Understanding Soma's movements and attacks is crucial for survival. Here's a breakdown of the default controls:
- D-Pad: Move Soma left and right. Pressing Up interacts with objects (doors, switches) and climbs stairs. Pressing Down crouches.
- A Button: Jump. Pressing A again in mid-air (after acquiring the proper soul) performs a double jump.
- B Button: Attack with your equipped weapon. Hold B for some weapons to perform a charged attack.
- L Button: Use your equipped Bullet Soul.
- R Button: Use your equipped Guardian Soul.
- Select Button: Open the map.
- Start Button: Open the main menu (Inventory, Equipment, Souls, Status, Options).
Experiment with these controls early on to get a feel for Soma's agility and combat capabilities. The responsiveness of the controls is a hallmark of the Castlevania series, allowing for precise platforming and dodging.