Adaptation)
The items are unlocked when you research or discover equivalent tiers of items in the game as you progress in your adventure. For instance, you will gain access to the Soul of the Wolf variant after defeating the Alpha Wolf and unlocking Wolf Form. In the Vampire Powers menu, there should be arrows that allow you to change the cosmetic on any of the vampire forms if you have them.
**OCTOBER 21 UPDATE: NEW ITEMS**
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In addition to what was already available, this pack has been updated as October 21, 2024 with even more content to deck out your Vampire in decadent Castlevania style.
**New Content for the Legacy of Castlevania DLC Includes:**
**Shanoa Outfit**: Step into the elegant, battle-ready attire of Shanoa, the powerful warrior from Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia. Adorn yourself in her iconic black-and-blue gothic dress, featuring flowing dark fabrics, intricate metallic accents, and a look that exudes mystery and strength. 
**Soma Cruz Outfit**: Embrace the destiny of the prophesied dark lord with the iconic look of Soma Cruz from Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow and Dawn of Sorrow. This outfit features Soma’s signature long white trench coat with striking blue accents, paired with sleek pants and boots. 
**New Castle Walls**
**New Castle Windows**
**New Castle Door**
**New Castle Fence**
**New Castle Paintings**
While you have this DLC, all items unlock and become available in-game to be crafted as you become worthy of crafting equivalent equipment.

Release date: May 8, 2024

Categories: Open-World Survival, Castle Building, Vampire Theme, Castlevania Crossover, Cosmetic Customization, Action RPG, PvE and PvP Modes, Multiplayer

Feature scans:
- MTX: score 15; verdict: Fair - Optional Cosmetic DLC; summary: The reviews provide no evidence of predatory monetization. The game has no premium currency, no in-game shop, and no battle pass. Monetization is limited to optional cosmetic or vanity DLC packs, which some users find overpriced but others support as a way to fund free content updates. Because the game lacks real-money in-game purchases, paid power, loot boxes, or paid convenience, the score is capped in the Fair/Pure range.

- Hardware Profile: No data
Feature extractions:
- Community Price:
  - Community fair range: $20.00 - $30.00
  - Reasoning: The available reviews are all about a paid content pack rather than the base game, so the price signal has to be read indirectly. The consistent theme is that the content is liked but feels overpriced for what it contains, that the value is only acceptable on a discount, and that a lack of expected content at the asking price is disappointing. At the same time, one reviewer says the content is worth buying simply to support the developers, showing genuine goodwill toward the studio and a willingness to pay a moderate amount for the core experience. Taken together, the community tone suggests the base game is considered fair in the mid-to-upper range of indie/survival pricing, roughly $20 to $30, with enthusiasm dipping if the price climbs above that. Because the evidence does not directly discuss the base game price, confidence is low.
- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: N/A
  - Story completion: N/A
  - Session length: N/A
  - Endgame: N/A
  - Reasoning: The 17.5/30-hour quote is tied to Castlevania DLC cosmetic unlocks in V Rising, but it only reports item acquisition milestones and does not state game completion, story completion, a typical session length, or a finished endgame time. The 48-hour and 200-hour quotes are general/base-game playtime statements without completion context and do not refer specifically to the Legacy of Castlevania Premium Pack. Therefore all requested playtime metrics are unsupported and remain null.
- Time-to-fun: No data
- Player Archetypes:
  - Castle Architect & Decorator (buy)
    - Motivation: Creative self-expression by building and decorating elaborate castles
    - Playstyle: Relaxed PvE construction and interior decoration, with cosmetic customization
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: castle builder
    - Reference games: N/A
  - Solo PvE Grinder (buy)
    - Motivation: The satisfying long-term grind and progression in PvE
    - Playstyle: Solo PvE hunting, boss fighting, and resource grinding
    - Experience: mixed
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: PvE player
    - Reference games: N/A
  - Castlevania Franchise Loyalist (buy)
    - Motivation: Franchise nostalgia and living out the Castlevania fantasy
    - Playstyle: Mixed PvE/PvP play focused on thematic crossover content and character roleplay
    - Experience: veteran
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: fan of the franchise
    - Reference games: Castlevania
  - Supportive DLC Patron (buy)
    - Motivation: Supporting the developers and rewarding strong content value
    - Playstyle: Broad engagement across PvE and PvP content and DLC purchases
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: N/A
    - Reference games: N/A


Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- Loved character outfits and skins (weight 0.95): The new outfits, especially Alucard's set, and transformation skins are popular for making characters look cool and allowing customization without affecting stats.
- Extensive castle decorations (weight 0.91): Reviewers love the castle decorations, including furniture, wallpapers, statues, and the ability to transform their castles into something fancy and immersive.
- Excellent value DLC pack (weight 0.89): Many reviewers consider the DLC worth every penny, praising its completeness, quality, and the amount of content provided for the price.
- Customization options and free updates (weight 0.76): The DLC adds a wealth of customization content, including many items for characters and castles, and free updates have expanded these options further.
- Supports developers and future updates (weight 0.74): Reviewers appreciate buying the DLC as a way to support Stunlock Studios, especially since they continue to add free content to the base game and update existing DLC.
- Great Castlevania collaboration (weight 0.7): The DLC is praised as an accurate and detailed homage to the Castlevania franchise, fitting the game's theme perfectly and encouraging players to learn more about the series.
- Beautiful music and soundtrack (weight 0.65): The music, especially the Bloody Tears adaptation, is highly praised for being beautiful, fitting the atmosphere, and enjoyable enough to listen to repeatedly.
- Great building and combat mechanics (weight 0.59): Reviewers enjoy the building system, combat, and overall gameplay, noting it is fun and offers endless possibilities.
- Beautiful aesthetics and atmosphere (weight 0.54): The DLC's visuals and atmosphere are frequently praised for being dark, elegant, and fitting the game's vampire theme perfectly.
- Favorite and recommended DLC (weight 0.54): Several reviewers label this as their favorite DLC for the game and highly recommend it to others.
- High-quality, polished game (weight 0.52): Many reviewers are impressed by the game's quality, polish, and originality, especially considering its early access origins.
- Fun game with multiplayer community (weight 0.48): The game is described as fun, with a satisfying multiplayer community that makes players feel part of something bigger.
- Castlevania-themed cosmetics and items (weight 0.35): The Castlevania-themed cosmetic items, such as the coffin throne and Sif wolf replacement, are liked as nice bonuses.

