Pre-orders for The Blood of Dawnwalker are live, and Rebel Wolves' dark-fantasy RPG ships in four editions — Standard, Day One, Eclipse and Collector's — priced from $69.99 to $199.99. Before you commit money ahead of the September 3, 2026 launch on PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC, here is exactly what sits inside each version, what the pre-order bonus really is, and which edition actually makes sense for the kind of player you are. The short version: no edition changes how the game plays, so this is purely about how much physical and digital extra content you want.
TL;DR — Quick Answer: All four editions include the full base game and the same pre-order bonus (the Sangoran Wayfarer's Armor Set). The only differences are collectibles and digital extras. Buy the Standard Edition ($69.99) if you just want to play — pick the physical Day One Edition at the same $69.99 if you want a Steelbook and cloth-style World Map at no extra cost. Buy Eclipse ($79.99) if you want the digital artbook, soundtrack and prequel comic but no physical objects. Buy the Collector's Edition ($199.99) only if you want the 9-inch Coen figurine and the full physical box — it is a limited run. Crucially, the pre-order armor is not permanently exclusive: Rebel Wolves confirm you can unlock it in-game later, so there is no gameplay reason to rush a pre-order. (US pricing; regional prices vary.)
What editions does The Blood of Dawnwalker have?
There are four editions, and every one of them contains the complete single-player game — there is no "deluxe gameplay," no season pass and no in-game currency, because this is a premium, buy-once RPG with no online economy. As Bandai Namco Europe's official edition guide puts it, "all four editions include the full game," and the differences "come down to physical collectibles and digital extras."
Here is the full breakdown, taken directly from Bandai Namco's official edition guide:
| Content | Standard | Day One | Eclipse | Collector's |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base game | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Sangoran Wayfarer's Armor Set (pre-order bonus) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Digital World Compendium | — | — | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Comic Book | — | — | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Soundtrack | — | — | Yes | Yes |
| Steelbook | — | Yes | — | Yes |
| World Map | — | Yes | — | Yes |
| Physical World Compendium (60-page hardcover) | — | — | — | Yes |
| PureArts Coen Figurine (23 cm / 9") | — | — | — | Yes |
| Format | Digital or physical | Physical | Digital | Physical |
| US price | $69.99 | $69.99 | $79.99 | $199.99 |
A quick naming note for searchers: the game is officially titled The Blood of Dawnwalker (a lot of people type it "Blood of the Dawnwalker"), and the studio is Rebel Wolves — founded by veterans of The Witcher 3, including that game's director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz — with Bandai Namco Entertainment publishing.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Standard and Day One editions ($69.99)
The Standard Edition is the base game at $69.99, confirmed live via the Steam store listing and the PlayStation Store, available digitally or physically across all three platforms. If you buy it digitally, that is all you get: the game plus the pre-order bonus. Simple.
Here is the detail most people miss, and it is the best-value tip in this whole guide: if you pre-order a physical copy of the Standard Edition, you receive the Day One Edition instead — at the same $69.99. Bandai Namco's guide describes the Day One Edition as "the physical first print of the game," which "pairs the base game with a Steelbook and a World Map… and at the same price as the Standard Edition." So a physical Standard pre-order effectively upgrades itself for free to two collectibles: a metal Steelbook case and a printed World Map of Vale Sangora.
Who it's for: anyone who mainly wants to play the game. Grab the digital Standard if you don't care about boxes; grab the physical (Day One) version if you want a couple of shelf pieces without paying a cent more. There is no gameplay difference between them.
What is in the Eclipse Edition ($79.99)?
The Eclipse Edition is the digital-deluxe route, priced at $79.99 (confirmed on Steam, the PlayStation Store and Xbox). It is digital only — there are no physical items — and on top of the base game and the pre-order bonus it adds three extras:
- Digital World Compendium — an artbook-style look into Vale Sangora and its history.
- Digital Comic Book — described by Bandai Namco as "a prequel to the main campaign."
- Digital Soundtrack — the game's score.
Bandai Namco is explicit that these are lore and world-building bonuses: "none of these change how the game plays… they deepen the world around Coen's story rather than adding in-game systems." In other words, the $10 premium over Standard buys you an artbook, an OST and a prequel comic — nothing that touches gameplay balance.
Who it's for: players who care about the world, the art and the music but have no interest in a figurine or a physical box. If you'd normally buy a game's soundtrack or digital artbook separately, Eclipse bundles them for less than buying them à la carte usually costs.
Is the Collector's Edition worth it ($199.99)?
The Collector's Edition is the full package at $199.99, sold through the Bandai Namco Store in a limited run "while stocks last." It stacks everything — the base game, every physical collectible, and all of the Eclipse digital extras. Per Bandai Namco's official listing, the box contains:
- The base game
- A PureArts Coen Figurine (23 cm / 9") in a collector box, depicting Coen as human by day and vampire by night
- A Steelbook metal case featuring a full-colour illustration of Brencis's court
- A textured World Map (33 × 40 cm) of Vale Sangora, illustrated in the style of 14th-century illuminations
- A physical World Compendium — a 60-page hardcover of concept art, sketches and illustrations
- The Collector Box itself
- All three Eclipse digital extras (Digital World Compendium, Comic Book and Soundtrack)
- The Sangoran Wayfarer's Armor Set pre-order bonus
At $199.99 it is $120 more than Eclipse, and essentially all of that premium is the physical figurine, the hardcover artbook and the collector packaging. Whether that's "worth it" is entirely a collector's call — the figurine and the illuminated map are the standouts, and this is a debut game from an ex-CDPR studio, which is exactly the kind of first-print collectors like to own. Just remember it is limited stock, so if you want it, the physical run is the only genuinely time-sensitive thing in this entire lineup.
