I've been watching a lot of these videos and I think they're all really good. It appeals to well written, well edited sensibilities. I think the opinions are well balanced without putting on a clown show to draw attention. It's really a shame that these SNES drunk videos have only gotten a few thousand views each. It's genuinely good content.
@@Liquidcadmus I feel like he was referring to AVGN with that remark, which is a bit unfair because they are two totally different types of content creators, with their own niches, fanbases, and expectations.
@@zenmastakilla hand't thought it meant AVGN, there's others that are really cringy and annoying, but James Rolfe I like, although he is goofy, he's alright, and his movie commentary and such is very well thought out each time. guys that irritate the hell out of me are the nostalgia critic and other guys like that, which make insane jump cuts and over acting, stuff directed to preteens with ADD and the like
One of the best games of all time. When it came out it really pushed the limits of graphics and gameplay and still is impressive. I agree on the music too. Fantastic. Great review.
@@walidbigboss3465 Best? no, way too many issues with the game, most subweapons are pointless due to how OP the whip actually is. Fantastic game though.
This game was an awesome surprise on the Super Nintendo during it's early years, I remember someone lending it to me when all I had to play was Super Mario World, and Pilotwings and I was totally blown away by how well it was put together, the visuals, the music, simply put the variety in the levels, and the subtle graphic effects that mode 7 allowed. Miss this time when Konami was definitely on their A game.
Well said. What always bothers me is when people say that the 8-way whip makes the game too easy and broken. I love Castlevania I and III as much as this one, but for different reasons. Sure, Castlevania IV isn't as hard as I and III, but few games are. It still has challenge and this game is more about enjoying a bunch of levels (of which this game has a TON).
These guys probably just repeat what others say without trying the game for themselves. Sure, if you go really slow, the whip is enough. As one gets better, it becomes crystal clear that you need the tripple-shot cross to move fast.
I feel the same sentiment. It's especially weird when you consider that the series really had no standard of orthodoxy to begin with. Look how different Simon's Quest was, and after SCIV the series went off in a totally different direction of endless (and diminishing) SOTN clones. What's also funny is listening to friends trash an otherwise incredibly solid game for de-emphasizing the sub weapons, and then go on to defend the "more traditional" trash pile of flaws that is Castlevania X on snes. 😋
Nice to see videogame reviews which are enthusiastic and take the games serious. It`s rare to find really good reviews. Most shows or reviews are just for nostalgic reasons or the usual comedy stuff. You do a really good job. :)
I'd like to disagree, will make a list as example: Early: Super Mario World (1990) +Actraiser (1990) -F-Zero (1990) Super Castlevania IV (1991) The Legend of Zelda: Link to the Past (1991) -Final Fantasy IV (1991) Super Mario Kart (1992) Contra III (1992) -Final Fantasy V (1992) Average: Super Mario All-Stars (1993) Star Fox (1993) -Secret of Mana (1993) Megaman X (1993) Breath of Fire (1993) Breath of Fire II (1994) The Firemen (1994) Final Fantasy VI (1994) -EarthBound (1994) Super Metroid (1994) Donkey Kong Country (1994) Megaman X2 (1994) Late: Donkey Kong Country 2 (1995) Megaman X3 (1995) Megaman 7 (1995) Chrono Trigger (1995) Trials of Mana (1995) Terranigma (1995) Lufia II (1995) Yoshi Island (1995) -Tales of Phantasia (1995) +Tetris Attack (1995) +Donkey Kong Country 3 (1996) Kirby Super Star (1996) Super Mario RPG (1996) Marvelous (1996) -Star Ocean (1996) Megaman & Bass (1998!) As opposed to 1994 and 1995, there isn't many classic status games at the range of 1990 1991 and 1992. I added a - sign to games that are considered classics but personally I don't really see why (or do but can't enjoy them), and a + to those others might say "why is this in the list" while in my personal taste I find them classics Hope someone reads this because I spent like half hour making this lmao, I even got a test tomorrow
This game has the perfect amount of challenge for me. It's not stupidly difficult like 1,3, Dracula X and Rondo, nor is it laughably easy like 2 and SotN. People who say the whip makes it too easy have no idea what they're talking about.
Only one lame thing about Castlevania IV. In the U.S. instruction manual, it lists the different enemies. Those dancing ghosts are named Paula Abghoul and Fred Escare.
Same here. I actually found this game in the used games bin at Walmart when I was 8 years old. It only came in a white cardboard cartridge holder and shrink-wrapped. No manual or anything, so I was going in blind. This game blew me away as a kid. Felt like I found a treasure that day. :)
That part where he said “you don’t want to play the melody all time” I felt that. This game is brutal. This channel alone needs more views up there with mjr and and avgn. This is definitely a great channel I know this video maybe old but the passion in this amazing
No, you're not. I think this is the best castlevania ever made maybe tied with SOTN of course. SOTN is a masterpiece, but I think this was for its time too. Just what style do you prefer. This game was masterfully done. The graphics/levels/music
Let me address a point of contention here: the controls. That's the same thing with every Castlevania title prior to Symphony of the Night. However, only in IV could you change your jump-direction in mid-air. This excludes Grant's jump in Castlevania III. Also, I have no problem with the later levels of the game. They take cues from the NES titles but put their own spin on them too. You're not hanging from grapple points through a clock tower or running from a death saw in the NES titles either. I've been in my fair share of minor debates with fans of Castlevania III and Rondo of Blood. Yet no matter what anyone says, Super Castlevania IV will always be my favorite game of the originals.
