Castlevania: Order of Shadows
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| Castlevania: Order of Shadows | |
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| Developer(s) | Konami Mobile |
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| Publisher(s) | Konami Mobile |
| Release date(s) | September 18, 2007 |
| Genre(s) | Action adventure |
| Mode(s) | Single player |
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| Platform(s) | Mobile Phones (Alltel Wireless, AT&T, Nextel, Sprint PCS, T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless) |
| Media | Direct download |
Castlevania: Order of Shadows is an original Castlevania game designed for play on mobile phone devices. It tells the story of the Belmont Clan's battle with the cult who has been responsible for resurrecting Dracula, The Order.
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[edit] Story
Story takes place during the late 1600s. Desmond Belmont wields the Vampire Killer whip and tries to stop an unknown cult planning to resurrect Dracula.
Order of Shadows is considered a "gaiden" or side story to IGA's "Castlevania canon".[1]
[edit] Character Gallery
 Desmond Belmont - The current Belmont wielding the Vampire Killer (playable) |
 Zoe Belmont - The elder of Desmond's sisters. |
 Dolores Belmont - The younger of Desmond's sisters. |
 Giovanni - A descendant of Rinaldo who helps locate the Order's hideout |
 Rohan Krause - The leader of The Order who seeks to resurrect Dracula and sign a blood pact with him |
 Death - Takes Desmond's soul should he fall |
 Dracula - Served by humans who hope to be granted rewards of immortality |
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[edit] Gameplay
2D whipping action with other weapons and sub-weapons available.
[edit] Press Releases
| 08/23/07 Press Release |
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Konami Mobile's First Original, Castlevania(TM): Order of Shadows Available in September on All Major Carriers Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. (KNM) underscored its commitment to the mobile games market today by announcing the development of original content specifically for mobile phones, based on the company’s legendary videogame brands. Featuring never-before-seen game play, storyline features and original music, Castlevania: Order of Shadows for the mobile platform will be available on September 18 on most major carriers, including AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon Networks. “As a worldwide leader in high quality, multi-platform videogames, Konami is looking to raise the entertainment standard of games for mobile phones,” said Joe Morris, Vice President of Konami Mobile. “Mobile technology has exploded, providing powerful new tools to enhance today’s mobile gaming experiences. Konami’s esteemed game developers will be creating original titles based on the company’s top franchises including Castlevania, Metal Gear Solid Mobile, Contra and others.” Castlevania: Order of Shadows is the latest chapter in the popular videogame series, designed exclusively for the mobile platform. Developed in collaboration with franchise mastermind Koji Igarashi (aka “IGA”), the game breathes new life into the Belmont family bloodline with fresh adventures, characters and perils. Featuring updated abilities and spells, unique enemies, original songs and full screen particle effects, the title takes mobile gaming to new heights. To give consumers a direct connection to Konami Mobile’s development team and insight to upcoming game titles, the company has launched the “Developer’s Corner” on its Web site, www.konamimobile.com. The first installment of the Developer’s Corner will feature a blog written by Castlevania: Order of Shadows’ lead game designer, Tyrone Rodriguez, discussing the genesis of the title, working with IGA on his vision for a mobile Castlevania game, and Konami’s aspirations for improving mobile gaming experiences. Also featured on the website will be mobile game emulators as well as art and video, so consumers can sample the new games before purchasing them. Castlevania: Order of Shadows will launch for the mobile platform on September 18, 2007. For more information, please visit www.konamimobile.com. |
| 09/25/07 Press Release (Now Available) |
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Source EL SEGUNDO, Calif. -- Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. today announced that Castlevania([R]): Order of Shadows is now available for purchase at most major carriers, including AT&T, T-Mobile([R]) and Verizon Networks. The game is the first release under Konami Mobile's new development strategy of creating original content specifically for the mobile platform. Based on the legendary Konami videogame franchise, Castlevania: Order of Shadows features original music and never-before-seen storyline and game play. Consumers can visit www.konamimobile.com for a free online trial of Castlevania: Order of Shadows and directions on how to purchase the game. "Castlevania: Order of Shadows is a powerful example of the evolution of mobile gaming technology," said Joe Morris, Vice President of Konami Mobile. "As a worldwide leader in high quality, multi-platform videogames, Konami's aim is to raise the game play experience and entertainment standard of games for mobile phones to new levels. We are confident this new Castlevania title achieves that goal." Castlevania: Order of Shadows is the latest chapter in the popular videogame series, designed exclusively for the mobile platform. Developed in collaboration with the franchise mastermind Koji Igarashi (aka "IGA"), the game breathes new life into the Belmont family bloodline with fresh adventures, characters and perils. Featuring updated abilities and spells, unique enemies, original songs and full screen particle effects, the title takes mobile gaming to new heights. To give consumers a direct connection to Konami Mobile's development team and insight to upcoming game titles, the company has launched the "Developer's Corner" on its Web site, www.konamimobile.com. The first installment of the Developer's Corner featured a blog written by Castlevania: Order of Shadows' lead game designer, Tyrone Rodriguez, discussing the genesis of the title, working with IGA on his vision for a mobile Castlevania game, and Konami's aspirations for improving mobile gaming experiences. The Web site also features mobile game emulators as well as art and video, so consumers can sample the new games before purchasing them. Castlevania: Order of Shadows is now available for purchase at AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile. For more information, please visit www.konamimobile.com. AT&T and T-Mobile subscribers can also text (CASTLE) to 566264. |
[edit] Related Pages
- Category:Order of Shadows
- Category:Order of Shadows Characters
- Order of Shadows Bestiary
- Category:Order of Shadows Items
- Category:Order of Shadows Artwork
- Order of Shadows Map
- Castlevania: Order of Shadows Instructions
[edit] Related Games
- Castlevania: Lament of Innocence - Though it takes place long after Lament of Innocence, this game is heavily connected to this Playstation 2 game.
- Castlevania II: Belmont's Revenge - The game that takes place chronologically before this one
- Castlevania I - The game that takes place chronologically after this one
