TL;DR
- Eclipse Edition DLC unlocks after you complete the Prologue
- The Prologue ends when you help Anca clear the rubble blocking Laslea’s gate
- Once unlocked, all extra content is found under Extra on the title screen
- Eclipse Edition includes: Digital World Compendium, Digital Soundtrack (38 tracks), and a Digital Comic Book
- The Sangoran Wayfarer’s Armor Set is also rewarded after finishing the Prologue
- Standard Edition owners can buy the Eclipse content as a separate upgrade
- The World Compendium contains spoilers — best saved for mid-to-late game
How to unlock Eclipse Edition DLC content in The Blood of Dawnwalker is something many players wonder about right after starting the game. The content does not appear automatically from the moment you boot up. There is a small step you need to take first, and this guide will walk you through exactly what to do and what you get once it is all unlocked.
If you picked up the Eclipse Edition or are deciding whether it is worth buying, you are in the right place. And if you are still figuring out which version to get or how the game’s time system works before you jump in, our Blood of Dawnwalker release date, platforms, and editions guide covers every edition in full detail.
What Is the Eclipse Edition in The Blood of Dawnwalker?
The Eclipse Edition is the digital deluxe version of the game. It costs $79.99 — that is $10 more than the Standard Edition at $69.99. The game itself is identical across all editions. The difference is purely in the extras that come with it.
The Eclipse Edition includes:
- The full base game
- Digital World Compendium
- Digital Soundtrack
- Digital Comic Book
- Sangoran Wayfarer’s Armor Set (pre-order early unlock, also obtainable in-game later)
None of these extras change how the game plays. They are all lore, art, and music content that deepens the world around Coen’s story. The Eclipse digital content can also be purchased as a separate upgrade if you already own the Standard or Day One Edition and want to add it later.
How To Unlock Eclipse Edition DLC Content – Step by Step
The process is simple. You just need to finish the Prologue. Here is what that looks like:
Step 1 – Start the Game and Play Through the Prologue
The Prologue is a long opening chapter. It covers a full day in the village of Laslea and includes several quests, NPC interactions, a visit to mass, getting trapped in the mines, and a battle afterward. Do not expect it to end quickly — it takes a while even though the in-game time is limited.
During this chapter the game teaches you the core mechanics: how the time system works, how to handle quests, and how combat and day-night transitions feel in practice.
Step 2 – Help Anca Clear the Rubble at Laslea’s Gate
The Prologue is officially complete the moment you help Anca clear the rubble that is blocking Laslea’s gate. Everything before that point — the daytime village sections, the mass, the mines, and the fight that follows — is all still part of the Prologue. The ending trigger is that specific moment with Anca.
Once you do that, a thank-you message appears on screen. That is your signal that the Prologue chapter is done.
Step 3 – Receive the Sangoran Wayfarer’s Armor Set
Right after the Prologue ends, the Sangoran Wayfarer’s Armor Set is added to your inventory as a reward. This is the pre-order bonus armor that comes with the Eclipse Edition.
One important thing to keep in mind: you may not be able to wear the full set immediately. The pants are medium armor and both the breastplate and boots are heavy armor. Coen starts the game without proficiency in those armor types. You will need the correct manuals — found at shrines — to unlock the relevant perks. You can equip the armor without those perks, but doing so lowers your stats by 30% until you have the correct proficiency trained.
Also worth noting: the breastplate offers a stat advantage for Coen’s vampiric (Vrakhir) side, while the pants offer a benefit tied to his human witchcraft side. You can mix and match pieces with other armor sets based on how you are building Coen. There are separate day and night armor sets in the game, so think of the Sangoran Wayfarer pieces as flexible inserts rather than a locked-in full set.
If you are working out how to survive the early hours of the game, our guide on how to make mother’s medicine in Blood of Dawnwalker covers one of the most important early Prologue decisions you will face.
Step 4 – Go to the Title Screen and Open the Extra Menu
After the Prologue finishes, return to the title screen. You will now see an option called Extra. This is where all three pieces of Eclipse Edition digital content live. Select it to access the World Compendium, Soundtrack, and Comic Book.
What Is in the Eclipse Edition Extra Menu?
Here is a breakdown of each piece of content and what you actually get:
Digital World Compendium
The World Compendium is a digital art and lore book. Inside you will find character designs, building concept art, and detailed information about the different regions of Vale Sangora — the game’s setting in 14th-century Europe.
One important warning: the Compendium contains spoilers. It is recommended to save most of it for mid-to-late game once you have already explored much of the world yourself. Diving in too early will reveal things you may not have encountered yet in the story.
