CGC Video Games Certifies Castlevania: Dracula X for the Super Nintendo
CGC Video Games™ recently certified a stunning copy of Castlevania: Dracula X for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System that received a grade of CGC 9.0 A++ for its incredible condition. The certified game will be offered for sale by Heritage Auctions in the January Video Games Signature Auction, taking place on January 19-21, 2023.
Castlevania: Dracula X is one of the 12 games on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System Traditional Rarity list in the CGC Video Games Reference Guide. Critics were divided over the game when it was released in 1995. Although many felt it remained true to the Castlevania series, others believed its graphics and gameplay were lackluster compared to other Super Nintendo titles. These mixed reviews coupled with the game’s late release date contributed to low sales and distribution rates.
Despite the mixed critical response, consumer appreciation for Castlevania: Dracula X has improved over time. Collectors quickly recognized the game’s rarity and many Castlevania enthusiasts count it among their favorite titles in the series. The game’s resurgence as a fan favorite is evidenced by rereleases for both the Wii U Virtual Console and the Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console, as well as its inclusion in the Castlevania Advance Collection for the Nintendo GameBoy Advance.
About the variant
Currently, there is only one known production variant of Castlevania: Dracula X. This makes it even harder to find this game, let alone sealed and in high-grade condition.
Made in Mexico
“Made in Mexico” specifies the game’s country of production. In late 1994, Nintendo shifted most Super Nintendo production from Japan to Mexico. Those produced in Mexico are identified with the phrase “Made in Mexico” printed on either the back or side of the box, and on the front label of the cartridge.
USA
“USA” refers to the game’s USA code. Super Nintendo games that were produced for the United States market received a USA code, which is often printed on each of the game’s components. These may be found on the inside flaps of the box, the front label of the cartridge, the cover of the manual, and on most inserts.
To learn more about different variations of Super Nintendo games and other popular console libraries, check out the CGC Video Games Reference Guide.
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