Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse review - a fantastic action game, a less than stellar Metroidvania
Rose Belmont is not her father. Rose is something new: the next generation of the legendary vampire hunters spending her life trying to step out of Trevor's shadow, to be seen as the self-reliant woman she is. Any monster that faces her is surprised to see a young girl, not the grizzled old man they've grown used to. But, despite these expectations, despite the long shadow her family tree casts,…
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse is a new entry in the iconic series, having been developed by indie studios Evil Empire and Motion Twin for over a decade. It challenges the traditional narrative of the franchise by focusing on the character of Rose Belmont, the next generation of vampire hunters who strives to break away from her father Trevor's shadow. This fresh perspective allows Rose to prove herself as a self-reliant woman, rather than a relic of her family's legacy.
While Castlevania: Belmont's Curse is largely a modern interpretation of the classic series, it is not a perfect evolution. The game has been praised for its movement and mechanics, which bear a resemblance to the popular roguelike Dead Cells. However, it is important to note that Castlevania: Belmont's Curse is not a roguelike itself. Despite these minor inconsistencies, the game manages to stand on its own as a fresh take on the beloved series.
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