In my opionion this is the best CASTLEVANIA out there. This is a 2D game with some nice 3D backgrounds. You have alot of different weapons, spells, and other helpful items that lend support in your long journey. The enemies are very cool to look at (nice animation) however, that doesn't stop you from wanting to shead much blood. The game carries a "T" for "TEEN' rating. There is quite a bit of blood in the game which is cool. I'm telling you right now and many of you know this..CASTLEVANIA: SYMPHONY OF THE NIGHT is HUGE. You will have to back track alot in the game. With that being said, I will also say that even though you do alot of back tracking the game never feels repetitious. The gameplay gets a 100% without a second thought. If you own a PS1, dust it off and buy this masterpiece.