Common complaints:
- DLC Overpriced and Light on Content (weight 0.53): Multiple clusters criticize the DLC's high price relative to the amount of content provided. Many feel it is expensive for what it offers, similar to Sims 4 DLC pricing, and not worth it for non-fans.
- Buggy Extra Content Update (weight 0.41): The DLC was perfect until an extra content update that came entirely bugged. Since then, the game is all buggy, additional contents do not work, and it crashed half of the game's server.
- General Price Too High (weight 0.35): The overall price is hard to justify for what is offered and is too high for the amount of content. Many find it too expensive for what it is.
- Forms and Skins Not Working (weight 0.32): Players report that reskinning for forms such as wolf, toad, and human does not work, even after re-killing bosses. Purchased skins cannot be changed in-game, and some cosmetics like horse skins are entirely unusable.
- Alucard's Sword Missing (weight 0.31): The Alucard sword is not available for players to use, despite appearing on statues, promo art, and the wolf polymorph skin. Since Simon's whip is obtainable, players view this as an oversight and a missed opportunity.
- Castlevania DLC Broken Features (weight 0.31): The Castlevania Premium Pack isn't working well, with the Alucard suit having no abilities and the music box not working. Verifying files and seeking support did not help for months.
- Cosmetic Matching Issues (weight 0.3): Cosmetic pieces for the castle do not fully match the entire castle piece they are supposed to apply to. The default gray stone looks terribly out of place with DLC columns and stairs, and wallpapers cannot be applied to door frames, affecting completionists.
- Niche Aesthetic Choices (weight 0.27): The hunchback instead of a frog, and a woman instead of a villager, are for a niche taste. Some players would have preferred iconic characters like Gabriel Belmont or Dracula from SOTN.
- Building Space Too Limited (weight 0.24): Players are restricted to a small building area, the castle cannot be expanded, and adjacent plots cannot be connected, limiting creativity.
- Difficulty Finding Skin Options (weight 0.24): The location for character skins is not clear or unknown, making it hard for players to find them in the new UI. The game does not explain how to switch forms, which is tricky.
- Maria's Form Locked (weight 0.23): Maria's look is locked into human form, making her rarely used. The human form's legs look like small toothpicks and she runs weirdly, and the frog form is not really used aside from one or two occasions.
- Music Issues (weight 0.23): Players are not fans of what was done to Bloody Tears and Simon's Theme. Music can fade out halfway through tracks, and volume must be cranked up to hear it.
- No Separate Cosmetic Slot (weight 0.18): There is no separate slot for cosmetic equipment, so players cannot equip cosmetics alongside real armor. This prevents enjoying cool cosmetics in PVE/PVP and limits fashion options.
- Cape Visual Problems (weight 0.17): The cape's fabric twitches when worn, and its cut is not good-looking, falling short of expectations.
- Armor Stats Unhelpful (weight 0.16): The armor being level 1 is not helpful except for end-game fashion. It is seen as just a skin with mediocre stats.
- Missing Balustrade Options (weight 0.1): Until options for balustrades are added, the DLC receives negative reviews. This is a specific missing feature that bothers some players.
- Localization Removed (weight 0.1): Ukrainian localization was removed after release, disappointing players who relied on it.
- Turkey Server Needs Improvement (weight 0.09): The Turkey server needs improvements, indicating regional server performance issues.

Gameplay feedback:
- Cosmetic DLC for Castle Building (weight 0.97): Multiple reviews highlight that the game offers extensive cosmetic options for castle building and decoration, including items like columns, stairs, wallpapers, and furniture. This DLC expands the building system with purely aesthetic elements, allowing players to customize their castles.
- Transformation Skins and Forms (weight 0.93): The game features multiple transformation forms such as wolf, toad, human, and skeleton horse, which can be customized with skins. These skins are unlocked by defeating bosses and can be selected via the vampire powers menu.
- Cosmetic DLC Character Outfits (weight 0.87): The cosmetic DLC includes character outfits such as Alucard's cloak, coat, leggings, gloves, and boots, along with additional hairstyles. These outfits are purely cosmetic and do not affect gameplay stats.
- Cosmetic Nature of DLC (weight 0.76): Many DLCs are purely cosmetic, adding skins, decorations, and music without affecting stats or gameplay. Some players note that these are vanity packs.
- Transmog and Cosmetic Slots (weight 0.45): The game includes a transmog system allowing players to apply any armor appearance via a cosmetic slot. However, cosmetic equipment cannot be equipped alongside real armor.
- Vampire Powers Menu (weight 0.45): Transformations and their skins can be switched through a dedicated vampire powers menu, accessible via ESC or the menu key. This menu also allows selecting soul options.
- Game Modes and Multiplayer (weight 0.4): The game offers PvE and PvP modes, as well as solo play and multiplayer with friends. It also features server-based community building and player domains.
- Castle Decoration and Building Systems (weight 0.36): Players can build and decorate their castles using various cosmetic items, with additional items unlocked through leveling up. The building system is a core feature, supporting base expansion and decoration.
- Character Customization Options (weight 0.34): Players have access to various character customization options including costumes, outfit colors, and hairstyles. There is also a setting to disable headgear by default.
- Combat and Fight Mechanics (weight 0.34): The game features combat with multiple fighting styles, weapons, and abilities themed after Dracula or Alucard. It also includes a traditional level system and equipment level system.
- Large World with Challenges (weight 0.32): The game offers a large map with challenges, hunting under the moon, and growing stronger while the world tries to destroy you. It includes many mechanics and hundreds of hours of content.
- Armor and Equipment System (weight 0.3): The game includes an armor system with cosmetic slots, color options, and equipment levels. Crafted level 1 gear is not supposed to replace armor.
- Cosmetic DLC Music and Materials (weight 0.28): Some DLC packs are strictly cosmetic and include music upgrades or additional materials about the project. These do not affect gameplay.
- Alucard and Dracula Themes (weight 0.27): The game includes content themed after Alucard and Dracula, such as Alucard's armor set and the ability to play as Alucard. The DLC allows players to be Alucard and kill their father again.
- Free Content Updates (weight 0.23): The game receives free updates that add new content such as outfits, items for the castle, and costumes inspired by classic series characters.
- Gameplay Activities and Grinding (weight 0.22): Players can engage in activities such as farming iron, rebuilding their castle, and grinding for progression. The game includes building, hunting, boss fights, and multiplayer.
- DLC Integration and Customization (weight 0.16): DLC can be mixed and matched with other DLCs and styles, allowing for flexible customization. The DLC includes new UI elements and skins.
- Vampire Hunter and Castle Setting (weight 0.15): The game is set in a world involving vampire hunters and Dracula's castle, with factions that evolve and exert pressures on the environment.
- Dye and Glamour System (weight 0.15): The game has a dye and glamour system that allows players to change outfit colors and use other outfits as skins. This system is separate from the transmog system.
- Castle Item Unlocks (weight 0.15): Castle items and transformation skins are unlocked through leveling up and defeating bosses, providing progression-based customization.

