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Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse for Switch launches October 15

Konami confirms that Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse is set for a simultaneous Nintendo Switch release on October 15.

By · Published July 19, 2026 at 07:31 UTC · Updated July 19, 2026 at 12:27 UTC

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Source diversity sample: Kotaku · Eurogamer.net · gamesradar.com · PlayStation.Blog · VGChartz · My Nintendo News · Gamereactor UK · nintendolife.com.

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📍 How it ended

Konami confirmed that Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse would launch for the Nintendo Switch on October 15. Following the announcement, various publications released hands-on reports describing the title as a potential classic.

The story quieted without further updates following the release of these impressions.

Epilogue added 42d ago, after coverage quieted.

Quick answers

When will Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse launch on Nintendo Switch?

The game is scheduled for release on October 15, 2026.

Will the Switch version be delayed compared to other platforms?

No, coverage confirms the game will launch on the Switch simultaneously with other platforms.

What have initial reports said about the gameplay?

Early impressions from various gaming outlets describe the game as a daunting balancing act that feels like a classic series entry.

The brief

Konami has announced that Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse will be available on the Nintendo Switch starting October 15. This release coincides with the game's launch on other platforms, confirming that the title will not face delays on the Nintendo console.

Coverage from outlets including Kotaku, Eurogamer, and GamesRadar emphasizes the gameplay experience following early hands-on sessions. Reports describe the title as a balancing act, with some publications noting that the game feels like a classic entry in the series.

Future developments will center on the October 15 launch date. Coverage does not yet specify details regarding potential performance differences between the Switch version and other platform editions.

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