Konami launched a free mobile port of the original Castlevania for iOS and Android on September 25, 2026, to mark the franchise's 40th anniversary. The publisher also introduced temporary price cuts on several digital series bundles across major online storefronts.

  • Castlevania 40th Anniversary mobile port available for iOS and Android
  • Free download period ends October 24, 2026
  • PlayStation Store discounts run until October 7 or 8, 2026
  • Steam discounts include Lords of Shadow titles at 80% off

Mobile port details

Users who claim the application before the expiration date retain permanent access to the software on their devices. The mobile adaptation brings the 1986 Nintendo Entertainment System title directly to touchscreens.

Platform discounts

PlayStation Store shoppers can acquire the Anniversary Collection for $3.99, the Dominus Collection for $12.49, the Advance Collection for $5.99, and Requiem for the same price. Steam offers parallel percentage reductions for the Anniversary Collection, Dominus Collection, and Advance Collection.

In addition to these handheld offerings, the console and PC promotions feature steep percentage cuts reaching up to 80 percent off select software packages. Specifically on Steam, the discounted catalog extends to include the Lords of Shadow sub-series at that same 80 percent markdown.

Meanwhile, the PlayStation digital sale windows are strictly time-gated, concluding on either October 7 or October 8, 2026, depending on the specific regional storefront configuration.

The mobile iteration, titled Castlevania 40th Anniversary, acts as the centerpiece of this month-long commemorative window. Unlike the curated compilations available for purchase, this standalone application serves as a direct emulation of the 1986 original, preserved for modern mobile hardware.

For those looking to expand their digital libraries beyond the free mobile release, the tiered pricing structure provides significant entry points for legacy titles. The Castlevania Anniversary Collection leads the value offerings with an 80 percent reduction, while the Castlevania Dominus Collection is available at a 50 percent discount for $12.49. Both the Castlevania Advance Collection and Castlevania Requiem remain marked down by 70 percent, bringing their respective price points to $5.99 each. These digital savings on Steam and the PlayStation Store are distinct from the mobile promotion, which remains accessible for download until October 24, 2026.