Fan of the Metroidvania games (SOTN FTW!) and was skeptical when this game was announced but it has become one of my favorite CastleVanias. The twist on the story is just epic, the gameplay is very God of War, and the graphics, especially on the PC, are still stunning to this day. While it doesn't really pacify my love exploring a new map with upgrades, it certainly does an outstanding job of keeping me interested. This is one of the few games I went to through the trouble of completing 100% (110%? lol).

Bear in mind it's a different kind of CastleVania. Take it for what it is. A very well done retelling. It may seem out of place, but on it's own stands strong as an alternate version of the CV events. I would love to see this arc continue on past LoS2.