2 reviews
I greatly enjoyed this game on Playststion, even though there are some glitches and it doesn't feel totally perfect, but it's perfect for anyone who loves arcade or fighting games. The characters are original and the graphics are very crisp and clean. Many have been famous and are in other games. The most famous have to be Morrigan, Felicia, Talbain, and Jedah. It's enjoyable with 2 people, even if one has never played, and the cast of 22 makes for lots of time spent mastering different characters. It's great to pick-up-and-play and as you learn more combos it gets even better. I recommend this game to anyone who loves fighters..
The third of its series, Darkstalkers 3 is a great fighting game. There are more special moves and some creative stage design. The new characters are good but I would have preferred if there were more and they covered the monsters more obviously (What is Jedah supposed to be? A grim reaper-like figure?). In terms of the versions, I'd recommend the Japanese Sega Saturn one with the 4MB cart. It arcade perfect that way. Speaking of which, the game is also available as a ROM for the arcade emulater M.A.M.E. Both are under the name "Vampire Savior", the Japanese title I believe. An inferior Sony Playstation version also exists but I say that the game is meant to be played as the arcade version made it. Whichever way you choose, you will not be disappointed.