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Castlevania

40th Anniversary

KONAMI
1.0.1
  • Sep 25, 2026
    Update date
  • Security
  • Everyone 10+
  • Android 8.0+
    Android OS

About Castlevania

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Castlevania is an action platform game that brings Simon Belmont’s original battle against Dracula to Android.

Castlevania suits players who want to play the first adventure in the long running series on a phone. It follows Simon Belmont as he enters Dracula’s castle to stop the Dark Lord from returning to Transylvania. The mobile release keeps the original story, setting, and overall challenge of this early Konami title. For players looking for the original game file, the Castlevania APK provides the mobile edition with controls made for touch screens.


Castlevania features

Simon Belmont’s original mission

Castlevania places you in control of Simon Belmont, a vampire hunter entering Count Dracula’s castle. The story centers on Simon’s effort to defeat Dracula before his return threatens Transylvania. This is the adventure that introduced the central conflict of the series.

Whip based combat

You use Simon’s enchanted whip to attack enemies in front of him. Its reach matters when enemies approach from narrow platforms or different heights. Castlevania asks you to time attacks carefully because enemies and hazards can quickly interrupt your progress.

Castle stages and hazards

Castlevania takes place in a gothic castle inspired by medieval Europe and classic Dracula stories. You move through dangerous rooms, platforms, and enemy filled areas as the route leads deeper into the castle. Each stage requires attention to jumps, enemy positions, and the space available to move.

Classic movement and music

Castlevania preserves the original character movement and the game’s classic action platform structure. Simon’s jumps and attacks follow the style of the early release, so players need to adjust to its deliberate pace. The original soundtrack also remains part of the experience as you progress through the castle.

Touch controls and offline play

Castlevania uses a visual touch pad for movement and on screen controls for actions. You can play without an internet connection after the game is available on your Android device. This makes it suitable for playing during travel or in places without a stable connection.


Castlevania 40th Anniversary information

Castlevania: 40th Anniversary is a mobile port of the title that began the franchise’s forty year history. It focuses on the first confrontation between Simon Belmont and Dracula, rather than a later entry with additional characters or story paths. Players interested in the series background can use the official Castlevania website for anniversary and history information.

The release may be offered free for a limited period. If you install it while it is available, the game remains playable even after it is no longer listed for new users. This can matter if you want to keep access to the mobile version of the original Castlevania adventure.


How to play Castlevania on Android

Castlevania begins with Simon Belmont outside Dracula’s castle and leads through a fixed series of stages. Before choosing the Castlevania latest version, check that you want the original game’s direct, challenging style rather than a newer series entry. The on screen touch pad is the main way to guide Simon through each area.

  1. Open Castlevania and begin the game to take control of Simon Belmont at the entrance to Dracula’s castle.

  2. Use the visual touch pad to move Simon left or right, then use the on screen action controls to jump and attack.

  3. Watch enemy movement before approaching, and use the whip when an enemy comes within range.

  4. Time jumps carefully when crossing platforms or avoiding hazards, since a missed jump can cost progress.

  5. Continue through each castle area, defeat the enemies in your path, and advance toward Dracula’s location.


Get started with Castlevania

Castlevania is a mobile version of the original Simon Belmont adventure, with touch controls and offline play. Download Castlevania if you want to play the first game’s castle stages, whip combat, and battle against Dracula on Android.

For series and anniversary information, visit the official website:

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Additional Game Information

Latest Version

1.0.1

Uploaded by

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Requires Android

Android 8.0+

Available on

Content Rating

Everyone 10+ · Fantasy Violence, Mild Blood

Security Report

What's New in the Latest Version 1.0.1

Last updated on Sep 25, 2026

This release includes minor bug fixes and general improvements. Update to the latest version for the best experience.

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