Development Timeline

Complete history of Gazing Moon (望月) from version number to launch.

July 2024

Chinese Version Number Obtained

Gazing Moon (望月) receives its official Chinese version number (版号), clearing a major regulatory hurdle.

January 2025

First PC Technical Test — Shuoyue Test (朔月测试)

The first public technical test for PC players. This was the initial public glimpse of the game before the overhaul.

October 2025

Full Game Overhaul Announced

Shiyue Network announces a comprehensive overhaul of Gazing Moon. The team expands to 600+ members under the Xingchen Studio banner.

May 29, 2026

New Gameplay Demo Released

Brand-new gameplay demo showcases the rebuilt Tianyue City, Moon Spirit capture system, and vehicle gameplay after the overhaul.

June 19–21, 2026 Upcoming

Guangzhou Offline Playtest

First major offline playtest event in Guangzhou, China. Players and media can experience the rebuilt game firsthand.

H2 2026 Upcoming

Expected China Public Launch

Gazing Moon is expected to launch publicly in China in the second half of 2026.

TBD Upcoming

Global / Overseas Launch

International release dates have not been announced. The game will be available on PC, iOS, and Android globally.