Much like SMW was a warmed over SMB3, SCV4 was a great showcase for the CV traits we loved on NES. Its whip mech remains genius & very satisfying gameplay. Instead of re-inventing the wheel, its level design & very cool bosses more than made up for its NES callback play.
The limp whip spaz attack move is more useful than most know. Hold whip down then Dpad to diagonal up, it becomes an iron wall no projectile can break. During thrbDeath Fight when he's floating throwing sythes, just hold whip straight up in the left corner of the screen, he can't hurt you during this
Every time I pop this awesome game In my original SNES, It’s takes me back to my 1990 Christmas when I first got my SNES console, & 15 games along with It… I just love that Nostalgic feeling Super Castlevania always gives me… When we had no stress, & no worries being a kid, & accomplishing beating that game that was your biggest challenge as a kid…
This game came out at the perfect time in 1991. I was going through a tough time and got this game a day or two after Christmas at a flea market when none of the retailers near me had it yet. My friends and I would stay up until 2:00 am trying to finish the game. This game was a fantastic escape from my troubles and is my favorite in the Castlevania series.
The sound track to this game is superior. It creates a lavish ambiance and really puts a person into a certain mindset. Perfect game to play on a chilly autumn day, when it's overcast.
I'm happy to say that I was there when this first came out during the super early US SNES days and I can say that it was mind blowing then. There just wasn't anything like that out there in late 1991, not even close. The graphics were amazing and like mentioned in your video, the soundtrack is one of the best soundtracks ever made on any system. The fact that this game is still so good decades later is proof of its being a masterpiece.
Of all the games on the SNES mini classic, I’ve sunk the most time into this game, and that’s saying a lot given the library of games on the mini. I never had the cart, never rented it, but played an emulated copy a long time ago and only the first couple levels (SNES games, especially platformers, are not the best on a PC keyboard). I started playing this on the SNES mini and loved it. You’re absolutely right, the music is great in this game. The creepy ambient music before you enter the castle is great, but then that first song hits after you enter and you can’t help being pumped up to whip some monsters. Great SNES game, great Castlevania game.
I have fond memories of playing this game at my best friend's house every Halloween night once we were done trick-or-treating. There hasn't been a Castlevania game like it since, which is a damn shame. Castlevania IV was really one of those early SNES games that tried to show off what the console could do. It was almost too powerful for the system at times. I wish Konami would release an HD remaster that fixes the slowdown and enhances the music just a bit.
This game has such a unique atmosphere, I absolutely love it. Except for the damn random spikes in the dungeon/torture chamber level. But yeah, it's definitely one of the top 10 on the SNES. Maybe even of all time.
@@michaelscarn4036 I first tried this game on an emu, but doing it on real hardware(snes, not an emu box) was like a spiritual experience. The best part is that, because of the password system, you can start on one and continue on the other. The control and sound really make the jump worth it.
Great video! All your videos inspire me to pick up the controller and beat games I couldn't in the past. Just beat this one thanks to your advice about staying patient. It feels awesome!!!
Back in 2018 my then brand new twitch channel did a Halloween special of streaming Super Castlevania 4 off of my SNES classic. it was quite a blast as I actually wasn't expecting the play through the whole game in one sitting but I managed to do so anyways and had so much fun doing it
Nailed it. This game is and will always be awesome. Konami sure put out a lot of top quality games. This is probably my favorite soundtrack of any SNES title. That stage 8 torture dungeon level music always gets me amped with the drums. I must listen to it now.
My brother bought me this game for Christmas when it came out. He wrote on the box something that made me think it was Street Fighter 2 and I was really excited then a little disappointed when I opened it. But then I played it, loved it and I can only look back with great nostalgia. The music is so good and I think the composer deserves some kind of 'greatest game music of all time' award.
I kinda wish this had more mechanics like Castlevania III (like, multiple playable characters), but this is definitely an early SNES game that really showed off the technical aspects of the console while still being an incredible and well-designed and FUN game. The Mode 7 barrel level is basically a mic drop on the Genesis.
I always loved the Castlevania series, from the first game on NES all the way through to the excellent DS games. With “Castlevania II: Simon’s Quest” and “Symphony of the Night” being two favorites. (I know “Simon’s Quest” has major issues, but back in like 1988-1989, it blew my 8-year-old mind). But for some reason I never played “Super Castlevania IV”! I only got games on my birthday or Christmas and I never got that one and none of my friends had it for me to borrow. I’ve heard nothing but great things about it and just recently purchased it on the 3DS eshop.
Your criticism of the last few levels being just remakes from earlier games is simply untrue. Sure, classic music is remixed but the stages themselves are all original. While some of the settings are used consistently throughout the series like the Clock Tower and Castle Entrance, the levels that are built around these settings are almost always different.
