Mark your calendars, fans! The critically acclaimed Netflix animated series, *Castlevania*, is finally making its way to a boxed set on September 30th. However, the initial release appears to be a deluxe limited edition, promising a premium experience for dedicated collectors. This week saw the unveiling of Castlevania: The Complete Series Limited Edition, a Blu-ray collection encompassing all four seasons of the popular animated adaptation, priced at $155. The set is presented in a special, collectible box with a faux-wood finish and includes a meticulously crafted art book, a themed Ouija board, a unique Tarot card deck, and other exclusive items. Pre-orders are now open at Amazon and the Crunchyroll Store.
Important to note: This complete collection *does not* include either season of *Nocturne*. The first season of the continuation series was released on Blu-ray last fall. However, *Nocturne* Season 2 remains exclusively on Netflix. For viewers seeking to complete their *Castlevania* physical media library, you can grab Nocturne Season 1 on sale for a reduced price of only $17 (originally $40) at Amazon. The relatively inexpensive availability of the individual *Castlevania* seasons is what makes the $155 price tag of the Complete Series Limited Edition something to consider. The Limited Edition Complete Series carries a price tag almost $100 more than buying Seasons 1 and 2 as a bundle ($17), Season 3 ($19.53), and Season 4 ($20) separately.
$155 | Releases September 30
Inside the Castlevania: The Complete Series box, you’ll find all four seasons of the original animated Netflix show spread across six Blu-ray discs. With 32 episodes ranging from 22 to 31 minutes each, the series offers a total runtime of 13 hours and 20 minutes of vampire hunting action. The collection comes packaged in an attractive woodgrain-style box highlighted with decorative gold trim and featuring a striking portrait of the main protagonists.
Here’s a comprehensive list of the physical extras included, along with the on-disc bonus content:
- A beautifully illustrated 72-page Art Book
- A collectible Ouija Game Board with Planchette
- A unique Castlevania Tarot Card Deck
- 2 decorative Window Cling Art Pieces
- A specially designed Collector’s Box
- On-disc bonus content:
- Extensive Art Galleries
- Behind-the-scenes Storyboards
- Official Trailers
- Production Animatics
- Exclusive Voice Actor Interviews
*Castlevania* made its debut on Netflix back in 2017 with an initial run of four episodes, quickly becoming a phenomenon. Season 2, consisting of eight episodes, premiered in 2018, followed by two subsequent seasons, each with 10 episodes, in 2020 and 2021.
It’s worth noting that the currently listed price of $155 may not be the final selling price. It’s common for Blu-ray releases, particularly TV series box sets, to launch at a higher price point and then receive discounts leading up to the release date. Amazon will only charge you upon shipment and will automatically adjust the price to reflect any discounts offered before launch.
Taking all of this into consideration, purchasing *Castlevania: The Complete Series* in this Limited Edition may not represent the most economical way to own the celebrated animated series on Blu-ray. This may change if a standard edition box set, without the extra collectibles, becomes available in the future. However, for die-hard fans of the Konami franchise and Netflix’s stylish adaptation, the Limited Edition promises to be a visually stunning and highly collectible display piece, assuming you are willing to potentially pay the full $155 price.
For an easy comparison, we’ve included a list of all the available *Castlevania* Blu-rays below. Purchasing Seasons 1 and 2 together as a bundle generally offers better value than buying them individually, but there’s also a Season 1 bundle available that includes a stylish T-shirt for just $20.
To further immerse yourself in the world of Netflix’s *Castlevania*, consider the official art book released by Dark Horse in 2021. Castlevania: The Art of the Animated Series is currently on sale at Amazon for $28.15 (down from $40).
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Fans of animated video game adaptations will also be pleased to learn that another popular Netflix series is getting a Blu-ray release. *Arcane: League of Legends* Season 2 is set to launch on 4K Blu-ray and Blu-ray on October 21. Similar to Season 1, the concluding season of *Arcane* will be available in two distinct Limited Edition Steelbook versions. For more information and details, check out our dedicated Arcane 4K Blu-ray buying guide.
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