Performance notes:
- Buggy post-launch extra content (weight 0.1): Players report that the game has become unstable following the release of additional content. The new update appears to have introduced widespread bugs affecting the overall experience.
- Server crash after update (weight 0.1): The update reportedly caused roughly half of the game's servers to crash. This suggests a severe stability problem tied to the extra content launch.

Recommendations:
- Castlevania fan recommendation (weight 0.59): Multiple reviewers strongly recommend this DLC specifically for Castlevania fans, citing its aesthetic and franchise appeal. Clusters highlight that Castlevania fans will not be disappointed.
- Optional for non-fans (weight 0.23): Reviewers note that the DLC is not necessary for those who do not like Castlevania. It is also considered optional unless you are interested in build mechanics.
- Cosplay and vampire themes (weight 0.23): Fans who enjoy cosplaying as Alucard or want a bit of Castlevania in Vardoran find this DLC recommended. It appeals to enthusiastic vampires and mystical theme lovers.
- Generic positive recommendations (weight 0.21): Many simple, generic statements recommend the DLC without specific reasons. These include 'Go for it,' 'Highly recommended,' and 'Deff recommend it.'
- Bloody Tears BGM worth it (weight 0.18): The rearranged Bloody Tears background music is highlighted as a compelling reason to buy the DLC. Reviewers say the adaptation alone justifies the price.
- Decor and building appeal (weight 0.18): Players who enjoy castle building and interior decorating find this DLC appealing. It is recommended for those wanting to get fancy with decor and for avid builders.
- Worth buying on sale (weight 0.17): Some reviewers suggest purchasing this DLC when discounted, indicating it is more appealing at a lower price. They recommend buying at a discount or waiting for a sale.
- Build sets and mechanics appeal (weight 0.17): Reviewers mention that the DLC is worth it for the build sets, especially for Castlevania fans. However, it may not appeal to those not interested in build mechanics.
- Bundle for cost savings (weight 0.1): One reviewer advises buying the bundle to save money rather than purchasing DLCs individually. This suggests the bundle offers better value.
- Challenge with friends recommended (weight 0.1): One reviewer describes the game as indispensable and challenging, especially recommending it for playing with friends. This highlights the cooperative aspect.
- Negative review for missing balustrade (weight 0.08): A reviewer gave a negative review specifically due to the lack of balustrade options. This points to a desire for additional decorative elements.
- Visual appeal influences purchase (weight 0.08): One reviewer advises getting the DLC if you like what you see in the pictures. This emphasizes the visual aspect as a deciding factor.
- Highly recommended DLC pack (weight 0.08): A reviewer highly recommends this pack without further specifics. This adds to the general positive sentiment.
- Overcome doubts and buy (weight 0.08): A reviewer suggests that if you were thinking of buying but had doubts, you should buy it. This addresses hesitant potential buyers.
- Foolish not to buy (weight 0.08): One extreme statement claims that if you do not buy it, you are a fool. This is a strong but non-specific endorsement.
- Indifferent purchase advice (weight 0.06): One reviewer says 'Buy it or don't,' indicating a neutral stance. This provides little actionable insight.

