Mastering Richter Belmont's movements is paramount. The game utilizes a classic 2D platforming control scheme. Use the D-Pad to move Richter left and right. Press Up to climb stairs or enter doors, and Down to descend stairs or crouch. The Jump button (typically 'X' or 'A' on modern controllers) allows Richter to leap over obstacles and enemies. A unique move is the Backflip: press Jump twice quickly while standing still or moving. This provides a quick escape and can be used to dodge projectiles. The Attack button (typically 'Square' or 'Y') swings Richter's legendary Vampire Killer whip. Holding Attack and pressing Up will perform an Item Crash, consuming a large amount of hearts for a powerful, screen-clearing attack. Experiment with these controls in the early stages to build muscle memory.