Digital Soundtrack
The Soundtrack contains 38 tracks from the game’s original score. You can listen to any of them at any time directly from the Extra menu. The music is composed specifically for the game’s dark medieval vampire setting, and reviewers have praised it as one of the stronger parts of the overall package.
Digital Comic Book
The Comic Book is a side story set in the world of The Blood of Dawnwalker. It focuses on characters like Knyaz Brencis and Xanthe, giving you more background on them before or alongside your main playthrough. It functions as a prequel of sorts, adding context to people you will meet in the game.
It is on the shorter side — most players finish it in under an hour — so do not expect a full graphic novel. Think of it as a bonus lore piece rather than a major standalone story.
Can Standard Edition Players Get the Eclipse Content?
Yes. If you own the Standard Edition or the Day One physical edition, you do not have to rebuy the full game. Bandai Namco has confirmed that the Eclipse digital content can be purchased as an upgrade on its own. That means you can start with the Standard Edition and add the Compendium, Comic Book, and Soundtrack separately later if you decide you want them.
On Xbox, the Eclipse Edition content is listed separately on the Microsoft Store. On PlayStation and Steam, check the game’s store page for the upgrade option.
Is the Sangoran Wayfarer’s Armor Exclusive to Eclipse Edition Buyers?
No. The armor is an early unlock, not a permanently exclusive item. Players who did not pre-order or buy the Eclipse Edition can still earn it through normal gameplay later in the game. So if you started with the Standard Edition, you are not locked out of wearing it forever — you will just get it a bit later than Eclipse and pre-order buyers.
Can I Get the Eclipse DLC Content Without Buying the Eclipse Edition?
Yes, as mentioned above — the Eclipse content pack can be purchased separately as an add-on. If you already own the base game and want to add the Compendium, Soundtrack, and Comic Book, look for the Eclipse Edition Content DLC on your platform’s store. The Xbox listing specifically sells it as a standalone pack titled “The Blood of Dawnwalker – Eclipse Edition Content.”
Should You Check the Compendium Before or After Playing?
Save it for later. The World Compendium contains story and world spoilers. If you open it right after finishing the Prologue, you will likely see designs and lore for characters and areas you have not reached yet. The best approach is to wait until you are deep into the main game — or even after your first full playthrough — before going through it in detail.
The Soundtrack and Comic Book are safer to enjoy early. Neither one gives away major story moments from the main game, and the Comic Book actually helps set up some of the characters you will meet.
How Long Is the Blood of Dawnwalker Prologue?
The Prologue is longer than most players expect. It covers a full in-game day in Laslea village and involves multiple quests, a timed medicine task, attending the village mass, getting caught in the mines, and the battle that follows. Budget at least a couple of hours for it, especially if you are exploring and doing side tasks along the way.
If you want to know what the full game looks like beyond the Prologue and how long your entire playthrough might take, our Blood of Dawnwalker how long to beat guide covers every playstyle from speedrun to completionist.
Eclipse Edition vs Standard Edition – Is the Upgrade Worth It?
Whether the Eclipse Edition is worth the extra $10 comes down to whether you care about lore and art content outside the game itself.
- Buy Eclipse if: You enjoy reading lore books, listening to game soundtracks, and want the comic book prequel story. At $10 over Standard, it is a modest ask for three pieces of supplemental content.
- Stick with Standard if: You only want to play the game itself and are not interested in art books or soundtracks. The base game is identical across editions, so you lose nothing gameplay-wise.
- Consider Day One if: You prefer a physical copy. The Day One physical edition costs the same as Standard digital but adds a Steelbook case and a printed Vale Sangora world map — making it better value than Standard digital at the same price.
None of the Eclipse extras add quests, weapons, or story content to the game. The experience inside the game is exactly the same whether you buy Standard or Eclipse.
Quick Summary – How To Unlock Eclipse Edition Content
- Play through the Prologue — help the villagers, survive the mines, and take part in the battle
- Help Anca clear the rubble at Laslea’s gate to officially end the Prologue
- Receive the Sangoran Wayfarer’s Armor Set as a Prologue completion reward
- Go to the title screen and select Extra to access the World Compendium, Soundtrack, and Comic Book
- Hold off on the Compendium until mid-to-late game to avoid spoilers
The Blood of Dawnwalker is available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. If you are heading into Laslea for the first time, good luck with the Prologue — and check out our guide to all Laslea Glen shrine locations to make sure you do not miss anything important in the opening area.
