This was an excellent game, which rejuvenates not only the Castlevania series, but 2D gaming as well. Back to the 8 bit nintendo roots, but with updated graphics. Excellent gameplay. Enjoyed the DSS cards for abilities. The only drawback of this game is that it was so dark, and combine that to the wonderful lighting qualities of the gba, it was hard to play at times. But this game is well worth finding a good light source to try. Or an excellent excuse to get an afterburner installed on your gba.