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The Vampire Hunt Begins, Castlevania Belmont’s Curse Launches Playable Demo Today
Experience the latest entry in the Castlevania series on PlayStation®5, Nintendo Switch™, XBOX Series X|S, and Steam®
WINDSOR, UNITED KINGDOM – October 1, 2026 – Konami Digital Entertainment, B.V. (KONAMI) today launches a demo version of Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, the newest entry in the legendary Castlevania franchise on PlayStation®5, Nintendo Switch™, XBOX Series X|S, and Steam®. The demo allows players to enjoy the early stages of the game ahead of the official October 15, 2026, release with their progress being carried over to the Day One version*.
Watch the demo trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mgl_n10il2o
Coinciding with the release of the demo, players are welcome to share their gameplay videos and other content in accordance with the game’s Video Posting Guidelines below: https://www.konami.com/games/castlevania/belmonts_curse/eu/en/guideline/
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse is an exploration-based 2D action game developed jointly by KONAMI, Evil Empire and Motion Twin. The story unfolds in Paris, France, in 1499—23 years after the events of the popular series entry Castlevania III. Rose Belmont, daughter of the Dracula-slaying hero Trevor Belmont, sets out to defeat monsters whilst exploring the burning streets of Paris and Dracula’s castle, utilizing a variety of weapons and skills, including the sacred whip ‘Vampire Killer’.
Pre-orders for both the physical and digital editions are now available. The digital or physical Midnight Editions of Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse include alternate costumes for Rose Belmont, a Digital Sound & Art Gallery, and an in-game relic item. Pre-ordering or early purchase of any of the game edition will also award an extra Alucard-style costume for Rose Belmont.
*Save data from the demo can be transferred to the full version.
*The demo and full version must be played on the same platform and with the same account.
*The demo save data must be retained in order to transfer progress.
*Certain features and content may be restricted in the demo version.
*The full version must be updated to the latest version when transferring save data.
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About Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse
Over two decades after the events of Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse and the recent animated show, it is in the streets of 15th century Paris that a new chapter of the legendary House Belmont is about to be written in bloody red ink. Armed with a legendary holy whip, the Vampire Killer, Trevor Belmont’s successor – and the game’s protagonist – must descend into the city attacked by monstrous creatures and a looming mystical castle to hunt down the beasts and save the Parisians from eternal darkness.
About Castlevania
First debuting in 1986, Castlevania is an action-adventure video game series following vampire hunters, the Belmont Clan and their perilous quest to vanquish Dracula, whose dark resurrection threatens the balance of the world. The series is renowned for its rich lore, including various characters, artifacts, and mythological references that contribute to its intricate and immersive storyline. Known for its side-scrolling platforming gameplay, challenging difficulty, and atmospheric visuals, the Castlevania video game series has garnered critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase, influencing countless titles and extending its legacy into other media such as manga and an animated series. The series celebrates its 40th anniversary in September 2026.
About Konami Group
KONAMI GROUP CORPORATION was established in 1973, starting as an amusement machine manufacturer for arcades. Over the years, the company has grown to include different business units across various markets. Currently, KONAMI GROUP CORPORATION includes the Digital Entertainment, Amusement, Gaming & Systems, and Sports Businesses. The company went public on the Osaka Securities Exchange in 1984, the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 1988, and the London Stock Exchange in 1999. For more information, visit: www.konami.com/en.
About Konami Digital Entertainment
Konami Digital Entertainment, which is the core company of Konami Group, develops entertaining content for mobile, console and card games. The company is known for global franchises such as eFootball™, Metal Gear, Silent Hill, Castlevania, and Contra, as well as the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game series. www.konami.com/games/corporate/en/
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