@@EnZo1rst I initially just searched this channel, but I could not find the video that way because it was unlisted. However, I did find a Reddit post that included a link. To help others find it more easily, here is a link: th-cam.com/video/l2mvKlepUg4/w-d-xo.html
Love your page man. I watch it often. Takes me back! I am 37 and used to play these games all of the time! Bad ass to see them and hear that music! Oh and your speed runs are holy crap amazing!
Oh hell yeah. 1, 2, and 3 each introduced a great opening track (Vampire Killer from 1, Bloody Tears from 2, and Beginning from 3) and plenty of great supporting tracks as well. Some of my fave video game music of all time, check out metal versions as well if you're into that. ;)
been learning from this run and also started watching yoour streams. when i saw the burrito speedrun i was like oh shit i knew i recognized this guy. God bless ya homie you are one of a kind for sure
I was born in 1983 . I remember playing this game when i was 3 or 4 years old..I have a brother who is 8 years older than me..He had a Nintendo and sega and games ..Watching you play brings back memories ..Id rather watch you play than me ever play these games again..You should do Renegade..
I closed Twitch probably minutes before this happened, so I missed it. HUGE congrats on squeezing even more out of your already-exceptional PB! Putting Castlevania to rest for a while with this time is wonderful and something to be proud of! Great run, and hard earned! The only problem is when you come back to this game, this is going to be a tough time to beat!
I remember castlevania from my young days. Being the most unforgiving game with no save or level restart. I never finished it. Well done timeracing it and hats off to you SIR! And btw nice hat and that huge drinking vessel of yours 🍺
Argus, you the man. Been watching ur videos since it popped up on my phone. You're amazing at all the games you play. Nintendo my favorite game system. Love it
Wow, learned so much in this. One of my all time favorite games and so many tricks to learn still! Gonna have to look into how you ohko the bat and mummies! Fantastic work!
I posted 3 days ago saying I can't beat this game after watching this video a billion times and some praying I finally beat it and you make it look to easy lol I been trying for 30 years
This guy absolutely deserves a million subs! Other gamers wont stfu while playing and you cant enjoy the game. Its annoying as hell! But this guy is great! 👍
Some people are just naturally gifted at these things. I use to play this game all the time when It came out as a kid. Played it for years everyday after school for like 3-5 hours a night. I never even beat the game. Still can't beat this game as an adult. And here this fucking guy is breezing through it like nothing. SKILLZ
You make it look so easy then i get all fired up to go give it a try and get rekt lol. Great videos man you seem like an outstanding man. Edit- your mustache is legendary
I beat this game back in 1986 took me about a month of playing it every damn day, and for this guy, beating the game in 12 minutes flat would be a disgrace.
I watched your Ninja Gaiden run and thought this dude is awesome... BUT I would have gave you a run for your money playing this game when I was a teenager,, I can remember smashing this game 4 times in one hour,, I showed my friends how to beat the different bosses using different weapons,, meaning I fought each boss 4 different times, using a different weapon each time,, speed running wasn’t much of a big thing back in late 80’s & early 90’s ... but I was pretty fast back then,,, GREAT JOB COWBOY,, I really enjoy watching your runs
Really like your retro video game runs makes me wish I could play them hopefully they bring them to the switch. Anyways hope you keep the videos coming man awesome work!!!
It's insane how there are only a few levels. Playing this game as a kid back in the 80's it seemed like double the amount. Wish I had known about strategies on how to defeat the bosses without much effort. Would've saved me a ton of time and a few heartaches. Then again maybe those challenges are part of the fun. I would've impressed my friends with those wizard techniques but the struggles built long lasting memories of my childhood I spent with my brother.
I know of a secret to one of the Castlevania games from when I was a kid, I do NOT remember which game specifically it was, but if I remember correctly; in 1 of the games there is a secret path to the final boss of the game. Not sure if this is something the community knows about or not, but I have NEVER heard or read ANYWHERE else about this. Maybe this is well known, maybe it isn't, maybe it will change speedruns in the game (once it is found to be which game it is). Now, at the very start of the game, if you just go left or right (you much go the same direction the entire time without going the opposite direction) so many times, it will take you directly to the final boss of the game. I am almost positive this was a secret path to the final boss of 1 of the games. And I feel I remember it being 7 times (going 7 screens over in the same direction without going back the opposite direction). There is a slight chance it could have been for another game I played, but I am almost positive it is for Castlevania. Correct me if I am wrong. Thanks all.
