Castlevania: Belmont's Curse
Evil Empire
Action
RPG
Konami News
Browse 338 Nintendo news articles connected to Konami.
Related Games
Nintendo Switch games that appear in articles tagged with Konami.
Latest Konami Articles
Articles are ordered by publication date.
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...
2
Bloober Team Teases Mysterious Horror Project for Nintendo Switch Ahead of Major Reveal
Bloober Team launches a teaser website for a new horror project, possibly Project M, with a countdown set for February 15. Learn what we know about the developer's...
8
Nintendo Switch 2 Dominates Japanese Sales Charts Ahead of Christmas
Nintendo Switch 2 leads Japanese hardware and software sales in the latest Famitsu charts, with Mario Kart World topping the game rankings and robust performance...
115
Bloober Team Discusses Layers of Fear: The Final Masterpiece Edition and Horror Game Innovation on Nintendo Switch 2
Bloober Team CEO Piotr Babieno shares insights on launching Layers of Fear: The Final Masterpiece Edition for Nintendo Switch 2, details on Project M, and the studio’s...
20
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...
25
Contra Force SNES Port Beta Released by Renowned NES-to-SNES Developer Infidelity
Infidelity, acclaimed for NES-to-SNES conversions, releases the first playable beta of Contra Force for the Super Nintendo, bringing the classic 1992 Konami title to...
4
Konami’s Classic ‘Roc ‘N Rope’ Swings Onto Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox Through Arcade Archives
Konami's wire-action arcade game Roc 'N Rope, developed by Tokuro Fujiwara, returns this week via Hamster's Arcade Archives on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox...
9
Metal Gear Solid Delta-Inspired Bath Products Launch: Numskull Brings Stealth to Your Shower
Numskull partners with Konami to release Metal Gear Solid Delta-themed bathroom products, including soap, shower gel, and body lotion, inspired by the iconic stealth...
1
Mario Kart World Dominates Japanese Sales as Nintendo Switch 2 Hardware Charts Surge
Mario Kart World reclaims the top spot in Japan's physical game sales, outpacing Kirby Air Riders, while Nintendo Switch 2 leads hardware performance according to the...
6
Metal Gear Solid 4 Remaster Faces Major Obstacles, Says Series Producer Noriaki Okamura
Series producer Noriaki Okamura highlights the technical complexities of porting Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots to current consoles in a recent interview,...
19
Kirby Air Riders Leads Japanese Game Sales for Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Week
Kirby Air Riders dominates the latest Japanese physical software sales chart, boosting Switch 2 hardware performance alongside top sellers Mario Kart World and Pokémon...
23
Kirby Air Riders Debuts Strong in Japan: Switch 2 Tops Weekly Hardware Sales Charts
Kirby Air Riders launches as a top seller in Japan, according to the latest Famitsu charts, with the Nintendo Switch 2 leading hardware sales for the week.
30
Konami’s Battle Tryst Ported to 3DO M2 FZ-35S Kiosk: A Landmark Moment for Retro Arcade Gaming
Konami's 1998 arcade fighter Battle Tryst receives a port to the rare 3DO M2 FZ-35S kiosk, marking a significant achievement in retro gaming history and hardware...
2
Nintendo Switch Dominates Japanese Software Sales: Latest Famitsu Chart Breakdown
Explore the top-selling games in Japan this week, with Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 titles leading the Famitsu software sales charts. See the latest sales...
11
Konami Announces Darwin’s Paradox! for Nintendo Switch 2: A Bold Action-Adventure Platformer Set for 2026
Konami Digital Entertainment officially announces Darwin’s Paradox! for Nintendo Switch 2, unveiling its distinctive action-adventure platform gameplay, release...
1
EverDrive GBA Adds Solar and Motion Sensor Support, Expanding Retro Gaming Possibilities
EverDrive GBA by Krikzz introduces solar and motion sensors, enabling classic Nintendo Game Boy Advance games to utilize original hardware features on modern flash...
10
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...
57
Nintendo's 'Summoning and Battling' Patent Challenged: USPTO Orders Reexamination Amid Industry Concerns
The United States Patent Office has ordered a reexamination of Nintendo's recently awarded 'summoning and battling characters' patent, citing prior art and public...
11
Nintendo Patent Under Reexamination Amid Palworld Legal Dispute
The US Patent Office has ordered a reexamination of a Nintendo game mechanic patent at the center of Nintendo vs. Palworld developer Pocket Pair legal battle, citing...
