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Konami is celebrating the 40th anniversary of Castlevania with a big retro sale and a free game

Konami is marking the 40th anniversary of Castlevania with a free classic game and a retro sale. The original Castlevania is now available for free on mobile devices. Multiple PlayStation Store discounts are also part of the celebration. This milestone is being commemorated with various events and promotions across different platforms.

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  • ✓ Konami is celebrating the 40th anniversary of Castlevania with a big retro sale and a free game.
  • ✓ The original Castlevania is now available for free on mobile devices.
  • ✓ Multiple PlayStation Store discounts are part of the celebration.
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Konami announced the 40th anniversary celebration of Castlevania, including a free classic game and a retro sale, which is a new development in the ongoing tribute to the series' history.

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  1. Konami celebrates Castlevania's 40th anniversary with free game and retro sale

    Konami is marking the 40th anniversary of Castlevania with a free classic game and a retro sale. The original Castlevania is now available for free on mobile devices. Multiple PlayStation Store discounts are also part of the celebration. This milestone is being commemorated with various events and promotions across different platforms.

    Why it matters

    The Castlevania series, a beloved vampire-slaying action-adventure game franchise, was first introduced 40 years ago. Konami, the game's developer, is celebrating this milestone with special events and promotions. The series has a dedicated fan base and has undergone many changes and iterations over the years. The 40th anniversary is a significant event for fans and the gaming industry.

    What is confirmed

    • Konami is celebrating the 40th anniversary of Castlevania with a big retro sale and a free game.
    • The original Castlevania is now available for free on mobile devices.
    • Multiple PlayStation Store discounts are part of the celebration.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Konami's Castlevania anniversary video may be hinting at 3D rereleases.

    What to watch next

    • Konami's future announcements regarding Castlevania
    • Potential release of new Castlevania games or collections
    • Further details on the retro sale and free game promotion
    Sources used for this update (10)
    1. heise.de — 40 Years of “Castlevania”: A Love Letter to Fantastic Cinema
    2. videogameschronicle.com — Konami is celebrating the 40th anniversary of Castlevania with a big retro sale and a free game
    3. Polygon.com — Konami Teaser Gives Castlevania Fans Hope for a New 3D Collection
    4. KONAMI GROUP CORPORATION — 40 Years of Castlevania: A Legacy Passed from One Generation to the Next
    5. selectbutton.com — Konami’s Castlevania Anniversary Video May Be Hinting at 3D Rereleases
    6. www.consolecreatures.com — Castlevania Celebrates 40th Anniversary With A Free Game
    7. www.konami.com — Celebrate 40 Years of Castlevania! The Original NES Classic ...
    8. www.playstationlifestyle.net — Celebrate Castlevania’s 40th Anniversary With Free Game and ...
    9. www.konami.com — 40 Years of Castlevania: A Legacy Passed from One ... - KONAMI
    10. gamingshogun.com — Konami Announces Castlevania 40th Celebration - GamingShogun
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