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The original title of the series is '''''Akumajou Dracula''''', where ''Akumajou'' is Japanese for ''Devil Castle''. | The original title of the series is '''''Akumajou Dracula''''', where ''Akumajou'' is Japanese for ''Devil Castle''. | ||
''Castlevania'' games can be roughly divided into two main groups: linear and mazes. '''Linear games''' consist of a series of stages that must be cleared in order; '''maze games''' usually consist of a single, huge labyrinth with areas that can be accessed only after the character found specific items. | ''Castlevania'' games can be roughly divided into two main groups: linear and mazes. '''Linear games''' consist of a series of stages that must be cleared in order; '''maze games''' usually consist of a single, huge labyrinth with areas that can be accessed only after the character found specific items. | ||
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** ''Castlevania Legends'' (1997) was replaced by ''Lament of Innocence'' (2003); | ** ''Castlevania Legends'' (1997) was replaced by ''Lament of Innocence'' (2003); | ||
** ''Castlevania 64'' (1999), ''Legacy of Darkness'' (1999) and ''Circle of the Moon'' (2001) were replaced by ''Order of Ecclesia'' (2008). | ** ''Castlevania 64'' (1999), ''Legacy of Darkness'' (1999) and ''Circle of the Moon'' (2001) were replaced by ''Order of Ecclesia'' (2008). | ||
After 2010, the Castlevania series was rebooted. The games are then titled {{c|Lords of Shadow|Castlevania: Lords of Shadow}} (plus number or subtitle) in both the original and localized versions. | After 2010, the Castlevania series was rebooted. The games are then titled {{c|Lords of Shadow|Castlevania: Lords of Shadow}} (plus number or subtitle) in both the original and localized versions. | ||
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=== Linear action games === | === Linear action games === | ||
Action games are based on quick reflexes, adventure games require some deep thought. | Action games are based on quick reflexes, adventure games require some deep thought. | ||
