[3] Arrange Mode offers a modernized experience with enhanced features, including a new introductory cinematic, updated sprites, re-balanced gameplay and a remade soundtrack.

[3] Castlevania Chronicles was later made available as a PSone Classic on the PlayStation Network in December 2008, allowing a new generation of players to experience the game on both American and Japanese platforms.

[8][6] Director Hideo Ueda and his team aimed to maintain the essence of the original game, acknowledging its old-fashioned nature while improving it visually and technically.

They utilized the X68000's superior processing power to introduce smoother animations and more detailed environments, such as the flowing water in the fountain and the intricate gears in the clock tower.

[8] The release of the X68030 during development also prompted the team to make subtle adjustments that took advantage of the newer hardware's capabilities, resulting in even smoother animations and enhanced visual effects for users of the X68030 model.

[9] The music for the X68000 game, "Akumajou Dracula," was composed to take full advantage of the system's advanced audio capabilities, offering players a rich auditory experience that varied significantly depending on the chosen sound module.

[8] The development team also integrated a secret option for enabling General MIDI, which was not officially advertised due to the variable sound quality across different devices.

[10] In the Japanese Chronicles, unlike the US and European versions, the sound hardware selection screen automatically appears before starting a game on "Original Mode" just as it did in Castlevania (X68000).

Director Hideo Ueda remarked that feedback from players, which was collected through postcards, generally praised the game although some voiced concerns over its high difficulty level.

[18] This sentiment was somewhat echoed by GamePro in their otherwise favourable review, which noted that gamers unfamiliar with the franchise might find the platform-hopping mechanics outdated compared to more modern titles.

"[20] Scott Steinberg of Next Generation also commented positively, describing it as excellent content for Castlevania collectors and a commendable experiment in classic gaming for a broader audience, ultimately rating it three stars out of five.