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Belmont's Curse: Sonia Belmont Confirmed as Lead in New Castlevania for Nintendo Switch
Konami officially confirms Sonia Belmont as the protagonist in Belmont's Curse, the latest Castlevania game heading to Nintendo Switch, revisiting a pivotal character...
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse — Rose Belmont Confirmed as Protagonist, October 15, 2026 Release Set
Konami confirms Rose Belmont as the lead in Castlevania: Belmont's Curse with key art by Katsuya Terada and an October 15, 2026 release on PS5, Xbox Series X/S and...
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Confirmed as Action-Adventure, Not Roguelike, by Konami
Konami clarifies that Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse will be a 2D action-adventure game—distancing it from roguelike mechanics—coming to Nintendo Switch in 2026.
Nintendo Switch eShop Sale Offers Historic Discounts on Top Games Like Bear and Breakfast, Neva, and More
Discover the latest record-low deals on the Nintendo Switch eShop, featuring standout discounts on titles such as Bear and Breakfast, Neva, Planet of Lana, and a host...
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Veteran Castlevania and Bloodstained Developer Shutaro Iida Passes Away After Cancer Battle
Shutaro Iida, acclaimed developer of Castlevania and Bloodstained titles, has passed away at age 52. His legacy continues through his work on classic Konami games and...
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Bloodstained Director Shutaro Ida Passes Away at 52 After Battle with Cancer
Shutaro Ida, renowned for his directorial work on Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night and several Castlevania titles, has passed away at 52. Learn more about his legacy...
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Mario Tennis Fever Serves Up Excitement on Nintendo Switch: Latest News, Releases, and Sales Updates
Discover the latest highlights from the Pure Nintendo Podcast as hosts discuss Mario Tennis Fever, surprise game announcements, Nintendo sales data, and the future of...
Castlevania: Symphony of the Night SNES Fan Port Impresses in Early Development
A new fan project is bringing Konami's iconic Castlevania: Symphony of the Night to the Super Nintendo, with early footage showing promising results.
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Castlevania and Bloodstained Developer Shutaro Iida Passes Away at 52, Honored by Koji Igarashi
Shutaro Iida, renowned developer for Castlevania and Bloodstained, has died at 52. Koji Igarashi and the gaming community honor his legacy and contributions to...
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Konami Unveils Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse — First New Castlevania Game in 12 Years Revealed
Konami announces Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, the first new entry in the series in over a decade, developed by Evil Empire and Motion Twin. Get all the details on its...
Silent Planet – Elegy of a Dying World: A Gothic Sci-Fi Metroidvania Inspired by Classic Castlevania
Silent Planet – Elegy of a Dying World is a new indie Metroidvania from Vertex Zero, channeling the iconic gothic style and challenging exploration mechanics of...
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Castlevania 1: Fortified Army ROM Hack Revitalizes Classic on Nintendo Hardware
Explore how Timaeus' Castlevania 1: Fortified Army ROM hack transforms the 1986 classic, introducing new levels, visuals, and gameplay elements to celebrate the...
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Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Announced by Konami for Nintendo Switch in 40th Anniversary Celebration
Konami marks the Castlevania series' 40th anniversary with the announcement of Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, a new 2D action game coming to Nintendo Switch and other...
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Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Announced for Nintendo Switch, PC, and Consoles by Motion Twin and Evil Empire
Konami’s Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse brings a new chapter to the iconic franchise, developed by the teams behind Dead Cells and launching in 2026 on Nintendo Switch,...
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Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Announced for Nintendo Switch with 2026 Release Date
Konami reveals Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, a new 2D action-exploration game developed by Evil Empire and Motion Twin, launching on Nintendo Switch and other...
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Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Confirmed for Nintendo Switch, Launching in 2026
Konami has announced that Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, developed by Evil Empire and Motion Twin, will release on Nintendo Switch in 2026, expanding the beloved...
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Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Announced for Nintendo Switch: New 2D Action-Exploration Adventure Set for 2026
Konami unveils Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, a new 2D action-exploration game for Nintendo Switch in collaboration with Evil Empire and Motion Twin, set for release in...
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Announced for Nintendo Switch – All You Need to Know
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, a new 2D action-exploration title from Konami, Evil Empire, and Motion Twin, is set for a 2026 release on Nintendo Switch. Discover key...
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Night Hazard Revives Castlevania 64 Nostalgia With Indie Tribute from Holy Sword Studio
Indie developer Holy Sword Studio pays homage to classic 3D Castlevania titles with Night Hazard, a retro-inspired action game now available to wishlist on Steam....
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Castlevania: Circle of the Moon Ported to Sega Genesis by Dedicated Fan Developer
A passionate developer is bringing Castlevania: Circle of the Moon to the Sega Genesis, expanding the library of fan-made Castlevania ports for the classic 16-bit...
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Castlevania: Circle of the Moon Genesis Port Demo Released by Homebrew Developer Andor
Homebrew developer Andor releases the first public demo of a Castlevania: Circle of the Moon port for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive, featuring the Catacombs area and...