Other player notes:
- Castlevania-themed cosmetic DLC (weight 0.74): The DLC is a Castlevania-themed collaboration that primarily offers cosmetic items and castle decorations, including skins and an Alucard outfit. It is purely optional and supports the developer while appealing to Castlevania fans.
- DLC value and pricing (weight 0.39): Some players find the DLC slightly pricey, partly due to a licensing fee from Konami. However, it offers a large amount of customization options compared to other games' cosmetics and is often sold in discounted bundles.
- Optional cosmetic pack (weight 0.38): The DLC is entirely optional and consists of cosmetic items such as skins and castle decorations. It provides additional customization without affecting gameplay.
- Free post-release DLC updates (weight 0.36): The developers have added free content to existing DLC packs rather than releasing new paid packs. The Legacy of Castlevania premium pack received free cosmetic updates after release.
- Cosmetics are subjective extras (weight 0.34): The DLC is purely cosmetic and its value is subjective, but many consider it better than other games' offerings. All paid DLC for the game is exclusively cosmetic, consistent with other V Rising DLCs.
- Castlevania crossover details (weight 0.28): The DLC is a Castlevania crossover, inspired by Castlevania and the Dracula hall from the game's finale. It includes an Alucard outfit and other Castlevania-themed cosmetics.
- Multiple DLC packs available (weight 0.24): There are multiple DLC packs released throughout the game's development, including the Legacy of Castlevania pack and Opulence. These packs offer additional cosmetic content.
- DLC includes music and customization (weight 0.24): The pack includes music tracks, hairstyles, outfits, and other customization options. The music track Bloody Tears - V Rising Adaptation is unlocked from the music box in the game.
- Support for future content (weight 0.23): The cosmetic DLC is priced to keep the general game price low and allows free content updates for base game owners. The developers continue to add new free content for the base game.
- DLC content variety (weight 0.23): The pack includes a variety of items such as 4 appearances, 3 statuses, one floor, one carpet, and one wall, along with outfits and decorations. It offers a nice set of stuff for enthusiastic vampires.
- Developer care and quality (weight 0.22): The developers are praised for their care and for updating the existing Legacy of Castlevania DLC rather than releasing a sequel. The game was in early access and has received numerous updates.
- One-time payment model (weight 0.22): The game follows a one-time payment model with no in-game shop, battle pass, or virtual currency. Cosmetic DLC is sold at a set price with a detailed list of contents.
- Music track limitations (weight 0.21): There are only two music tracks in the pack, and Bloody Tears and Simon's Theme are not available for download even if you own the DLC. The soundtrack was promoted before update 1.1.
- Community requests and feedback (weight 0.2): People have been asking to change this for years, and the DLC is a response to that. The reviewer has just scraped the surface and bought it twice, indicating strong support.
- Comparison to other DLC (weight 0.2): The cosmetic set is compared favorably to the DraculaRelics pack, and the horse from the Plague Doctor DLC is considered much more attractive by the reviewer. The DLC pricing model is compared to that of Sims 4 DLC.
- Castlevania IP limitations (weight 0.16): Konami does not do much with the IP beyond crossovers, leading to community discussion about a 'Konami tax'. The game is based on another company's IP, so a percentage of the revenue goes to licensing fees.
- Game content and longevity (weight 0.15): The game provides hundreds of hours of content, with free updates adding new items. Players can enjoy a bit of Castlevania in Vardoran.
- Game description and genre (weight 0.14): The game is a mix of vampires, slaughtering people, and The Sims. It is compared to the Castlevania series as a homage.
- Localization and availability (weight 0.14): The game previously had Ukrainian localization. The DLC pack is a Castlevania game and is available for purchase.

