THE FUSE

Symphony of the Night is a masterpiece. Dawn of Sorrow builds on the foundation Symphony laid with a tactical soul system that gives Soma Cruz one of the biggest arsenals in any Castlevania game. While metroidvanias in general are all about exploration and finding gear that lets you get even further, the soul system empowered gamers with an overwhelming number of play styles. It helped transform the classic formula into an experimental romp that made combat a joy. Add gorgeous visuals and arguably some of the catchiest music in the series, and you have the formula for one of the best Castlevania games ever made.