From the review, "I wanted a traditional Castlevania romp on the 3DS. When it was first announced, I hoped Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Mirror of Fate would be it. It isn’t, but that isn’t so bad. Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Mirror of Fate contains a “lite” version of series staples, like exploration and leveling elements, while also offering a more frantic battle experience."
The history of MercuryStream's development of Metroidvania games up to Metroid Dread.
"In a sea of games inspired by Metroid and Castlevania, only one company has ever worked on both series proper."
Although it seems that Luigi had never entered Dracula's Castle before Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, he has actually indirectly appeared in Castlevania.
MercurySteam rose from the ashes to create three Castlevania games and Metroid: Samus Returns. Studio Head Enric Álvarez explains how it all happened.
Yall still messed up your opportunity by not making castlevania lords of shadow 2 much much better
Had strong foundation to build on yet the 2nd game wasn't as good