DLC Included in BLUE REFLECTION Quartet
The two legacy costume packs KOEI TECMO confirmed—early-purchase history, exclusions, and why no new DLC is planned at launch.
The July 4, 2026 clarification changed the conversation
Before July 4, 2026, many buyers assumed BLUE REFLECTION Quartet would exclude all legacy downloadable content from standalone PlayStation, Switch, and PC releases—similar to other KOEI TECMO compilations that treat old DLC as separate products. The official @BR_general_info account and RPG Site coverage corrected that narrative: Quartet does include two specific costume sets that originally shipped as early-purchase exclusives, not as evergreen Steam DLC store pages. Everything else from the 2017–2021 era remains outside the compilation unless Gust folded it into base rebuilds.
This page documents those two included packs, their origin games, what still is not included, and KOEI TECMO’s statement that no new Quartet DLC is currently planned—community feedback may inform future decisions, but there are no promises at launch.
Costume pack 1 — BLUE REFLECTION School Swimsuits
The first included set comes from the original BLUE REFLECTION (幻に舞う少女の剣), titled School Swimsuits (スクール水着).
Historical context:
- Originally distributed as an early-purchase exclusive for the 2017 release—not as a permanent Steam DLC listing players could buy years later
- Featured school swimsuit variants for Reflector cast members in Hinako’s campaign
- Quartet folds this outfit group into the base compilation so all buyers receive it without a separate store transaction
In practical terms, newcomers who never owned the PS4 launch window still gain swimsuit cosmetics Hinako-era veterans paid to secure early. This is not a new Gust design—it is legacy content finally standardized for the anthology audience.
Pair wardrobe planning with How to play BLUE REFLECTION and the Characters hub for bond schedules that unlock photo-friendly party setups later in Second Light.
Costume pack 2 — Second Light Ao’s Summer Bikini
The second included set originates from BLUE REFLECTION: Second Light / TIE帝, titled Ao’s Summer Bikini (愛央 真夏のビキニ).
Historical context:
- Also began life as an early-purchase bonus, not a long-tail DLC SKU on every storefront
- Focuses on Ao Hoshizaki’s summer bikini variant—iconic for Photo Mode enthusiasts
- Quartet includes it universally, aligning with expanded Photo Mode marketing for Yuzuki, Lime, and crossover recruits
Because Photo Mode lives exclusively in Second Light within Quartet, this costume matters most when you reach Ao’s open-world module. Preorder frames from Preorder bonuses overlay borders; included costumes change character outfits during photography sessions.
What is still NOT included
Clarity prevents duplicate purchases on legacy storefronts:
- Most Steam DLC packs from standalone Second Light or BLUE REFLECTION that were sold as separate store listings after launch windows
- Map expansions or battle content add-ons from discontinued SKUs
- SUN mobile/PC DLC from the service that ended in 2024—SUN’s Quartet rebuild adds new episodes instead of importing old microtransactions
- Prior purchase verification—you cannot redeem old receipts inside Quartet’s launcher
The full exclusion list lives on What is not included. Think of Quartet as bundling two named costume groups plus new compilation episodes, not a complete DLC archive.
No new Quartet DLC planned currently
KOEI TECMO’s July 2026 messaging states no new DLC is planned for Quartet at this time. That means:
- No announced season pass, costume store, or episode roadmap at launch
- Opinions may inform future content, but the publisher made no commitment
- Launch buyers should treat the compilation as a complete package for planning purposes
Track any reversal on Official clarifications and the Updates hub. Post-launch surprises would appear there first—not in rumor threads.
How included DLC differs from compilation additions
Do not conflate legacy costumes with Quartet-exclusive work:
| Content type | Examples | Who gets it |
|---|---|---|
| Included legacy costumes | School Swimsuits, Ao’s Summer Bikini | All Quartet buyers |
| New compilation episodes | SUN 24 events, crossover party quests | All Quartet buyers |
| Preorder cosmetics | Four Photo Mode frames | Early purchasers before Jul 29, 2026 |
| Free promotion | Quartet Photo Mode frame until Aug 12, 2026 | Redeemers within window |
| Excluded legacy DLC | Most standalone store packs | Not in Quartet |
New voice lines and character episodes are baseline content, not DLC tiers—see What’s included.
Early-purchase history versus Steam DLC confusion
Western PC players often search Steam for “DLC” and find disjointed listings from delisted or deprecated packages. The two included sets never behaved like permanent Steam DLC for many buyers—they were time-limited early-buy bonuses on console-first launches.
Quartet resolves that frustration for anthology buyers by baking both sets into the unified SKU launching July 29–30, 2026. Veterans who already own the costumes on old saves gain no extra advantage—Quartet still requires fresh saves with no import.
Related reading
- Exclusions and save rules: What is not included
- Full compilation scope: What’s included
- Photo Mode usage: Photo mode
- Scene revisions versus DLC: Content changes
- Japan physical serial codes: Japan editions—box inserts may add separate codes beyond these two universal packs
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions.
Which DLC is included in Quartet?
Two costume sets: BLUE REFLECTION School Swimsuits and Second Light Ao's Summer Bikini—originally early-purchase exclusives, now included for all buyers.
Does Quartet include all Second Light Steam DLC?
No. Only Ao's Summer Bikini from early-purchase history is confirmed included. Most separate Steam DLC packs remain excluded—see What is not included.
Will Quartet get new DLC after launch?
KOEI TECMO stated no new DLC is currently planned. Community feedback may inform future decisions, but nothing is promised—watch Official clarifications.
Do I need to buy costumes separately on Steam?
No for the two included sets—they ship in the base compilation. Do not rebuy legacy Steam DLC expecting additional Quartet unlocks.
Are included costumes tied to preorder?
No. School Swimsuits and Ao's Summer Bikini are universal. Preorder Photo Mode frames are separate cosmetics on Preorder bonuses.
Does SUN mobile DLC carry over?
No. Defunct SUN service DLC is not imported. Quartet rebuilds SUN with new episodes instead.
Where was the included DLC list confirmed?
Official @BR_general_info July 4, 2026 clarification, summarized on Official clarifications and Release news.