You sure did a shit load of damage to dracula in the beginning. I cant get anywhere near that. Also you had a good drop of the three shot when grabbing the holy water. I've never had that kind of luck. Good run!
So, I Researched This. > The Bat Boost Needs You To React In 1/13th Of A Second, After Standing On The Edge Of The Staircase Block. Even A Fraction-loss, Can Cause You To Undershoot, Or Bounce You Back To Same Spot, Or All Together Miss. > The Vampire Bat Bzzzzt...... This One's Tough. I See The Stairs As 0-1-2-3-And The Block As Stair Complete. You Stand Half The Staircase, Then Move Up To 3/4th The Stair Case, And While You Execute The Attack, It Takes About 0.565 - 0.65 Seconds (I Maybe Inaccurate, But That's The Least I Can Calculate/Predicate), But The Collision Should Happen Between The Time Of Execution And Standstill, Which Here, It's About 0.265 Seconds Past The Attack Animation, Leading To A Perfect Critical. I Think I'm Doing This Right.
![[TAS] NES Castlevania by Challenger & eien86 in 10:12.13](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/nIs4cuMhNbU/mqdefault.jpg)
Arcus you are like the Bob Ross of gaming. It's crazy you fly through games that I couldn't even get far in. Awesome work.
almost
Damn it was goin to just say that
@@Dave96939 Almost what?
@@jeremyc9593 They have calming voice and wear jeans,
i cant tell anything else in common
Yes, I was honestly just about to type the same. I've been binging these today and was thinking that.
This is the attitude required for nes speedruns - cool, calm precision. I rage and get way too punchy to ever be a speed runner.
@Mama's Little Man carsenagin hahahah
This guy is a Nes Legend. Seen many of his vid's. He makes the games look easy.
Keep the Klunks coming!
Just discovered your channel, and you're legit the most american guy i've ever seen. Love it !
A cowboy that defeats dracula. I'm subbed! Thank you for being a speedrunner with personality. Big win!
Still one of the best soundtracks for a video game.
His laughter and excitement at the end of this run was genuinely wholesome!
You should see his Ninja Gaiden 11:38.632 finish. It's even better!
@@electronsauce Link?
agiar2000 search for it
@@EnZo1rst
I initially just searched this channel, but I could not find the video that way because it was unlisted. However, I did find a Reddit post that included a link. To help others find it more easily, here is a link:
th-cam.com/video/l2mvKlepUg4/w-d-xo.html
🙄
On this guy's tombstone it's gonna say, "And... Klunk!"
"Good klunk" don't forget the second line!
Sqweesh for the Mario Games
Bsssssstt
Finally, I learnt that word.
no, because this guy will never die. he'll just skip the death animation with a glitch or something..
"Video games make people violent!!!" Arcus: "That's a good squeesh."
i watch these things feeling very productive about my time
Love your page man. I watch it often. Takes me back! I am 37 and used to play these games all of the time! Bad ass to see them and hear that music! Oh and your speed runs are holy crap amazing!
The "hit me so I can jump higher" move is sweet.
This guy is a straight up 2-d gaming beast.
It took me 25 years to beat this. Your a damn surgeon, incredible play.
This guy bottles up all the emotions until the very last clunk. lol
I forgot how 🔥 Castlevania soundtrack was!
Lit
Oh hell yeah. 1, 2, and 3 each introduced a great opening track (Vampire Killer from 1, Bloody Tears from 2, and Beginning from 3) and plenty of great supporting tracks as well. Some of my fave video game music of all time, check out metal versions as well if you're into that. ;)
been learning from this run and also started watching yoour streams. when i saw the burrito speedrun i was like oh shit i knew i recognized this guy. God bless ya homie you are one of a kind for sure
I was born in 1983 . I remember playing this game when i was 3 or 4 years old..I have a brother who is 8 years older than me..He had a Nintendo and sega and games ..Watching you play brings back memories ..Id rather watch you play than me ever play these games again..You should do Renegade..
I can beat this game in under a half-hour, but there are a lot of tricks revealed here that I didn't even know were possible!
I closed Twitch probably minutes before this happened, so I missed it. HUGE congrats on squeezing even more out of your already-exceptional PB! Putting Castlevania to rest for a while with this time is wonderful and something to be proud of! Great run, and hard earned! The only problem is when you come back to this game, this is going to be a tough time to beat!
"Someone needs to leave the stream for a World Record to Happen"
Can anyone imagine this guy as AGENT 47..
