Every Version of Castlevania "Simon's Theme" ever

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

Join the Discord Server:discord.gg/uWV7qzX Timestamps for mobile users: 00:00 Super Castlevania IV (SNES) 03:10 Akumajō Dracula (Sharp X68000) 06:11 Akumajō Dracula (Sharp X68000, MIDI RolandCM-64 ver.) 09:24 Akumajō Dracula (Sharp X68000, MIDI RolandSC-55 ver.) 12:34 Castlevania: Bloodlines/ The New Generation (Sega Genesis) 14:52 Akumajō Dracula X (OST Exclusive) 18:29 Castlevania: Chronicles (PSX) 21:50 Castlevania: Portrait of Ruin (NDS) 27:24 Castlevania: Portrait of Ruin (NDS, Arranged) 30:32 Castlevania: The Arcade (Arcade) 33:23 Castlevania: Harmony of Despair (XBox 360, PS3)

[@bigfoot5185]

Why did you put in comparison the castlevania blood lines with hall mode its very bad plz make the original its wayyyyy better

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

I don't understand you, sorry. What do you mean?

[@bigfoot5185]

@@castlevaniamusicforever sorry for my english The simon's theme of castlevania blood line that u get on the video is with hall effect like theatre effect not original sound

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

Now I understand what you say. It seems that it's a problem affecting all the tracks I've downloaded for Bloodlines, so for these old videos I can't do nothing for it, but I'll change files for the next time I'll use Bloodlines songs. Thank you!

[@zerotheero]

@@castlevaniamusicforever It sounded that way because it's from the Dracula X+Bloodlines combo OST and not from direct game capture. Not your fault, really.

[@michaelbunker8471]

I like the way Simon hates Dracula so much he lends his theme to games he's not even in to inspire his family to kick Dracula's ass too.

[@superiorgamedude]

I mean, Simon was always the biggest asshole of the Belmont clan. He went after Dracula just so he could become a legend.

[@domc8089]

Not just his family, but also fellow vampire hunters

[@YouOpaOpa]

@@superiorgamedude Lol he even revived Dracula just so he could kill him again!!! That's the apex of assholery!

[@superiorgamedude]

@@YouOpaOpa To be fair, he didn't have a choice the second time.

[@YouOpaOpa]

@@superiorgamedude lol true

[@dmtrsgrksrphl2501]

(Close to the end of the Dracula battle) Simon's theme kicks in as in: You've got this just keep going.

[@bradhedgehog12]

Yeah that’s when it’s REALLY on now!

[@zxKAOS1]

For _Super Castlevania_ , Love how as you're halfway through the battle with Dracula, it shifts to Simon Belmont's theme!

[@retro3188]

I checked, and that’s when Dracula has 5 bars of health left out of the standard 16-less than 33%.

[@My_Bones_Hurt]

That moment is a good example of “when the -doom- *CastleVania* music kicks in.

[@Gyrokun]

same for the final staircases in CV1 Sharp and Bloodlines

[@Miraihi]

There's something that strikes me in the themes of Simon Belmont and Richter Belmont (Opposing bloodlines). These compositions encapsule the spirit of the family like no other. Simon's theme has a bit of "Spooky" tunes, but overall embodies the spirit of a person with a power and courage to face all sorts of nightmarish creatures and an unwavering sense of duty. If he can't defeat Dracula, nobody can. Opposing Bloodlines, on the other hand, pictures the image of a true blue blood of the vampire hunters, a perfect breed blessed with hundreds of years of experience passed on by ancestors. Richter doesn't have a single doubt that he will overcome every obstacle, rescue his loved one and complete his family mission. Alas, he doesn't know yet that this arrogance is his biggest weakness.

[@ShadowRealmZ373]

slaps harder than a whip

[@justagundam]

The man who struck fear into Dracula, the unstoppable barbarian who saved his family's lineage, the Belmont who would cut a path for his predecessors and ancestors. The Legendary The Mighty The One and Only *SIMON BELMONT*

[@JamesPlaysGames95]

but he still cant swim or walk up stairs correctly

[@whybother5741]

@@JamesPlaysGames95 fuckin’ fair enough

[@nesisanesessity9944]

fuck yaaaaaaaaaa

[@chibishortdeath]

@@JamesPlaysGames95 In other words, he’s relatable.

