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Darkstalkers Chronicle: The Chaos Tower
Mixed or average reviews
Based on 27 critic reviews
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Game Info
Publisher: Capcom Entertainment
Developer: Capcom Production Studio 5
Genre(s): Fighting, Action
Players: 2
ESRB Rating: T (Teen)
Release Date: March 17, 2005
Summary
(Also known as "Vampire Chronicle") Darkstalkers Chronicle: The Chaos Tower possesses a compelling cast of monster warriors, each possessing their own unique fighting skills and abilities including Demitri Maximoff, the Vampire; Jonathan Talbain, the English Werewolf; Victor von Gerdenheim, the Frankenstein Monster; Lord Raptor, an Australian undead hard rocker; Anakaris, the Mummy; Rikuo, a Brazilian Merman; Sasquatch, the Canadian Snowman; and Felicia, the Cat Woman. Arcade Mode is a seamless conversion where players must defeat numerous CPU-controlled characters. Training Mode gives gamers the option to choose their favorite character and hone their skills. Network Mode allows friends to engage in two different wireless head-to-head networked battles: verses or limit battle. Verses offers true two-player competitive matches. Limit Battle randomly assigns a handicap to both challengers, forcing them to strategize their moves in order to claim victory. In the new Tower Mode, select three characters from the extensive roster and ascend to the pinnacle of a mysterious tower where many opponents await upon each floor. The course taken and fighting conditions will change dynamically based on performance during the multitude of one-on-one battles. Pitting the right competitor against an opponent will be the key to success. [Capcom]
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What The Critics Said
All critic scores are converted to a 100-point scale. If a critic does not indicate a score, we assign a score based on the general impression given by the text of the review. Learn more...
Gaming Age
Besides being a beautiful translation of one of Capcom’s best fighting game series, it is quite possibly the best handheld fighting game ever created.
Read Full Review >Gamezilla!
It's reproducing essentially the same game we've played for years in the arcades on a handheld using that can literally fit in your pocket. And it performs well too, without any graphical slowdown that I could notice.
Read Full Review >VGPub
I haven’t been this satisfied from a fighting game since "Super Smash Bros. Melee."
Read Full Review >1UP
Flashy, fun, and playable -- albeit in slightly handicapped form -- this fantastic compilation is superior in many ways to Capcom's own superlative "Street Fighter Anniversary Collection," and sets an early standard for handheld 2D fighters.
Read Full Review >GameZone
I am really enjoying playing this title. The little movies you can watch about the characters, the Illustrations you unlock as you fight your way up the tower, the werewolf that latches on to you and starts spilling blood like it was cheap beer.
Read Full Review >PSX Extreme
Graphically, this game is a treat. The backgrounds are colorful and depict a wide range of "horrific" settings--ancient castles, gothic villages, bubbling swamps, those kinds of Tim Burton-esque things.
Read Full Review >eToychest
With a ton of extras, a full cast of Darkstalkers characters, and an excellent multiplayer network mode, Capcom really pulled out all the stops for this game. Minor complaints could be made—such as the PSP's stiff directional pad and some noticeable load times—but fighting fans on the go will be more than pleased with this product.
Read Full Review >Game Informer
It's smoother, prettier, and features a new Tower mode that rewards players with unlockable art based on the franchise's history. [May 2005, p.130]
Play Magazine
A pixel-precise 2D fighting gmae that builds upon its "Street Fighter" roots. [May 2005, p.68]
Total Video Games
It does an excellent job of tying together the fragmented series that includes the Hunter and Saviour variations, resulting in a must-have for anybody who’s enjoyed the titles from the past.
Read Full Review >Jolt Online Gaming UK
We’ve also learned that its d-pad isn’t kind to the thumb when playing beat ‘em ups.
Read Full Review >PSX Nation
Extensive loading times aside (understandable given the insane amount of animation frames on display) Darkstalkers Chronicle: The Chaos Tower does the classic 2D fighting genre justice.
