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''For other uses of the word [[Succubus]], see [[Succubus (disambiguation)]].''



{{Infobox video game
|title          = Darkstalkers Resurrection
|image          = [[File:Darkstalkers_Resurrection_Logo.png|250px]]
|caption        =
|developer      = Iron Galaxy Studios
|publisher      = Capcom
|director       = 
|producer       = Derek Neal<ref name="Joystiq"/>
|composer       = 
|series         = ''[[Darkstalkers]]''
|engine         = 
|released       = March 14, 2013<ref>http://www.siliconera.com/2012/11/26/darkstalkers-resurrection-delayed-to-march/</ref>
|genre          = Fighting game
|modes          = Single-player<br>Multiplayer video game
|platforms      = PlayStation 3 (PlayStation Network)<br>Xbox 360 (Xbox Live Arcade)
|media          = Download
}}

'''''Darkstalkers Resurrection''''', known as {{nihongo|'''''Vampire Resurrection'''''|ヴァンパイア リザレクション|Vanpaia Rizarekushon}}<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.siliconera.com/2012/10/21/capcom-confirms-darkstalkers-resurrection-will-be-released-in-japan/|date=2012-10-21|accessdate=2012-10-21|last=Yip|first=Spencer|publisher=Siliconera|title=Capcom Confirms Darkstalkers Resurrection Will Be Released In Japan}}</ref> in Japan, is an upcoming fighting game in the ''[[Darkstalkers]]'' series by Capcom. It is a compilation of ''[[Night Warriors: Darkstalkers' Revenge]]'' and ''[[Darkstalkers 3]]'' and is currently under development by Iron Galaxy Studios.<ref name="Joystiq">{{cite web|url=http://www.joystiq.com/2012/10/11/capcom-announces-darkstalkers-resurrection-at-nycc/|date=2012-10-11|accessdate=2012-10-12|last=Mallory|first=Jordan|publisher=Joystiq|title=Capcom announces Darkstalkers Resurrection at NYCC}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.computerandvideogames.com/372761/capcom-unveils-new-darkstalkers-for-xbla-psn/|date=2012-10-12|accessdate=2012-10-15|last=Robinson|first=Andy|publisher=CVG|title=Capcom unveils new Darkstalkers for XBLA, PSN}}</ref> The update features HD visuals, online multiplayer, replay sharing, spectator mode, and in-game unlockables. The downloadable title will be released on the PlayStation Network and Xbox Live Arcade in early 2013.<ref name="Unity">{{cite web|url=http://www.capcom-unity.com/brelston/blog/2012/10/11/darkstalkers-resurrection-coming-to-xbla-psn-in-2013|date=2012-10-11|accessdate=2012-10-12|last=Elston|first=Brett|publisher=Capcom-Unity|title=Darkstalkers Resurrection coming to XBLA, PSN in 2013}}</ref><ref name="Verge">{{cite web|url=http://www.theverge.com/gaming/2012/10/11/3490410/capcom-unveils-new-old-darkstalkers-game|date=2012-10-11|accessdate=2012-10-12|last=Crecente|first=Brian|publisher=The Verge|title='Darkstalkers Resurrection' bundle brings back second and third franchise titles}}</ref> As in the previous games in this series, the succubi sisters [[Morrigan Aensland]] and [[Lilith Aensland]] appear as playable characters and foes.

==Gameplay==
[[Image:DarkstalkersResurrectionPoster.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Promotional Poster for the Darkstalkers Resurrection video game]]
''Darkstalkers Resurrection'' features online play and other new enhancements in the same respect to Iron Galaxy Studios' previous Capcom arcade re-releases ''Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike Online Edition'' and ''Marvel vs. Capcom Origins''. The game utilizes the GGPO netcode to provide smooth online gameplay.<ref name="Joystiq"/> Matchmaking follows in the footsteps of Iron Galaxy Studios' earlier products and introduces additional options such as region matching and ping display.<ref name="Verge"/> Aside from the standard ranked and player matches, ''Resurrection'' also includes an online tournament mode.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.capcom-unity.com/dubindoh/blog/2012/11/23/more-updates-on-the-sfxtk-ver-2013-balance-tweaks-darkstalkers-resurrection|date=2012-11-23|accessdate=2012-11-27|last=Araujo|first=Yuri|publisher=Capcom-Unity|title=More updates on the SFXTK Ver. 2013 balance tweaks + Darkstalkers Resurrection}}</ref> The game adds HD filtering with multiple viewing options, YouTube replay uploads, eight-player lobbies and a tutorial mode which provides in-depth tips to the mechanics of the game.<ref name="Unity"/> Players who complete in-game challenges receive points which can be redeemed to unlock bonus content via the "Vault" system, including custom artwork by Imaginary Friends Studios] Stanley "Artgerm" Lau concept art, videos, and other rewards.<ref name="Unity"/><ref name="Verge2">{{cite web|url=http://www.theverge.com/gaming/2012/10/14/3498978/darkstalkers-resurrection-is-a-nuanced-tribute-to-fans-of-an-arcade|date=2012-10-14|accessdate=2012-10-15|last=Crecente|first=Brian|publisher=The Verge|title='Darkstalkers Resurrection' is a nuanced tribute to fans of an arcade classic}}</ref>

==Development==
''Darkstalkers Resurrection'' was announced by Capcom executive producer, Yoshinori Ono, during the ''Street Fighter'' 25th Anniversary panel at New York Comic-Con on October 11, 2012.<ref name="Verge"/><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2012/10/11/nycc-darkstalkers-is-back|date=2012-10-11|accessdate=2012-10-16|last=Clements|first=Ryan|publisher=IGN|title=NYCC: Darkstalkers is Back}}</ref> According to Capcom USA senior vice president Christian Svensson, ''Resurrection'' had been in development for about a year before its announcement.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.siliconera.com/2012/10/15/darkstalkers-resurrection-has-been-in-development-for-a-year/|date=2012-10-15|accessdate=2012-10-15|last=Sahdev|first=Ishaan|publisher=Siliconera|title=Darkstalkers Resurrection Has Been In Development For A Year}}</ref> When the time to decide whether ''Night Warriors: Darkstalkers' Revenge'' or ''Darkstalkers 3'' would receive the HD treatment arrived during planning cycles, ''Resurrection'' producer Derek Neal revealed that his team was "agonizing over which to release."<ref name="Joystiq"/> Due to the divide in the community's preference between the two titles, Capcom opted to release both instead as a dual pack.<ref name="Joystiq"/> Neal stated that games would be left unchanged in terms of balance and priority with the intention of remaining faithful to the original arcade versions.<ref name="Verge2"/><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamrreview.com/preview/89414/a-return-to-form-in-darkstalkers-resurrection|date=2012-10-11|accessdate=2012-10-16|last=Matulich|first=Chris|publisher=GamrReview|title=A Return to Form in Darkstalkers: Resurrection - Preview}}</ref>

==References==
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==External links==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Darkstalkers_Resurrection The original source of this page at Wikipedia]
*[http://www.capcom.co.jp/VR/ Official website in Japanese]

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