Evil Empire and Motion Twin of Dead Cells fame are working on Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, on a new 2D exploration-action title produced by Konami in celebration of the franchise’s 40th anniversary.
It follows a young Trevor Belmont, the family’s signature Vampire Killer whip in tow, as he leaps, swings, and attacks enemies who stand in the way of his goals. It’s set in Paris in 1499 and follows Belmont’s efforts to deal with an invasion by the monsters his family is known for slaying. The game’s art style and visuals are spot-on, while the action flows smoothly with fluid animations and tight combat showcased in the trailer.
The Vampire Killer isn’t the only weapon at Belmont’s disposal, as he’s seen brandishing a sword, slashing away at his enemies with stylish abandon. While there is no information on the story and other weapon types that might make an appearance, expect a world filled with mysteries to uncover, a lot of fighting to get through, and secrets to hunt down as Belmont makes his way across burning streets and gothic buildings that are quite in line with the franchise’s general tone.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse drops for the PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC sometime this year. You can check out the trailer below.
