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Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night

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Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is a sprawling 2D action RPG where you play as Miriam, an orphan afflicted with crystallizing magic. You'll explore a demon-infested castle, battling hordes of enemies and powerful bosses like Bloodless and Vepar to uncover the truth behind your curse and stop the alchemist Gebel. Moment-to-moment gameplay involves platforming, combat, and collecting shards from defeated enemies, which grant new abilities and spells. It's a spiritual successor to the classic Castlevania games, perfect for fans of challenging exploration and deep character customization.

This guide is your ultimate companion for conquering every inch of the castle. We'll walk you through the main story, ensure you find every collectible, master shard farming for optimal builds, and help you achieve 100% map completion. Whether you're aiming for all the Steam Achievements or just want to defeat those tough bosses without pulling your hair out, we've got you covered.

Guide and Walkthrough (PS4) by ExtremePhobia

Your ultimate guide to Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night on PS4, covering every quest, boss, item, and secret. Get started with starter tips and conquer the Castle of Demons!

Hey there! So you're diving into Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night and looking for some guidance? Awesome! This guide is here to help you navigate through everything the game throws at you, from the very beginning all the way to the post-game cleanup. We've got tips, walkthroughs for every section, boss strategies, and info on all the goodies you can find.

To make things easier to spot, we'll be using a few different styles throughout the guide:

  • Locations
  • Items and Chests
  • Key Items and Interactable Objects
  • Enemies
  • Shards and Character Upgrades
  • Achievements or Trophies

We've put a ton of work into this, so if you find it helpful, consider giving it a recommend or checking out our support options. Now, let's get this adventure started!

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Starter Tips: Get a handle on the basics before you really dive in.
  2. 2
    Galleon Minerva: Your first steps into the world, learning the ropes.
  3. 3
    The Town of Arvantville: Explore the hub and meet some friendly faces.
  4. 4
    Getting to Zangetsu: A key objective early on.
  5. 5
    Getting a Giant Hand: Figure out how to progress past certain obstacles.
  6. 6
    The Iron Marquess: Your first major boss challenge.
  7. 7
    Twin Dragons: Another tough boss encounter.
  8. 8
    Crazy Train: Navigate this unique and challenging area.
  9. 9
    Bathin and the Reflector Rays: Deal with this boss and a new mechanic.
  10. 10
    A Friendly Favor: Quests and side activities start opening up.
  11. 11
    Bloodbath: Another significant boss fight.
  12. 12
    A Song of Water and Sand: Explore new biomes and face new threats.
  13. 13
    Double Dealings: More complex objectives and enemies.
  14. 14
    Disco Inferno: A fiery challenge awaits.
  15. 15
    Demon of the Orient: Face a powerful foe.
  16. 16
    Gremory Revealed: Uncover more of the story and face a boss.
  17. 17
    In Cold Pursuit: Chase down your objectives.
  18. 18
    Exorcising Demons: The final push through the castle.
  19. 19
    Castle Cleanup - Post-game: Tackle remaining challenges and secrets after the main story.
Tips
  • Pay attention to the visual cues for enemy attack patterns.
  • Experiment with different Shards to find combos that suit your playstyle.
  • Don't neglect side quests; they often reward you with useful items and lore.
  • Explore every nook and cranny of the map; hidden chests and secrets are plentiful.
  • Upgrade your weapons and armor when possible to make boss fights more manageable.

