Almost 20 Years of Waiting Are Over: New Castlevania Impressed Game Journalists

Castlevania: Belmont's Curse from Konami and Evil Empire will be released today. The game has become one of the highest-rated projects of 2026: it has an average of 86 points on Metacritic.

Castlevania: Belmont's Curse from Konami and Evil Empire received an average of 86 points on Metacritic after 53 reviews, becoming one of the highest-rated games of 2026. The project will be released today on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

After almost 20 years of waiting, the series returns to its classic two-dimensional format. Critics praise the new heroine Rose Belmont, the dark historical Paris, and the captivating adventure from the very first minutes.

They particularly highly rated the acrobatic movement system, whip control, and the Tarot card mechanic, which allows for experimenting with combat styles and character development.

Journalists also note the successful choice of Evil Empire as the developer. The creators crafted an intricate map of Dracula's castle with secrets, challenging platforming trials, and environmental puzzles.

Among the drawbacks mentioned are the sometimes high difficulty, uneven plot, and cautious adherence to the canons of modern Metroidvanias. However, these issues do not overshadow the game's merits.