Belmont's Curse: Why the Devs Made Characters So Attractive

The developers' embrace of thirsty fanart shows they value fan passion and intentionally design characters to resonate, which could strengthen community engagement.
The developers' embrace of thirsty fanart shows they value fan passion and intentionally design characters to resonate, which could strengthen community engagement.
Key points - Castlevania: Belmont's Curse released on October 15 to solid reviews, including an 8/10 from IGN. - Developers Bérenger Dupré and Sandro Bordier are enthusiastic about the 'horny' fanart of the game's characters. - The devs intentionally designed characters to be attractive to appeal to fans, calling it 'a vibe.' - They joked about adding a 'Hot Dads Edition' and said there should be a Game Award for hot dads. - The game features Easter Eggs and secret codes, including a homage to classic fighting game characters.
Timeline - October 15: Castlevania: Belmont's Curse releases. - Recently: Developers comment on thirsty fanart in an interview with Fall Damage.
FAQ
Q: When did Castlevania: Belmont's Curse come out? A: The game released on October 15.
Q: What did the developers say about the fanart? A: They love it and admit they intentionally made characters hot to appeal to fans.
Q: How did the game review? A: It received solid reviews, including an 8/10 from IGN.
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