I played the old school NES Castlevania years ago, and some time after that got Bloodlines for the Genesis. I didn't really get into the series until Circle of the Moon, but it's been my favorite franchise ever since. My faves are 1.Harmony of Dissonance 2. Circle of the Moon 3.Symphony of the Night 4. Aria of Sorrow. I can't wait for Dawn of Sorrow, the level designer looks bitchin.