Koji Igarashi Shares Health Goals as Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement Nears 2026 Release
Veteran Castlevania producer Koji Igarashi discusses prioritizing his health while developing Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement for Nintendo Switch and other...
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Major Video Game Anniversaries to Watch in 2026: Nintendo Franchises and Industry Giants Celebrate Milestones
Discover the key video game franchises marking major anniversaries in 2026, including The Legend of Zelda, Pokémon, Sonic the Hedgehog, and more. Explore their history...
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Tracing the Origins of 'Metroidvania': How the Term Shaped Action-Adventure Gaming
Explore the history and adoption of the iconic term 'Metroidvania,' its connection to Metroid and Castlevania, and how gaming historians uncovered its early use and...
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Konami’s Iconic Logo Intro Had Different Colors on SNES, Mega Drive, and PC Engine
Discover the unique color variations of Konami's classic 'laser' logo intro across SNES, Mega Drive, and PC Engine platforms and explore their significance in video...
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Mariachi Legends: Halberd Studios Unveils a Mexican-Inspired Metroidvania for Nintendo Switch and Next-Gen Consoles
Halberd Studios announces Mariachi Legends, a new Metroidvania action platformer inspired by Castlevania and set in Mexico, launching for Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series...
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Castlevania: Nocturne Art Book Announced by Dark Horse, Celebrating Animated Series on Netflix
Dark Horse reveals an official Castlevania: Nocturne art book, highlighting concept art and design from the acclaimed Netflix animated series. Release set for March 2026.
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Castlevania II: Simon's Quest Receives Major Unofficial SNES Port with Retranslation and Enhanced Features
A dedicated fan developer brings Konami’s Castlevania II: Simon’s Quest to the Super Nintendo with major improvements, including a popular retranslation hack, updated...
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Saint Slayer: Spear of Sacrilege Announced for Nintendo Switch – An 8-Bit Horror Action Revival
Lillymo Games unveils Saint Slayer: Spear of Sacrilege for the Nintendo Switch, scheduled for an early 2026 release. Explore this Castlevania-inspired, co-op adventure...
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How Castlevania Shaped Ninja Gaiden: Developer Insights from Hideo Yoshizawa
Explore the influence of Castlevania on the creation of Ninja Gaiden, as detailed by director Hideo Yoshizawa, including insights into the Nintendo Switch and legacy...
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Castlevania Stage 1 Faithfully Recreated on Atari 2600 by Homebrew Developer VampireDev
VampireDev brings the iconic first stage of Konami's Castlevania to life on the Atari 2600, pushing retro hardware limitations and delighting the homebrew community.
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Vampire Survivors x Balatro Crossover Expansion 'Ante Chamber' Heads to Nintendo Switch October 31
Vampire Survivors teams up with Balatro in the new 'Ante Chamber' free expansion, arriving on Nintendo Switch October 31. Learn about new characters, weapons, and...
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Castlevania: Symphony of the Night Saturn Version's Hidden Code Uncovered After 26 Years
A newly discovered secret code in the Sega Saturn version of Castlevania: Symphony of the Night lets players view the credits instantly, shedding new light on the...
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Vampire’s Veil Brings Classic Metroidvania Thrills to Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation, and Xbox
Discover Vampire’s Veil, the upcoming Metroidvania from Fairy Cave Studio, inspired by Castlevania: Symphony of the Night and Super Metroid. Learn about its gothic...
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Super Castlevania IV Receives Rumble Support on SNES Thanks to KandoWontu and Community Collaboration
Super Castlevania IV gains official rumble support through a new community patch, developed for SNES hardware by KandoWontu, leveraging Limited Run Games’ upcoming...
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Japanese Video Game Sales: Mario Kart World Leads Nintendo Switch 2 Surge
Latest Japanese software sales charts see Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza dominating for Nintendo Switch 2, with strong entries from Trails in the Sky and...
Superdeluxe Games Unveils Premium Castlevania Physical Editions for Nintendo Switch
Superdeluxe Games launches Castlevania Advance Collection and Dominus Collection physical deluxe editions for Nintendo Switch, bringing exclusive art cards, maps, and...
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Eternal Soul Revives Classic Metroidvania Vibes on Nintendo Switch
Barrier Studios' Eternal Soul brings Castlevania-inspired Metroidvania gameplay and visuals to Nintendo Switch, recreating beloved classics with modern RPG mechanics.
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Magnavale: Eternal Soul – Indie Metroidvania Pays Homage to Castlevania on Steam
Magnavale: Eternal Soul, developed by Barrier Studios, launches its new Steam page and trailer, showcasing its Castlevania-inspired Metroidvania gameplay, visual...
Castlevania Musical Receives High Praise from Series Veteran Koji Igarashi
Former Castlevania producer Koji Igarashi commends Takarazuka Revue's adaptation, highlighting its fidelity to the original Konami franchise. Read more for details on...
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Spine Lasher: Pink Anvil’s 8-Bit Action Platformer Honors NES Classics on Nintendo Switch and PC
Discover how Pink Anvil’s Spine Lasher revives the 8-bit action-platformer legacy, blending Castlevania inspiration with unique gameplay on Nintendo Switch and PC.