Sorry about that. I just wanted to clarify that. You're video is great overall though. I just discovered you today and have already watched and loved many of your videos. :)
It did bring some ideas from previous games. The first level inside the castle is a remake of Castlevania1 first stage. The gear with spikes above it at Clock Tower, before the moving rings, has the same platforming trap that a section of Dracula's Curse clocktower has. You can see it in AVGN's video about the game: he fell for it and made fun of it.
I’m not a hardcore Castlevania fan, but I must admit, Super Castlevania IV is one of my favourite games ever. I think it’s such a masterpiece on so many levels. Even playing it today with a modern tv and sound system...it’s still so impressive. The production value has really stood the test of time.
Yeah I mean, you've got a point with the knockback physics, but I can't really criticize the game for that, seeing as it's a staple in the Castlevania series. At least, classicvania. I haven't played much of SOTN, so I forget if it has it. But yeah, the first three games had knockback, so it's more of a feature of games than a flaw. Other than that it's arguably the smoothest playing classicvania ever. You've got some actual air control now, an eight directional whip on top of all the sub weapons you have at your disposal. The levels themselves are fun, albeit a little on the easy side in comparison to the previous games. But then, with as much control as we're afforded in this game, it's natural for levels to be a little easier. It's still challenging however. The later stages, like the blood swamp, are legitimately hard I like the variety of environments too. You've got the courtyard, barn, and woods from the first few stages, a cave, a dungeon, the swamp, the castle walls, an Atlantis themed level, clocktower, a library, the treasure room. They're not all that spooky, but they have charm. I also love the atmosphere and music of the Dracula fight. I like that Dracula doesn't just transform into huge monster, he just uses a variety of different attacks, such as the skeleton flames, energy balls, lightning. The whole fight felt pretty epic. Othrr bosses were okay, but they didn't last very long. You could take most of them out in a matter of seconds. tl;dr this is my favorite Castlevania alongside the first one. It did a wonderful job of reimagining the first game, and revolutionized controls in the franchise. Even Bloodlines took a few notes from it, as Belmont can whip in more dirctions than just one in the game.
Absolutely on point about the music. The music of the Castlevania games is top notch; some of the best in all of video games. I can't think of any other games whose music I'd prefer, that don't start with "Sonic" or "Mega Man."
Such a great game... This game was locked into my SNES until I completed it. I listen to the first level soundtrack anytime I have to go ward off evil somewhere
@@mjorge0alves Yes, I don't consider any game 100% complete until I do so. As far as Konami games go, Sunset Riders is one of the ones I have not yet been able to beat on hard mode...
Haa! The first time i saw what you could do with the whip in this one i was in Love. Always wished i could hit faster with it in the older Castlevania games so just holding it out there to damage enemies or defend yourself plus getting to waggle it in all directions was Awesome. 😄👍
As a Sega turned PlayStation turned Nintendo kid growing up I never experienced the Ninty games of old. I've pre ordered a Snes Mini and now I'm researching what games to play first. Any ideas? Maybe a video about what games you think are best and what games people should play first? Metroid followed by Castlevania? Or maybe the other way around. Let me know. Looking forward to your breakdown.
Even though i loved the game when i originally played when it released i found it to be a step back from castlevania 3 on the nes since it did not have multiple paths or characters but still one of my favorites.
Pretty sure it was this video which made me fall in love with the SNES. Once I realized there was more to it than Nintendo titles, the the door blew wide open.
Dracula is too easy. Needs more secrets. Shouldn't have dropped multiple paths/characters. Still top 3 SNES game for me. Just replayed it, way harder than I remember. Probably because back then I was used to Castlevania 3 which is brutal. Great video.
Will it be ok to start playing the Castlevania series with this game? I only have a SNES for a home console. I actually collect boxed Gameboy games and I have Belmont's revenge, harmony of dissonance and aria of sorrow, all complete in box. Haven't played any of them yet, I'm mostly a collector. But I want to get back into playing the games as well. Edit: or should I get the very first Castlevania that they re released for the gba, the classic NES series?
This is the perfect one to start with. It's my favorite of the series because of the more straight forward side scrolling gameplay. The GBA games are metroidvania style and pretty good too. Aria of Sorrow have a good difficulty balance. After 2010s onward, they go more 3D for the big consoles and I have no interest in those games.
Id have this in my best games on snes list, but it would be a long list. This is the best castlevania game to me maybe tied with SOTN because SOTN was a masterpiece too
This was and still is the title that made the Super Nintendo a serious system, I recall being blown away by Contra 3 in the systems early days and felt Super Nintendo games could not get better, but Super Castlevania 4 disproved that immediately.
I don't understand your gripe about the later levels being reimagining of Castlevania 1 levels. Super Castlevania 4 is, objectively, a remake of Castlevania 1. That's what the developers intended, and that's how it was marketed in Japan. So it absolutely makes sense that Castlevania X would be a direct sequel to Dracula's Curse - like you mentioned in another video - while Super Castlevania is such a revamped departure from the series.