[@VixXstazosJOB]

No, he can... SCV4 fixed that as well 😊

[@AIM7Sparrow]

I love that heartbeat sound of PoR version. Looks like the Belmont clan's will breathing in Jonathan Morris.

[@wallymeatson4430]

Thank you, you made that version 10 times better for me

[@arcenciel4637]

It's based on SC-55 version of X68k Simon's theme. The PoR arrange is based on the original SNES one in contrast.

[@one_step_sideways]

SC-55 version is better, the heartbeat also accelerates there

[@jaycranmer2001]

The one person who dislike was definitely Dracula

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

That monster......

[@jaycranmer2001]

Oh yeah i think the game haunted castle has a bloody tear and simon theme and its a different type of castlevania game

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

Haunted Castle does have a bloody tears version (fun fact: the song was supposed to appear first in that game, but for some reasons I can't remember they decided to use it in Castlevania 2 too), but there's no Simon Theme there.

[@somerandomdude6781]

@@castlevaniamusicforever it actually released on the famicom system first while the haunted castle remake came later that year

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

You're right, but the 2 games (iirc) were being developed in the same time. They just happened to use the same song in both games.

[@c4_kadalmen]

The adventure of 8 directions Whip Vampire Hunter

[@clessili]

Simon "Moonwalk" Belmont

[@MSRMK2013]

Castlevania Chronicles version always gives me goosebumps God, what a powerful theme!

[@patcahill3724]

Well to be honest, this is my favorite castlevania song. It's so great it kicks in at the 2nd part of Dracula's battle.

[@Gyrokun]

and on the final stage in multiple games

[@wallymeatson4430]

18:29 Is what you get when you turn power into music

[@microfighterz]

Love how they're all these epic scores but then the Dracula X version just makes you wanna dance

[@farribastarfyre]

I think the Roland SC-55, Sega Genesis, and Arcade are my favorite versions. As a Doom fan, the good ol' SC-55 _sings_ to me, the Genesis version is a very clean rendition of the track, and the Arcade version just flatly kicks ass.

[@aquamidideluxe5079]

The intro of the SNES version is much better than the intro later versions of the song had. It has this simple, ominous power to it, evoking something more wicked that's then countered by the dramatic buildup afterwards. It's a perfect start to the song, and to Super Castlevania IV in general. The other main intro is cool in a different way, but doesn't carry that same feeling.

[@-Ryu]

I never thought I'd like the idea of Simon's Theme being played in one of Richter's games, but the OST exclusive makes me think it could've worked REALLY well, especially if you think of how many other previous themes are in Rondo of Blood.

[@Gyrokun]

I always wished they'd used it for the final level/staircase theme instead of lazily rehashing Poison Mind ngl, it was probably such a lackluster choice that Symphony took it upon itself to spruce up that exciting moment with the new Prologue track 😂

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

I should make clear what changed between the old and the new video: -The version from the 68K (original) has a proper loop and ends right; -Two songs added: the remix from the OST of Dracula X and from the arranged OST of Portrait of Ruin (thanks to those who told me about these). That's all for this video, but here I'll also give some info about future plans: I'll obviously continue to post compilations video (next one on Friday 3rd), but I'm also planning to revisit the Vampire Killer and Bloody Tears video (the 2 oldest that need some correction and also some new songs that I've found in these months) and, after the compilation "season" of my channel, I'll start uploading individual songs from each game (the OST from a pretty obscure one could be uploaded even on January, who knows), all done with my style (not just boring images of games logo or such). I thank all of you for watching my videos and making my channel grow each day of its life. See you next week and have a great 2020!

[@HsienKoMeiLingFormerYANG]

A epic *dance* between the Holy Man and Dark Illusionary. Check out Patricio Herrera N64 ver of Simon and careful listen Henry rescued children theme.

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

I've listened to other Patricio's remixes, but never to that. While the song is really good and catches the feel of CV64, the "children rescued" part isn't 100% the same.

