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Dead Cells: Return to Castlevania

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First release
Mar 06, 2023
Developer
Evil Empire
Publisher
Motion Twin
Genres
Indie, Adventure, Platform · Action, Fantasy, Horror
Platforms
iOS, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Android, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Linux, Xbox Series X|S

The inspiration behind it all returns to its 2D action roots! Castlevania’s unforgettable characters & gothic setting meet the fast-paced combat of the award-winning roguelite Dead Cells in this unprecedented collaboration.

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Storyline
A gateway to a striking castle has suddenly appeared, and an imposing warrior called Richter asks you to help him vanquish the great evil within. Enticed by the promise of new loot rather than a sense of moral duty, you strike out through the grounds and corridors of the gothic castle to find and kill this mysterious Dracula... Slay hordes of his supernatural minions as you progress through our biggest DLC yet, including two levels, three bosses and a new storyline!Read more

A gateway to a striking castle has suddenly appeared, and an imposing warrior called Richter asks you to help him vanquish the great evil within. Enticed by the promise of new loot rather than a sense of moral duty, you strike out through the grounds and corridors of the gothic castle to find and kill this mysterious Dracula... Slay hordes of his supernatural minions as you progress through our biggest DLC yet, including two levels, three bosses and a new storyline!

Release dates
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Mar 06, 2023
PlayStation 4
Mar 06, 2023
Xbox One
Mar 06, 2023
All 8 release dates
Nintendo Switch
Mar 06, 2023
Xbox Series X|S
Mar 06, 2023
iOS
Jun 27, 2023
Android
Jun 27, 2023
PlayStation 5
Jun 29, 2023
Game modes
Single player
Perspective
Side view
Keywords
metroidvania, roguelite, soulslike

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