I wouldn't go so far as to say that Castlevania 4 is one of the top 10. And not because it's bad game or anything -- it's because SNES market is super competitive. Here's my top 10 SNES/SFC games: 1) Super Metroid 2) Front Mission Gun Hazard 3) Chrono Trigger 4) Zelda Link to the Past 5) Gundam Wing Endless Waltz 6) Terranigma 7) Tales of Phantasia 8) Final Fantasy 6 9) Mega Man 10) TMNT Turtles in Time Honorable mentions that didn't quite make this (no particular order), but are still significantly better than Castlevania 4: - Super Mario RPG - Street Fighter 2 Turbo - Super Mario World - Super Bomberman 3/4/5 - Secret of Mana - Contra 3
i kinda agree with ur dont get hit stance cause by this point castlevania 4 the knock back was in 1-3 so its just a staple and we know its there and its up to us to play better.. maybe the kids born in 2001 n later will think its cheap but im 25 n ive come to accept its the way the game was made so adapted our skill n play to the game not vice versa (btw love ur drunk plays of games id love to see some NES drunk plays of castlevania 1,3 and megaman 2 , also more sega games would be AWESOME)
Ya i would get hyped if i could pass the first level, i really suck at castlevania games...... I have the sc4, dracula x, and symphonie of the night(xbox360 version)
While it is fun to play, it is not without its flaws that several titles and platformers have. There are many punishable moments such as missed timing platforms that force players to die, high knockback, and unfair stage hazards such as in level 8. As for being a remake of other levels, that is because this game is a remake of the first game.
Just tested it out on the SNES classic in CRT mode, because 4:3 mode is pure shit on a 4k tv. Game seems great! Can't believe I never played this in the 90's on my original SNES. Stared at this and Dracula X in the rental store constantly, and never picked it up :( I played Dracula X on SNES classic and holy shit, I see what drunk means by involuntarily being knocked backwards into a gaping chasm of death over and over again. That shit sucks! Definitely makes you have to time your whip attack perfectly on floating enemies that run into you. It's not easy by any means and that's what's cool.
As much as I love Super Castlevania IV, I think Rondo of Blood is the peak of the classic Castlevania formula. If it had been released in the west back in 93 I think that would be the consensus opinion.
I've been watching a lot of these videos and I think they're all really good. It appeals to well written, well edited sensibilities. I think the opinions are well balanced without putting on a clown show to draw attention.
It's really a shame that these SNES drunk videos have only gotten a few thousand views each. It's genuinely good content.
Thanks Lozen
same thoughts here. special emphasis on no "clown show", god, how I hate childish skits on youtube reviews.
@@Liquidcadmus I feel like he was referring to AVGN with that remark, which is a bit unfair because they are two totally different types of content creators, with their own niches, fanbases, and expectations.
@@zenmastakilla hand't thought it meant AVGN, there's others that are really cringy and annoying, but James Rolfe I like, although he is goofy, he's alright, and his movie commentary and such is very well thought out each time.
guys that irritate the hell out of me are the nostalgia critic and other guys like that, which make insane jump cuts and over acting, stuff directed to preteens with ADD and the like
Agreed, I couldn't have said it better
One of the best games of all time. When it came out it really pushed the limits of graphics and gameplay and still is impressive. I agree on the music too. Fantastic. Great review.
@@walidbigboss3465 the music also sucks
@@walidbigboss3465 Best? no, way too many issues with the game, most subweapons are pointless due to how OP the whip actually is. Fantastic game though.
@@anouk356 nonsense. And the best weapon is the cross. By a vast vast margin.
you should play genesis Castlevania
I’m only 15 so I guess it’s weird that it is one of my favorite games
Glad you mentioned how good the music is. It really is special.
This game was an awesome surprise on the Super Nintendo during it's early years, I remember someone lending it to me when all I had to play was Super Mario World, and Pilotwings and I was totally blown away by how well it was put together, the visuals, the music, simply put the variety in the levels, and the subtle graphic effects that mode 7 allowed. Miss this time when Konami was definitely on their A game.
Right? Konami was at their very best during 4th gen. It was peak Konami. btw, love that Hudso. Soft avatar.
Perfecto
Well said. What always bothers me is when people say that the 8-way whip makes the game too easy and broken. I love Castlevania I and III as much as this one, but for different reasons. Sure, Castlevania IV isn't as hard as I and III, but few games are. It still has challenge and this game is more about enjoying a bunch of levels (of which this game has a TON).
Sega Genesis exactly. The level design fits the ability to attack 8 ways.
These guys probably just repeat what others say without trying the game for themselves. Sure, if you go really slow, the whip is enough. As one gets better, it becomes crystal clear that you need the tripple-shot cross to move fast.
I feel the same sentiment. It's especially weird when you consider that the series really had no standard of orthodoxy to begin with. Look how different Simon's Quest was, and after SCIV the series went off in a totally different direction of endless (and diminishing) SOTN clones. What's also funny is listening to friends trash an otherwise incredibly solid game for de-emphasizing the sub weapons, and then go on to defend the "more traditional" trash pile of flaws that is Castlevania X on snes. 😋
Pro Tip: Hold Attack Button, and dont jiggle the whip, now you have a Shield.
pro tip, wiglle the whip around a bit and you can hit enimies underneath you
Absolutely necessary for Death
@@Brewski312 but I don't want death, I want life...
