Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Available for $1 in Fanatical Mystery Bundle

Evil Empire's Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, a title lauded by many as one of the best Metroidvania games and a standout entry in the Castlevania franchise, is currently available for a significant discount. Players can potentially acquire the game for as little as $1 through Fanatical's Mystery Chest bundle. Developed by Evil Empire, known for its work on Dead Cells DLC including Return to Castlevania, the game places players in the role of Rose Belmont, daughter of Trevor Belmont. Set in a monster-infested Paris, Rose must explore the city, from its sewers to its towers, using magical tarot cards and a variety of unlockable weapons to combat enemies and uncover the cause of the outbreak. The game's design emphasizes exploration and progression in a way that avoids excessive backtracking, maintaining a natural and engaging pace. Combat is described as fluid and adaptable, with a range of weapons catering to different playstyles. Rose can also utilize absorbed boss spirits to gain new powers, reminiscent of the strategic depth found in games like Devil May Cry. Castlevania: Belmont's Curse has garnered widespread critical acclaim, with some reviews awarding it a perfect 10/10 and suggesting it could be remembered alongside classics like Symphony of the Night. Fanatical's Mystery Chest bundle offers a chance to obtain a Steam key for Belmont's Curse for $1, though it is a gamble as other games may be included. For those who prefer a guaranteed purchase, the game is also available directly at its lowest price to date, $22.49, also through Fanatical. This article was created in collaboration with Fanatical’s deals team. GameSpot and Fanatical are both owned by Fandom.