Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse launches tonight, October 14, for players on the West Coast, while most regions will get access on October 15. Here are the release times, whether the game has early access, and everything included in the Midnight Edition.

Castlevania Belmont’s Curse Release Date and Launch Times

The Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse release date is October 15, 2026. However, Konami has confirmed that it will launch at 9:00 PM PT, which means West Coast players can start playing tonight, Wednesday, October 14.

For players on the East Coast, that works out to midnight on October 15. In other regions, the same launch time falls later that morning or afternoon. Here are the Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse launch times based on the 9:00 PM PT unlock:

Region	Local date	Launch time
United States (PT)	October 14	9:00 PM PDT
United States (ET)	October 15	12:00 AM EDT
Mexico City	October 14	10:00 PM CST
United States / Canada (ET)	October 15	12:00 AM EDT
Brazil (São Paulo)	October 15	1:00 AM BRT
United Kingdom	October 15	5:00 AM BST
Germany	October 15	6:00 AM CEST
Finland	October 15	7:00 AM EEST
United Arab Emirates	October 15	8:00 AM GST
China / Singapore	October 15	12:00 PM CST / SGT
Japan / South Korea	October 15	1:00 PM JST / KST
Australia (Sydney)	October 15	3:00 PM AEDT
New Zealand (Auckland)	October 15	5:00 PM NZDT

Does Castlevania Belmont’s Curse Have Early Access?

No, Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse does not have early access. Purchasing the Midnight Edition does not let you start playing before the Standard Edition. Despite its name, the Midnight Edition is an upgraded version of the game with extra digital content and in-game items.

It does not include early access or a 24-hour head start. If you’re deciding which edition to purchase, the main difference is the additional costumes, relic, and Digital Sound & Art Gallery.

Castlevania Belmont’s Curse Pre-Order Bonus

Pre-ordering Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse gets you the Alucard Style Costume. The bonus gives Rose Belmont an alternate look inspired by one of the series’ most iconic characters.

The Alucard Style Costume is a separate pre-order bonus from the Trevor and Sypha costumes included in the Midnight Edition. You don’t need to purchase the more expensive edition to receive the pre-order outfit.

What Is Included in the Castlevania Belmont’s Curse Midnight Edition?

The Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Midnight Edition includes the full game, a Digital Sound & Art Gallery, and three bonus in-game items.

Here is everything included:

• Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse
• Digital Sound & Art Gallery
• Trevor Style Costume
• Sypha Style Costume
• Family’s Grace (Relic)

If you pre-order the Midnight Edition, you also receive the Alucard Style Costume mentioned above. For players who just want the main adventure, the Standard Edition is enough. However, if you want the extra costumes and digital gallery, the Midnight Edition bundles those bonuses together.

Is Castlevania Belmont’s Curse on Game Pass?

No, Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse has not been announced for Xbox Game Pass or PC Game Pass at launch. If you want to play when it releases, you’ll need to purchase the game separately.

Although it supports Xbox Play Anywhere, that isn’t the same as Game Pass. The feature lets you buy the game digitally once and play it on both Xbox Series X|S and PC. If you are unsure whether you want to pre-order, check out our Castlevania Belmont’s Curse review roundup guide.

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A leaked Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse review has revealed new details about the game’s exploration, combat, and difficulty. Alongside a reported 32 out of 40 score, the review describes challenging boss battles, customizable assist options, and a progression system tied to tarot cards.

Castlevania Belmont’s Curse Review Leaks early online

A leaked Famitsu review of Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse has surfaced early online. The game reportedly received a 32/40 review score from legendary Japanese magazine. The leaked review praises the game’s detailed environments, music, and exploration, while also highlighting its higher difficulty compared to previous entries.

One of the biggest details is that the game reportedly doesn’t feature equipment collecting or money earned through enemy drops. Instead, the review describes a traditional exploration-focused adventure where new abilities expand the areas you can access.

Interestingly, defeated bosses also appear inside tarot cards and speak to you. Here is a breakdown of the biggest details included in the leaked Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse review:

Biggest Details From the Castlevania Belmont’s Curse Review Leak

• No equipment collecting or money from enemy drops: The review says there are no equipment-collection elements or systems where enemies drop money. Instead, it describes the game as a traditional exploration-focused adventure.
• The story continues from Castlevania III: Dracula’s Curse: The review praises the continuation of that game’s story, along with the Belmont family protagonists and returning classic bosses.
• The whip is a major traversal tool: Players can hook their whip onto anchor points, platforms, and enemies to swing through areas or pull themselves closer before attacking.
• Platforming requires precise control: Aerial movement using the whip and other weapons is important. The review describes demanding traversal that requires players to make skillful use of their abilities.
• Bosses unlock new exploration abilities: Defeating bosses grants “Arcana,” which expand the areas you can explore. The review describes this progression as familiar but rewarding.
• Cards have their own missions and puzzles: Each acquired card reportedly includes missions and puzzles to complete, giving players additional challenges beyond combat.
• Defeated bosses speak to you through tarot cards: Bosses appear inside tarot cards after being defeated and can talk to the player.
• Regular enemies are tougher: Compared to previous entries, standard enemies reportedly take longer to defeat, and players are likely to take damage more often.
• Boss fights reward learning weapons and tactics: Boss encounters are described as especially punishing at first. However, finding effective weapons and strategies makes them much easier, capturing the feel of older games.
• Leveling up helps with difficult bosses: Despite the lack of equipment collecting, the review confirms that leveling up can help players overcome tougher encounters.
• Difficulty can be customized: Players can adjust damage and the number of potions available. The review also praises various assist functions that help players tailor the challenge to their skill level.
• Weapon and Arcana switching adds variety: The review highlights the enjoyment of switching between weapons and Arcana during gameplay.
• Areas are packed with traps and mechanisms: Exploration includes environmental hazards and mechanisms, with whip-assisted leaps between locations singled out as particularly thrilling.
• Paris and the castle feature detailed backgrounds: The environments and music receive praise for making the adventure more immersive.
• Whip swinging may feel sluggish to some players: Although another comment praises the protagonist’s controls, one reviewer says swinging from anchor points could feel a little slow.
• The visual and action styles may divide fans: One comment compares the presentation and action to recent Western indie productions, suggesting that fans’ enjoyment may depend on their personal taste.

Based on the leaked review scores, Belmont’s Curse appears to put a heavy emphasis on exploration, whip traversal, and learning how to overcome challenging enemies. The customizable difficulty options are also a promising detail for anyone who wants to explore its world with a little extra help.

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