Not a pro tip when that move is literally in the manual soooo
@@buckeyesfan4700 😂😂😂
Nice to see videogame reviews which are enthusiastic and take the games serious.
It`s rare to find really good reviews. Most shows or reviews are just for nostalgic reasons or the usual comedy stuff.
You do a really good job. :)
+Moleplay Thanks
It's crazy how so many of the system's best games came out so early in its lifespan.
I'd like to disagree, will make a list as example:
Early:
Super Mario World (1990)
+Actraiser (1990)
-F-Zero (1990)
Super Castlevania IV (1991)
The Legend of Zelda: Link to the Past (1991)
-Final Fantasy IV (1991)
Super Mario Kart (1992)
Contra III (1992)
-Final Fantasy V (1992)
Average:
Super Mario All-Stars (1993)
Star Fox (1993)
-Secret of Mana (1993)
Megaman X (1993)
Breath of Fire (1993)
Breath of Fire II (1994)
The Firemen (1994)
Final Fantasy VI (1994)
-EarthBound (1994)
Super Metroid (1994)
Donkey Kong Country (1994)
Megaman X2 (1994)
Late:
Donkey Kong Country 2 (1995)
Megaman X3 (1995)
Megaman 7 (1995)
Chrono Trigger (1995)
Trials of Mana (1995)
Terranigma (1995)
Lufia II (1995)
Yoshi Island (1995)
-Tales of Phantasia (1995)
+Tetris Attack (1995)
+Donkey Kong Country 3 (1996)
Kirby Super Star (1996)
Super Mario RPG (1996)
Marvelous (1996)
-Star Ocean (1996)
Megaman & Bass (1998!)
As opposed to 1994 and 1995, there isn't many classic status games at the range of 1990 1991 and 1992.
I added a - sign to games that are considered classics but personally I don't really see why (or do but can't enjoy them), and a + to those others might say "why is this in the list" while in my personal taste I find them classics
Hope someone reads this because I spent like half hour making this lmao, I even got a test tomorrow
@Tom Ffrench To add to that, what was wrong with Contra 3? That was, in my opinion, the best game in the franchise.
This game has the perfect amount of challenge for me. It's not stupidly difficult like 1,3, Dracula X and Rondo, nor is it laughably easy like 2 and SotN. People who say the whip makes it too easy have no idea what they're talking about.
Only one lame thing about Castlevania IV. In the U.S. instruction manual, it lists the different enemies. Those dancing ghosts are named Paula Abghoul and Fred Escare.
The US manuals were always full of bad (great) puns.
@Fuck You was about to say, when did 6 come out and where can I get the rom?? haha
That's not lame, that's hilarious.
@Fuck You oops. I obviously meant IV, not VI. Now it's corrected... after about 10 months. Too bad it wasn't 01 month.
@@mattmorgan881 ¡Ahahahah
The way you opened the video with the perfect video game opening was well... perfect
having started with Castlevania I can't help but giggle at the thought of people bitching about super's controls
IV is peak Castlevania. Very blessed to have been a kid during that time and to have enjoyed this masterpiece when it was new.
Same here. I actually found this game in the used games bin at Walmart when I was 8 years old. It only came in a white cardboard cartridge holder and shrink-wrapped. No manual or anything, so I was going in blind. This game blew me away as a kid. Felt like I found a treasure that day. :)
Best Game Ever ❤️🔥
That part where he said “you don’t want to play the melody all time” I felt that. This game is brutal. This channel alone needs more views up there with mjr and and avgn. This is definitely a great channel I know this video maybe old but the passion in this amazing
Probably a minority on this, but IMO, this is the best Castlevania game ever made. Love it!
No, you're not. I think this is the best castlevania ever made maybe tied with SOTN of course. SOTN is a masterpiece, but I think this was for its time too. Just what style do you prefer. This game was masterfully done. The graphics/levels/music
I can see this game as the perfected form of the classic castlevaina formula before sympthony of the night
@@FOXZILLA5734 both are amazing
@@modeus9592 i agree
@@wildwest1832 *you're
Let me address a point of contention here: the controls.
That's the same thing with every Castlevania title prior to Symphony of the Night. However, only in IV could you change your jump-direction in mid-air. This excludes Grant's jump in Castlevania III.
Also, I have no problem with the later levels of the game. They take cues from the NES titles but put their own spin on them too. You're not hanging from grapple points through a clock tower or running from a death saw in the NES titles either.
I've been in my fair share of minor debates with fans of Castlevania III and Rondo of Blood. Yet no matter what anyone says, Super Castlevania IV will always be my favorite game of the originals.
Truly a masterpiece. The OST is soooo good!
Much like SMW was a warmed over SMB3, SCV4 was a great showcase for the CV traits we loved on NES. Its whip mech remains genius & very satisfying gameplay. Instead of re-inventing the wheel, its level design & very cool bosses more than made up for its NES callback play.
