Super Castlevania IV: Difference between revisions

* [[Inconsistent Dub|Inconsistent Translation]]: The exact placement of ''Super Castlevania IV'' in the ''Castlevania'' canon (whether it's a retelling of the original or a sequel to ''Simon's Quest'') has been under much speculation for years among English-speaking fans due to the inconsistent translation that was given to the opening intro. On one hand, the intro clearly states that the last time the Belmonts fought Dracula was over a century ago. On the other hand, it also says that Simon must "once again" fight Dracula, implying that Simon fought him before. [[Jossed|This dilemma has since been clarified by official websites and sources]], clearly establishing ''Castlevania IV'' as a remake.

* [[Jump Physics]]: Finally, a Belmont that can control his jump in mid-air!

* [[Nintendo Hard]]: the whipping may get rid of the [[Goddamned Bats]], but the platforms are a BILLION TIMES HARDER!

* [[Punny Name]]: The names of the dancing ghosts boss in stage 6 are [[Paula Abdul|Paula Abghoul]] and [[Fred Astaire|Fred Ascare.]]

* [[Sdrawkcab Name]]: A few of the bosses, including [[Golem|Koranot]] (Ton 'o' Rock) and Puwexil (Licks You Up).

* [[Tech Demo Game]]/[[Visual Effects of Awesome]]: Konami made excellent use of the barely-utilized Mode 7 graphics system. The rotating rooms, swinging chandeliers, and [[Technicolor Death]] of many bosses looked great. [[Technology Marches On|Of course, that was back in 1991.]]

* [[Theme Music Power-Up]]: After you've finally drained Dracula's health bar enough for him to turn into his second form this piece of [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5dauRYb9il8 epicness begins to play] it also happens to be the main character's theme song and first level's theme.