Konami has officially announced Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, a brand-new entry in the legendary Castlevania series, as part of the franchise’s 40th anniversary.
The announcement kicks off a year-long celebration that will see multiple new Castlevania projects, reaffirming the series’ continued significance in gaming history.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse is set for release on a variety of platforms, including the Nintendo Switch, and will welcome a new generation of players as well as long-time fans. The Castlevania franchise, known as 'Akumajō Dracula' in Japan, first debuted in 1986 and has become a cornerstone in the genre of exploration-based 2D action games.
Over the decades, the series has consistently delivered gothic horror adventures and challenging gameplay.
In celebration of four decades since its inception, Konami launched an anniversary webpage where the production team shared an official message with fans worldwide. In a statement posted to the site, the Castlevania production team declared: "The doors of Castlevania are open once more.
This is a momentous year, as it marks 40 years since the original game was released.
In this commemorative year, Castlevania will experience a revival, beginning with Castlevania: Belmont's Curse." Konami emphasized the choice of development partners, noting, "We could not imagine collaborating with anyone other than Evil Empire and Motion Twin, studios recognized for their skill and enthusiasm.
Their expertise will help ensure this 2D action game both honors the Castlevania legacy and introduces innovative new elements." Castlevania: Belmont's Curse is being developed by studios previously responsible for acclaimed titles like Dead Cells and The Rogue Prince of Persia, ensuring the new installment will maintain a high standard of quality.
The announcement further teased that this year marks just the start of additional Castlevania products and experiences planned for the anniversary, inviting fans to anticipate further announcements. The title will launch on Nintendo Switch, providing accessibility through the eShop and making use of hardware enhancements familiar to Nintendo Direct viewers.
As of now, a specific release date and further gameplay details are pending release from Konami.
With Castlevania: Belmont's Curse leading the anniversary festivities, 2024 promises to be a landmark year for one of the industry's most enduring franchises.
The announcement kicks off a year-long celebration that will see multiple new Castlevania projects, reaffirming the series’ continued significance in gaming history.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse is set for release on a variety of platforms, including the Nintendo Switch, and will welcome a new generation of players as well as long-time fans. The Castlevania franchise, known as 'Akumajō Dracula' in Japan, first debuted in 1986 and has become a cornerstone in the genre of exploration-based 2D action games.
Over the decades, the series has consistently delivered gothic horror adventures and challenging gameplay.
In celebration of four decades since its inception, Konami launched an anniversary webpage where the production team shared an official message with fans worldwide. In a statement posted to the site, the Castlevania production team declared: "The doors of Castlevania are open once more.
This is a momentous year, as it marks 40 years since the original game was released.
In this commemorative year, Castlevania will experience a revival, beginning with Castlevania: Belmont's Curse." Konami emphasized the choice of development partners, noting, "We could not imagine collaborating with anyone other than Evil Empire and Motion Twin, studios recognized for their skill and enthusiasm.
Their expertise will help ensure this 2D action game both honors the Castlevania legacy and introduces innovative new elements." Castlevania: Belmont's Curse is being developed by studios previously responsible for acclaimed titles like Dead Cells and The Rogue Prince of Persia, ensuring the new installment will maintain a high standard of quality.
The announcement further teased that this year marks just the start of additional Castlevania products and experiences planned for the anniversary, inviting fans to anticipate further announcements. The title will launch on Nintendo Switch, providing accessibility through the eShop and making use of hardware enhancements familiar to Nintendo Direct viewers.
As of now, a specific release date and further gameplay details are pending release from Konami.
With Castlevania: Belmont's Curse leading the anniversary festivities, 2024 promises to be a landmark year for one of the industry's most enduring franchises.
