ActionFit check
Is Symphonia worth it for you?
We tell you who should skip it, too.
Play it if you…
Good fit- Platformer players who prefer non-violent challenges over combat-focused play
- Music fans interested in a game centered on violin performance and orchestral themes
- Players who enjoy exploring distinct environments and meeting characters while recruiting musicians
Skip it if you…
Saves you a refund- Players seeking combat or violent action, since the game is presented as non-violent
- Players looking for a combat-focused or mechanically varied action game; the described challenges center on platforming and music
- Players who do not enjoy platforming challenges
Our take on Symphonia
The musical premise is tied to play: the violin and bow function as movement tools, and violin performance activates level elements. The page also emphasizes orchestra recruitment and concerts, but the described challenges are platforming tasks rather than musical performance mechanics.
What is Symphonia?
Symphonia is a non-violent platformer set in a world where music provides life and energy.
Players control Philemon, a violinist whose instrument and bow also serve as transport. Platforming challenges involve using his abilities to move through levels and playing the violin to activate elements and machinery. The world is divided after its founders and orchestra disappeared, and Philemon seeks musicians to form a new orchestra. Each area has distinct characters and hand-crafted rooms. Musicians called Prodigies can be invited to join, and concerts feature Strings, Brass and Woodwinds. The soundtrack draws on the Romantic period and includes performances recorded by the Scoring Orchestra Paris.
How Symphonia plays
- 01Violin-Based Movement
- The violin and bow serve as transport as well as musical instruments.
- 02Musician Recruitment
- Prodigies encountered in the world can be invited to join the orchestra.
- 03Instrument-Family Concerts
- Concerts focus on Strings, Brass or Woodwinds.
- 04Recorded Orchestra Score
- The soundtrack includes performances by the Scoring Orchestra Paris.
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Symphonia: platforms & release
Is Symphonia worth it?
It is worth it if: platformer players who prefer non-violent challenges over combat-focused play. Skip it if: players seeking combat or violent action, since the game is presented as non-violent.
Where can I download Symphonia?
Use the Download Now button on this page: it opens Symphonia's store page, where you can choose how to get it.
What platforms is Symphonia on?
Windows only.