[@las4gna84]

If the Holy Man is Simon, *so we gonna call Christopher as Holy*

[@MrPatoHerrera12]

I'll never forget a comment for the Akumajo Dracula X (OST exclussive) 14:52 the Van Damme version, lol. My favorite is the arranged ost from PoR. When the original started to play my brother and I were like "YESSS" and then a very strong contrast and a powerful arranged version. It reminds me a lot to the PSX2 casltevania's soundtrack. Thanks for sharing these videos. I belive I started to follow your twitter account just a few days algo, hehe. I hope you are fine, my friend.

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

WHY DID KZbin PUT THIS COMMENT IN SPAM!!!! I'm so much happy to see a comment from you. I'm a big fan of your channel!

[@blackwidow7804]

Damn now i can literally see Van Damme training behind this song.

[@MaskMan191]

The Akumajo Dracula X version is so awesome.

[@RockyVegaTV]

I agree. Probably my favorite cause it's so smooth and atmospheric.

[@retro3188]

Those opening vocals!

[@Undertaker1986]

I love Super Castlevania IV and Castlevania: Bloodlines versions.

[@AnEnginerd]

Castlevania 4 and the Arcade are the best versions! Thanks for sharing them all!

[@robinthedragonhunter64]

Am I the only one who thinks all the versions of this song should have opened up with that organ melody at the start But anyways this song is my favourite song in the game and it’s top 4 in the series only beat out by lament of innocence Leon’s theme and beginnings from dawn of sorrow and heart of fire\dont wait until night from aria of sorrow

[@JoshuaRWorkman]

That Akumajo Dracula X OST version was bangin', but as good as that and Castlevania: The Arcade were, nothing will ever top the SNES version in my book.

[@trvrboggs]

The NDS Arranged at the 27:24 point is from Super Castlevania from the SNES. It’s the song and version that made me love that game so much. Made me feel like a super hero 🥷🏾

[@TheIggyChannel]

Listen from 28:30 onwards, you'll be surprised!

[@realevostevo]

Thanx for putting this together. I've been trying to find a remix of Belmont's theme that I heard some time ago but I can't for the life of me remember where I heard it. I figured it was from one of the many games but...sigh...looks like I might have dig around more.

[@TheBestAround131]

Richter may be my favorite Belmont, but Simon really does have the best theme. All of the other Belmont's themes got this badass vampire hunter vibe, but this theme? It's got an extra layer of divine providence thrown in: God has ordained that Dracula's gonna die tonight. P.S. If the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra of London does an orchestral cover of the Castlevania Chronicles version of Simon's theme, I will die a very happy man.

[@marcuscoker796]

I love Richter the greatest Belmont ever to grace Castlevania, Period!!

[@alex_belmont]

tbh Richter sucks, the weakest Belmont in the series

[@marcuscoker796]

@@alex_belmont sorry but gamewise he was definitely the best to play and the coolest

[@alex_belmont]

@@marcuscoker796 it’s hard to define which one is best in gameplay because Castlevania games were released on very different platforms, but storywise Richter is clearly the most miserable of Belmonts

[@marcuscoker796]

@@alex_belmont I agree with what you are saying but he is an op broken character on sotn thats for sure lol

[@demogeymidge2997]

Bloodlines still has to be my favorite just for the drop it has at like the 1 minute mark

[@byonemesis]

Of all the versions which re-worked the original one from Super Castlevania IV, the "Arcade" version feels more modern, yet still retains Simon Belmont's vibes the most... I wouldn't be surprised if this song was included in a fan remake of Super Castlevania IV (which I still consider a remake of the very first Castlevania/Akumajou Dracula)

[@kamikaze4172]

I'm glad some of the newer ones kept the original opening. It doesn't feel complete without it. It goes well when he's seen praying before he goes to face Dracula. Before the music fully kicks in, the gates swing open, and a trail of Holy Ruin lays waste to those of the Damned

[@virgogaming6488]

The Chronicles version gives me chills.