Kills victim... Body hits the floor.. annn KLUNK
And while killing victim, "mash, mash mash..."
I remember castlevania from my young days. Being the most unforgiving game with no save or level restart. I never finished it.
Well done timeracing it and hats off to you SIR!
And btw nice hat and that huge drinking vessel of yours 🍺
Argus, you the man. Been watching ur videos since it popped up on my phone. You're amazing at all the games you play. Nintendo my favorite game system. Love it
This game is such a classic game if there's ever a hall of fame for video games this one gotta be on it.
I never managed to beat this, even though it was the first game I ever bought with my own money. Amazing.
I would just love to see an outtake compilation of all the screw ups.
My inner 90s child is yelling " this guy is my hero "
Simply, an amazing speed run... Keep up the good work, cowboy!
Fantastic work! :) Arcus, you're truly a talented gamer.
Always a good moment to see Arcus so happy. GG dude!
The speed run cowboy you are awesome
Okay. This is impressive. Bravo.
Wow, learned so much in this. One of my all time favorite games and so many tricks to learn still! Gonna have to look into how you ohko the bat and mummies! Fantastic work!
My heart was POUNDING during the last battle. Awesome run!
Now I know why I struggled with nes games I just didn't use the CLUNK
I was literally just thinking the other day “I bet Arcus would also be good at speed running Castlevania” Great run man 😂
Dude I think you are officially my all time favorite speedrunner.
Walking through like he owns the place. I remember getting my ass handed to me in these games
Every single one of his videos someone says hes the bob ross of speedrunning
There's a strategy to getting fewer points it seems, so the end level tally takes less time. interesting.
I need to try some of these techniques. He made that hall of doom look like a cake walk.
I don't know what that is but just from playing before i assume that's the pre grim reaper hallway?
Elias Akkerman yes, that’s correct.
Practice practice practice. You practice until you get it right. Then you practice until you can't get it wrong.
Well done my gaming brother!
I posted 3 days ago saying I can't beat this game after watching this video a billion times and some praying I finally beat it and you make it look to easy lol I been trying for 30 years
I've never seen a cowboy play so many video games. They're usually to busy drinking whiskey and listening to country music.
This guy absolutely deserves a million subs! Other gamers wont stfu while playing and you cant enjoy the game. Its annoying as hell! But this guy is great! 👍
I love this guy's work. I'm glad he can make living this way.
Never seen this game klunked so fast in my life. Great job.
Great run Arcus! It was awesome to be watching the stream when you nailed that 2 cycle dracula! Congrats! GG
GG! very cool watching someone be pro and very calm at the same time
Just subscribed yesterday. Really enjoying watching your runs.
You are the BEST arcus! Saludos desde España
Would love to see Arcus expand his gameplay to SNES and Genesis games.
Some people are just naturally gifted at these things. I use to play this game all the time when It came out as a kid. Played it for years everyday after school for like 3-5 hours a night. I never even beat the game. Still can't beat this game as an adult.
And here this fucking guy is breezing through it like nothing. SKILLZ
One of my favorite series,,Great skills Arcus 👍🎮
I dont celebrate Arbor day anymore its arcus day in my book
I’m so worried that the next time my girlfriend and I are doing stuff I’m gonna say “and clonk” at the end
"Squeesh! Good squeesh..."
You make it look so easy then i get all fired up to go give it a try and get rekt lol. Great videos man you seem like an outstanding man.
Edit- your mustache is legendary
I beat this game back in 1986 took me about a month of playing it every damn day, and for this guy, beating the game in 12 minutes flat would be a disgrace.
I watched your Ninja Gaiden run and thought this dude is awesome... BUT I would have gave you a run for your money playing this game when I was a teenager,, I can remember smashing this game 4 times in one hour,, I showed my friends how to beat the different bosses using different weapons,, meaning I fought each boss 4 different times, using a different weapon each time,, speed running wasn’t much of a big thing back in late 80’s & early 90’s ... but I was pretty fast back then,,, GREAT JOB COWBOY,, I really enjoy watching your runs
when I saw the Time I just had to see how you did it. Great Job dude you're awesome.
Arcus is from this era when video games was die and retry a lot....between 88 and 93.... 😢 i feel nostalgic.
Well done - awesome to see the happiness at the end in real time - STAY SAFE
Simon and richter are in Smash now
A lot of old games your character stays in the middle of the screen so everything is basically timed if you jump etc at just the right moment
Man that music always makes me think of playing my Cousin’s copy whenever the family gatherings happened at Grand Parents house.
