Vampire Savior EX Edition is the PS1 port of Capcom's Darkstalkers 3. Pursuit system and EX mode enrich the 2D versus fighting gameplay with iconic monstrous characters. Still exceptional animations. One of the finest 2D fighting games on PS1, visually incomparable.
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Fighting2 players12+
Description
Japanese Capcom versus fighter sequel, Darkstalkers 3 EX Edition port expanding Vampire Savior. Created by Capcom, released in 1998 in Japan under the Vampire Savior EX Edition title. Over fifteen expanded monstrous fighters, 2D side-scrolling combat system with ES Moves, EX Moves and Dark Force, arcade and two-player versus modes and gothic rock soundtrack. Japanese edition under the Vampire Savior EX Edition title.
Vampire Savior - EX Edition review
4/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Striking"
3/5
Music
★★★★★
"Memorable"
2/5
Story
★★★★★
"Classic"
Gameplay
"Excellent"
Fun
"From the very first minutes"
Addictiveness
"Captivating"
Difficulty
"Difficult"
Lifespan
"Long"
Technical info
💾0,47 GB📅05/11/1998
Published by Capcom
Vampire Savior - EX Edition (PS1) price, value & rarity
Complete: box, manual and disc/cart very clean. Lightly handled.
Q1 damagedQ6 completeQ10 new
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Collector interest
The Japanese version of Vampire Savior, the peak of Capcom's gothic fighting series, in an EX edition that extends the arcade content. Kept exclusive to the Japanese market, it appeals to those wanting the original pressing of a 2D versus jewel in its native language. Its local scarcity and reputation among purists support a value above the more common fighters.
Better with friends
A gothic 2D fighter of high-octane tempo, whose two-stage life gauge pushes for relentless aggression. The competition becomes a frantic race of combos and pressure, where the slightest lull costs you against a sharp opponent. Spectacular and deep, it rewards controlled offense and triggers duels of joyful intensity you restart without end.
Is Vampire Savior - EX Edition still worth playing in 2026?
Released in 1998 on PS1 in Japan, Capcom's project transposes the Vampire Savior arcade board and its Vampire Hunter 2 extension into a compilation aimed at Darkstalkers 2D versus devotees. The Dark Force and chain management gives the game great expressivity, and the monster gallery keeps its cartoon charm. The Japan exclusive release and the PS1 graphical concessions compared to the Saturn version long frustrated fans. Recommended today for Darkstalkers devotees, for Capcom fans and for collectors on Sony's first home console hardware globally.
