Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Preview Has Critics Hyped for 2D Return

The first previews for the upcoming Castlevania: Belmont's Curse are in, and the vibe is wildly positive. According to IGN, the game seems poised to live up to the series' legendary standards.

Eurogamer calls it a grand return to the franchise's platformer roots, built on strong genre foundations. Previewers were quickly thrust into the classic experience of battling monsters with a deep arsenal.

PC Gamer notes the action feels like classic Castlevania on fast forward, praising a particularly satisfying whip. Kotaku describes the 2D revival as a beautiful and ambitious blend of inspirations like Dead Cells and Hollow Knight, aiming to be more than just an homage.