Gazing Moon Release Date & CBT Sign-up Guide

With over 5.54 million pre-registrations across all platforms, Gazing Moon (望月) is one of the most anticipated open-world RPGs in development.

If you missed the offline Guangzhou playtest in June 2026, you are likely wondering when you can get your hands on the game. Here is the complete guide to the game’s release schedule and how to ensure you are ready for the next Closed Beta Test (CBT).

Current Release Date Estimates

Official Status: Gazing Moon currently does not have a confirmed, exact release date.

However, based on the development progress shown at the June 2026 playtest and the upcoming Bilibili World (BW2026) exhibition in July, industry analysts predict the following timeline:

• Next Closed Beta (CBT2): Expected Q3 2026 (Late Summer/Early Fall).
• China (CN) Public Beta / Launch: Expected Late 2026 or Early 2027.
• Global Release: No official word yet. Shiyue Network is currently focused entirely on the CN market. A global release would likely follow 6-12 months after the CN launch, depending on publisher partnerships.

How to Pre-Register

Pre-registering is crucial, not just to get notified, but to unlock milestone rewards for all players at launch.

1. TapTap (CN): The primary hub for Gazing Moon. Search for “望月” on the TapTap app or website and click “Pre-register” (预约). Over 2.37 million players have registered here alone.
2. Bilibili: Search for the official Gazing Moon account (望月) and click the pre-register button on their main page.
3. Official Website: You can also register via the official Chinese website using a mainland Chinese phone number.

Pre-Registration Milestones

The game has already smashed its initial milestones, currently sitting at over 5.54 million total registrations. Rewards typically include premium gacha currency, exclusive avatars, and early-game upgrade materials.

How to Sign Up for the Next CBT

Closed Beta Tests for Chinese gacha games are highly competitive. Here is how you can maximize your chances of getting selected for CBT2:

1. Fill Out the Recruitment Survey (问卷)

When CBT2 is announced, the developers will release a recruitment survey via TapTap and Bilibili.

• Be Honest but Strategic: They usually look for a mix of hardcore action RPG players and casual open-world explorers.
• Hardware: Ensure you accurately list your PC specs or mobile device model. Developers often select users based on the specific hardware they need to test.

2. Participate in Community Events

The official Bilibili and TapTap accounts frequently run web events, fan-art contests, and comment lotteries where the prize is guaranteed CBT access (测试资格).

3. Attend Offline Events

If you are in China, attending events like Bilibili World (BW2026) in Shanghai (July 10-12) is a massive advantage. Developers often hand out physical CBT access cards or allow attendees to scan exclusive QR codes to guarantee entry.

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