Saint Slayer: Spear of Sacrilege is a new Castlevania-inspired hack-and-slash adventure that will be released on Steam, PlayStation, Switch, and Xbox on April 20th, 2026. It has been developed by Lillymo Games, who are known for Habroxia, Twin Breaker, and Super Perils of Baking. In a press statement explaining Saint Slayer: Spear of Sacralidge’s retro roots, they said it featured “a killer chiptune soundtrack, crunchy pixelated gore, and relentless gothic atmosphere”.
Those not able to wait to play the full game can download an updated demo on Steam that has been enhanced just in time for the latest Steam Next Fest. Players will travel through 21 handcrafted stages, alone or in 2-player co-op, and face down 7 monstrous bosses in their quest against a demonic uprising. Watching the latest trailer, it certainly has nailed that classic NES Castlevania vibe, but also seems to have lots of modern touches to keep things interesting.
Key features:
Castlevania-inspired hack n’ slash action
21 thrilling stages filled with horror and atmosphere
7 challenging and intense boss battles
Hidden secrets, deadly traps and surprises around every corner
Multiple endings and familiar companions
Loads of unlockable abilities and power-ups
Playable solo or with 2-player local co-op
