Castlevania Turns 40 as Konami Announces Belmont's Curse
Castlevania, which began as Akumajō Dracula on the NES in 1986, marks 40 years as Konami reveals Castlevania: Belmont's Curse for October 2026.
Castlevania has reached its 40th anniversary. The series began as Akumajō Dracula, launching for the NES on 26th September 1986.
Konami is marking the milestone by bringing the franchise back. The publisher has announced Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, a new entry in the long-running series.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse is scheduled to release on 15th October 2026. Platforms have not been confirmed.
The anniversary and the new title were reported by Nintendo Life.
Quick answers
When did Castlevania first release?
Castlevania first launched as Akumajō Dracula for the NES on 26th September 1986.
What is the next Castlevania game?
Konami has announced Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, set to release on 15th October 2026.
How old is the Castlevania series?
The Castlevania series has now turned 40 years old.