Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Hands-On Preview
Originally published Jul 17, 2026
By Aidan Moher · Kotaku
AI-generated summary based on Kotaku · Aggregated by GamingCurve · Human-reviewed and approved on Jul 17, 2026
Key points
- Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse is a 2D Metroidvania game.
- It draws inspiration from Dead Cells and Hollow Knight.
- The title aims to be more than a simple homage to the genre.
- The game features challenging gameplay and visual design.
- Developers are working to establish a unique identity for the title.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse is a 2D Metroidvania that blends elements from Dead Cells and Hollow Knight. The game aims to go beyond being a simple homage by offering a unique experience. It combines challenging gameplay with a visually appealing design. The title promises ambitious mechanics and a fresh take on the genre. Developers are striving to prove themselves with this new entry.
Read the original story: Kotaku — by Aidan Moher