All full-motion video (FMV) sequences were removed to meet original XBLA file size limits.
While largely identical to the PS1 version, this release has specific tweaks: Castlevania: Symphony of the Night XBLA - Xbox ...
Allows simultaneous use of the D-pad and analog sticks. Key Secrets & Cheats All full-motion video (FMV) sequences were removed to
The Xbox Live Arcade (XBLA) version of Castlevania: Symphony of the Night (SotN) is a direct port of the North American PlayStation 1 original, known for having and less slowdown . It is fully backwards compatible and can be played on Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S consoles. XBLA Version Features & Differences It is fully backwards compatible and can be
: Starts Alucard with 99 Luck and a Lapis Lazuli but significantly reduced health and strength.
The original ending credits song, "I Am the Wind," was replaced with "Admiration of Clan" due to licensing reasons.
You can enter these codes as your name when starting a new game after beating the game at least once: