Castlevania: Symphony of the Night is a platform game with role-playing elements.
The player controls a vampire named Alucard, who wages an endless war with Dracula. The game is inspired by Castlevania: Dracula X and is traditionally designed in a side-view perspective. Although the PlayStation platform allows for 3D graphics and various visual effects, the developers decided to abandon the classic 2D style and provide it with multiple opportunities for character development. Unlike other role-playing games, the player can develop their character by gaining experience, enhancing their attributes, and purchasing new equipment. A number of abilities are also available that allow for attack and defense.
The player controls a vampire named Alucard, who wages an endless war with Dracula. The game is inspired by Castlevania: Dracula X and is traditionally designed in a side-view perspective. Although the PlayStation platform allows for 3D graphics and various visual effects, the developers decided to abandon the classic 2D style and provide it with multiple opportunities for character development. Unlike other role-playing games, the player can develop their character by gaining experience, enhancing their attributes, and purchasing new equipment. A number of abilities are also available that allow for attack and defense.