This was a very interesting game, compared to the other Castlevanias I've played. The having played the Sorrow duology before this made me realize the growing pains this game features, but also makes me appreciate it more for the gameplay ideas it pioneered. As for the plot... there really isn't one, again, compared to Aria of Sorrow and Dawn of Sorrow, it really is growing pains. And the gameplay, as always is on point with fun action and great music.