Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Demo Hides Fighting Game Easter Eggs
Players found a secret weapon called Cestus that makes Rose Belmont strike poses from Street Fighter and Marvel vs Capcom 2.
Players digging through the free demo of Castlevania: Belmont's Curse have discovered references to classic fighting game characters, according to IGN. The demo, released on October 1, 2026, includes a secret weapon called Cestus, a pair of brass knuckle-style MMA gloves.
When Rose Belmont attacks with Cestus, she strikes poses that resemble fighting stances from games such as Street Fighter and Marvel vs Capcom 2. The discovery was made by fans exploring the demo's content.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse is set in 1500s Paris and features Rose Belmont as the protagonist. The full game is scheduled to launch on October 15, 2026.
Series history
Konami previously released a Castlevania fighting game called Castlevania Judgment in 2008. Separately, the Castlevania franchise soundtrack is set to receive a live power rock-symphony in March 2026, with shows planned for London, Tokyo, and Los Angeles.
Quick answers
When does Castlevania: Belmont's Curse release?
The full game is scheduled to launch on October 15, 2026.
What is the secret weapon in the demo?
The demo includes a secret weapon called Cestus, a pair of brass knuckle-style MMA gloves.
What fighting game references are in the demo?
After attacking with Cestus, Rose Belmont strikes poses that resemble fighting stances from games like Street Fighter and Marvel vs Capcom 2.