Castlevania: Vampire’s Kiss (or Rondo of Blood, if you're fancy) is one of those SNES games that just oozes atmosphere. You start off in this gothic nightmare—candles flickering, ghosts floating around, and that iconic whip cracking sound. The pixel art still holds up, especially the way the backgrounds make you feel like you're actually creeping through Dracula’s messed-up castle.

It’s not just about smacking monsters, though. You’ve got these little secrets everywhere—hidden paths, alternate routes, even a playable Maria if you know where to look. And the music? Absolute chills. That organ track in the first stage sets the mood perfectly.

Fair warning: it’s tough. Like, "throw-your-controller-but-then-immediately-try-again" tough. But when you finally take down a boss after a dozen tries, it feels so good. If you’ve ever wondered why people still obsess over Castlevania games, this one’s a perfect example.