The limp whip spaz attack move is more useful than most know. Hold whip down then Dpad to diagonal up, it becomes an iron wall no projectile can break. During thrbDeath Fight when he's floating throwing sythes, just hold whip straight up in the left corner of the screen, he can't hurt you during this
Every time I pop this awesome game In my original SNES, It’s takes me back to my 1990 Christmas when I first got my SNES console, & 15 games along with It… I just love that Nostalgic feeling Super Castlevania always gives me… When we had no stress, & no worries being a kid, & accomplishing beating that game that was your biggest challenge as a kid…
Great review. Couldn't agree with you more. I believe it IS the best game on the SNES. The music itself should get an award
This game came out at the perfect time in 1991. I was going through a tough time and got this game a day or two after Christmas at a flea market when none of the retailers near me had it yet. My friends and I would stay up until 2:00 am trying to finish the game. This game was a fantastic escape from my troubles and is my favorite in the Castlevania series.
My favourite title ever ❤️🔥
The sound track to this game is superior. It creates a lavish ambiance and really puts a person into a certain mindset. Perfect game to play on a chilly autumn day, when it's overcast.
I'm happy to say that I was there when this first came out during the super early US SNES days and I can say that it was mind blowing then. There just wasn't anything like that out there in late 1991, not even close. The graphics were amazing and like mentioned in your video, the soundtrack is one of the best soundtracks ever made on any system. The fact that this game is still so good decades later is proof of its being a masterpiece.
Of all the games on the SNES mini classic, I’ve sunk the most time into this game, and that’s saying a lot given the library of games on the mini. I never had the cart, never rented it, but played an emulated copy a long time ago and only the first couple levels (SNES games, especially platformers, are not the best on a PC keyboard). I started playing this on the SNES mini and loved it. You’re absolutely right, the music is great in this game. The creepy ambient music before you enter the castle is great, but then that first song hits after you enter and you can’t help being pumped up to whip some monsters. Great SNES game, great Castlevania game.
I have fond memories of playing this game at my best friend's house every Halloween night once we were done trick-or-treating. There hasn't been a Castlevania game like it since, which is a damn shame.
Castlevania IV was really one of those early SNES games that tried to show off what the console could do. It was almost too powerful for the system at times. I wish Konami would release an HD remaster that fixes the slowdown and enhances the music just a bit.
This game has such a unique atmosphere, I absolutely love it. Except for the damn random spikes in the dungeon/torture chamber level. But yeah, it's definitely one of the top 10 on the SNES. Maybe even of all time.
I was just playing this game.today on my SNES mini, totally agree about the music and gameplay.
i agree i play all the castlevanias on a emulator with a snes controller easily one of my fav games on snes
@@michaelscarn4036 I first tried this game on an emu, but doing it on real hardware(snes, not an emu box) was like a spiritual experience. The best part is that, because of the password system, you can start on one and continue on the other. The control and sound really make the jump worth it.
Even though a remake, this is the best Castlevania game
Great video! All your videos inspire me to pick up the controller and beat games I couldn't in the past. Just beat this one thanks to your advice about staying patient. It feels awesome!!!
I've only recently gotten into emulating SNES games and I'm already afraid nothing is gonna top this one for me.
This game was so much fun as a kid. The soundtrack was top notch.
Back in 2018 my then brand new twitch channel did a Halloween special of streaming Super Castlevania 4 off of my SNES classic. it was quite a blast as I actually wasn't expecting the play through the whole game in one sitting but I managed to do so anyways and had so much fun doing it
Nailed it. This game is and will always be awesome. Konami sure put out a lot of top quality games. This is probably my favorite soundtrack of any SNES title. That stage 8 torture dungeon level music always gets me amped with the drums. I must listen to it now.
How does SNES DRUNK not have more subscribers!! This is one of the best video game channels on TH-cam!
Your SNES playlist earned yourself a new subscriber.
My brother bought me this game for Christmas when it came out. He wrote on the box something that made me think it was Street Fighter 2 and I was really excited then a little disappointed when I opened it. But then I played it, loved it and I can only look back with great nostalgia. The music is so good and I think the composer deserves some kind of 'greatest game music of all time' award.
Spot on. My favorite of the linear CV games.
Bloodlines was great !
I kinda wish this had more mechanics like Castlevania III (like, multiple playable characters), but this is definitely an early SNES game that really showed off the technical aspects of the console while still being an incredible and well-designed and FUN game. The Mode 7 barrel level is basically a mic drop on the Genesis.
one of my top ten games of all time, The music, The feeling, i still listen to the music, great review, The controls were Just fine, a classic
I always loved the Castlevania series, from the first game on NES all the way through to the excellent DS games. With “Castlevania II: Simon’s Quest” and “Symphony of the Night” being two favorites. (I know “Simon’s Quest” has major issues, but back in like 1988-1989, it blew my 8-year-old mind). But for some reason I never played “Super Castlevania IV”! I only got games on my birthday or Christmas and I never got that one and none of my friends had it for me to borrow. I’ve heard nothing but great things about it and just recently purchased it on the 3DS eshop.
Your criticism of the last few levels being just remakes from earlier games is simply untrue. Sure, classic music is remixed but the stages themselves are all original. While some of the settings are used consistently throughout the series like the Clock Tower and Castle Entrance, the levels that are built around these settings are almost always different.
