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Silent Hill: Townfall goes Until Dawn mode with celebrity cameos from The Odyssey and Lost actors
Konami revealed a new trailer for Silent Hill: Townfall at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026, showcasing celebrity voice actors Terry O'Quinn and Jovan Adepo. Developer Screen Burn is incorporating Hollywood talent into the psychological horror game, a departure from previous Silent Hill titles.
Castlevania’s New PlayStation 5 Action Game Gets Update Konami Fans Will Love
Konami and Evil Empire have revealed the English voice cast for the upcoming Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, featuring returning actors like Graham McTavish as Dracula and Liam O’Brien as Isaac. A new trailer showcases the action-adventure game's Gothic environments, fast-paced combat, and boss battles. The game is set to release on October 15, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Dracula & Sypha voice actors from the Netflix series return for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse
Konami has announced the English voice cast for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, with Alejandra Reynoso and Graham McTavish reprising their roles as Sypha Belnades and Count Dracula, respectively, from the Netflix series. The game is set to launch on October 15, 2026, and will feature other notable voice actors such as Abby Trott and JB Blanc.
My Cat Doesn’t Care About The Metal Gear Box, Just The Box It Came In
Konami has announced a line of Metal Gear Solid-themed cat merchandise, including cat-scratch boxes and plush toys, to celebrate the upcoming release of Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2. The merchandise will be available at CatCon 2026 and through the OKS Gear Shop. The collection, featuring items inspired by Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, launches alongside the game on August 27 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Is Basically A Netflix Castlevania Reunion
Konami has revealed the voice cast for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, developed by Evil Empire. The game features several actors from the Netflix Castlevania animated series, including Graham McTavish as Dracula, Alejandra Reynoso as Sypha Belnades, and Liam O'Brien as Isaac. The title is set to launch on October 15 for PC and consoles.
Opening Night Live 2026 time and how to watch – Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past DLC, and more have already been confirmed to appear
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026, hosted by Geoff Keighley, will feature new looks at Final Fantasy 7 Revelation and The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past DLC. The two-hour showcase will also include updates on Silent Hill Townfall, Gears of War: E-Day, and Exodus, airing on August 25th.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse brings on the Netflix show's Dracula and 1 other star from the TV series as part…
Konami has revealed the English voice cast for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, featuring several actors from the Netflix animated series. Alejandra Reynoso returns as Sypha Belnades, and Graham McTavish reprises his role as Dracula. Liam O'Brien will voice Isaac, and JB Blanc is cast as Trevor. The game is set to release on October 14.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse voice actors revealed
Konami, Evil Empire, and Motion Twin have revealed the voice cast for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, featuring actors like Liam O’Brien reprising his role as Isaac. The game, set in 1499 Paris, will launch on Nintendo Switch on October 15, 2026, and emphasizes satisfying whip action, diverse bosses, and customizable battle styles.
This week in PC games: Gamescom and GTA 6 fight for our attention, but don't forget Folk Emerging, MGS4 and the horror game about balancing a cake
This week's PC gaming news is dominated by Gamescom and a Grand Theft Auto 6 documentary, alongside a significant number of new game releases. Notable titles include the early access milsim Burned Horizons, horror visual novel Money for Girls: Amortized, and Patrice Désilets' long-troubled 1666: Amsterdam. Other releases span various genres, from bullet hell and platformers to 4X strategy and survival games.
Konami president says "reboots" of Metal Gear, Castlevania, and Silent Hill are "important initiatives" for the company going forward
Konami president Hideki Hayakawa stated that reboots of existing intellectual properties such as Metal Gear, Silent Hill, Castlevania, and Suikoden are important business initiatives. While the company is focused on these established franchises, it also aims to create entirely new genres and works. This announcement comes after a period of fan dissatisfaction and a recent resurgence in well-received remakes and new titles for these series.
As Hideo Kojima turns 63, the Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding creator says "I would like to remain focused on creating games" despite the interest in movies
Hideo Kojima, creator of Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding, celebrated his 63rd birthday by reaffirming his commitment to game development despite interest in film projects. He emphasized the need to manage his time effectively as he continues to work on upcoming titles like OD and Physint, and acknowledged his 40th career anniversary in 2026.
Metal Gear, Silent Hill, Castlevania Reboots Are “Pillars” of Konami’s Business, Says President
Konami Digital Entertainment president Hideki Hayakawa stated that reboots of Metal Gear, Silent Hill, Castlevania, and Suikoden are key business initiatives. While specific reboot plans remain vague, the company is actively working on remakes and new titles for these franchises, alongside new intellectual properties and existing games like eFootball and Yu-Gi-Oh!.
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 Updates MGS4’s Disc Swapping Joke With New Voice Lines
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 will update a fourth-wall-breaking joke from Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots for modern platforms. Instead of referencing the PlayStation 3's Blu-ray technology, Otacon's voice lines will now mention PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch. The collection, set to release on August 27th, will also include Peace Walker and Ghost Babel.
Metal Gear Solid 4 – Master Collection Vol. 2 – What You Need To Know Before Buying
Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots is set to be released in Master Collection Vol. 2, bringing the PlayStation 3 exclusive to modern platforms. The game features a deep narrative, innovative stealth and action mechanics, and unique systems like OctoCamo and Solid Eye. The collection will include the MGS4 Database, Screenplay Book, and Master Book, with pre-order bonuses available. It will support 4K resolution and 60fps on most platforms, though the Nintendo Switch will have lower resolutions and a 30fps cap.
Silent Hill: Townfall's new gameplay trailer quietly confirms how long its PS5 exclusivity will last
A new gameplay trailer for Silent Hill: Townfall reveals that the game will be a PlayStation 5 console exclusive until at least six months after its release, suggesting a potential PC and other console release around March 2027. The trailer showcases protagonist Simon exploring the game's eerie environments. Konami producer Motoi Okamoto also commented on the franchise's revival, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a strong psychological horror narrative while allowing for experimental gameplay.
Video: Metal Gear Solid 4 Nintendo Switch 2 vs. PS5 vs. PS3 graphics comparison
A graphics comparison video showcases Metal Gear Solid 4 running on the Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation 3. The Nintendo Switch 2 version targets 60 FPS, a significant upgrade from the PS3's 30 FPS, while the PS5 version offers slightly higher resolution and better shadows. Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 is set to release on August 27, 2026.
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 updates MGS4 joke, even brings back original voice actor
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 updates a joke in Metal Gear Solid 4, referencing the original PlayStation 3 platform with updated voice lines recorded by Christopher Randolph. The reference now changes depending on the platform, with Nintendo Switch being an example, and the collection is set to release on August 27, 2026.
Konami’s New PS5 Action Game Collection Gets Rave Reviews
Konami's Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 has received positive reviews ahead of its August 27, 2026 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch. Critics praise the collection for modernizing classic titles like Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, highlighting improved gameplay and game preservation efforts.
Metal Gear Solid 4's most famous joke gets updated in Master Collection Vol. 2, with Konami even bringing back the…
Konami has updated a classic meta-joke from Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots within the Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2. The updated joke now references current platforms like PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, rather than the original PlayStation 3 disc-swapping gag. Voice actor Christopher Randolph reprised his role for the updated lines.
Konami Sets an August Date for Metal Gear Solid’s Return — Mark Your Calendar
Konami has announced that Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 will be released on August 27 for PC and other platforms, priced at $49.99. The collection will feature Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, along with Metal Gear: Ghost Babel and digital bonus content. This release marks a significant return for the franchise since Hideo Kojima's departure from Konami.
