Killzone 3 Helghast Edition Officially Announced

[twistedsymphony]

Sony has finally officially announced the Killzone 3 Helghast Edition, and released the first picture of the upcoming replica Mask. This is shaping up to be a really nice looking edition, albeit expensive at $130

The complete announcement with details below:

The Killzone 3 Helghast Edition ($129.99) is a must-have for the fans. This one-of-a-kind set features a collectible replica of a Helghast Helmet containing an art book, Super Voucher and the Killzone 3 game with bonus content. Also included is an exclusive Cloaking Helghast Marksman action figure created by DC Unlimited, that will not be sold anywhere else.
Features

• Authentic Helghast Helmet replica opens to reveal art book, Super Voucher and Killzone 3 game.
  
• Exclusive Cloaking Helghast Marksman action figure is 6.5" tall with multiple articulation points and will not be sold at retail
  
• Includes bonus video content giving you a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the game.
  
• Exclusive art book featuring imagery from the Killzone universe
  
• Super Voucher includes
  • Killzone 3 soundtrack & PS3 dynamic theme
    
  • Retro Map Pack featuring two of the most popular maps from Killzone 2
    
  • Double XP for the first 24 hours of multiplayer gameplay
    
  • Full access to all weapons and abilities for the first 24 hours of multiplayer gameplay

Download packs are also available separately if you'd rather pre-order the standard edition Killzone 3 at one of the proceeding retailers.
Guerrilla Pack (available by pre-ordering from GameStop)

Pre-order Killzone 3 and receive a GameStop Exclusive PSN code unlocking all multiplayer weapons and abilities for the first 24 hours of multiplayer gameplay giving you a temporary edge in the online battlefield. Also includes the Killzone 3 Retro Map Pack, featuring two of the most popular maps from Killzone 2.

Fast Starter Pack (available by pre-ordering from Best Buy)

Pre-order Killzone 3 and receive a BestBuy Exclusive PSN code allowing you to rank up faster, as you earn XP at double the normal rate for the first 24 hours of multiplayer gameplay. Also includes the Killzone 3 Retro Map Pack.

Unlock and Load Pack (available by pre-ordering from Amazon)

Pre-order Killzone 3 and receive an Amazon.com Exclusive PSN code and get instant access to 3 Unlock Points to use on the weapon or ability of your choice such as the Marksman's Sniper Rifle and get the early edge in Killzone 3 Multiplayer. Also includes the Killzone 3 Retro Map Pack.

Retro Map Pack (available by pre-ordering from other participating retailers)

Pre-order Killzone 3 and receive an exclusive PSN code giving you the Killzone 3 Retro Map Pack, featuring two of the most popular maps from Killzone 2. Also receive an exclusive PlayStation 3 Dynamic Theme.

Killzone 3 will be available in the US on February 22, 2011 for $59.99 and the Helghast Edition will be available on the same date for $129.99.

The listing hasn't yet hit Amazon.com but it will be here when it does.... View this article on the HomePage.

[gurpswoo1]

Please come to UK, this will be a day 1 release for me.

[Skoolstah]

Um...OK. I just preordered this at Gamestop. For some reason, the order item was first listed as Sonic Colors and then Ace Combat Assault Horizon. WTF?

[scourdx]

Looks like Halo 3 Legendary edition except the mask doesn't suck.