Castlevania Judgment

 Wii
  • Publisher: Konami
  • Release Date: Nov 18, 2008
Metascore
49

Generally unfavorable reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 33
  3. Negative: 16 out of 33
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  1. Gamer 2.0
    49
    Castlevania Judgement copied conventions from the right games, but everything was almost done completely wrong.
  2. Games Master UK
    49
    It isn't even a half decent fighter! [Apr 2009, p.77]
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  3. Kombo
    40
    It is hard to tell what the purpose of Judgment was, and how it would further increase the franchise's legacy. Yes, there is one interesting thing, but it is buried underneath a subpar game. It is hard to recommend this one.
  5. Meristation
    40
    A judge is what this Castlevania really needs. This franchise first time on Wii is a time-waster for anybody who wants to expend a nice afternoon playing with some friends. Not even its graphics are what they should be. Its a very poor game on every aspect except for its decent sound, but nothing more than that.
  6. Metro GameCentral
    40
    Turning Castlevania into a one-on-one fighter is a dumb idea but at least this tries to be different.
  7. Gamestyle
    40
    It tries to make the most of a stupid idea, and compared to previous efforts at a 3D Castlevania game it’s quite a triumph.
  8. GameSpy
    30
    Castlevania fanatics will hate the unnecessary liberties taken with their favorite characters, fighting game enthusiasts will abhor the crippling lack of character balance, and everyone should just cross their fingers that the next game to bear this franchise's once vaunted name is put together with a lot more care.
  9. GamePro
    30
    While I want to give Konami credit for trying something new with the series, the obvious missteps and overlooked elements of Castlevania Judgment makes the game look and feel like a cheap cash-in.
  10. GameDaily
    30
    Story Mode is utterly boring and Survival Mode plods along with room after room of lifeless challenges. Online play through the Wi-Fi Connection is also here, but isn't worth the time.
  11. GameSpot
    30
    Castlevania's switch from 2D side-scrolling to 3D fighting is an endless stream of missteps that will frustrate even series devotees.
  12. Eurogamer Spain
    30
    Judgment is the worst offering in the long running Castlevania series. It's a mediocre game, where all of its aspects show wrong decisions in design and implementation.
  13. Nintendo Gamer
    28
    Ultimately, there's no good reason whatsoever to play Castlevania: Judgment, save morbid curiosity. If you love terrible games as kitsch, it's worth a look. [Feb 2009, p.66]
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  14. Game Revolution
    25
    As the basis for a full-on action game, Castlevania: Judgment might have worked, but the dull arenas, limited enemy monsters, and horrible storytelling means that we're only left with a poor fighting game instead.
  15. GameShark
    25
    The night of fun has long passed for this underwhelming game and the morning heralds a test that it doesn't have the chops to really pass with flying colors.
  16. G4 TV
    20
    The soundtrack is the only thing in Castlevania Judgment that does proper homage to the series.
  17. 1UP
    16
    As a fighter, Castlevania Judgment employs too many design ideas that are neither well planned nor well executed. It's a strange misstep for the beloved series, one that Konami hopefully learns from.

Awards & Rankings

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#25 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2008
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#60 Most Shared Wii Game of 2008

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User Score
5.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 69 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 69
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 69
  3. Negative: 22 out of 69
  1. Larux18
    Dec 20, 2011
    8
    Not a bad game, the controls are great, the character selection is good and the moves and attacks can't be more epic. As a single-player gameNot a bad game, the controls are great, the character selection is good and the moves and attacks can't be more epic. As a single-player game it's great and it's also great fun having a friend over and playing to death.… Full Review »
  2. EastonReviews
    Nov 14, 2011
    1
    This isn't Castlevania, it's not a 'pleasent surprise' IGN, and it's not cool. It's a obsurd little game with a revealing cover forcingThis isn't Castlevania, it's not a 'pleasent surprise' IGN, and it's not cool. It's a obsurd little game with a revealing cover forcing teenage girls to buy it. Now that's just sick, the graphics suck, the gameplay is dissapointing, and the game itself is the equivilant to horse dung. Still want to buy it?… Full Review »
  3. Folstar
    Jul 26, 2011
    7
    THE GOOD: An enjoyable, easy to learn, fighter that features great stages, nice graphics (wii), and an incredible score. THE BAD: The cameraTHE GOOD: An enjoyable, easy to learn, fighter that features great stages, nice graphics (wii), and an incredible score. THE BAD: The camera CAN BE problematic.No adventure mode in a "Castlevania" game? THE UGLY: Zomg, why did they drag the Belmont's into this title? The character design and story really do not fit in the Castlevania series. This is annoying and cheap marketing that probably hurts perception of this game more than helps.… Full Review »
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