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Spine Lasher: Pink Anvil's Retro Action-Platformer Channels NES Classics on Nintendo Switch
Discover Spine Lasher by Pink Anvil, an action-platformer inspired by NES classics. Explore its 8-bit homage, core gameplay features, and availability on Nintendo...
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Nintendo Switch Rumors: Anticipated Game Releases and Potential Ports in 2024
Explore the anticipated titles and rumored ports for the Nintendo Switch in 2024, including updates on Metroid Prime 4, historical Nintendo franchises, and third-party...
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Chronicles of the Wolf by Migami Games Receives Switch 2 Compatibility Update
Migami Games' acclaimed metroidvania, Chronicles of the Wolf, is now fully compatible with Nintendo Switch 2, delivering enhanced performance and classic gothic action...
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Castlevania SNES Native Port Adds 14 Palette Options and Six MSU-1 Soundtracks
Konami's original Castlevania receives a native SNES port featuring enhanced visuals, multiple soundtrack options, and new controller support, continuing the...
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SNES Castlevania Port: Rumbleminze Adds Toggleable 16-bit Visuals
Rumbleminze's SNES port of Konami's Castlevania gains a new preview build with a toggleable 16-bit art option, updated Simon sprite, expanded palettes, MSU-1...
Sega Master System Gets Classic NES Tunes: Contra and Castlevania II Music Remade by Chirinea
Musician chirinea recreates classic NES soundtracks from Contra and Castlevania II: Simon's Quest for Sega Master System, in collaboration with programmer Enrico...
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Alternate Scarlet Symphony: A Bold New Mod Redefines Castlevania Symphony of the Night for PS1 Fans
Alternate Scarlet Symphony, a creative mod by nukesheart, delivers a fresh take on Konami’s iconic Castlevania: Symphony of the Night for PlayStation 1, reinventing...
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Castlevania Anniversary Collection Physical Edition Arrives via Superdeluxe Games for Nintendo Switch
Superdeluxe Games releases a deluxe physical edition of the Castlevania Anniversary Collection for Nintendo Switch, complete with exclusive collectibles and...
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Castlevania Anniversary, Advance, and Dominus Collections Receive New Physical Releases on Nintendo Switch via Play-Asia
Konami's acclaimed Castlevania series returns to Nintendo Switch with new multi-language physical editions, now available for pre-order through Play-Asia. Discover...
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Exploring Michiru Yamane’s Iconic Castlevania Soundtracks and Her YouTube Channel
Discover the legendary video game composer Michiru Yamane, her pivotal work on Castlevania titles, and her YouTube channel where she shares live piano performances of...
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Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement—ArtPlay's Next Evolution Guided by Koji Igarashi and Shutaro Iida
Explore the development of Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, led by Castlevania veterans Koji Igarashi and Shutaro Iida—whose...
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Adi Shankar Secures Duke Nukem Animated Rights, Plans Bold Take Independent from Gearbox
Producer Adi Shankar, known for Netflix's Castlevania and Devil May Cry, acquires Duke Nukem animated rights from Gearbox Software and promises an innovative vision...
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Nintendo Switch eShop Sale: Record Low Prices on Atelier, Castlevania, Loop Hero, and More
Discover the latest Nintendo Switch eShop sale for North America, featuring all-time low prices on major titles like Atelier series, Castlevania Dominus Collection,...
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Castlevania Musical by Takarazuka Revue Opens Ticket Sales for 2025 Japan Shows
Konami's iconic Castlevania series receives a musical adaptation by the renowned Takarazuka Revue, set for performances in Japan during 2025. Find ticket information,...
Chronicles of the Wolf Release Date Announced: Castlevania-Inspired Metroidvania Coming to Nintendo Switch and More
Migami Games' Chronicles of the Wolf launches June 19, 2025, on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. Discover this Castlevania-inspired Metroidvania's features,...
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Lady Dracula Demo Released: Castlevania-Style Platformer Evolves Classicvania on Steam
Goth Donut Games unveils a playable demo and new trailer for Lady Dracula, a retro-inspired platformer channeling Castlevania, now available on Steam. Explore gameplay...
Beyond the Ice Palace 2 Review: A 35-Year Sequel Returns on Nintendo Switch
An in-depth review of Beyond the Ice Palace 2 for Nintendo Switch—examining its Castlevania-inspired gameplay, retro aesthetics, and how it continues the legacy of the...
Castlevania II: Belmont's Revenge Fan Remake Mockups Ignite Community Enthusiasm
Pixel artist Mário Santos stirs excitement with Castlevania II: Belmont's Revenge remake mockups, spotlighting fan demand for a modern reimagining on Nintendo platforms.
Yuzo Koshiro Terranigma: Composer Reveals Forgotten SNES Track from Quintet Classic
Veteran composer Yuzo Koshiro says he rediscovered a lost Terranigma track he scored for Quintet's SNES action-RPG. Coverage of the reveal, Koshiro's ongoing work on...