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Konami Revives Castlevania With Belmont’s Curse, a 2D Adventure Set in 1499 Paris

Konami marks the series' 40th anniversary with a collaboration led by Evil Empire under Motion Twin's guidance.

Overview

  • Revealed during PlayStation’s Feb. 12 State of Play, the game is slated for a 2026 release on PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC.
  • Positioned 23 years after Castlevania III, the story follows Trevor Belmont’s successor in a medieval Paris under attack.
  • The Vampire Killer whip returns as both a core weapon and a mobility tool, enabling swinging traversal and aerial setups.
  • Konami highlights non-linear 2D action-exploration with additional weapons, environmental hazards, puzzles, and a new colorful gothic art style.
  • Series producer Tsutomu Taniguchi says this is the first of multiple 40th‑anniversary announcements, with further gameplay and launch specifics to follow.