[@LokoJoe6]

The Dracula X is odd due the "lyrics" but still pretty good, i wasn't expecting that on the theme XD

[@saar2392]

The most renowned of vampire Hunters

[@associatedpotato7623]

Simon's Theme in Castlevania Chronicles has to be my favourite of all! The opening of it too, truly majestic and ecstatic. I really can't wait for Castlevania Nocturne :D

[@seld2040]

Is incredible how Castlevania: The Arcade has the best arrangements.

[@masterkraft4746]

The FM romantic synth one ( track 6 ) is quite refreshing lol

[@francisnguyen6349]

Amazing Castlevania Soundtrack.

[@raandromedapromesium]

私は日本人です。この楽曲はゲームをしながら、そしてCDでも数え切れないほど聴いています。。KONAMIのドラキュラのシリーズは本当に作曲が秀逸だと思っています。

[@HBKJeff]

🎶MAN WHO WAS IN THE STUDIO?!?!🎶

[@Gyrokun]

Both Simon and God himself

[@YouOpaOpa]

Wait... this song isn't in Smash??? That's criminal!

[@gv82089]

It is, both the OG and the Arcade version

[@superiorgamedude]

The best will always be Super Castlevania 4. So glad they brought it back for Smash Ultimate.

[@secondbestjojo1300]

I like rondo, chronicles and bloodlines more but its still great

[@catakuri6678]

12:34 is my favorite :)

[@diseasicon]

The Bloodlines version is mine as well. Although it may not be the best objectively in terms of composition, it has a totally different feel than all the others. All the other versions are somewhat upbeat and kind of pump you up. The Bloodlines version is very dark and foreboding, fitting where it is placed in the game, and the atmosphere of the stage.

[@bigfoot5185]

In this video he record it with hall music mode bad version

[@nanamoke1357]

I think the echo in this version makes it all the more heart-wrenching. You ARE walking down the halls of a huge castle, after all, ready for the final battle.

[@marcuscoker796]

Super Castlevania is my fave but bloodlines is awesome too

[@wallymeatson4430]

I like how it makes the "stage passed" bit from SCV4 sound more triumphant

[@domc8089]

I don't care if I get hate for this, but the Bloodlines version is the best rendition of all time.

[@wolker213]

100%

[@ChrisBelmont]

Facts

[@BeanMan157]

Bloodlines is a underrated game: his OST put Michiru on the map of glory, and people only know about because of PoR

[@TheStandardBearer]

I needed this in my life. 🤜💥🤛

[@detectivesky6123]

i think you might have accidentally put in the snes version again right before the arranged version of portrait of ruin's version

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

Don't worry, listen to the whole thing, and you'll see it's a different song :)

[@nuyorican91st]

Funky ass vamp killer music

[@_gon]

Amazing!

[@LateNightPerson]

New version discovered in a Super Castlevania IV proto a few months ago

[@ElFreakinCid]

tfw when halfway through the fight, Dracula's the one asking "Why do I hear boss music?"

[@RyoSakazakiFans]

This BGM is so nice.

[@luisreyes1963]

18:29 Simon Belmont...Full Cowling...100%!

[@l187r4]

And now there is a new one. Dead cells joins the roster.

[@CyberDragon10K]

You can tell someone's a snob when they hold up Vampire Killer as Simon's theme over any of these. My favorite contrast is going from the X68000 renditions straight to the Chronicles remake. Between this and Tower of Dolls, the sense of _power_ from the instrumentation and composition leave quite an impact. The Arcade is still my personal favorite of them all though. Konami _needs_ to get off their asses and port that to a modern home console so you don't have to hunt down the goddamn cabinet at an actual arcade to experience that game...

[@JasperTedVidalTale]

I Hope That Castlevania Arcade Will Have a PC Port

[@HsienKoMeiLingFormerYANG]

@Jasper Ted Vidal Tale Wii and possibly PS move port is lot suitable ideal to me.

[@JasperTedVidalTale]

@@HsienKoMeiLingFormerYANG But I'm A PC Gamer So Mouse Will Do The Job

[@HsienKoMeiLingFormerYANG]

@Jasper Ted Vidal Tale That lame because it much RTS for me. Arcade was originally 2009. So fitting in Wii motion mode. Just Dance 2020 even got recent releases.

