Buying guide
Eclipse Edition vs Standard: What Are You Actually Buying?
Three editions, one simple truth: no edition contains gameplay advantages you can't earn in-game. The decision is purely about physical goods and digital lore extras.
| Content | Standard | Eclipse | Collector's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base game | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Digital World Compendium | — | ✓ | ✓ (+ 60-page hardcover) |
| Digital Comic Book (story prequel) | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Digital Soundtrack | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Sangoran Wayfarer's Armor Set | In-game unlock | In-game unlock | In-game unlock |
| Steelbook® | — | — | ✓ |
| World map (33×40 cm) | — | — | ✓ |
| Purearts® Coen figurine (23 cm) | — | — | ✓ |
| Price (USD) | $69.99 | $79.99 (digital only) | $199.99 |
The verdict
- Standard ($69.99): the right call for most players. Nothing gameplay-relevant is withheld, and the Eclipse extras can be added later for ~$14.99 if you fall in love with the world.
- Eclipse ($79.99, digital only): worth the $10 if you want the comic — it's a genuine story prequel, not filler — plus the soundtrack and compendium. Skip if lore extras don't move you.
- Collector's ($199.99): you're paying ~$120 over Eclipse for the Purearts Coen figurine, Steelbook, map and the hardcover compendium. That's a merch decision, not a game decision.
FAQ
What's included in The Blood of Dawnwalker Eclipse Edition?
The Eclipse Edition ($79.99, digital only) includes the base game plus three digital extras: the Digital World Compendium, the Digital Comic Book (a prequel to the main story), and the Digital Soundtrack.
Is the Sangoran Wayfarer's Armor Set exclusive to pre-orders?
No. It was a pre-order bonus, but Bandai Namco confirms it is an early unlock — every player can obtain the armor set later in-game, regardless of edition.
Can I upgrade from Standard to Eclipse Edition later?
Yes. The Eclipse Edition content is sold separately as an upgrade (e.g. $14.99 on Xbox), so there is no pressure to decide at purchase. Day One Edition owners can upgrade the same way.
Is the Eclipse Edition worth it?
If you want the story prequel comic and the soundtrack, $10 over Standard is fair. If you only care about gameplay, skip it — no edition contains gameplay-affecting exclusives, and the armor set is earnable in-game.