Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement Confirmed for Nintendo Switch by 505 Games Producer

Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement Confirmed for Nintendo Switch by 505 Games Producer Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement, the highly anticipated sequel to the acclaimed action-platformer Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, is officially being developed for the original Nintendo Switch system.

This confirmation comes straight from 505 Games producer Carlos Aguilar, who disclosed the platform information in a recent update on his LinkedIn profile.

While fans have eagerly awaited official word about the sequel’s platforms, this marks the first public confirmation that Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement will launch on Nintendo hardware. Background: Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, developed by ArtPlay and published by 505 Games, released in 2019 to widespread acclaim for its Metroidvania gameplay and stylish, gothic visuals.

The game quickly garnered a passionate community, and its success on platforms like the Nintendo Switch and eShop solidified its status as a modern classic.

Fans have been awaiting the next chapter, and news of Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement has sparked significant interest across the gaming industry. Carlos Aguilar, a producer at 505 Games, revealed key details about the project via his LinkedIn profile.

While official platform announcements have yet to be made for Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement, Aguilar’s statement provided a clear confirmation: the next chapter in the Bloodstained series is in active development for the original Nintendo Switch.

This detail ensures that the sequel will be accessible to the extensive install base of Nintendo’s popular hybrid console. Furthermore, Aguilar’s post highlighted another noteworthy development: 505 Games is also working on an undisclosed project for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.

While specifics on this new hardware are under wraps, the mention of a Nintendo Switch 2 project demonstrates 505 Games’ ongoing commitment to Nintendo platforms and signals continued publisher support for the next generation of Nintendo hardware. Since its launch, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night has achieved notable milestones, including strong digital and physical sales on the eShop and Switch platform.

The series’ continued presence on Nintendo’s consoles reinforces the deep collaboration between 505 Games and the Nintendo community—a relationship that has been integral to the franchise’s enduring popularity. As anticipation for Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement builds, players can look forward to more information regarding its release date, gameplay innovations, and platform-specific features in upcoming Nintendo Direct presentations and official announcements.

With confirmed development for the Nintendo Switch and future plans involving the Nintendo Switch 2, 505 Games remains at the forefront of delivering immersive experiences for Nintendo fans worldwide.

Related Articles

Continue reading more Nintendo news