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Tuesday11th May 2021
News 505 Publishing New Game From Metroid And Castlevania Developer MercurySteam
What could it be?
It has been discovered the Spanish-based developer MercurySteam is working on a "brand-new" game for consoles and PC. This information was found within a Digital Bros. financial results PR - with its subsidiary 505 Games acting as the publisher. Digital Bros S.p.A. announces the contract between its subsidiary 505 Games and...
Wednesday23rd Dec 2020
News Nordisk Games Acquires 40% Of Metroid: Samus Returns Developer MercurySteam
"we are entering a new era of consolidation and growth"
Denmark-based company Nordisk Games has announced it has acquired 40% of the Spanish-based developer MercurySteam. MercurySteam is best-known in recent years for its outstanding 2017 3DS release, Metroid: Samus Returns. It's also previously worked on series like Castlevania, including the 2013...
Sunday22nd Jul 2018
News Head Of MercurySteam Believes Nintendo And Konami Resurrected Spanish Studio
Forever thankful
Spanish-based studio, MercurySteam, is best known for developing Metroid: Samus Returns and also working on Konami's Castlevania series - including the 3DS entry, Lords of Shadow – Mirror of Fate. Although the studio’s history has been well docu
Monday24th Feb 2014
Nintendo Download 27th February (Europe)
AeternoBlade, fishy business, retro Wario, Senran Kagura and much more
Monday morning means Download news time in Europe, and this week Nintendo has delivered a fairly lengthy list of options on the way. There are new titles on Wii U and 3DS as well as some retro VC options, while a variety of temporary and permanent discounts also arrive to tempt...
Monday19th Aug 2013
News Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate HD Confirmed, But Not For Wii U
Oh Konami, you little scamp
Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate divided fans of the famous Konami franchise, perhaps because of its clunky name, or more likely due to its different take with a 2.5D camera and more measured, combo-driven combat. For our part we were fans, awarding 8/10 in our review. In any case, Konami's Dave Cox had...
Friday2nd Aug 2013
News Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate Gets a Price Drop in North America
Hunt Dracula for less
It seems like a safe comment to say that Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate was a divisive entry in the series. It split critics — though we were fans in our review — and gamers in general seemed to be rather divided over its merits. It was a title where MercurySteam went its own way, even if not all franchise...
Tuesday14th May 2013
News Konami: We Had To Take Risks With Castlevania To Prevent It Becoming Like Mega Man
Producer Dave Cox explains why throwing caution to the wind worked
MercurySteam's reboot of Castlevania in 2010 may have upset some hardcore fans of the series, but in terms of sales it was a triumph. Lords of Shadow became Konami's best selling game in North America for that year, and its second most successful European release. That's quite a...
Tuesday23rd Apr 2013
News Konami Releases Strategy Portal for Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate
You'll be whip-smart in no time
Konami has released a strategy portal for the recently released Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate designed to be accessible both online and through the 3DS Internet Browser — to view on the 3DS visit Since the browser can be used while a game is running, the guide is sure to be a handy tool for anyone...
Monday22nd Apr 2013
News Nintendo of Europe Offers Free Game in "So Many Games!" Promotion
Register three and get a fourth free
In recent months we've seen Nintendo — both in Europe and North America — offer the incentive of a free game for those registering a 3DS XL. Nintendo of Europe is now stepping up with an enticing new offer featuring a list of eight retail games (both current and to be released); it's very simple, if you...
Monday18th Mar 2013
News Did You Catch The Super Mario Easter Egg In Castlevania: Mirror Of Fate?
If you didn't, allow us to save you the bother
Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate launched worldwide recently to a somewhat mixed reception. We really liked it, and the fact that it contains an amusing reference to Nintendo's Super Mario series only endears it to us even further. The Easter egg of which we speak is found on a dead body...
Monday4th Mar 2013
Nintendo Download 7th March 2013 (Europe)
Assaulting a virus, life-saving fishing and classic run 'n gun action
Nintendo is on the ball this week Europe, sending sweet download news our way as we awake from our slumber. The list this week is a rather small one, but the mix of new, old and revamped old franchises arguably represents quality over quantity. The goodies for 3DS and Wii are...
Thursday28th Feb 2013
Nintendo Download 28th February 2013 (North America)
Running, gunning, creating coasters and more
It's Nintendo Download time again, North America, and this week all four of Nintendo's online platforms have content to choose from; you lucky gamers. Some are long-awaited and in one case probably already keeping some of you very busy, while others will no doubt also have an audience to snap them up...
Friday22nd Feb 2013
News Latest Castlevania: Mirror Of Fate Trailer Teases Simon Belmont's Tale
It's a family affair
It's not long until Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate launches on the Nintendo 3DS in North America and Europe, and the latest trailer for the game is here to push excitement levels even higher. The trailer focuses on Trevor's son Simon Belmont, who was the star of the first few Castlevania titles on the NES but has...
Wednesday20th Feb 2013
News Castlevania: Mirror of Fate Kept Mercury Steam Afloat
Producer Dave Cox gives more details on 3DS epic
In an interview with Eurogamer, Konami producer Dave Cox has revealed that were it not for Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate, Spanish developer Mercury Steam might not be here today. Reflecting on the current demands of video game development, Cox said: Look what's happened to [Darksid
Nintendo Download 21st February 2013 (Europe)
NightSky brings delight, F-Zero in 60 Hz, price cuts and monstrous demos
Nintendo's been keeping its download details for Europe under-wraps for a little longer this week, but now we know what delights are due to arrive. Both DSi and Wii are resting their weary circuits, with 3DS and Wii U stepping up with some enticing offers and big-time freebies;...
