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Steam Week in Review: AI disclosures enter the discourse again, as Epic CEO calls them 'just as partisan as…
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney has strongly criticized Valve's mandatory AI disclosure policy for Steam, calling it politically motivated and harmful to developers. He argues that Valve is creating an anti-AI environment and that this stance benefits Epic Games. Valve, however, states the policy is to understand the evolving landscape and risks associated with AI in game development.
ShackStream: Elden Ring on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 762
The Stevetendo Show is continuing its Elden Ring playthrough, with host Steve having recently defeated the boss Margit. The stream will feature more Elden Ring gameplay, potentially alongside titles like Castlevania and Mega Man 7, with a focus on Nintendo Switch games. The show airs on the Shacknews Twitch channel.
How Castlevania influenced Mina the Hollower's combat design
Yacht Club Games designer Alec Faulkner explained how specific titles in the early Castlevania series directly influenced the combat design for their upcoming game, Mina the Hollower. The influence was detailed in a nearly three-hour documentary about the game's development.
Konami president Hideki Hayakawa believes AI 'won't bring a significant change' to gaming
Konami President Hideki Hayakawa stated that artificial intelligence will not significantly change the gaming industry, emphasizing the irreplaceable role of human creativity. While acknowledging AI's potential for production efficiency, he believes people and creators are paramount to developing entertaining and innovative games. Konami supports its creators in safely adopting new technologies like AI.
Win 19 Castlevania Games And Two DLCs In This Fangtastic Giveaway
A giveaway is offering a chance to win 19 Castlevania games, two DLCs for Castlevania: Lords of Shadow, and a book celebrating the series' history. The bundle includes titles spanning the franchise's history, from classic entries to the Lords of Shadow subseries. The giveaway is hosted on the Fanatical website.
Evening Reading - October 16, 2026
This week's gaming news roundup includes updates on Mina the Hollower, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, and The Wolf Among Us Remastered. Legislation for player ownership was introduced, and new game maps are available. The article also touches on upcoming releases like Stranger Than Heaven and Hillthorn, and mentions the latest Jackbox Party Pack and Neva.
ShackStream: Elden Ring on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 759
The Stevetendo Show is continuing its Elden Ring playthrough, episode 759, with host Steve aiming to defeat the boss Margit. Steve has been leveling up off-stream to prepare for the challenge. The stream will also feature upcoming games like Castlevania: Belmont's Curse and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, alongside discussions about potential Nintendo Switch Online announcements.
The Treasure Chest Trick Behind Vampire Survivors
Vampire Survivors' success, including its BAFTA win over Elden Ring and God of War Ragnarok, is partly attributed to its engaging chest drop mechanic, inspired by slot machine design. Creator Luca Galante, who previously worked on gambling software, meticulously crafted the sound and visual feedback for these moments, demonstrating how detailed polish in small interactions can significantly enhance player experience and drive genre innovation.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Is a Worthy Heir to its Legacy
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse marks a triumphant return for the series, blending the best of modern Metroidvania design with the franchise's iconic gothic atmosphere. Developed by KONAMI in partnership with Evil Empire and Motion Twin, the game features satisfying combat, a deep spell system, and a compelling narrative centered on Rose Belmont. It is available on Xbox Series X|S and PC.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse review - a fantastic action game, a less than stellar Metroidvania
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse is a new action game from Evil Empire and Motion Twin that offers stunning visuals and fluid combat, particularly with its unique whip-hook mechanic. However, the game struggles to balance its engaging action elements with its Metroidvania aspirations, leading to frustrating design choices and a feeling of internal conflict.
ShackStream: Elden Ring on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 757
The Stevetendo Show is continuing its Elden Ring playthrough, facing tough bosses like the Tree Sentinel and Margit. The streamer plans to grind for levels to overcome challenges. The show also briefly mentions upcoming playthroughs of Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and a new Castlevania game on Nintendo Switch.
Evening Reading - October 6, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers a variety of gaming news, including the Paramount merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, new Fortnite collaborations from SteelSeries and KontrolFreek, and Aion 2's global launch reaching 400,000 concurrent players. It also touches on GameStop selling refurbished PS5 Pros, Supermassive Games' involvement in a The Conjuring game, and updates for Deadlock City Never Sleeps and Nintendo Switch Sports Resort.
A rough guide to 40 years of Castlevania and the brand new Belmont’s Curse game
Konami is reviving the Castlevania series with Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, its first new game in 12 years, launching October 15. This guide provides a retrospective on the franchise's 40-year history, its role in defining the Metroidvania genre, and details on the new game's plot and connection to the Netflix series.
Our time with Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave! Pure Nintendo Podcast E183
The Pure Nintendo Podcast episode E183 features discussions on Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, with hosts Jem and Kirk sharing their experiences and opinions on the game. They also touch upon upcoming Zelda concerts, horror-themed titles for Halloween, and a new Castlevania demo.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse was born out of "a sense of urgency," producer says, and if we have to wait 10 years for the next game, "the whole thing is meaningless"
Konami producer Tsutomu Taniguchi stated that Castlevania: Belmont's Curse was developed with a sense of urgency, and that a decade-long wait for the next installment would render the current release meaningless. He noted a decline in active players but an increase in awareness, possibly due to the Netflix series, and expressed hope for future games without specifying a timeline.
Remakes och remasters är inget nytt fenomen
The article discusses the long history of video game remakes and remasters, arguing that the practice is not a new phenomenon driven by developer laziness. It defines remakes as games rebuilt from the ground up with updated assets and mechanics, while remasters involve graphical and audio enhancements to existing games. Examples from the 8-bit and 16-bit eras, as well as early PC titles, are provided to illustrate the historical prevalence of these updated versions.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Gets Free Demo To Let You Prove You’re Worthy to Hunt The Night
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse has released a free demo on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, allowing players to try out protagonist Rose Belmont. The demo's save data will transfer to the full game, which launches on October 15th.
Castlevania AGA - Castlevania for the Commodore Amiga finally reaches 1.0 and it's glorious
Castlevania AGA, a fan-made reimagining of the original 1986 Castlevania for the Commodore Amiga, has reached version 1.0 and is now available for download. Developed by Dante Retro Dev, this project utilizes the aesthetics of Castlevania Chronicles to create an enhanced 16-bit interpretation. A recent update on September 26, 2026, added polish, secret content, gameplay tweaks, and an overhauled final boss encounter, along with a printable PDF manual.
Castlevania's Iconic Soundtrack Gets Its Own Symphony, Brought to Life by a 25-Piece Power Rock Orchestra
Konami is celebrating the 40th anniversary of Castlevania with a special symphony featuring a 25-member rock orchestra. This event will bring the series' iconic music to fans in Tokyo, London, and Los Angeles.
Castlevania celebrates turning 40 by giving away the original game for free
Konami is celebrating the 40th anniversary of Castlevania by offering the original 1986 game for free on mobile platforms until October 24, 2026. Additionally, various Castlevania titles are available at significant discounts across PlayStation Store and Steam. The upcoming entry, Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, is set to release on October 15 for Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
