Konami has made headlines in the gaming industry by announcing Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, marking the first new mainline Castlevania game in over a decade.
The highly anticipated title was revealed during the latest State of Play presentation, which also featured an update on the Metal Gear Solid collection.
Belmont’s Curse is being developed by Evil Empire and Motion Twin, the creative partnership behind the critically acclaimed Dead Cells.
This collaboration signals a fresh direction for one of gaming’s most enduring franchises. A Landmark Return for the Castlevania Series It has been twelve years since the release of Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2, making Belmont’s Curse a long-awaited sequel for fans.
Set 23 years after the events of Dracula’s Curse, Belmont’s Curse shifts the franchise’s focus back to its roots, with greater emphasis on fast-paced combat and a distinctive art style reminiscent of Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night.
Bloodstained itself was created by Koji Igarashi, a former Castlevania producer, whose creative legacy continues to influence the genre. Konami commented on the reveal, outlining their excitement for partnering with Evil Empire and Motion Twin to bring the franchise into a new era.
The studios' pedigree with action platformers is expected to take Castlevania gameplay to new heights while respecting the series’ core identity. Release Date and Platforms for Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse While details regarding the precise release date of Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse remain limited, Konami has indicated a planned launch window of 2026.
At this stage, a definitive list of supported platforms has not been provided.
Based on industry trends and the track records of the development teams, fans can anticipate releases on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and the Nintendo Switch.
There is currently no confirmation regarding exclusivity for the rumored Switch successor or other next-gen platforms. Legacy and Anticipation The announcement of Belmont’s Curse underscores a renewed commitment from Konami to its legacy franchises.
Alongside this reveal, Konami is continuing to support the Castlevania legacy with recent projects such as the Castlevania Dominus Collection, which brings together three acclaimed Nintendo DS titles, and the addition of Castlevania Legends to Nintendo Switch Online’s retro library. As anticipation mounts, industry observers and fans alike are eager to track Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse’s development.
Konami’s partnership with Evil Empire and Motion Twin is poised to deliver a fresh yet familiar experience for longstanding fans and newcomers alike as the franchise celebrates its return on modern platforms. Stay tuned to our coverage for more updates on Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse and all the latest Nintendo Switch and Konami news.
The highly anticipated title was revealed during the latest State of Play presentation, which also featured an update on the Metal Gear Solid collection.
Belmont’s Curse is being developed by Evil Empire and Motion Twin, the creative partnership behind the critically acclaimed Dead Cells.
This collaboration signals a fresh direction for one of gaming’s most enduring franchises. A Landmark Return for the Castlevania Series It has been twelve years since the release of Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2, making Belmont’s Curse a long-awaited sequel for fans.
Set 23 years after the events of Dracula’s Curse, Belmont’s Curse shifts the franchise’s focus back to its roots, with greater emphasis on fast-paced combat and a distinctive art style reminiscent of Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night.
Bloodstained itself was created by Koji Igarashi, a former Castlevania producer, whose creative legacy continues to influence the genre. Konami commented on the reveal, outlining their excitement for partnering with Evil Empire and Motion Twin to bring the franchise into a new era.
The studios' pedigree with action platformers is expected to take Castlevania gameplay to new heights while respecting the series’ core identity. Release Date and Platforms for Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse While details regarding the precise release date of Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse remain limited, Konami has indicated a planned launch window of 2026.
At this stage, a definitive list of supported platforms has not been provided.
Based on industry trends and the track records of the development teams, fans can anticipate releases on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and the Nintendo Switch.
There is currently no confirmation regarding exclusivity for the rumored Switch successor or other next-gen platforms. Legacy and Anticipation The announcement of Belmont’s Curse underscores a renewed commitment from Konami to its legacy franchises.
Alongside this reveal, Konami is continuing to support the Castlevania legacy with recent projects such as the Castlevania Dominus Collection, which brings together three acclaimed Nintendo DS titles, and the addition of Castlevania Legends to Nintendo Switch Online’s retro library. As anticipation mounts, industry observers and fans alike are eager to track Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse’s development.
Konami’s partnership with Evil Empire and Motion Twin is poised to deliver a fresh yet familiar experience for longstanding fans and newcomers alike as the franchise celebrates its return on modern platforms. Stay tuned to our coverage for more updates on Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse and all the latest Nintendo Switch and Konami news.
