also known as Akumajou Dracula - Lords of Shadow 2
PlayStation 3
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Reviewed in 2014
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✪ Reviewed on October 6, 2025
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Castlevania Lords of Shadow 2 concludes the reboot with fluid combat gameplay but a disappointing open world. Well-characterised Dracula, interesting narrative. Mixed but satisfying for reboot fans.
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Category
Action Adventure1 player16+
Description
Konami action-adventure where Gabriel Belmont, now Dracula, faces his own son in a contemporary city. Published by Konami, released in Europe in February 2014. Shadow whip and vampire sword combat, Dracula powers, semi-open gothic world and orchestral soundtrack. European version.
Castlevania - Lords of Shadow 2 review
4/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Striking"
4/5
Music
★★★★★
"Excellent"
3/5
Story
★★★★★
"Solid"
Gameplay
"Solid"
Fun
"Pleasant"
Addictiveness
"Engaging"
Difficulty
"Difficult"
Lifespan
"Long"
Technical info
💾4,2 GB📅25/02/2014
Published by Konami
Castlevania - Lords of Shadow 2 (PS3) price, value & rarity
Is Castlevania - Lords of Shadow 2 still worth playing in 2026?
The Japanese version of Castlevania Lords of Shadow 2, this MercurySteam title concludes the trilogy by casting Dracula himself, split between a gothic castle and a modern city, in action blending whip combat, exploration and stealth sections. The polished art direction, the epic staging and the snappy combat system win over action fans. The disliked stealth sections and an uneven pace divide. A title for Castlevania fans and lovers of 3D action with a gothic atmosphere.
