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LOS ANGELES – May 13, in the year of our Lord 2022 – Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc., today announced that Castlevania: Grimoire of Souls has received a major update including new stories, features, and Alter Arts characters. New stories finally reveal the truth about the events of Castlevania III: Dracula's Curse leading to the first defeat of Dracula.

Lucy and her fellow try to counter the threat of Soma, who has turned into a demon king through a special technique. But then Death's evil hand creeps in. ......

The truth of Death's plan and the incident is finally revealed. And the heroes are cornered.

A new fellow brings courage and hope, as the battle enters its final phase in the "place of beginnings."

Who will win, humans or vampires? The story of the grimoire comes to an end!

As the story progresses, new characters Soma Cruz and Trevor Belmont will be added to Alter Arts!

This update also brings new boss battles against popular characters from the series.

Furthermore, the update adds new features for fans to master. First, the weapon equipment system deploys equipment to dispatch units and receive even more rewards for strengthening weapons. Secondly, players can now disassemble surplus souls and convert it into other items.

Playable across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV, Castlevania: Grimoire of Souls is available exclusively on Apple Arcade for a low monthly subscription of $4.99 with a one-month free trial. Apple Arcade is also part of Apple One’s Individual ($14.95), Family ($19.95), and Premier ($29.95) monthly plans, with a one-month free trial*.

*The Apple One free trial includes only services that are not currently used through a free trial or a subscription. Plan automatically renews after trial until cancelled. Restrictions and other terms apply.

About Castlevania: Grimoire of Souls

Featuring the classic 2D action Castlevania fans know and love, Grimoire of Souls offers players a variety of ways to tackle each of its 60 stages through its five playable characters that include well-loved heroes from Castlevania’s back catalogue, each with their own unique abilities. Gamers can play as Alucard, best known from Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, Simon Belmont from the original Castlevania, Maria Renard from Castlevania: Rondo of Blood, Charlotte Aulin from Castlevania: Portrait of Ruin and Shanoa from Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia.

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