[@ChristianCastle]

The first part of Arranged version from Portrait Of Ruin for NDS sounds similar to Super Castlevania IV's.

[@Warlord2100]

Generations easily has my favorite version of the theme.

[@KCB05_Cosplays]

Love the Bloodlines version!

[@coreymurray432]

"Well, ya see-SEE-see, see-see-SEE, see-see-SEE-see-see-see-see, Bobby, sometimes things that are jokes SEEM a little mean, but they're actually funny." "Oh, I see -" "NO."

[@monocleenthusiast2381]

please send link to this video

[@coreymurray432]

@@monocleenthusiast2381 kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqXQfJiMo8h9aLs (song starts at 5:01)

[@monocleenthusiast2381]

@@coreymurray432 thanks

[@coreymurray432]

@@monocleenthusiast2381 No problem :)

[@thedoozydan]

Who the fuck even dislikes this shit, it's a compilation of songs not a political opinion or something cringe

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

Go figure it out :/

[@splurgyreal]

because of comments like these. people, including me (if i didnt like simons theme enough to keep it liked) will see this and dislike it just to spite you. not joking, refrain from saying things like these

[@DudeWheresMyJo-Car]

So glad I grew up with a Super Nintendo. Sorry, Genesis nerds

[@VixXstazosJOB]

That's OK, we still have BLOODLINES though.

[@TheLeviathan1293]

There is a new version now!

[@jojojojo4332]

This misses the beta version now

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

I know 😔 Maybe by September I'll release the extensions I made for the CV4 prototype...

[@notchinham316]

You forgot the Stage Clear jingle from CV4.

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

Sure I did! I'll add it to the description tomorrow.

[@ChaosMissile]

@@castlevaniamusicforever Yeah, I was thinking you missed out the "All Clear" from ReBirth as well, which was used stupidly well: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZ-mfatqr9mtZsU

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

That answer didn't age well. Thank you for also reminding me of putting the Adventure ReBirth theme!

[@joels5150]

Whoa, how can you leave out the Dracula Battle: Perfect Selection version?!?

[@JamesDziezynski]

The SNES version is perfect, it's my favorite of the bunch. The SharpX68000 bassline for the version at 3:10 is pretty cool, though. The only ones I don't care for are the ones that go over the top -

[@hobbit0526]

Simon proud of this

[@1080Frostbite]

Who is this "Simon Belmont" guy? I only know of Simon Belmondo.

[@jarrettebaker7]

Simon Belmont is the same person as Simon Belmondo. Only difference is Simon Belmont is the Nintendo English name while Simon Belmondo is his Japanese name. Hey Castlevania Music Forever, thanks for posting these songs.

[@1080Frostbite]

@@jarrettebaker7 You are correct. I was making a playful jab at the credits of the first Castlevania. I was unaware at the time that is what he is called in Japan.

[@Antonio_NetoH]

Bloodlines is awesome!!!!

[@ezrawyvern6795]

And here I was hoping to find the theme when you rescue a child in Legacy Of Darkness.

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

I tried soo much to get that jingle but there were no rips online at the time and couldn't emulate the game myself to record it :((((

[@ezrawyvern6795]

@@castlevaniamusicforever Pretty unfortunate, really.

[@ezrawyvern6795]

@@castlevaniamusicforeverI will say, you tend to be very thorough with these videos. Maybe one day you'll be able to come across that one. EDIT: And also, thank you for the likes!

[@GR_east_japan]

シモンのテーマは、X68000版の悪魔城ドラキュラが一番好きです！😊

[@IvyBrooksHobkin]

Do know you have missed multiple games for certain songs, symphong of the night in particular for bloody tears and vampire killer

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

No I didn't? I'm pretty sure that SotN songs are in both videos too.

