Ethan Crossfield 
With October fast approaching, more players are planning their seasonal backlogs—and Konami has now set a clear target with Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse. The next 2D side-scrolling entry in the Belmont line launches October 15, with a gameplay trailer giving fans a first look at its new take on vampire-slaying.
A new 2D Castlevania—built by the Dead Cells teams
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse is the upcoming 2D action game from the teams behind Dead Cells. Development is led by Evil Empire and Motion Twin, with Konami publishing. The game is scheduled to launch on October 15 across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
The reveal also frames the title as a spiritual continuation of the franchise’s classic structure: players will take control of a new Belmont protagonist. Instead of shifting to a different genre, the game leans into the familiar side-scrolling action format and centers on the iconic Vampire Killer whip.
Set 23 years before Castlevania III: Dracula’s Curse (originally released on the NES in 1989), Belmont’s Curse places its story earlier in the timeline than many modern fans may expect. From there, the new Belmont hero takes up the holy whip to fight a mix of medieval and unholy creatures.
Release date trailer highlights the Halloween-era appeal
Alongside the announcement, a release date trailer has been published to show gameplay. While the source information doesn’t detail specific mechanics, it does emphasize the overall presentation: Belmont’s Curse is designed to feel like a classic Castlevania-style adventure, delivered with the production sensibilities associated with Dead Cells.
That combination—classic horror theming, a whip-based protagonist, and a 2D sidescroller foundation—suggests the game is aiming to satisfy players who want both the franchise’s identity and modern action polish.
What to expect next as launch day approaches
With the release window now pinned to October 15, the next phase for Belmont’s Curse will likely be all about keeping momentum through additional coverage and deeper looks at gameplay. Fans will want more details on how the new Belmont character’s approach to the Vampire Killer whip translates into combat flow, progression, and enemy variety.
For now, the confirmed launch targets are straightforward: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Key points
- Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse launches October 15, 2026
- Developed by Evil Empire and Motion Twin; published by Konami
- A new Belmont protagonist fights medieval and unholy creatures with the Vampire Killer whip
- Releasing on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC
Confirmed launch details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Launch date | October 15, 2026 |
| Platforms | PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, PC |
| Genre / style | 2D sidescrolling action |
| Development / publishing | Evil Empire and Motion Twin (dev), Konami (publisher) |
Expert View
Belmont’s Curse landing in October with a classic 2D side-scrolling pitch reads like a deliberate move to capture the franchise’s core audience while borrowing credibility from the Dead Cells teams. In a market where many “retro” revivals struggle to feel current, this specific pairing—whip-driven Castlevania identity plus the action DNA associated with Dead Cells—could make it one of the more meaningful franchise releases this year for players who still track platforming and 2D combat closely.
FAQ
When does Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse release?
It launches on October 15, 2026.
Which platforms will Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse be available on?
PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Who is developing and publishing the game?
Evil Empire and Motion Twin are developing it, and Konami is publishing it.
What’s the game’s premise and main weapon?
Set 23 years before Castlevania III: Dracula’s Curse, players control a new Belmont protagonist using the holy Vampire Killer whip to destroy medieval and unholy creatures.
