Castlevania: Dawn — Of Sorrow

The shift from the GBA to the DS allowed for lush, detailed sprites and atmospheric background layers. While the character art shifted to a more generic "anime" style compared to Ayami Kojima’s gothic illustrations, the in-game world is gorgeous.

Reawakening the Night: Why Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow Remains a Masterpiece Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow

The DS hardware allowed for a massive quality-of-life upgrade: the top screen constantly displays your map or enemy stats, meaning you no longer have to pause the action to find your way through the sprawling castle. The "Magic Seal" Controversy The shift from the GBA to the DS