The Neon Reaver Thank you! I will annotate the video. My mistake
Sorry about that. I just wanted to clarify that. You're video is great overall though. I just discovered you today and have already watched and loved many of your videos. :)
Dude don't be sorry, I don't take stuff personally. It's better to get it right. Thanks again!
It did bring some ideas from previous games. The first level inside the castle is a remake of Castlevania1 first stage. The gear with spikes above it at Clock Tower, before the moving rings, has the same platforming trap that a section of Dracula's Curse clocktower has. You can see it in AVGN's video about the game: he fell for it and made fun of it.
When I booted this game for the first time on the SNES mini, I got caught up immediately by the soundtrack. The piece in the first level is perfect.
I’m not a hardcore Castlevania fan, but I must admit, Super Castlevania IV is one of my favourite games ever. I think it’s such a masterpiece on so many levels. Even playing it today with a modern tv and sound system...it’s still so impressive. The production value has really stood the test of time.
Good video. You explained your love for this game very well.
Yeah I mean, you've got a point with the knockback physics, but I can't really criticize the game for that, seeing as it's a staple in the Castlevania series. At least, classicvania. I haven't played much of SOTN, so I forget if it has it. But yeah, the first three games had knockback, so it's more of a feature of games than a flaw.
Other than that it's arguably the smoothest playing classicvania ever. You've got some actual air control now, an eight directional whip on top of all the sub weapons you have at your disposal. The levels themselves are fun, albeit a little on the easy side in comparison to the previous games. But then, with as much control as we're afforded in this game, it's natural for levels to be a little easier. It's still challenging however. The later stages, like the blood swamp, are legitimately hard
I like the variety of environments too. You've got the courtyard, barn, and woods from the first few stages, a cave, a dungeon, the swamp, the castle walls, an Atlantis themed level, clocktower, a library, the treasure room. They're not all that spooky, but they have charm. I also love the atmosphere and music of the Dracula fight. I like that Dracula doesn't just transform into huge monster, he just uses a variety of different attacks, such as the skeleton flames, energy balls, lightning. The whole fight felt pretty epic. Othrr bosses were okay, but they didn't last very long. You could take most of them out in a matter of seconds.
tl;dr this is my favorite Castlevania alongside the first one. It did a wonderful job of reimagining the first game, and revolutionized controls in the franchise. Even Bloodlines took a few notes from it, as Belmont can whip in more dirctions than just one in the game.
I love this game. I also love Sotn and the ds/gba games also.
Absolutely on point about the music. The music of the Castlevania games is top notch; some of the best in all of video games. I can't think of any other games whose music I'd prefer, that don't start with "Sonic" or "Mega Man."
I stand by this statement. Between Bloodlines and Super Castlevania 4, the latter is superior in my opinion.
Yeah, now I've got my personal playlist from the soundtrack rolling in my head. Absolutely one of the best.
This is my favorite video game.
Such a great game... This game was locked into my SNES until I completed it. I listen to the first level soundtrack anytime I have to go ward off evil somewhere
Did you finish it on hard mode?
@@mjorge0alves Yes, I don't consider any game 100% complete until I do so. As far as Konami games go, Sunset Riders is one of the ones I have not yet been able to beat on hard mode...
sc4 definitely has one of the best soundtracks on snes easily.
Ill always remember the chills i got when i got to first play this game...
Again a great video, and yes, this game ROCKS!! Keep it up :D
Easily in my top 3 Snes games. If not #1.
Finally bought this cart recently after wanting it for years.
Same here! Just got it last week.
@@mwj9080 sweet! In time for Halloween 🎃
Haa!
The first time i saw what you could do with the whip in this one i was in Love. Always wished i could hit faster with it in the older Castlevania games so just holding it out there to damage enemies or defend yourself plus getting to waggle it in all directions was Awesome.
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By the way, yes, it is possible to finish the game without getting hit..... so many hours to get to that point.... the memories :,) Great Review!
+Mel Valenzuela I think I could still beat the whole game with one guy. I played it that much.
As a Sega turned PlayStation turned Nintendo kid growing up I never experienced the Ninty games of old. I've pre ordered a Snes Mini and now I'm researching what games to play first. Any ideas? Maybe a video about what games you think are best and what games people should play first? Metroid followed by Castlevania? Or maybe the other way around. Let me know. Looking forward to your breakdown.
SNES drunk which do you like more? Super Castlevania IV or Castlevania Bloodlines on Genesis?
SC4
Bloodlines
I like the opinions about the intro at the start. Everything is so overdone nowadays.
Even though i loved the game when i originally played when it released i found it to be a step back from castlevania 3 on the nes since it did not have multiple paths or characters but still one of my favorites.
The only Castlevania game tht creeped me out and had a horror vibe to it. Thy should really go back to this!
Pretty sure it was this video which made me fall in love with the SNES. Once I realized there was more to it than Nintendo titles, the the door blew wide open.
Dracula is too easy. Needs more secrets. Shouldn't have dropped multiple paths/characters. Still top 3 SNES game for me. Just replayed it, way harder than I remember. Probably because back then I was used to Castlevania 3 which is brutal. Great video.
the music, just the music....
(and sound effects)
I've never played Castlevania, I guess I'm missing out.
I can only hope & pray a movie is made based solely on this exact story line!