Friday15th Feb 2013
A little taste test
Back in January, Konami producer Dave Cox revealed the upcoming 3DS title Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate would be getting a demo before the game hits stores. It turns out he's true to his word, as Konami has announced a demo will be in the 3DS eShop in both North America and Europe on 28th February — a week...
Wednesday13th Feb 2013
News Castlevania Producer Would Love To Work With Nintendo On Zelda
Dave Cox wants a link to the future
Nintendo's stance on collaborating with other developers is resulting in some interesting new titles, and rightly so — given the highly-esteemed nature of the company's portfolio, it's no surprise that other devs are falling over themselves to join forces with the Kyoto-based veteran. Speaking to Dutch site...
Tuesday12th Feb 2013
News Street Fighter And Samurai Shodown Influenced Castlevania: Mirror Of Fate's Combat
More interview goodness from Konami's Dave Cox
Konami producer Dave Cox must have an aching jaw, because he's given so many interviews recently relating to Castlevania: Lords of Shadow: Mirror of Fate that he must be absolutely pig-sick of talking about the upcoming 3DS title. However, we're not complaining, because each new interview gives fresh...
Sunday10th Feb 2013
Also, don't expect a home console version of Mirror of Fate
Konami producer Dave Cox has already stated that a Wii U version of Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 isn't going to happen, but he's never really elaborated on the reason why - until now, that is. Speaking to Dutch site n1ntendo.nl, Cox had this to say:
Wednesday6th Feb 2013
News Konami Explains Why Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate Is A 3DS Exclusive
The 3D effect was the clincher
Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate is now about a month away from hitting the shelves, and will be available exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS. The game's producer Dave Cox has been speaking about why the game is only on Nintendo's handheld and not on Sony's portable offering, the PlayStation Vita. In an...
Tuesday5th Feb 2013
News Castlevania: Mirror of Fate Could Come To Home Consoles
Nintendo exclusivity could mean a Wii U version in the future
It's something of a bumper morning for Castlevania fans, as Konami producer Dave Cox has been giving interviews with several different sites regarding the forthcoming 3DS title Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate. Having already spilled the beans on the game's development and...
News Konami: Forget Everything You Know About Castlevania
"You've got to drive the series forward" says producer Dave Cox
With the release of Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate looming on the horizon, Konami producer Dave Cox has given a little more insight into the game's storyline and how it fits within the twisted Castlevania canon. Speaking to GameSpot, Cox stressed that although it's part...
Tuesday22nd Jan 2013
News Nintendo Takes A Bite Out Of Euro Publishing Duties For Castlevania: Mirror Of Fate
Responsible for the sales, marketing and distribution
In a move which mirrors the agreement between Nintendo and Capcom in Europe, Nintendo and Konami have confirmed that they have entered into a deal which will see the former company handling the European (and Australian) distribution of the gothic 3DS adventure Castlevania: Lords of Shadow -...
Monday21st Jan 2013
News Castlevania: Mirror of Fate Will Take About 16 Hours To Suck You Dry
And that's just the first playthrough
Worried about whether or not Konami's forthcoming 3DS epic Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate is going to have the staying power to keep you occupied when it launches in March? Well put your mind at ease because Konami producer Dave Cox has revealed that the game's first playthrough will take you...
Tuesday8th Jan 2013
News Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate Demo On The Way
Whipping up a storm in the eShop
Yesterday Konami producer Dave Cox took to Twitter to answer a few eager Castlevania fans' questions regarding the Castlevania: Lords of Shadow series. Unfortunately he reiterated his stance that Lords of Shadow 2, a game already confirmed for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, would not be coming to Wii U. He has since...
News "No Chance" Of Castlevania Lords Of Shadow 2 On Wii U
Fangs for nothing
Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate is hitting the 3DS early this year, giving fans of the franchise a fresh reason to pick up their vampire-killing whip and lay the smackdown on the undead hordes. The game is part of the Lords of Shadow sub-series, which started in 2010 with the Xbox 360 and PS3 reboot and will continue...
Wednesday2nd Jan 2013
News Castlevania: Mirror Of Fate Contains Eye-Stabbing, Werewolf Appendages And Topless Action
ESRB rating paints a pretty picture
ESRB ratings are usually good for a laugh, as they have to spell out in quite a plain and matter-of-fact manner the themes which are contained within each game, and the rating for Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate is certainly no exception. The game has been deemed 'Mature' by the ESRB, and goes on to...
Tuesday11th Dec 2012
News Castlevania: Mirror of Fate's Boxart Comes With Lashings Of Belmont And Added Alucard
The gang's all here
Konami producer Dave Cox has revealed on this Twitter account the artwork that will adorn the cover of Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate. That's it there, just under these words. The art showcases the four main characters of the game - Trevor Belmont and his son Simon, Gabriel Belmont/Dracula and everyone's...
Friday7th Dec 2012
News Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate Western Release Dates Confirmed
Marching into your doom
Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate producer Dave Cox has confirmed via his Twitter account that the game will launch in North America on 5th March 2013, with the European release coming a mere three days later (that's the 8th, in case you were wondering). The gothic action adventure was pushed into 2013 w
Wednesday5th Dec 2012
Better start saving now
In its Nintendo Direct presentations earlier today, Nintendo gave a better indication of when western gamers can expect to play a few upcoming 3DS titles: Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon, Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate and Dr Kawashima's Devilish Brain Training: Can You Stay Focused? (Brain Age: Concentration...
