{"product_id":"castlevania-nes","title":"Castlevania for NES (Pre-Owned)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rgm-v2-summary\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"rgm-v2-lead\"\u003eCastlevania sends Simon Belmont into an NES castle of timed stages and horror-themed bosses, where the whip's deliberate timing makes distance and anticipation essential parts of every encounter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rgm-condition-note\"\u003eImages are representative product references, not photographs of the exact pre-owned copy. They do not guarantee its cosmetic condition or included packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- rgm:story --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v2-story\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStart the strike at the right moment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimon's whip has a brief delay before it lands, so success depends on judging an approaching enemy rather than reacting at the last instant. Jumping, stairs, and crouching add further considerations to positioning. A careful player learns how the next attack and the next landing fit together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- rgm:story --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v2-story\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWork through the castle's blocks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStages are grouped into blocks that build toward a boss confrontation. The timer adds pressure, while hidden food and earned extra lives can make a difficult attempt more manageable. The castle's classic monster imagery gives each major encounter a distinct personality within a focused action-platforming structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- rgm:story --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v2-story\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoosing Castlevania for NES\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Castlevania by its NES version and actual cartridge, not cover artwork alone. Ask about the cartridge label, shell, contacts, and startup behavior and confirm compatibility with your region. A pictured box, manual, or accessory is not a packing list, so check the item description for an explicit contents statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- rgm:details --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v2-facts\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGame\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCastlevania\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlatform\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNES\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePhysical format\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCartridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGame style\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAction adventure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-owned; individual cosmetic condition varies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBox, manual and accessories\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfirm individual item contents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRegion compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCheck individual copy against your system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCombat focus\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhip timing and spacing.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v2-faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuestions about this game\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhy does the whip's timing matter?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere is a short delay before the strike connects. Begin at the right distance so the approaching enemy meets the whip rather than Simon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow are the castle stages organized around bosses?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeveral stages form a block ending with a major monster encounter, giving the climb through the castle regular tests of what you have learned.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich system is this Castlevania release for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the NES cartridge edition. Use a compatible NES system and confirm the region on the physical item before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat should I confirm about this pre-owned copy of Castlevania?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAsk for current photos of the cartridge and an exact contents list. Images are representative, wear varies, and original packaging, manuals, or accessories are not assumed to accompany this NES copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cp class=\"rgm-shipping\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree U.S. Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo minimum order. No shipping fees.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RGM Retro Games","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52406562881832,"sku":"R500-271","price":23.51,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1003\/9263\/2616\/files\/r500-271-01-primary-white.webp?v=1789703426","url":"https:\/\/www.rgmretrogames.com\/products\/castlevania-nes","provider":"RGM Retro Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}