Read Full Review >PSM Magazine
While definitely dated, Darkstalkers' graphics have never looked better. [June 2005, p.83]
Games Radar UK (Pre-2006)
Handsome in motion but PSP's D-pad stops it being more than a pretty face. [GamesMaster]
Read Full Review >PALGN
The game itself won't last as long as we hoped it would. Yes, there's wireless multiplayer and yes, it's a nice addition to the game, but without this, this game would only really be worth a rental.
Read Full Review >Gamestyle
Wonderful character design, superb visuals and old-school gameplay all unite to form an excellent PSP title.
Read Full Review >AceGamez
The characters are going to be recognised and enjoyed by fans of the Darkstalkers series, while newcomers are going to find an interesting and unique bunch of opponents, wrapped up in twisted visuals and some nice sound.
Read Full Review >GameSpy
The only major problem, and I'm afraid it's a big one, is the control. The PSP D-pad is not so hot, and it's particularly poor for inputting the fast, precise commands required by a 2D fighting game.
Read Full Review >games(TM)
Only the hardcore fans will have to have it, and they’re the ones most likely to end up disappointed. [Feb 2005, p.116]
IGN
If developers were able to port some of the console features to PSP, they should have taken the time to make sure that the controls translated as well.
Read Full Review >Game Revolution
Good, classic gameplay makes up for what it lacks in originality and its few flaws are relatively minor, resulting in one of Capcom’s better ideas.
Read Full Review >Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
Although Darkstalkers doesn't really possess a level of depth that hardcore fighting fans can appreciate, there's still an inherent layer of novelty in playing an arcade-quality fighting game on the go. [June 2005, p.100]
Read Full Review >Edge Magazine
Even if the overall package is less than the sum of its parts, an arcade-perfect port of Vampire Saviour is impressive enough alone, and the PSP’s screen definition infuses the visuals with their original, unmistakable vibrancy. [Feb 2005, p.82]
Modojo
This is an extremely fast-paced fighting game that features no slowdown, highly-detailed characters and environments, and enough gameplay features to hold me over for quite some time.
Read Full Review >NTSC-uk
It is a shame that what is a very solid launch title was marred by a few technical niggles. The control method and loading times must have deterred a number of gamers at the time, and thankfully Capcom and other developers such as Namco and Sammy are now able to work wonders with the hardware, even providing their own sticky D-pad thingies with releases.
Read Full Review >G4 TV
While a new game with new characters and gameplay would of course have been preferable to a port, Darkstalkers Chronicles is still a solid and satisfying old-school portable fighting experience, with just the right amount of depth and all of the necessary features.
Read Full Review >What Our Users Said
The average user rating for this game is 7.5 (out of 10) based on 13 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
Marian P. gave it a10:
Man, have you seen a better "beat'em-up" game before? Cuz I haven't! I can't describe it, it should be played first, see for yourselves!
Clay W. gave it a4:
this game was a MAJOR letdown. Besides not being much fun, the PSP is simply not suited to the task of having a 2D fighter on it. The D-pad just sucks. To the game's credit, it has great, fluid graphics and a decent soundtrack, but even KOF EX2 on the GBA is better than this dreck.
JV H. gave it a7:
Blame the PSP D-Pad for the low score. I've since been using the A3 D-Pad attachment, and the experience has been a bit more pleasurable... this is an excellent and balanced fighter. It's not a classic like ST or A3, but most fighting game fans should have purchased this by now.
Bobby B. gave it a9:
Great graphic and very addicted game play. Best Capcom titles on the PSP! Give it a try :)
Marc D. gave it an8:
Takes you on a trip down memory lane back to the mid 90s, when Capcom 2D fighters actually meant something. As it stands, Vamp Chronicles is still a highly competent and fun fighter.
J L gave it a6:
What can I say,... I'm disappointed. Plays like Fighting Street on Turbografx. Nice Graphics though!
