The acclaimed Netflix animated series, Castlevania, is finally making its debut in a collector`s Blu-ray box set format, slated for release on September 30. This premium offering, titled “Castlevania: The Complete Series Limited Edition,” comes with a hefty price tag of $155 and encompasses all four seasons of the popular adaptation. The set is presented in a unique, collectible faux-woodgrain box and is packed with exclusive merchandise including an art book, an Ouija board, a Tarot deck, and more. Pre-orders are currently open for this highly anticipated collection.
It`s important to note that this comprehensive collection does not include either season of the follow-up series, Castlevania: Nocturne. While Nocturne Season 1 saw a Blu-ray release last fall and is currently available at a discounted price of $17 (originally $40), Nocturne Season 2 remains exclusive to Netflix. The $155 price point for “Castlevania: The Complete Series” is quite steep, especially when compared to the individual seasons, which are typically priced under $20. For context, acquiring Seasons 1-2 as a bundle ($17), Season 3 ($19.53), and Season 4 ($20) separately would cost nearly $100 less than this limited edition box set.
The “Castlevania: The Complete Series” set houses all four seasons of the original Netflix animated show across six Blu-ray discs. With a total of 32 episodes, the series boasts a combined runtime of 13 hours and 20 minutes, with individual episodes varying in length from 22 to 31 minutes. The entire package is encased in a stylish woodgrain-style collector`s box, featuring decorative gold trim and a prominent portrait of the main characters.
The Limited Edition is further enriched with a variety of physical and on-disc extras:
- 72-page Art Book
- Ouija Game Board with Planchette
- Castlevania Tarot Card Deck
- 2 Window Cling Art Pieces
- Collector`s Box
- On-disc bonus content:
- Art Galleries
- Storyboards
- Trailers
- Production Animatics
- Voice Actor Interviews
Castlevania initially premiered on Netflix in 2017 with a concise four-episode arc, rapidly gaining popularity. An eight-episode second season followed in 2018, succeeded by two 10-episode seasons released in 2020 and 2021.
It`s worth considering that the collection`s current $155 price may not hold until its launch. Blu-ray sets, especially those for TV series, often debut at higher prices before receiving pre-release discounts. Pre-orders are not charged until the product ships, and retailers like Amazon typically adjust the total order amount to reflect the lowest price offered before the release date.
That said, “Castlevania: The Complete Series” is unlikely to be the most budget-friendly option for owning this fantastic animated series on Blu-ray. A standard edition without the bundled collectibles might emerge later. However, for dedicated fans of the Konami franchise and Netflix`s stylish adaptation who are prepared to pay a premium, this limited edition presents itself as an attractive collectible and display piece.
Castlevania Netflix Animated Series on Blu-ray – Price Comparison
For your convenience, here`s a comparison of available Castlevania Blu-ray releases and their current prices. Purchasing the first two seasons together is generally more economical than buying them separately, and there`s even a Season 1 bundle that includes a unique T-shirt for $20.
- Castlevania: Nocturne Season 1 (Blu-ray) — $17 (
$40) - Castlevania: The Complete Series LE (Blu-ray) — $155
- Castlevania: Seasons 1 and 2 (Blu-ray) — $17 (
$30) - Castlevania: Season 1 (Blu-ray) — $10.24 (
$19) - Castlevania: Season 1 with T-shirt (Blu-ray) — $20
- Castlevania: Season 2 (Blu-ray) — $14 (
$30) - Castlevania: Season 3 (Blu-ray) — $19.53 (
$30) - Castlevania: Season 4 (Blu-ray) — $20 (
$30)
To further immerse yourself in the world of Netflix`s Castlevania, consider the superb official art book, “Castlevania: The Art of the Animated Series,” published by Dark Horse in 2021. It`s currently on sale for $28.15 (originally $40).
Gallery: Castlevania Limited Edition Extras
In other news for fans of video game adaptations, another animated series from Netflix, Arcane: League of Legends, is also scheduled for a Blu-ray release of its second season on October 21. Following the pattern of its first season, Arcane`s final season will be available in two distinct Limited Edition Steelbook versions.
