Product Overview
- Product Name: Castlevania Symphony of the Night
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Like New
- Disc Condition: No scratches / Scratch free
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What's Included
- PS1 Game Disc: Yes
- Disc Count: 1
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Case Artwork: Yes
- Jewel Case*: Yes
- Extras:
Game Description
Castlevania: Symphony of the Night stands as one of the greatest and most influential video games ever created—a defining masterpiece in Konami’s legendary franchise. Released for the PlayStation 1 in 1997, this landmark title reinvented the series with open-ended exploration, deep RPG mechanics, and atmospheric storytelling that forever changed the action-adventure genre. Players step into the role of Alucard, the half-human son of Count Dracula, as he awakens from his slumber to uncover the mystery behind his father’s castle’s sudden reappearance. What follows is an unforgettable journey through one of gaming’s most hauntingly beautiful worlds.
Blending platforming, combat, and role-playing depth, Symphony of the Night introduced a revolutionary non-linear structure—allowing players to explore Dracula’s Castle at their own pace, uncovering secret passages, hidden relics, and powerful equipment. Every section of the castle drips with gothic atmosphere, from candlelit halls and clock towers to subterranean catacombs. The game’s elegant progression system, where exploration rewards curiosity and mastery, became the foundation for the now-iconic “Metroidvania” genre. Every encounter, every discovery, and every haunting melody contributes to an experience that feels both intimate and epic.
With its lush 2D sprite work, orchestral score, and timeless narrative of legacy and identity, Castlevania: Symphony of the Night transcends its era. It is not just a highlight of the PlayStation library—it’s a cornerstone of video game history. Praised by critics and fans alike for its artistry, atmosphere, and depth, it remains the standard by which all action-adventure games are measured. To this day, its influence echoes through generations of game design, making it an essential piece of any serious collector’s library.
Gameplay Features
- Explore the sprawling halls of Dracula’s Castle in a groundbreaking non-linear “Metroidvania” structure
- Play as Alucard, wielding swords, spells, and shape-shifting abilities to conquer demonic foes
- Gain experience, level up, and equip hundreds of weapons, armor pieces, and relics
- Dynamic map system encourages exploration, backtracking, and discovery of hidden secrets
- Atmospheric 2D visuals enhanced by lavish backgrounds and fluid animation
- Iconic soundtrack by Michiru Yamane, blending gothic symphony and haunting ambient tones
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Castlevania: Symphony of the Night was directed by Koji Igarashi and composed by Michiru Yamane, two creative forces who would go on to define the series’ modern identity. Upon release, the game broke convention by abandoning the traditional stage-based format of earlier Castlevania titles in favor of a vast, interconnected world filled with RPG-style progression. Though initially a modest commercial success, it later became one of the most celebrated cult classics in gaming history.
Its influence on game design was so profound that the term “Metroidvania” was coined to describe the exploration-driven hybrid genre it perfected. The soundtrack, featuring tracks like “Dracula’s Castle” and “Lost Painting,” is still revered as one of the greatest in gaming. For collectors and historians alike, owning Symphony of the Night means possessing a cornerstone of interactive art—a title that helped define not just the Castlevania franchise, but the very evolution of 2D action-adventure games.
Additional Details
- Variant: Black Label
- Genre: Action Adventure
- Year Released: 1997
- Publisher: Konami
- Developer: Konami
- ESRB Rating: T - Teen
- UPC: 083717170037
- SKU: 4310
- Format: Sony PlayStation 1 (PS1) video game disc
- Platform: Sony PlayStation 1 console (PS1 system)
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
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