Castlevania: Belmont's Curse revives the series with strong action and some flaws
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse is the first new entry in the series in over a decade, developed by Evil Empire. It follows Rose Belmont as she faces threats in Paris, and reviewers praised its platforming, combat, and boss battles while noting audio/visual glitches and a sometimes thin story.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse is the series’ first new game in more than ten years, made by Evil Empire, the studio behind Dead Cells. It casts Rose Belmont, daughter of Trevor and Sypha, as she confronts dangers in Paris. The title is positioned as a loose sequel to both Castlevania 3 and Netflix’s animated Castlevania.
Its listed release date is October 15, 2026, for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC, priced at $39.99. Reviewers highlighted platforming, level design, combat, and boss fights, while flagging sound and visual bugs, early complexity, and a sometimes shallow story. Confidantes influence Rose’s moral direction.
The release may matter most to longtime Castlevania fans and Metroidvania players, who could see renewed interest in the genre and older titles. Its availability across major platforms and lower price point may make it accessible to newcomers. If glitches are addressed, it could strengthen Konami’s willingness to revisit dormant franchises, though its uneven story may limit broader cultural reach beyond gaming audiences.