Guide and Walkthrough (PS4) by ExtremePhobia (2)

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night walkthrough covering Galleon Minerva, Arvantville, secret bosses, enemies, quests, and more. Updated 09/06/2019.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Introduction
  2. 2
    Starter Tips
  3. 3
    Galleon Minerva
  4. 4
    The Town of Arvantville
  5. 5
    Getting to Zangetsu
  6. 6
    Getting a Giant Hand
  7. 7
    The Iron Marquess
  8. 8
    Twin Dragons
  9. 9
    Crazy Train
  10. 10
    Bathin and the Reflector Rays
  11. 11
    A Friendly Favor
  12. 12
    Bloodbath
  13. 13
    A Song of Water and Sand
  14. 14
    Double Dealings
  15. 15
    Disco Inferno
  16. 16
    Demon of the Orient
  17. 17
    Gremory Revealed
  18. 18
    In Cold Pursuit
  19. 19
    Exorcising Demons
  20. 20
    Castle Cleanup - Post-game

Additional Sections:

  • Secret Bosses
  • Maps, Chests, and Points of Interest (Galleon, Arvantville, Entrance, Garden; Cathedral, Towers, Machina, Termination; Bridge, UG Lab, Waterway, Desert; Secret Lab, Inferno, Oriental Lab, Den, Tomb)
  • Enemies (1-25, 26-50, 51-75, 76-105, Bosses: 106-116, Bosses: 117-127)
  • Quests (Lindsay's Quests, Abigail's Quests, Susie's Quests, Benjamin's Quests)
  • Alchemy (Tips and How-To, Items You Don't Need to Craft, Food and Supplies Recipe Index, Weapon and Ammo Recipe Index, Protective Gear Recipe Index, Shard Crafting and Enhancement Index)
  • Appendix (Level Chart, Weapons and Ammo, Protective Gear, Shards, Items)
  • Achievements
  • Thanks
  • Contact
  • Legal
  • Version History
Tips
  • This guide was awarded FAQ of the Month for August 2019 and is the Highest Rated Guide.
  • The guide is for version 1.0 and was updated on 09/06/2019.

Walkthrough

Core walkthrough for Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, covering the essential path through the main story on default difficulty.

This walkthrough covers the essential path through the main story of Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night. It was written using the default difficulty setting.

Tips
  • For non-critical information, please refer to other sections of the guide, such as the Appendix.

Guide and Walkthrough (PS4) by ExtremePhobia (3)

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night walkthrough covering Galleon Minerva, Arvantville, bosses, enemies, quests, and alchemy. Updated 09/06/2019.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Introduction
  2. 2
    Starter Tips
  3. 3
    Galleon Minerva
  4. 4
    The Town of Arvantville
  5. 5
    Getting to Zangetsu
  6. 6
    Getting a Giant Hand
  7. 7
    The Iron Marquess
  8. 8
    Twin Dragons
  9. 9
    Crazy Train
  10. 10
    Bathin and the Reflector Rays
  11. 11
    A Friendly Favor
  12. 12
    Bloodbath
  13. 13
    A Song of Water and Sand
  14. 14
    Double Dealings
  15. 15
    Disco Inferno
  16. 16
    Demon of the Orient
  17. 17
    Gremory Revealed
  18. 18
    In Cold Pursuit
  19. 19
    Exorcising Demons
  20. 20
    Castle Cleanup - Post-game

Additional Sections:

  • Secret Bosses
  • Maps, Chests, and Points of Interest (Galleon, Arvantville, Entrance, Garden; Cathedral, Towers, Machina, Termination; Bridge, UG Lab, Waterway, Desert; Secret Lab, Inferno, Oriental Lab, Den, Tomb)
  • Enemies (1-25, 26-50, 51-75, 76-105, Bosses: 106-116, Bosses: 117-127)
  • Quests (Lindsay's Quests, Abigail's Quests, Susie's Quests, Benjamin's Quests)
  • Alchemy (Tips and How-To, Items You Don't Need to Craft, Food and Supplies Recipe Index, Weapon and Ammo Recipe Index, Protective Gear Recipe Index, Shard Crafting and Enhancement Index)
  • Appendix (Level Chart, Weapons and Ammo, Protective Gear, Shards, Items)
  • Achievements
  • Thanks
  • Contact
  • Legal
  • Version History
Tips
  • This guide was updated on 09/06/2019 and was a FAQ of the Month Winner in August 2019.
  • The guide is available for PS4.

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