Will it be ok to start playing the Castlevania series with this game? I only have a SNES for a home console. I actually collect boxed Gameboy games and I have Belmont's revenge, harmony of dissonance and aria of sorrow, all complete in box. Haven't played any of them yet, I'm mostly a collector. But I want to get back into playing the games as well.
Edit: or should I get the very first Castlevania that they re released for the gba, the classic NES series?
This is the perfect one to start with. It's my favorite of the series because of the more straight forward side scrolling gameplay. The GBA games are metroidvania style and pretty good too. Aria of Sorrow have a good difficulty balance. After 2010s onward, they go more 3D for the big consoles and I have no interest in those games.
*What dreams and nightmares are made of!* ⭐️ 💚 ⭐️
This Game i, and vampirekiss/Dracula X are fucking awesome like hell, i absolutly love Castlevania games ! 😎👌👍
Great video, thanks for sharing
Id have this in my best games on snes list, but it would be a long list. This is the best castlevania game to me maybe tied with SOTN because SOTN was a masterpiece too
Rondo of Blood and Bloodlines was also great
I never had it growing up but I’m playing for the first time now. I am liking it! Good to play in October lol
Still my favorite Castlevania. Love the atmosphere
It looks better than other Castlevanias from the same era -obviously the SNES color pallette - but also has more stuff and better music
omg I have watched enough SNESDrunk videos to wonder why he didn't end it with "thanks for watching and I hope you have a great rest of your day"
This was and still is the title that made the Super Nintendo a serious system, I recall being blown away by Contra 3 in the systems early days and felt Super Nintendo games could not get better, but Super Castlevania 4 disproved that immediately.
It would’ve been nice if Dracula had monster forms. This game is so good but I wish it was longer. I have this game on my SNES mini.
The New-Agey music is awesome.
Never beat this one, but it was beautiful and totally agree on the music.
I don't understand your gripe about the later levels being reimagining of Castlevania 1 levels. Super Castlevania 4 is, objectively, a remake of Castlevania 1. That's what the developers intended, and that's how it was marketed in Japan. So it absolutely makes sense that Castlevania X would be a direct sequel to Dracula's Curse - like you mentioned in another video - while Super Castlevania is such a revamped departure from the series.
I wouldn't go so far as to say that Castlevania 4 is one of the top 10. And not because it's bad game or anything -- it's because SNES market is super competitive. Here's my top 10 SNES/SFC games:
1) Super Metroid
2) Front Mission Gun Hazard
3) Chrono Trigger
4) Zelda Link to the Past
5) Gundam Wing Endless Waltz
6) Terranigma
7) Tales of Phantasia
8) Final Fantasy 6
9) Mega Man
10) TMNT Turtles in Time
Honorable mentions that didn't quite make this (no particular order), but are still significantly better than Castlevania 4:
- Super Mario RPG
- Street Fighter 2 Turbo
- Super Mario World
- Super Bomberman 3/4/5
- Secret of Mana
- Contra 3
Very well written!
Best castlevania game period!
the music is amazing
This one does indeed deserve the praise it gets.
This game is amazing!
i kinda agree with ur dont get hit stance cause by this point castlevania 4 the knock back was in 1-3 so its just a staple and we know its there and its up to us to play better.. maybe the kids born in 2001 n later will think its cheap but im 25 n ive come to accept its the way the game was made so adapted our skill n play to the game not vice versa (btw love ur drunk plays of games id love to see some NES drunk plays of castlevania 1,3 and megaman 2 , also more sega games would be AWESOME)
Ya i would get hyped if i could pass the first level, i really suck at castlevania games...... I have the sc4, dracula x, and symphonie of the night(xbox360 version)
Dude I don't know why but all your different ways of saying snes drunk have me cracking up
I fully agree, I have since 1991 honestly! 😉
The super Nintendo really is life
While it is fun to play, it is not without its flaws that several titles and platformers have. There are many punishable moments such as missed timing platforms that force players to die, high knockback, and unfair stage hazards such as in level 8. As for being a remake of other levels, that is because this game is a remake of the first game.
Just tested it out on the SNES classic in CRT mode, because 4:3 mode is pure shit on a 4k tv. Game seems great! Can't believe I never played this in the 90's on my original SNES. Stared at this and Dracula X in the rental store constantly, and never picked it up :(
I played Dracula X on SNES classic and holy shit, I see what drunk means by involuntarily being knocked backwards into a gaping chasm of death over and over again. That shit sucks! Definitely makes you have to time your whip attack perfectly on floating enemies that run into you. It's not easy by any means and that's what's cool.
Yup totally agree, the best music in a 16 bit game...bar Turrican 2 ;)
As much as I love Super Castlevania IV, I think Rondo of Blood is the peak of the classic Castlevania formula. If it had been released in the west back in 93 I think that would be the consensus opinion.
The like/dislike ratio on these vids is amazing, keep up the good work
Second best game of my life
What's the first?
I never knew that mate until I see a video on how to beat dracula lol. I wished I'd known this earlier
You have almost convinced me to give it a try :)
No hyperbole, the music in this game is in-bloody-credible, maybe the best ever on the SNES.