Castlevania II: Simon's Quest | NES | Nintendo Entertainment System

About the Game

Castlevania II: Simon's Quest is the second game in the Castlevania series. After the vampire killer Simon Belmont destroyed Count Dracula in the previous game , an evil curse possessed him. The only way Simon can break the count's curse is to find five of Dracula's body parts (which are mysteriously strewn throughout Transylvania) and burn them. At its core, the gameplay-wise, Simon's Quest is quite different from its predecessor, combining side-scrolling action and platforming with strong role-playing elements.

Story & Setting

The game world is divided into outdoor areas, dungeon-like mansions containing crucial quest items, and towns, where Simon can talk to non-player characters, rest, and buy items in shops.

Gameplay & Core Systems

The game does not feature the traditional stages but allows players to freely roam the land of Transylvania in the style of Nintendo's Metroid . The RPG elements are present in character growth, monetary system, and weapon upgrades. The same hearts also function as experience points: after Simon has accumulated a set amount, he levels up and his attributes are increased.

Standout Features

• Some areas can only be accessed by equipping and using specific items that must be bought or found.
• Simon's initial whip can be replaced by more powerful variants that can be purchased in various towns.
• A major part of the experience is a day and night cycle that occurs at accelerated pace in real time.

Modes & Ways to Play

Player support includes 1 Player.