Konami Digital Entertainment has officially confirmed the release date for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse on Nintendo Switch.
The new 2D action-exploration entry, developed in collaboration with Evil Empire and Motion Twin, arrives both at retail and digitally on the Nintendo eShop worldwide on 15 October 2026.
Set 23 years after Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse, Belmont's Curse follows a young Belmont family line in a gothic tale built on classic series mechanics.
Konami's announcement frames the narrative around a city under siege: Paris burns as monstrous creatures emerge from the shadows.
Trevor Belmont, already famed for defeating Dracula, moves through the burning streets alongside his daughter Rose, wielding the legendary 'Vampire Killer' whip to hunt the invading beasts.
The publisher adds that Rose is swept into a deeper conspiracy beneath the city's surface, setting the stage for a story-driven exploration experience.
Key features highlighted by Konami include an emphasis on refined whip mechanics, an expanded arsenal of weapons and abilities, and environmental hazards that mix traps and puzzles with combat.
The developer team describes the whip as central to movement and combat, enabling players to traverse areas creatively and execute fast-paced engagements.
Konami also points to a new, colourful art direction that expands the series' gothic roots while preserving familiar Castlevania elements such as secret chambers, hidden items, colourful NPCs, and challenging boss encounters.
Why it matters
- Platform and availability: Castlevania: Belmont's Curse will be available on Nintendo Switch both as a retail release and as a digital download via the Nintendo eShop on 15 October 2026.
- Development pedigree: The game is a collaboration between Konami and established developers Evil Empire and Motion Twin, the latter known publicly for prior work in the indie and action-metroidvania space.
For players and industry observers, Belmont's Curse represents Konami's continued investment in revitalising classic franchises on Nintendo Switch.
The October 2026 launch date gives retailers and digital storefronts a clear window for pre-launch promotions and coverage.
Further details on editions, pricing, and platform-specific features are expected via official channels as the release approaches.
The new 2D action-exploration entry, developed in collaboration with Evil Empire and Motion Twin, arrives both at retail and digitally on the Nintendo eShop worldwide on 15 October 2026.
Set 23 years after Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse, Belmont's Curse follows a young Belmont family line in a gothic tale built on classic series mechanics.
Konami's announcement frames the narrative around a city under siege: Paris burns as monstrous creatures emerge from the shadows.
Trevor Belmont, already famed for defeating Dracula, moves through the burning streets alongside his daughter Rose, wielding the legendary 'Vampire Killer' whip to hunt the invading beasts.
The publisher adds that Rose is swept into a deeper conspiracy beneath the city's surface, setting the stage for a story-driven exploration experience.
Key features highlighted by Konami include an emphasis on refined whip mechanics, an expanded arsenal of weapons and abilities, and environmental hazards that mix traps and puzzles with combat.
The developer team describes the whip as central to movement and combat, enabling players to traverse areas creatively and execute fast-paced engagements.
Konami also points to a new, colourful art direction that expands the series' gothic roots while preserving familiar Castlevania elements such as secret chambers, hidden items, colourful NPCs, and challenging boss encounters.
Why it matters
- Platform and availability: Castlevania: Belmont's Curse will be available on Nintendo Switch both as a retail release and as a digital download via the Nintendo eShop on 15 October 2026.
- Development pedigree: The game is a collaboration between Konami and established developers Evil Empire and Motion Twin, the latter known publicly for prior work in the indie and action-metroidvania space.
For players and industry observers, Belmont's Curse represents Konami's continued investment in revitalising classic franchises on Nintendo Switch.
The October 2026 launch date gives retailers and digital storefronts a clear window for pre-launch promotions and coverage.
Further details on editions, pricing, and platform-specific features are expected via official channels as the release approaches.
