KONAMI just dropped a bombshell at the Xbox Games Showcase 2026 today (June 8), officially announcing the latest entry in its iconic action series, "Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse"! This highly anticipated title is set to launch on October 15, 2026, across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox PC, and Steam, with pre-orders kicking off right now.
"Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse" is a 2D action-exploration game developed by KONAMI in collaboration with Evil Empire and Motion Twin. (Evil Empire is leading development, with Motion Twin serving as a consulting studio.)
The story plunges players into 1499 Paris, France, following the events of 1989's "Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse." Our protagonist is none other than Rose Belmont, daughter of the legendary hero Trevor Belmont, who famously defeated Dracula. When Paris is struck by an unprecedented demonic onslaught, Rose steps up to investigate and uncover the source of the chaos.
Wielding the sacred "Vampire Killer" whip, passed down through generations of the Belmont clan, she'll combine it with a diverse arsenal of weapons and skills. Players will explore the streets of Paris and the depths of Dracula's Castle, hunting down the monstrous threats lurking everywhere.
Beyond the game trailer, KONAMI also unveiled a brand-new key visual specially drawn by illustrator Katsuya Terada. His powerful and distinctive art style gives protagonist Rose Belmont a unique charm, setting her apart from previous Belmonts and building serious hype among series fans.
"Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse" isn't just bringing back that classic side-scrolling exploration gameplay; it's also putting a fresh spin on the narrative by focusing on a new generation of the Belmont family with Rose. Mark your calendars for October 15, 2026, when it drops on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox PC, and Steam. Fans of the "Castlevania" series definitely won't want to miss this one!
▼ "Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse" Official Trailer