The Explorer Edition, which arrives in wooden presentation box, will apparently be produced to “premium quality” in an antique style. There’s no need to worry about finding space for the thing, either, because it’ll also hold up to 19 of your PlayStation 3 games.
The Explorer Edition of Uncharted 3 will come with the following items:
Replica of Nathan Drake’s belt buckle which is “wearable”
Full-size replica of Drake’s necklace strap that holds Sir Francis Drake’s ring
Nathan Drake statue (not full-size)
Special Edition journal-styled game box case with the following digital items:
London Drake Skin
Pirate AK-47 Weapon Mod for multiplayer
Upper Cut Taunt gesture
Cash Multiplayer boost for online
Special Edition Decals Pack for your avatar’s accessories
6 Additional Digital Items:
Callout Mod for AK-47
Clip Size Mod for Para-9
Clip Size Mod for G-MAL
Creepy Crawler Kickback
Carpet Bomb Kickback
Regeneration Booster
According to a recent GameStop listing the Explorer Edition will cost £104.97 and can be pre-ordered here
Thanks to CE.o member Matrix6 for pointing this out!
Limited to only 4000 worldwide, Metal Gear Solid: Ultimate HD Collection is the must-have item for all fans of the hugely popular franchise! Exclusive to Zavvi, each Steelbook packaging will be individually numbered allowing you to own a unique part of the Metal Gear Legacy.
The Ultimate HD Collection of Metal Gear Solid includes the following items:
Just announced by Todd Howard at Quakecon: The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Collector’s Edition. The entire contents will come in a special game case and include the following items:
Alduin Statue, 12 inch
The Art of Skyrim Official Art Book
The Making of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim DVD
Bethesda says that quantities are extremely limited and may be pre-ordered through “participating retailers” for about $150. The Edition will also be released in Europe & Australia for £130/ €150 & AU$200
Square-Enix has announced that there will be a Collector’s Edition for Final Fantasy Type-0 for Japan. It contains the following:
Special Packaging
Final Fantasy Type-0 Official Sound Track
Postcard book
Bonus video DVD
It will retail for 12,700 JPY when releases on the 13th of September 2011 and is exclusive to Square-Enix E-Store. However it can also be pre-ordered from Japan exportors suchs as Play-Asia.
Warner Bros. announced at their press conference on July 14 another Collector’s Edition for the game The Lord of the Rings: War in the north. The Collector’s Edition will be available for PC, PS3 & Xbox 360.
Due out in fall 2011 for a RRP of € 89.99 – the Collector’s Edition includes the following:
The game in a Steelbook case
Exclusive snowtroll figure
War in the North art book featuring concept art of key characters in the game, various enemies and beautiful environments in Middle-earth
Inside Look: The Music of War in the North
Interviews and footage of legendary composer Inon Zur at Abbey Road Studios
The E3 2011 Concert event, along with three tracks from the game soundtrack
Digital content:
Lothlórien challenge card
Sorry for the German picture I couldn’t find one in English.
Warner Bros. Interactive and Snowblind Studios have announced details of the North American Collector’s Edition and interesting pre-order bonuses for The Lord of the Rings: War in the North.
The Collector’s Edition of the Lord of the Rings: War in the North includes:
Ranger of the North Quiver Case
War in the North art book featuring concept art of key characters in the game, various enemies and beautiful environments in Middle-earth
Inside Look: The Music of War in the North
Interviews and footage of legendary composer Inon Zur at Abbey Road Studios
The E3 2011 Concert event, along with three tracks from the game soundtrack
Digital content:
Ranger of the North Avatar for Xbox Live – includes the Ranger armor set, helmet, quiver and bow
War in the North Theme Pack (PS3) – includes War in the North wallpaper, fonts, icons and much more
Unfortunately, you have to shell out $130 for this Collector’s Edition.
Pre-order incentives if you choose to purchase the standard edition:
Amazon.com- Exclusive to Amazon.com, pre-order the game and get early access to part two of the War in the North Digital Comic written by Brian Wood, illustrated by Simon Coleby and produced by DC Entertainment. The comic book reveals the back story leading up to The Lord of the Rings: War in the North. Players will also receive the Orc Champion sword for in-game use.
Best Buy- Embark on an Elven adventure with the Elf Theme Pack, equipped with a mystical Elven sword, armor and helmet, and get access to the Lothlórien Challenge map.
GameStop- Visit the Citadel of the Stars and the Tower of Stone with the Human Theme Pack equipped with an exclusive human sword, armor and battle attire of the Human Ranger, and get access to the Osgiliath Challenge map.
Target- Immerse yourself in the sounds of Middle-earth with three exclusive tracks from the War in the North soundtrack.
Toys ‘R’ Us- Receive a limited edition, signed War in the North poster by Jim Lee, and access to download parts one and two of the War in the North Digital Comic at launch.
Wal-Mart- A Dwarven quest lies ahead for everyone who chooses to pre-order at Wal-Mart; the Dwarf Theme Pack includes an exclusive dwarf sword, armor and helmet.
The Lord of the Rings: War in the North is scheduled to release in Fall 2011 for the PC, PS3 and Xbox360.