[@TheBanishedWind]

I like how PoR NDS changed the main verse a bit (22:18 22:26 and 23:33)

[@ghosttiee9212]

Iv and bloodlines king 👑

[@sriram.r4468]

Which Version of Simon Belmont you like? a) Barbarian Version (NES,SNES,SUPER SMASH BROS) b) Simon's quest (NES) c) Blue hair coloured Simon (HAUNTED CASTLE - CASTLEVANIA ARCADE) d) Ayami kojima version (CASTLEVANIA CHRONICLES) e) Lords of shadow Version f) Contra hard corps Cameo- Simon Belmondo g) Judgement version 🤮

[@sriram.r4468]

My favourite is Barbarian Version, and Simon's quest version.

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

Barbarian Version, because he's my main in Smash!

[@one_step_sideways]

Barbarian version is chad version

[@TheSolBlader]

What about the Captain N version?

[@BeanMan157]

Barbarian is the official, shows up on grimoire of souls (the latest game until now)

[@abner6943]

I watched all the video witout any pause

[@bigztree64]

When did this theme play in portrait of ruin? Can’t remember exactly.

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

It's an extra theme in the music player unlocked when you beat the game

[@bigztree64]

Ahh ok👌

[@natesroomrule]

The Arcade version sound Legit, though Chronicles is the best updated version. Xbox 360 is close second. The OST version is the best if your not expecting it to have any type of chiptune sound which gives it its character.

[@briantaylor9285]

*Moonwalks up stairs*

[@baaaldur]

Chronicles takes the cake for once

[@ChrisBelmont]

Bloodlines, Harmony of Despair, and the Arcade > all of the others

[@gv82089]

OG >>>>

[@bubbythebear6891]

Was the Bloodlines version recorded in a cave?

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

The garbage source I took the songs from is at fault 😭

[@bubbythebear6891]

@@castlevaniamusicforever Oh well, it's still badass.

[@Gyrokun]

this upload of it definitely was lmao

[@heavymetalmixer91]

i think you forgot one: The Naoto Shibata version :v

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

Album remixes are not counted, only in-game versions or game OSTs ones.

[@rhob2422]

The Sega Genesis version sounds the best. But the Arcade version is in a different league.

[@Hatsunari_Kamado]

All version rated + SC4: The song is very good, the "da-da-dan" is kinda long... + Dorakyuura X68K: Sharp always nailed the MIDI part... (Roland CM-63 seems more detail, while Roland SC-55 is sound very good, first main tone is ressemble to the chapel pipe piano...) + Bloodlines: This is the only track that Genesis' MIDI chip didn't screwed up... + Dracula X OST Exclusive: The tone is unique for non-gaming track... + Chronicles: The most epic track i ever heard in the PS1! + PoR: When Chronicles version is covered on the NDS... The arranged version is kinda mixed between Rondo of Blood and SC4... + Arcade: Rocking version i ever heard? + Harmony of Despair: Very heroic feel, again cannot beat Aquarius...

[@one_step_sideways]

X68K has YM2151 sound chip, one of the best sound chips to be used in videogames

[@daltonharmon1018]

When he forgets bloodlines.

[@kinnikuboneman]

Bloodlines is featured

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

When I don't forget Bloodlines 🤯

[@daltonharmon1018]

@@castlevaniamusicforever I'm just crazy lol. Or blind idk anymore. Sorry for the false alarm

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

This type of comments always scare me ahahaha

[@wolker213]

Something is wrong with Bloodlines version, it has bad quality.

[@castlevaniamusicforever]

Yeah, in first videos I had bad rips of Bloodlines' and Judgment's OSTs :(

[@kirbaran2039]

So... hear me out. Castlevania Advance is, as far as I can tell, based on the Netflix animated series. Then why in the world is there a Simon theme?! HE ISN'T EVEN TREVOR'S DAD! Edit: i neant arcade srry💀💀

[@Gyrokun]

same reason why Bloodlines (and Portrait, kinda) had one I like to imagine that it plays whenever Simon's presence invisibly descends from the heavens to offer strength and support to the holder of the VK whip as they ascend the final staircase like he once did in CV1 Sharp, because it only plays there in the games where a _non-belmont_ is the protagonist (John and Johnathan Morris, Eric Lecarde, and CV Arcade's unnamed Vampire Hunter) In other words, it's like his heroic voice is reminding the player, "you need not fear the night atop these steps any longer, young one, for my power and legacy are in your hands"