Konami Unveils 2D Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse for Halloween

Konami has unveiled fresh details for the upcoming title Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, confirming its launch date and the platforms it will grace.

Set to debut on October 15, the game will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, marking a significant multi‑platform release for the franchise.

Developed in partnership with Evil Empire—known for The Rogue Prince of Persia—and with advisory input from Motion Twin, creators of Dead Cells, the title aims to honor the series’ 40th anniversary.

Players will step into the shoes of Rose Belmont, the daughter of iconic hunter Trevor Belmont, as she ventures through Dracula’s castle and the catacombs of Paris. The narrative is set in 1499, 23 years after the events of the original NES classic Castlevania 3: Dracula’s Curse.

Steeped in the rich history of the esteemed House Belmont, spanning over two centuries, a fresh chapter unfolds in the heart of 15th century Paris, etched in blood-red ink, as per the game’s official description. This new installment in the legendary Castlevania series finds Trevor Belmont’s successor, the protagonist, wielding the iconic holy whip, Vampire Killer, to combat an onslaught of monstrous creatures and a foreboding mystical castle lurking within the city. The hero’s mission is to vanquish these beasts and rescue the Parisians from an eternal night.

In addition to the standard digital edition, a special Midnight Edition of the game will be available in both digital and physical formats. This exclusive version offers additional content, such as:

Konami has announced that Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse will also make its way onto the Nintendo Switch platform, albeit with a delayed release date compared to October 15. The specifics regarding the Switch version’s launch are yet to be disclosed and will be revealed at a later time.