Who it's for: dedicated fans who want the definitive shelf version from day one and don't flinch at $200.
Is the pre-order bonus worth it — and is it exclusive?
This is the single most important thing to understand before you pre-order anything. The pre-order bonus across every edition is the Sangoran Wayfarer's Armor Set — a cosmetic armour set for Coen. And it is not a permanent, miss-it-forever exclusive.
Bandai Namco's own storefront listings spell it out. The official Xbox product page notes that the armour "can also be obtained later in the game," and the Collector's Edition promo material repeats the same line: "each player can also obtain this item in-game." In plain terms: pre-ordering just unlocks the armour early; if you wait and buy after launch, you can still unlock the exact same set through normal play.
That matters because it removes the usual pre-order pressure. Since The Blood of Dawnwalker is a single-player game with no live-service window, no battle pass and no timed content, there is zero gameplay penalty for waiting — for reviews, for a sale, or just for launch-day impressions. The only reason to pre-order is if you specifically want the physical Day One first print or the limited Collector's box. Cosmetically, you lose nothing by waiting.
Which edition should you buy?
Here is the decision boiled down by player type:
- You just want to play, cheapest route: Standard Edition, digital, $69.99.
- You want physical shelf pieces at no extra cost: pre-order the physical Standard = Day One Edition, still $69.99, and you get the Steelbook and World Map for free.
- You love lore, art and soundtracks but don't need objects: Eclipse, $79.99.
- You're a superfan and want the figurine and the full box: Collector's, $199.99 — and don't wait too long, it's a limited run.
- You're on the fence about the game itself: buy nothing yet. The pre-order armour isn't exclusive, and there's no downside to waiting for the first reviews.
One more money tip, accurate as of late August 2026: third-party PC retailers have been discounting the digital editions — Fanatical, for example, has listed the Standard for around $59.49 and Eclipse for around $67.99 (roughly 15% off), while some physical retailers bundled extras like a $10 gift card or a sticker set. Those promos change constantly, so check current prices at checkout rather than trusting any single number.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which edition of The Blood of Dawnwalker should I buy? For most players, the Standard Edition at $69.99 is the right pick — and if you want physical collectibles, pre-ordering the physical copy gets you the Day One Edition (Steelbook + World Map) at the same price. Only step up to Eclipse ($79.99) for the digital artbook, soundtrack and prequel comic, or the Collector's Edition ($199.99) if you specifically want the 9-inch Coen figurine and the full physical box.
What is the difference between the Standard and Eclipse editions? Both include the full game and the same pre-order bonus. The Eclipse Edition ($79.99) adds three digital extras — the Digital World Compendium (artbook), Digital Comic Book (a prequel to the campaign) and Digital Soundtrack. Bandai Namco confirms these are lore and world-building bonuses that "do not change how the game plays."
Is the Sangoran Wayfarer's Armor Set pre-order bonus exclusive? No. It unlocks the armour early when you pre-order, but Bandai Namco's official storefronts state the set "can also be obtained later in the game." If you buy after launch, you can still earn the same cosmetic set through normal play, so there is no permanent miss.
How much is The Blood of Dawnwalker Collector's Edition? It is $199.99 via the Bandai Namco Store and includes the base game, a 23 cm PureArts Coen figurine, a Steelbook, a 33 × 40 cm World Map, a 60-page physical World Compendium, the collector box, all three Eclipse digital extras, and the pre-order bonus. It is produced in a limited run.
Is the Day One Edition more expensive than the Standard Edition? No — Bandai Namco lists the Day One Edition at the same price as Standard. It is the physical first print: the base game disc plus a Steelbook and a printed World Map. If you pre-order a physical Standard copy, you receive the Day One Edition.
Does any edition give a gameplay advantage? No. The Blood of Dawnwalker is a single-player game with no in-game currency, no microtransactions and no season pass. Every edition contains the same complete game; the differences are purely collectibles and digital lore extras.
More Blood of Dawnwalker guides
For everything else you need before launch day, these guides cover the essentials:
- The Blood of Dawnwalker release date, platforms & editions — the full "everything we know" launch hub.
- Preload & unlock times by region — when the game goes live where you are.
- Full PC system requirements — can your rig run it, and the spec-sheet conflict explained.
- Is it on Game Pass or PS Plus? — the subscription question, answered.
- Review embargo: when do reviews go live? — if you want to see scores before you pay.
All prices and edition contents verified against Bandai Namco's official edition guide, the Steam store listing and platform storefronts as of August 30, 2026. US pricing; regional prices vary. The Blood of Dawnwalker launches September 3, 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC.