This one was impressive...so much going on! I never watch speedruns but, hey, thanks man.
Do you use an emulator for this or hardware? WHat's the best NES emulator?
Such determination. Good job, Arcus!
I am new to the channel, but I find the "clunks" and "bzzs" so satisfying
A real hero wears hat and mustaches ❤️
Ahh, I've played this chapter before. I usually use Soma to Yorick glitch up the wall at the beginning and have drac beat in mere minutes.
Really like your retro video game runs makes me wish I could play them hopefully they bring them to the switch. Anyways hope you keep the videos coming man awesome work!!!
Softmod a Wii.
This guy was born to end NES games lives!!
Your a national treasure sir, the true bad ass cowboy of gaming
Had to subscribe to your channel, awesome watching you play and beat these games so fast.
Arcus. You help me manage my depression
Great work man! Glad you finally got that cool 2 cycle in a run.
Fan-bloody-tastic!! Another childhood memory shattered!
This run is an amazing work of art
Nice run! This was fun to watch!
I would have never guessed a guy who dressed like this played classic speedruns.
I’m impressed on how he makes it look so easy
Konami and Capcom- best music in retro gaming and Sunsoft's "Batman". What an era!!
In my childhood, I used cry to the Stage 09 song because I thought it sounded sad 😔
I've been saying "aaaand klunk" a lot so now my kids are saying it haha 😂
It's insane how there are only a few levels. Playing this game as a kid back in the 80's it seemed like double the amount. Wish I had known about strategies on how to defeat the bosses without much effort. Would've saved me a ton of time and a few heartaches. Then again maybe those challenges are part of the fun. I would've impressed my friends with those wizard techniques but the struggles built long lasting memories of my childhood I spent with my brother.
Very good congratulations.
Handling that hat
Beautiful gameplay 🖤🖤🖤
And boop
Happy little jump right there
One of the best vids on the internet ✨
That is some damn fine Castlevaniaing.
I know of a secret to one of the Castlevania games from when I was a kid, I do NOT remember which game specifically it was, but if I remember correctly; in 1 of the games there is a secret path to the final boss of the game. Not sure if this is something the community knows about or not, but I have NEVER heard or read ANYWHERE else about this. Maybe this is well known, maybe it isn't, maybe it will change speedruns in the game (once it is found to be which game it is). Now, at the very start of the game, if you just go left or right (you much go the same direction the entire time without going the opposite direction) so many times, it will take you directly to the final boss of the game. I am almost positive this was a secret path to the final boss of 1 of the games. And I feel I remember it being 7 times (going 7 screens over in the same direction without going back the opposite direction). There is a slight chance it could have been for another game I played, but I am almost positive it is for Castlevania. Correct me if I am wrong. Thanks all.
I guess Paula Cole can rest easy now knowing all the cowboys didn’t disappear. They simply went inside to become retro-gaming masters.
And they say "Klonk" instead of "Doo-doodoo. Doo-doodoo. Doo-doodoo."
NO! NO! PUT THAT DOWN! You put Paula Cole back where you found her!
So you finish Ninja Gaiden in the same amount of time you finish Castlevania :D nice
Awesome run Arcus! but at 1:35, when you said "that's a good BLZZ!", I'm like " this isn't ninja gaiden!" but oh well, that was a great run. :)
Thought the same mate haha
Same )
You sure did a shit load of damage to dracula in the beginning. I cant get anywhere near that. Also you had a good drop of the three shot when grabbing the holy water. I've never had that kind of luck. Good run!
Hey man, i know how hard this game is, you are a GOD well done :)
Any chance you would do castlevania 3?
Castlevania soundtrack is amazing
So, I Researched This.
> The Bat Boost Needs You To React In 1/13th Of A Second, After Standing On The Edge Of The Staircase Block. Even A Fraction-loss, Can Cause You To Undershoot, Or Bounce You Back To Same Spot, Or All Together Miss.
> The Vampire Bat Bzzzzt...... This One's Tough. I See The Stairs As 0-1-2-3-And The Block As Stair Complete. You Stand Half The Staircase, Then Move Up To 3/4th The Stair Case, And While You Execute The Attack, It Takes About 0.565 - 0.65 Seconds (I Maybe Inaccurate, But That's The Least I Can Calculate/Predicate), But The Collision Should Happen Between The Time Of Execution And Standstill, Which Here, It's About 0.265 Seconds Past The Attack Animation, Leading To A Perfect Critical.
I Think I'm Doing This Right.