Konami is marking the 40th anniversary of the Castlevania franchise with a mix of free content and deep discounts across major gaming platforms. This celebration offers retro fans a chance to play the original 1986 title for free on mobile devices while buyers can save up to 80% on classic collections and modern entries. The event bridges the gap between the series' arcade origins and its current digital availability, giving players immediate access to both legacy and upcoming titles.
Free mobile port and deep discounts celebrate 40 years of the franchise
The centerpiece of the mobile promotion is a free port of the original Castlevania game, available on iOS and Android until October 24, 2026. This release allows new and returning players to experience the game that started it all without any purchase barrier. Alongside this free offering, Konami is running targeted sales on PlayStation Store and Steam, focusing on curated bundles and series entries that define the franchise's history.
Digital storefronts are hosting the bulk of the discount event with specific end dates for each platform. The PlayStation Store sale runs until October 7, 2026, featuring titles such as the Castlevania Anniversary Collection with price cuts reaching 80 percent. Steam is hosting a parallel promotion that lasts until October 1, 2026, applying similar steep discounts to the Lords of Shadow series and other related games.
Looking ahead to late October, Konami is preparing to release Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch, and PC on October 15, 2026. A demo for this new title will launch on October 1, 2026, and will support save file compatibility when the full game ships. This progression from free retro content to discounted classics and finally to a new release provides a structured timeline for fans to engage with the franchise throughout the autumn season.
Source: VideoGameChronicles