Nintendo's 'Summon Character' Patent for Pokémon Under USPTO Re-examination Amid Controversy
The United States Patent and Trademark Office has reopened examination of Nintendo's Pokémon-related patent following industry controversy and prior art concerns....
44
Nintendo Patent Reexamination Ordered: Legal Setback for Pokémon Company Amid Palworld Dispute
The U.S. Patent Office has ordered a reexamination of a key Nintendo patent involved in the legal case against Palworld, referencing prior Konami and Nintendo filings.
64
Darwin's Paradox Announced for Nintendo Switch 2: Konami Unveils New Details and 2026 Release Window
Konami confirms Darwin's Paradox, a unique octopus platformer inspired by stealth classics, is now headed exclusively to Nintendo Switch 2 with an updated trailer and...
60
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...
53
Darwin’s Paradox! Switches to Nintendo Switch 2: Release Delayed to 2026
Konami and ZDT Studio confirm Darwin’s Paradox! shifting from Nintendo Switch to Switch 2, with the new release window set for 2026 across all platforms.
1
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.
118
The Florist Aims to Revive Classic Survival Horror on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026
Unclear Games introduces The Florist, a new survival horror title inspired by classic Resident Evil, launching on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Steam in 2026.
26
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...
9
Night Striker Gear Switch Release: M2 and Hiroshi Iuchi Deliver Super Scaler Excellence
Night Striker Gear arrives on Nintendo Switch with direction from legendary developer Hiroshi Iuchi and support from M2's ShotTriggers team, bringing arcade classic...
11
Pokemon Legends: Z-A Tops UK Software Sales Chart in Major Nintendo Switch 2 Debut
Pokemon Legends: Z-A launches at number one in UK software sales for the week ending October 18, 2025, marking the second-biggest Nintendo Switch 2 debut after Mario...
1
Nintendo Switch 2 Tops Japanese Hardware Charts as Ghost of Yotei Leads Software Sales
Famitsu's latest Japanese software and hardware charts highlight Ghost of Yotei’s strong debut and Nintendo Switch 2’s dominance in weekly sales, reflecting the...
31
Battlantis Launches on Nintendo Switch, PS5, and Xbox: Konami’s 1987 Arcade Classic Returns via Arcade Archives
Konami’s Battlantis joins the Arcade Archives lineup, releasing October 9th on Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PS4, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. Discover gameplay details,...
9
Silent Hill 2 Remake Website Update Hints at New Platforms, Including Nintendo Switch 2
An official Silent Hill 2 remake webpage has been subtly updated by Bloober Team, hinting at potential upcoming releases for additional platforms like Nintendo Switch...
3
Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 and Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles Debut Strong in Latest UK Switch Sales Chart
Explore the latest UK video game sales chart for the week ending October 4, 2025, highlighting strong Nintendo Switch performances from Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 and...
1
Silent Hill 2 Remake: Switch 2 Release Clues Emerge on Official Website
Konami's official site hints at new platforms for the Silent Hill 2 remake as the PS5 and PC exclusivity period nears its end, with strong indications for Xbox Series...
177
Bloober Team Celebrates Cronos: The New Dawn Success on Switch 2 as Silent Hill Remake Takes Priority
Cronos: The New Dawn garners strong sales on Nintendo Switch 2, with developer Bloober Team setting sights on the Silent Hill remake as its current focus.
60
UK Software Sales Chart Highlights Nintendo Switch Dominance with Key New Releases
Explore the latest UK software sales chart for the week ending September 27, 2025, featuring top titles like EA Sports FC 26, strong debuts for Sonic Racing:...
1
Vandal Hearts II’s Gradius Sword Secret Unlocked After Decades: How Konami's PS1 Strategy Game Finally Gave Up Its Hidden Weapon
Discover how dedicated fans uncovered the legitimate method to unlock the Gradius Sword in Vandal Hearts II for PlayStation, solving a decades-old gaming mystery tied...
5
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...
2
Mario Kart World Leads UK Software Sales: Nintendo Switch Titles Dominate Weekly Chart
Mario Kart World secures the top spot in the latest UK software sales chart for the week ending September 20, 2025, highlighting the ongoing strength of Nintendo...
1
Mario Kart World Dominates Japanese Game Sales; Nintendo Switch 2 Surpasses 2 Million Units Sold
Mario Kart World continues its reign atop the Japanese software charts while Nintendo Switch 2 sets new sales milestones, according to the latest retail data.
