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Castlevania: Symphony of the Night

Original title: Akumajo Dracula X: Gekka no Yasokyoku
  • Video Game
  • 1997
  • T
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9.1/10
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Castlevania: Symphony of the Night (1997)
Dark FantasyVampire HorrorActionAdventureFantasyHorror

In 1797, Shaft manages to regain power through a curse placed on Richter Belmont. Four years later, Dracula's son Alucard awakens from his eternal slumber, intent on destroying his evil fath... Read allIn 1797, Shaft manages to regain power through a curse placed on Richter Belmont. Four years later, Dracula's son Alucard awakens from his eternal slumber, intent on destroying his evil father once and for all.In 1797, Shaft manages to regain power through a curse placed on Richter Belmont. Four years later, Dracula's son Alucard awakens from his eternal slumber, intent on destroying his evil father once and for all.

  • Director
    • Toru Hagihara
  • Writers
    • Koji Igarashi
    • Toshiharu Furukawa
  • Stars
    • Robert Belgrade
    • Ramsay Scott
    • Kimberly Forsythe
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    9.1/10
    2K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Toru Hagihara
    • Writers
      • Koji Igarashi
      • Toshiharu Furukawa
    • Stars
      • Robert Belgrade
      • Ramsay Scott
      • Kimberly Forsythe
    • 22User reviews
    • 5Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Robert Belgrade
    • Alucard
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    Ramsay Scott
    • Richter Belmont
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    • (as Scott McCulloch)
    Kimberly Forsythe
    • Maria Renard
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    Michael Guinn
    Michael Guinn
    • Count Vlad Dracula
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    • (as Michael G.)
    Barbara Whitlow
    • Succubus
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    Dennis Falt
    • Death
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    • …
    Alison Lester
    • Lisa Farenheights
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    Jeff Manning
    • Shaft
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    Ryôtarô Okiayu
    Ryôtarô Okiayu
    • Alucard
    • (voice)
    Kiyoyuki Yanada
    • Richter Belmont
    • (voice)
    • …
    Chisa Yokoyama
    Chisa Yokoyama
    • Maria Renard
    • (voice)
    Norio Wakamoto
    Norio Wakamoto
    • Dracula
    • (voice)
    Rica Fukami
    • Succubus
    • (voice)
    • …
    Masaharu Satô
    • Death
    • (voice)
    • …
    Hekiru Shiina
    • Faerie Familiar
    • (voice)
    • …
    Jôji Yanami
    Jôji Yanami
    • Demon Familiar
    • (voice)
    • …
    Kyle Hebert
    Kyle Hebert
    • Master Librarian
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    • …
    Wendee Lee
    Wendee Lee
    • Succubus
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    • …
    • Director
      • Toru Hagihara
    • Writers
      • Koji Igarashi
      • Toshiharu Furukawa
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    User reviews22

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    10Gryphon-19

    Nocturnal Fun

    The Castlevania series is a long and respected one, and this one may be the best out of them all. With the massive choice of weapons and armor, a kickass storyline, very good voice acting, and a moving soundtrack, this game is a must play for Castlevania fans.
    10Mosquiton99

    This Gothic game is a classic!!

    I love this game. It mixes my favorite aspects of side scrolling games like mega man with a great RPG system. Making the game a classic. The diologue and story are excellent. The graphics are great. It's just a cool game. It's a must have for sega saturn or sony playstation owners. If you like side scrollng games, rpg's, or vampire games etc. etc. GET THIS GAME!!
    The Josh Man

    Castlevania-Better Then Ever...

    Sure it's sort of an old game But hey its most likely the fan favorite of all CASTLEVANIA games. This game is so much different from all the other CV games such as Game play, Graphics, And Most of all Sound Voice And Score(music). These features make this game so great as it should be. Sure the Voice Acting can get cheesy at some points in the game but the INCREDIBLE game play makes up for all the flaws. The controls are outstanding and you can actually jump across a pit in this one as opposed to all the other NES CV GAMES! (a little inside joke to all CV players) But anyway this is probably the best CV game that KONAMI has released in a long time. So go buy this title or rent it today you wont be displeased. I know I wasn't!
    LifeVirusZERO

    My 3rd favorite video game

    This game is simply one of the best video games in existence. It lets you basically do whatever you want, in an exploration style that is reminiscent of the Metroid games. It still has those classic Castlevania elements, such as various sub-weapons including the axe, holy water, and dagger. Not to mention some really awesome music. Years ago I paid 30 dollars for the soundtrack to this game, and it was well worth it. Several endings are unlockable, which is always a plus. The storyline of the entire Castlevania series is very, very deep; and this particular game is no exception. If you enjoy freedom, awesome music, and RPG elements in a sidescroller, then this game is definitely for you.
    10Ian Livingstone

    Outstanding

    This is the best Playstation game I have ever played, and by far the best of the Castlevania series.

    Great music, spectacular gameplay, a recommendation to anyone.

    Also a unforgettable storyline and alot of replayability.

    10 out of 10.

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    • Trivia
      First Castlevania game to separate from the "stage-by-stage" gameplay of earlier games, and create a more Metroid-esque play experience, which also featured RPG elements (leveling up, equipping new stuff, item usage, etc.)
    • Goofs
      Objects can be found such as the Alucard Family Shield and the Alucard Family Sword. Since Dracula is the head of the family, the objects should be referred to as Dracula Family objects.
    • Quotes

      Richter Belmont: Die, monster! You don't belong in this world!

      Dracula: It is not by my hand that I am once again given flesh. I was brought here by humans who wish to pay me tribute.

      Richter Belmont: Tribute? You steal mens' souls and make them your slaves!

      Dracula: Perhaps the same could be said of all religions...

      Richter Belmont: Your words are as empty as your soul. Mankind ill needs a savior such as you.

      Dracula: What is a man?

      [tosses goblet, which breaks]

      Dracula: A miserable little pile of secrets. But enough talk, HAVE AT YOU!

    • Alternate versions
      The version released for the Sega Saturn in Japan suffered from some glitches in comparison to the Playstation version, but also included two very large extras. One was the ability to play as Richter Belmont throughout the entire game from the start, instead of having to complete the game and enter a special code as your name. The other was to be able to play as Maria, also from the very beginning.
    • Connections
      Featured in Playstation Underground Volume 2 (1997)
    • Soundtracks
      I Am the Wind
      (Ending Theme)

      Written by Tony Haynes, Jeff Lorber & Rika Muranaka

      Arranged by Jeff Lorber & Rika Muranaka

      Performed by Gerald Albright (sax), Louis Conte (percussion), Cynthia Harrell (lead vocal/back chorus),

      Jeff Lorber (keyboards), Rika Muranaka (keyboards), Nate Phillips (bass),

      , John Robinson (drums) & Michael Thompson (guitar)

      Produced by Rika Muranaka

      Recorded by Robert Chinelli, Eric Greedy, Jeff Lorber & Larry Mah

      Mixed by Al Schmitt

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    • Release date
      • October 2, 1997 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • Japan
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • 悪魔城ドラキュラX 月下の夜想曲
    • Production company
      • Konami Computer Entertainment
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