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# Konami’s State of Play: Castlevania Returns, MGS Collection 2, and Silent Hill Gameplay!
- URL: https://www.agamingnetwork.com/konamis-state-of-play-castlevania-returns-mgs-collection-2-and-silent-hill-gameplay/
- Published: 2026-02-14T06:54:23.000Z
- Updated: 2026-02-14T06:54:23.000Z
- Author: Marcel Dee
- Tags: News

Konami clearly came to play at this year's State of Play. Between a massive collaboration for a new *Castlevania*, a long-awaited *Silent Hill* gameplay reveal, and the return of some of the most influential stealth games ever made, the publisher is firing on all cylinders.

Here is your breakdown of Konami’s big night.

## Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse – A Gothic Masterpiece in 1499 Paris

In a surprise collaboration, Konami is teaming up with the "rogue-lite" geniuses at **Evil Empire** (of *Dead Cells* fame) and **Motion Twin** for a brand-new 2D exploration-action title.

Set in **1499 Paris**, the city has been overrun by nightmare creatures. You play as the direct successor to Trevor Belmont, tasked with hunting down these beasts in a burning, atmospheric version of the French capital.

### Why This Isn't Your Average Castlevania:

- **The Whip as a Trapeze:** The Vampire Killer is back, but it is more than just a weapon. You can use it like a trapeze to swing through the air, pouncing on enemies with wolf-like speed.
- **Massive Arsenal:** Beyond the whip, you can master swords, scythes, and more.
- **Classic Secrets:** Yes, the breakable walls and "wall meat" are back, alongside iconic enemies like the slow-moving but deadly Zombie swarms.

**Release Date:** Coming to PS5 and PC in 2026.

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## Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 – The Legends Return

The wait for the second half of the *Metal Gear* saga is over. Konami confirmed that **Master Collection Vol. 2** will launch on **August 27, 2026**. This volume finally rescues *Guns of the Patriots* from PS3 jail.

### What is included:

- **Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots:** Features improved resolution, higher frame rates, and customizable controls.
- **MGS: Peace Walker:** The HD version of Big Boss’s Costa Rican adventure, complete with 4-player co-op and 6-player competitive modes.
- **Metal Gear: Ghost Babel:** The hidden gem from the Game Boy Color (2000) makes its modern debut with screen filters and a rewind function.

**Bonus:** If you have save data from *Vol. 1*, you will unlock **Gold Camouflage** for Snake in *MGS4* and the **Gold Uniform** in *Peace Walker*.

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## Silent Hill: Townfall – Horror Through a New Lens

After years of silence, Screen Burn Interactive and Annapurna gave us a visceral look at **Silent Hill: Townfall**. Shifting to a **first-person perspective**, the game tells the story of **Simon Ordell**, who finds himself trapped in the fog-heavy town of St. Amelia.

### The CRTV: More Than a Radio

Taking the place of the classic radio is the **CRTV**, a handheld pocket television. This device is the heart of the gameplay:

- **Thermal Sight:** It allows you to "see" the outlines of enemies through the fog and walls.
- **Story Signals:** You’ll tune into cryptic broadcasts to solve tactile, narrative-driven puzzles.
- **Stealth vs. Combat:** While you have melee weapons and pistols, the game emphasizes that **knowing when not to fight** is vital. If enemies track you down, they will dynamically hunt you using the environment.