The moon is turning red over the world of Vampire Survivors, and developer poncle is inviting players back for what it calls the darkest chapter in the game’s history. Vampire Survivors: Legacy of the Bloodmoon is nearly upon us, and if you’ve been waiting to sink your teeth into this new expansion, here’s exactly when you can jump in.
Legacy of the Bloodmoon Release Date and Time
Vampire Survivors: Legacy of the Bloodmoon launched on August 25, 2025, arriving first on PC via Steam. Following the series’ usual rollout pattern, the expansion became available at 10 AM Pacific / 1 PM Eastern / 6 PM UK time, when Steam’s storefront updated and the DLC went live for players around the world.
When Can Console and Mobile Players Jump In?
As has become tradition for poncle’s breakneck update schedule, the PC version leads the charge, with PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and mobile (iOS and Android) versions following shortly after. The studio has built a reputation for fast, platform-wide rollouts with previous DLC packs, so the wait for the full family of platforms should be a short one.
What Is Legacy of the Bloodmoon?
Legacy of the Bloodmoon is the latest paid expansion for Vampire Survivors, the bullet-heaven roguelite that became a phenomenon after its 2022 debut. True to its ominous tagline, this chapter dials the gothic horror up considerably — expect crimson skies, lycanthropic foes, and a mood far bleaker than the sugary crossover chaos of the recent Contra-inspired Operation Guns expansion.
A Darker Sequel to Legacy of the Moonspell
The DLC serves as a spiritual follow-up to Legacy of the Moonspell, the fan-favorite expansion steeped in Japanese folklore. Legacy of the Bloodmoon revisits that thread with a sinister twist, delivering a brand-new stage, additional playable survivors, fresh weapons, and new evolutions to experiment with. For veteran players who have already maxed out every build, the DLC offers a whole new meta puzzle to unravel — and, as always, plenty of secrets hidden in the shadows for completionists to uncover.
Why the Hype Is Real
Vampire Survivors has had a remarkable run. What started as a solo passion project from developer Luca Galante evolved into one of the most-played indie games on the planet, with ports to virtually every platform, crossover DLC with Among Us and Contra, and a steady stream of free content alongside its paid expansions.
What makes Legacy of the Bloodmoon particularly interesting is the tonal shift. Vampire Survivors has always balanced horror homage with playful absurdity, but leaning fully into a darker, werewolf-tinged aesthetic gives the team room to explore moodier stage design and more atmospheric storytelling. If Operation Guns was the game’s loud action-movie summer blockbuster, Legacy of the Bloodmoon is its brooding midnight horror film — and that contrast is exactly what keeps the DLC pipeline feeling fresh.
Great Value, As Always
Consistent with previous expansions, Legacy of the Bloodmoon carries a budget-friendly price of just a few dollars, continuing poncle’s philosophy of packing enormous replay value into inexpensive content drops. Even the base game remains one of the best cost-per-hour deals in all of gaming.
Ready to Play? Grab Your Steam Balance at TURGAME
If you’re planning to pick up Legacy of the Bloodmoon — or topping up your library while you’re at it — you can grab Steam Wallet codes and gift cards at TURGAME.com at competitive prices. It’s the quickest way to fund your account and dive into the bloodmoon the moment it rises on Steam.
The darkest chapter of Vampire Survivors is here. Charge your garlic, sharpen your whip, and don’t stare too long at that red moon.
Source: Destructoid