Topic: Konami pre-E3 conference... News about a new Castlevania,maybe?

[Francis]

I wonder if, whatever they come up with, they'd release a new DLC stage for it for Harmony of Despair.  It'd be great marketing.

I don't think so,if i'm right IGA has done with this game.

[Reinhart77]

yeah, you're right.  that's the official word anyways.  i still like to think that they might do an occasional update on "special occasions" though.

[JR]

I'm hoping this conference is more than The Metal Gear Show. Is it a safe assumption that Castlevania will be more than just a footnote at this thing? I mean, it should be, but I can't help but think it'll be disappointing.

[DragonSlayr81]

Look at the last E3's press conference. It was a total joke. Many of us were disappointed by that conference. That's why I said I hope they, at least, take it more seriously this time around.

[JR]

I never watched it, but I've heard about it. I was referring mostly to the amount of coverage CV will receive compared to Metal Gear.

[Foffy]

Look at the last E3's press conference. It was a total joke. Many of us were disappointed by that conference. That's why I said I hope they, at least, take it more seriously this time around.

jarosh & Tak Fuji - One Million Troops [MUSIC VIDEO] (KONAMI E3 2010 Press Conference)

[jimmay17]

At this point, I'm not sure they can present anything that's going to revive my lagging Castlevania fandom spirit. The inevitable Lords of Shadow sequel, which will, in all likelihood, contain all the same glaring faults of its predecessor, more Wii-ware thrown together at the last minute, more lackluster DLC for Shadows, . . .just writing these possibilities makes me depressed.

At best, they might release something new and original (and maybe, not likely but maybe, even 2D) for the 3DS, but at this point, I doubt I'd even buy that. I've always deeply resented Konami and Nintendo essentially making me buy a console I didn't want--the original DS--just to get my Castlevania fix for Sorrow, Ruin and Ecclesia, and if they do the same thing with a 3DS exclusive I don't think I'll bite that particular lure this time.

About the only thing I can think of that would turn my Vania frown upside down would be a new, original release for a home console that's either a very well designed and well-drawn 2D metroidvania, or finally a well-done 3D version that doesn't replicate the numerous and in some cases game-killing faults of the previous several attempts. Neither of these scenarios is even remotely likely.

[beingthehero]

I'm hoping this conference is more than The Metal Gear Show. Is it a safe assumption that Castlevania will be more than just a footnote at this thing? I mean, it should be, but I can't help but think it'll be disappointing.

I think the upcoming Raiden game will probably be the central focus of the conference, for better or for worse. That and Silent Hill Downpour. Still, I hope there's a 3DS announcement for a 2D game. It's been too long. ;_;

[shelverton.]

It's not entirely impossible that the LoS sequel will be shown in some form at E3. Maybe a teaser at least, with a 2012 release date. I also totally expect a 3DS Castlevania to come out this fall.

[Francis]

If there will be a new CV on 3DS i think we will get some info before the conference (usually Konami don't register the name first?),with a full presentation, with a demo or something else during the event.
I hope an interview with IGA in order to know the future of the saga.

[Reinhart77]

i wouldn't mind if they announced a new Getsu Fuma game.  i'm sure it would have plenty of CV crossovers.

[Ahasverus]

i wouldn't mind if they announced a new Getsu Fuma game.  i'm sure it would have plenty of CV crossovers.

We already had one and,.. ehh, let's move on.
Yeah I would kill for ANY kind of CV announcement there but I think they will promote Downpour, Metal gear 3Ds, that Zombie game and Rising. The LoS sequel announcement seems more plaussible at gamescom (where the original LoS was announced)

[JR]

i wouldn't mind if they announced a new Getsu Fuma game.  i'm sure it would have plenty of CV crossovers.

Same here. Stage 11 on HD piqued my curiosity. That level looked awesome.

[Francis]

Konami have opened the portal for the show.News trailer and live streaming.

http://konami.com/e3/

13 days to go!!!

[Munchy]

i wouldn't mind if they announced a new Getsu Fuma game. 

YEEEES. Provided they fix make the dungeon crawly bits enjoyable or just get rid of them. Have Inticreates make one for the 3DS!