Konami, Evil Empire and Motion Twin electrified the Xbox Games Showcase 2026 with the reveal of Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, launching October 15, 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam.
Set 23 years after Castlevania: Dracula’s Curse, this new 2D action‑exploration entry follows a young Belmont stepping into a world on the brink of annihilation.
Paris Burns Under a Crimson Curse
The year is 1499, and medieval Paris is engulfed in flames as monstrous creatures spill from the shadows.
Armed with the legendary Vampire Slayer whip, Trevor Belmont’s successor charges into the burning streets and a looming castle to confront the horrors threatening to erase the city.
The question hangs over every step:
Can he save Paris from total destruction?
Whip Combat Reinvented
Belmont’s Curse puts the iconic whip front and center like never before.
Players can:
- Swing across gaps like a trapeze artist
- Strike enemies with creative angles
- Chain fast, fluid attacks in high‑speed combat
The whip becomes both a weapon and a traversal tool, opening up new ways to explore and fight.
Weapons, Skills and Deadly Biomes
The whip is only the beginning.
You will need to strategically mix:
- Sub‑weapons
- Special skills
- Environmental awareness
Each biome is packed with traps, secrets and puzzles that demand both reflexes and problem‑solving.
It is a world where every corridor hides danger and every room tests your creativity.
A Bold New Art Direction
Belmont’s Curse introduces a unique, colorful art style that expands on Castlevania’s gothic roots while giving the series a fresh visual identity.
It is still unmistakably Castlevania, but seen through a vibrant new lens.
Classic Castlevania Spirit Returns
Fans can expect the hallmarks of the franchise:
- Memorable characters
- Fierce enemies
- Hidden dungeons
- Countless secret items
- Challenging areas built for mastery
It is a modern evolution that still honors the legacy of the Belmont clan.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse is shaping up to be a thrilling revival of the series’ 2D roots, blending whip‑driven action, stylish exploration and a bold new aesthetic into one of 2026’s most exciting releases.