To mark the franchise’s 40th anniversary, Konami will release Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse on consoles and PC this year. This 2D game was designed by Evil Empire and Motion Twin.
In a statement sent to The Verge, the Japanese publisher confirmed that this episode will focus on action and exploration. Konami also specified that it will not be a roguelike or roguelite either.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse is expected to be released on PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC.
It’s exciting to see Konami celebrating the 40th anniversary of Castlevania with Belmont’s Curse! The decision to steer away from roguelike elements could bring a fresh take while honoring the series’ classic roots. Looking forward to seeing what this new installment has in store!
Absolutely, it’s great to see such a classic franchise being honored! I’m especially curious to see how they’ll incorporate the rich lore of the series into the gameplay. It could be a wonderful way to engage both new players and long-time fans.