How to Unlock All Legacy of the Bloodmoon Characters in Vampire Survivors+

The Legacy of the Bloodmoon expansion for Vampire Survivors+ introduces a roster of powerful, gothic-themed characters that can drastically shift your mid-to-late game meta. Unlike the base game, where gold is often the primary gatekeeper, the Legacy of the Bloodmoon requires a blend of map-specific mastery, strategic weapon evolutions, and the precise use of the game's "Secrets" menu.

This guide provides the expert strategies and requirements needed to unlock every character in the expansion, ensuring you can maximize your build potential and survive the encroaching legions of the night.

Understanding the Legacy of the Bloodmoon Roster

The characters introduced in this DLC are designed with specific tactical archetypes in mind. Before diving into the unlock requirements, it is vital to understand that Vampire Survivors+ scales character power based on passive traits and starting weapon synergy.

When you begin your journey to unlock these characters, prioritize those whose starting weapons offer high screen-clear potential. In the dense, high-difficulty environments of the DLC maps, defense often takes a backseat to Area of Effect (AoE) damage. Check your "Collection" tab frequently; many characters are hidden behind the prerequisite of discovering their signature weapon in a previous run. If you haven't unlocked the weapon, the character unlock condition often will not trigger.

Unlocking Standard DLC Characters

Standard characters in Legacy of the Bloodmoon are tied to specific progression milestones. These are not merely rewarded for playing; they require you to actively engage with the unique mechanics of the new stages.

1. Map-Specific Objectives

Many characters require you to complete tasks within the new DLC environment. These tasks usually fall into three categories:

• Kill Milestones: Reaching a specific kill threshold (e.g., defeating 5,000 enemies in a single run) while using a specific character.
• Survival Milestones: Surviving until a specific time mark (often the 15 or 20-minute mark) on a DLC-specific map.
• Relic Interaction: Some characters require you to find and interact with specific stage items, such as coffins or relics, which may only appear after you have reached a certain level or cleared a specific wave of enemies.

2. Weapon Evolution Prerequisites

A common point of confusion for players is the "Hidden Unlock." Even if you satisfy a kill count, the character may not appear until you have evolved their specific starting weapon. Always prioritize picking up the corresponding passive item for your current weapon to trigger the evolution. Once the weapon evolves, the game flags the character as "Found," allowing you to purchase them from the character selection screen.

Accessing Secret Characters via the Secrets Menu

Vampire Survivors+ is famous for its "Secrets" menu, and Legacy of the Bloodmoon is no exception. Secret characters often bypass standard progression, offering unique playstyles that break the traditional rules of the game.

How to use the Secrets Menu:

1. Navigate to the main menu and select Secrets.
2. Input the character-specific code exactly as it appears in the game’s internal files. These codes are case-sensitive and often require quick input.
3. If the input is successful, a confirmation sound will play, and the character will be instantly added to your roster or available for purchase.

Expert Tip: If a code fails, ensure you are not adding spaces before or after the sequence. Many secret characters require you to have unlocked a certain amount of the base-game roster before the code becomes active. If you are struggling, focus on completing the base achievements first.

Strategic Priority: Standard vs. Secret Characters

When expanding your roster, you must decide whether to chase standard characters or secret ones first. We recommend a "Gold-First" strategy:

• Focus on Standard Characters: These characters are generally more forgiving and possess stronger early-game survival kits. Use them to farm Gold and unlock the passive items required for weapon evolutions.
• Transition to Secret Characters: Secret characters often have unique scaling (e.g., damage that increases with time or movement speed that modifies projectile size). These are "high-floor, high-ceiling" characters. They are difficult to master but essential for "Gold Egg" farming and breaking the game's difficulty curve in the final 30 minutes of a run.

Optimizing Your Runs for Faster Unlocks

To minimize the time spent grinding for these unlocks, adopt these gameplay optimizations:

• Prioritize Cooldown Reduction: Regardless of the character, cooldown reduction is the most powerful stat in Vampire Survivors+. It increases your DPS and adds a layer of safety through constant knockback.
• Focus on Mobility: DLC maps are notoriously dense. If you are struggling to reach a specific area or survive a wave to trigger an unlock, prioritize items like the Wings or Empty Tome.
• Progress is Cumulative: Remember that most kill-count objectives are cumulative across multiple runs. If you are overwhelmed, do not feel pressured to complete an objective in one sitting. Dying early does not reset your progress toward the unlock, provided the specific quest criteria do not require a full 30-minute survival.

Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

• Ignoring the Collection Tab: Players often assume a character is bugged when, in reality, they simply haven't discovered the character's weapon yet. Always verify your Collection if an unlock doesn't trigger.
• Over-relying on Secret Characters Early: While tempting, secret characters often lack the weapon synergies that make standard characters reliable in the early game. Avoid using them for "hard" runs until you have unlocked enough passive upgrades to compensate for their unconventional stats.
• Version Mismatch: Ensure your Vampire Survivors+ app is fully updated. The Legacy of the Bloodmoon content is often bundled with performance updates that affect how secret codes are processed.

By following this methodical approach—prioritizing standard character growth, utilizing the Secrets menu for specialized fighters, and focusing on weapon evolutions—you will efficiently complete your Legacy of the Bloodmoon roster. Each character adds a new layer of complexity to your strategy, allowing you to refine your loadouts and conquer even the most daunting monster legions.