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Arcade Archives Rack ‘Em Up launches June 11
Hamster announced that Arcade Archives Rack 'Em Up, originally a 1987 Konami title, will launch on June 4 for PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch. A separate version, Arcade Archives 2 Rack 'Em Up, will be available for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series on the same date. The game features pool simulation with Nine-Ball and Rotation rules, and includes various convenience features like save files and a rewind function.
Rack ‘Em Up gets modern re-release
Hamster Corporation announced that the classic 1987 Konami billiards game, Rack ‘Em Up, is receiving modern re-releases. The game will be available on Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PlayStation 5 via the Arcade Archives 2 series, and on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 through the original Arcade Archives series starting June 11th.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Preorders Include An Alucard-Themed Bonus Costume
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse is set to release on October 15 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, with a Nintendo Switch version to follow. Preorders for both standard and digital-only Midnight Editions are now open and include an exclusive Alucard-themed costume for Sonia Belmont as a bonus.
Nintendo Direct June 2026: Everything Announced!
Nintendo held a surprise Nintendo Direct presentation showcasing numerous upcoming titles for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The showcase included new releases, ports of existing games, and DLC announcements across various genres, with many titles slated for release in late 2026 and into 2027.
Summer Game Fest 2026: Hands-on and more details on 6 upcoming PS5 games
Summer Game Fest Play Days showcased several upcoming PlayStation 5 titles, including Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, Crazy Taxi: World Tour, gen Atlas, Silent Hill: Townfall, Sonic Pico Park, and Virtua Fighter Crossroads. Hands-on demos and presentations provided new details on gameplay, story elements, and release windows for these anticipated games.
Summer Game Fest 2026: Hands-on and more details on 11 upcoming PS5 games
Summer Game Fest Play Days showcased numerous upcoming PlayStation 5 titles, offering hands-on experiences and new details. Games previewed include Alien: Isolation 2, Control Resonant, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Resident Evil Veronica, SAW: Genesis, Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, Crazy Taxi World Tour, gen Atlas, Silent Hill: Townfall, Sonic Pico Park, and Virtua Fighter Crossroads.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse – get your Halloween cosplay ready for release day
Konami has announced that Castlevania: Belmont's Curse will launch on October 15, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch version planned for later in 2026. Developed by Konami and Evil Empire, the 2D action-exploration game features a new Belmont hero, Rose Belmont, and classic Castlevania elements with modern gameplay.
Xbox Games Showcase 2026: Every Major Reveal, Trailer and Release Date – Part 1 | Invision Game Community
The Xbox Games Showcase 2026 featured numerous reveals, including gameplay for Gears of War: E-Day, Fable, and State of Decay 3, alongside release dates for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and Halo: Campaign Evolved. Microsoft also celebrated 25 years of Xbox with special edition hardware and showcased new titles like Spyro: A Realm Beyond and Senua.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Arrives In October
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, developed by KONAMI and Evil Empire, will be released on October 15, 2026, for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. The game stars Rose Belmont, daughter of Trevor Belmont, and features contributions from indie studio Motion Twin.
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.