75
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.
18
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...
23
Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP Heads to Nintendo Switch 2 With Enhanced Edition Launching This November
Dragami Games announces Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP Nintendo Switch 2 Edition with improved visuals and frame rate, launching November 2025. Exclusive demo available at...
UK Software Sales Chart: Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza Lead Nintendo Switch 2 Titles – Week Ending September 13, 2025
Nintendo Switch 2 titles Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza secure top spots in the latest UK software sales chart for the week ending September 13, 2025. Full...
3
Cronos: The New Dawn Review – Bloober Team’s Ambitious Polish Horror Launches on Nintendo Switch 2
Bloober Team’s Cronos: The New Dawn brings a narrative-driven action-horror experience steeped in Polish history to Nintendo Switch 2, but grapples with technical and...
2
Konami Unveils Extensive Tokyo Game Show 2025 Lineup Featuring Nintendo Switch 2 Titles
Konami announces its full game lineup for Tokyo Game Show 2025, highlighting Nintendo Switch 2 releases, new projects, and collaborations with partner studios.
33
Former Nintendo Developer Motoi Okamoto Reveals Hands-On Game Development Culture
Motoi Okamoto shares insights on Nintendo's decision-making process and the company's hands-on approach to implementing and playtesting new game ideas.
27
Top 2D Ninja Games on Nintendo Switch: A Look at Side-Scrolling Stealth and Action Classics
Explore the best 2D ninja games available on Nintendo Switch, including Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, and more. Dive into retro-inspired action...
Mario Kart World Tops UK Software Sales Chart; Major Nintendo Switch 2 Sales Gains
Mario Kart World secures the number one spot in the UK software sales chart for the week ending September 6, 2025, with significant sales on Nintendo Switch 2....
1
Gradius Origins: M2 and Konami Deliver a Definitive Arcade Collection on Nintendo Switch
M2 and Konami pay tribute to the classic Gradius series with Gradius Origins for Nintendo Switch, offering a robust arcade-focused collection, new gameplay features,...
1
Nemesis '90 Kai Reissued for Sharp X68000 Z: A Historic Gradius Remake Returns
The rare Gradius sequel Nemesis '90 Kai, developed by SPS and published by Konami, sees an official revival for the Sharp X68000 Z micro-console via a special Oh!X...
14
Metal Gear Solid 2: David Hayter Reflects on Raiden Reveal and Kojima Collaboration
Metal Gear Solid 2's release shocked fans with its switch from Solid Snake to Raiden as protagonist. Voice actor David Hayter shares candid insights on the plot twist...
1
Japanese Game Sales Charts: Story of Seasons and Super Robot Wars Y Drive Strong Nintendo Switch Numbers
Discover the latest Japanese boxed video game charts as Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar, Super Robot Wars Y, and major Nintendo Switch titles post impressive debut...
17
Final Fantasy Tactics Remaster: Square Enix Recovers Source Code for The Ivalice Chronicles on Nintendo Switch
Square Enix overcomes lost source code challenges to bring Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles to Nintendo Switch, launching September 30, 2025.
17
Edia Secures Falcom PC Engine CD Classics for Modern Consoles: Ys, Legend of Heroes, and More Return
Edia announces plans to port Falcom's beloved PC Engine CD titles, including Ys and Legend of Heroes, to modern platforms by 2026–2027, aiming to revive retro Japanese...
20
Nintendo Dominates UK Software Sales Chart Amid New Releases – August 2025 Update
Nintendo maintains strong performance on the UK software sales chart for the week ending August 30, 2025, with Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, and new Switch 2...
1
UK Boxed Game Charts See Major Shifts With Metal Gear Solid Delta and Strong Nintendo Switch 2 Presence
The latest UK boxed game sales charts highlight the dominant debut of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, strong performances from Mario Kart World and Nintendo...
29
Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain Turns 10 – A Decade Since Hideo Kojima’s Final Masterpiece
Celebrating the 10th anniversary of Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain, Hideo Kojima’s last entry in the iconic stealth-action series, reflecting on its landmark...
4
Konami Revitalizes Metal Gear Franchise with New Talent Amidst Nintendo Switch 2 Hopes
Konami invests in next-generation developers to continue the Metal Gear series, aiming for wider platform reach despite Metal Gear Solid Delta's absence on Nintendo...