Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is a side-scrolling action RPG set in a gothic horror setting. The game follows Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist curse which slowly crystallizes her body. She must fight her way through a castle filled with demons in order to save herself, and humanity. The game features deep character customization, a myriad of weapons, spells, and abilities to acquire. The title, designed by Koji Igarashi, is considered a spiritual successor to the Castlevania series and was released for Xbox One in June 2019.