Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow is an action role-playing game developed by Konami, and released for the Game Boy Advance in 2003. It is the thirteenth installment in the Castlevania series and the sequel to Castlevania: Symphony of the Night.
The gameplay of Aria of Sorrow is similar to Symphony of the Night, with the player controlling Soma Cruz, a teenager with the ability to absorb the souls of the enemies he defeats. This allows Soma to utilize enemy skills and weapons, creating a diverse and creative combat system.
Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow is set in modern-day Japan after Dracula is defeated in the Symphony of the Night. Soma Cruz, a teenager living in a small town, is summoned to Castlevania by the spirit of Dracula. Here, Soma must face new challenges and enemies, and discover the secrets of his heritage.
Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow is highly regarded by critics, with an average score of 85/100 on Metacritic. The game was praised for its engaging gameplay, engaging storyline, and beautiful graphics.