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All Switch 1 & 2 Games Shown at XBOX Showcase | June 7, 2026 - NintendoFuse
During the Summer Game Fest 2026 showcase, XBOX Studios revealed several games coming to the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. Titles announced include Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember, Crazy Taxi: World Tour, Minecraft Dungeons II, Spyro: A Realm Beyond, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, and Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse.
Momotaro Dentetsu series sales top 20.1 million
The Momotaro Dentetsu series has achieved over 20.1 million units in total sales as of March 2026, Konami announced. This digital board game series, where players act as railway presidents aiming to acquire the most assets, first launched in 1998. The latest installment was released for Nintendo Switch in 2025.
All Major Xbox Games Showcase 2026 Announcements
The Xbox Games Showcase 2026 featured numerous game announcements and trailers. Highlights include Spyro the Dragon 4, Fable, Gears of War: E-Day, Persona 6, and DOOM: The Dark Ages Revelations DLC, with many titles slated for 2027 releases across multiple platforms.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Gets A Release Date, But Not On Switch
Konami has announced that Castlevania: Belmont's Curse will launch on October 15, 2026, for Xbox platforms. While a release date for the Nintendo Switch version is unconfirmed, Konami stated it will also arrive in 2026. Details regarding Switch pre-orders are expected at a later time.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Sets October 15 Release
Konami and Evil Empire announced Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, a sequel to Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse, will be released on October 15, 2026. The game features Rose Belmont, daughter of Trevor Belmont and Sypha Belnades, and introduces new mechanics like tarot-based Arcana skills. It will be available on Xbox Series X|S and PC as an Xbox Play Anywhere title.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse won’t be on Nintendo Switch at launch
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse will not launch on Nintendo Switch on its October 15, 2026 release date, with Konami confirming a later 2026 release for the platform. The game will be playable on the Nintendo Switch 2 via backward compatibility. The action platformer features whip-based combat, a variety of weapons, environmental hazards, and a new art style.
XBOX Games Showcase 2026 Recap: The Return of Exclusives, World Premieres, and Anniversary Hardware
The XBOX Games Showcase 2026 highlighted numerous upcoming titles, including Gears of War: E-Day, Clockwork Revolution, and Senua, with many confirmed as XBOX console exclusives. The event also celebrated XBOX's 25th anniversary with the announcement of limited edition hardware and revealed new trailers and gameplay for games like Fable, Halo: Campaign Evolved, and Persona 6.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Release Date Set
Konami and Evil Empire have announced that Castlevania: Belmont's Curse will be released on October 15, 2026. The Metroidvania title will be available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. A new trailer showcasing the protagonist Rose and various enemies was also revealed during Summer Game Fest 2026.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse gets October release date from Konami, right on time for Halloween
Konami has announced that Castlevania: Belmont's Curse will be released on October 15, 2024, for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X|S. The new trailer showcased gameplay for the 2D action Metroidvania title, which has been long-awaited by fans.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse plans to break it on 15th October
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, a new 2D side-scrolling metroidvania, is set to release on October 15th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Developed by Evil Empire with advisory support from Motion Twin and Konami, the game is set in 15th century Paris, more than two decades after Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse.
Castlevania Belmont’s Curse gets new trailer coming October and Switch 2 not mentioned
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse will launch on October 15th, as confirmed by Konami. The 2D action-exploration game, developed by Evil Empire and Motion, was revealed at Sony's State of Play and is also coming to Nintendo Switch, though a Switch 2 release was not mentioned in the recent Xbox Game Showcase trailer.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse release date set for October
Konami, Evil Empire, and Motion Twin have announced that Castlevania: Belmont's Curse will be released on October 15th for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5, with a Nintendo Switch version to follow. The game features satisfying whip action, a variety of weapons and abilities, environmental hazards, a new art style, and beloved elements from the Castlevania series. The official key art was created by Katsuya Terada.
Konami's New Castlevania Casts a Curse on PS5 This October
Konami has announced that Castlevania: Belmont's Curse will be released on October 15th for the PlayStation 5. This marks the first new Castlevania game since 2014 and is being developed by Dead Cells studio Evil Empire, featuring 2D action gameplay and art by Katsuya Terada.
Everything Announced at Xbox Showcase 2026
The Xbox Games Showcase 2026 featured numerous announcements, including Gears of War: E-Day, Fable, Halo: Campaign Evolved, and Persona 6. Several new games and DLCs were revealed, with many slated for 2026 and 2027 releases across PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. Microsoft also celebrated Xbox's 25th anniversary with a special edition console.
Vampire Survivors has a free content expansion, plus a Legacy of the Bloodmoon DLC in Summer 2026
Developer poncle has released a free content update for Vampire Survivors, version 1.15, which includes major quality-of-life improvements, new content like stages and characters, and various tweaks. Additionally, the 'Legacy of the Bloodmoon' DLC was announced for Summer 2026, serving as an expansion to 'Legacy of the Moonspell'. poncle also revealed plans for a new studio in Japan headed by Sawaki Takeyasu and a lineup of 'Survivaton' games.
Silent Hill 2 remake studio is back with more sci-fi horror, and this time it's taking Star Trek to a mysterious, hostile world
Bloober Team, known for the Silent Hill 2 remake, has announced Star Trek: Shadow Frontier, a sci-fi psychological thriller set for release next year on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. The game features Michelle Forbes reprising her role as Ro Laren, who crash-lands on a hostile planet filled with twisted creatures and a mysterious entity. Bloober Team also has other projects in development, including a Silent Hill 1 remake and a new Layers of Fear game.
What We Played – 007 First Light, Mina The Hollower & Gothic Remake
Several gaming outlets shared their recent play experiences, including 007 First Light, LEGO Batman, and Mina The Hollower. Other titles mentioned include Skull & Bones, Diablo 4, God of War, and the newly released Gothic 1 Remake. The article also touches on upcoming previews and reviews for various games.
Saw's the latest movie to get the asymmetrical horror game treatment and it's coming from Silent Hill 2 remake studio Bloober Team
Bloober Team, known for the Silent Hill 2 remake, has announced Saw: Genesis, an asymmetrical horror game set in the aftermath of World War 1. Players can either play as the Judge, a precursor to Jigsaw, or as one of three Accursed trying to escape his deadly labyrinth. The game will feature procedurally generated maps, unique challenges, and a year-long Steam early access period before its full release.
Konami 2026 PS5 Adventure Game Already Discounted on PS Store
Konami's upcoming PlayStation 5 adventure game, Darwin's Paradox, developed by ZDT Studio, is currently available at a 25% discount on the PlayStation Store, priced at $18.74. The game features a single-player experience where players control an octopus navigating an industrial complex, with a free demo also available.
September becomes a pile-up as publishers swerve to avoid GTA 6 | Opinion
The upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6 in November 2026 has caused a significant reshuffling of other major game launch dates, with many publishers opting for a crowded September release window to avoid direct competition. This clustering of high-profile titles like Marvel's Wolverine, Control Resonant, Silent Hill: Townfall, and Onimusha: Way of the Sword creates a commercial 'bloodbath' for consumers and publishers alike, as games are expensive and time-consuming, leading most players to purchase and focus on one title at a time.
