Belmont’s Curse brings fast combat to a visually rich Castlevania adventure

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  A review of Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse praises its fast combat and striking visual design.

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  The game follows Rose, a new vampire hunter trying to establish herself apart from her father, Trevor.

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  The review highlights a whip that works as both a weapon and a grappling hook for combat and exploration.

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  Rose can also use weapons such as a lance and metal gauntlets, as well as spell-like Arcana cards.

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  The reviewer says the game is less successful as a Metroidvania than as an action game.

Who

Rose, a new vampire hunter, is the central character. The game was developed by Evil Empire and Motion Twin.

What

Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse is a new action game in the Castlevania series.

When

The review was published on 2026-10-13.

Where

The story is set across locations including Dracula’s castle and a cemetery.

Why

Rose sets out to prove herself as a self-reliant vampire hunter beyond her family’s legacy.

This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.

This story does not have a timeline yet.