Emotions:
- Satisfaction (weight 0.17): Players feel satisfied because the DLC offers extensive cosmetic content and customization options that significantly improve the castle's appearance and overall atmosphere. Many consider the pack worth the price, praising the music, decorations, and the promised value delivered.
- Disappointment (weight 0.11): Disappointment arises from missing iconic content such as Alucard's sword, lack of abilities for the Alucard suit, and localization issues. Players also cite overpricing, bugs after updates, and limitations like the inability to equip cosmetics with real armor.
- Appreciation (weight 0.08): Appreciation stems from the beautiful new soundtrack that fits the vampire atmosphere, the Castlevania-themed cosmetics, and free content updates. Players value the developers' ongoing support and the opportunity to back a game they love.
- Frustration (weight 0.07): Frustration is caused by technical issues such as bugs, crashes, and non-functional DLC features like the music box and reskins. Additionally, lack of balustrade options, inability to equip cosmetics with armor, and forced PvP contribute to this emotion.
- Enthusiasm (weight 0.06): Enthusiasm is driven by high-quality cosmetics, Castlevania references, and the game's dark, elegant, and addictive nature. Players particularly enjoy the Alucard set, wolf form with dangling sword, and the unique mix of vampires, combat, and simulation elements.
- Admiration (weight 0.06): Admiration is expressed for the exceptionally beautiful Bloody Tears adaptation, high-quality furniture, and the DLC as a great homage to the Castlevania series. The dedicated developers and majestic sets like Dracula's Relics also earn praise.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.04): Enjoyment comes from fun fighting styles, weapons, and a great building system, as well as extra building pieces for the castle. Players report having fun, especially in solo PVE, and find the game well-polished and enjoyable.
- Excitement (weight 0.04): Excitement is fueled by recent updates adding costumes and decorations from classic Castlevania characters, the Bloody Tears music, and the collaboration itself. Players also look forward to PvP due to the excellent combat system.
- Love (weight 0.03): Love is felt for the game and the developers' care, especially when playing with friends, as well as for the abilities, moves, outfits, and forms. Fans also love the Castlevania franchise and the game's accuracy to it.
- Confusion (weight 0.02): Confusion arises from unclear UI and mechanics, such as being unable to change to the white wolf skin after purchase, not knowing where to find character skins, and inability to use DLC forms despite defeating the boss again. The removal of Ukrainian localization also contributes.
- Support (weight 0.02): Support is motivated by the developers' behavior, particularly the free update, and a desire to back the developers by purchasing the DLC.
- Dislike (weight 0.02): Dislike is directed at specific cosmetic elements, such as the horse cosmetic not appealing to some and the human form's toothpick-like legs and weird running animation.
- Gratitude (weight 0.02): Gratitude is expressed for the game and DLC, with players wanting to thank the developers by buying a skin pack.
- Mild frustration (weight 0.02): Mild frustration stems from difficulty in finding skins in the new UI and figuring out how to change form skins.
- Mild disappointment (weight 0.02): Mild disappointment is due to the DLC being perceived as a bit overpriced.
- Dissatisfaction (weight 0.01): Dissatisfaction is caused by cosmetic pieces for the castle not fully matching the entire castle piece they are meant to apply to.
- Immersion (weight 0.01): Immersion is achieved as the DLC allows players to feel the spirit of Castlevania.
- Amusement (weight 0.01): Amusement comes from the DLC's premise of being Alucard and killing your father again, which is described as absolutely hilarious.
- Poignancy (weight 0.01): Poignancy is felt because the DLC's concept is described as weirdly poetic and slightly tragic.
- Desire (weight 0.01): Desire is expressed as a wish for a Richter outfit to be included in the DLC.}