The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Collector's Edition Revealed

[Ayiu]

During CD Projekt RED's The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt livestream, an official Collector's Edition Unboxing video appeared, showing a?Collector's Edition of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. CD PROJEKT RED has also announced that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will be available in two physical, content-rich editions, and as a digital edition.

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Standard Edition contents:


An exclusive CD with the official soundtrack

The official, developer-created "Witcher Universe - The Compendium"

A beautiful, detailed map of the in-game world

A set of unique stickers

A stylish, protective sleeve

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Collector?s Edition contents:


All the contents from the standard edition of the game

A giant, 33x24x26 cm (10?), 100% hand painted, Polystone figure of Geralt of Rivia battling a Griffin

An exquisite, collector-grade Witcher medallion

A one-of-a-kind SteelBook box

A two-hundred-page artbook, containing breathtaking art from the game

Huge outer and inner Collector?s Boxes you can store your Witcher merchandise in

The release date of the game is set for the 24th of February, 2015.

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The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt -- Collector's Edition UNBOXING [Official]

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[Yoszek]

Already sold 1739 pieces of this beauty over the only avaible source now-official cdp.pl site.Sadly,it won't be numbered...

[KnightOfTruth]

I just KNEW they were going to do another medallion. Fanbase was CRAZY insane on their forums for a high-quality one (since most of them are PC users rather than 360). Already got my medallion in the dark edition, but that's alright!

This is definitely the CE I've been waiting for from them, must pre-order right now!! :)

Edit: It's up for pre-order at Gamestop already for $150

[LoUfan12]

Can't wait to get this. This year is going to be awsome for collectors editions.
Only question I have is the game going to be in the steel book or in the regular case. I like steel books, but I always feel like I'm going to break the disc getting it out.

[Ayiu]

I just KNEW they were going to do another medallion. Fanbase was CRAZY insane on their forums for a high-quality one (since most of them are PC users rather than 360). Already got my medallion in the dark edition, but that's alright!

This is definitely the CE I've been waiting for from them, must pre-order right now!! :)

Edit: It's up for pre-order at Gamestop already for $150

Oh, I hope it's not a Gamestop exclusive...

[Resseh]

Any uk links?

[KnightOfTruth]

Wow, looks like the Xbox1 version is no longer available?? Maybe its just a weird glitch or something. I can only get the PS4 and PC version from there now :(

EDIT: All 3 are available now on GS. Pre-order bonus appears to be a poster and an "exclusive keychain"

I'm also hoping it'll show up on Amazon soon. Looks like the CE pre-orders are turned off on the official buywitcher site too :(

[huntrodz]

Wow, looks like the Xbox1 version is no longer available?? Maybe its just a weird glitch or something. I can only get the PS4 and PC version from there now :( Also says "include Gamestop bonus" on there, I thought the developers already said it wouldn't be retailer-specific DLC, so maybe a poster or something? Though maybe it was strictly the "no-platform-specific DLC announcement".

I'm also hoping it'll show up on Amazon soon. Looks like the CE pre-orders are turned off on the official buywitcher site too :(

Yeah i noticed about the official pre-order site being down. Cant find a UK site that has it up for pr-order anywhere!:think:

[Yoszek]

Yeah i noticed about the official pre-order site being down. Cant find a UK site that has it up for pr-order anywhere!:think:

Official site works fine to me,every platfrom still available,almost 3000 sold.

[headhot]

czech store very very rare limited http://www.xzone.cz/nahledps3.php3?idg=1134

[KnightOfTruth]

Yeah i noticed about the official pre-order site being down. Cant find a UK site that has it up for pr-order anywhere!:think:

Yeah, you can get on the site if you're persistent, but the big red "Preorder" button which was below the CE listing is no longer there, only the button below the Standard Edition :(

[Kirik516]

Actually I don't understand. Is this CE Polish exclusive or not? Can anyone explain?

[huntrodz]

I just changed my country from UK to Poland and the buttons showed up! Must be a region specific thing do you think?

[Yoszek]

Actually I don't understand. Is this CE Polish exclusive or not? Can anyone explain?

Still no info info about that.But you can buy from their site only if you live in Poland.Maybe they will anounce uk and us retailers for this CE soon.

[huntrodz]

The only regions i can select for CE preorders are:

Denmark
Finland
Germany
Netherlands
Norway
Poland
Sweden

No UK or US option there at all?!?

[KnightOfTruth]

Indeed. You can pre-order it on gamestop.com, but looks like only the PS4 and PC versions are available at the moment (also, I believe they require immediate payment of $150). Looks like they say payment will be taken at time of shipment.

The Polish cdp.pl site looks like its selling it for the US equivalent of $115 for PC ($138 for next-gen)! What a steal! :)

[G3noxide]

Gamestop.com has them still get them quick!

[KnightOfTruth]

Well darn, got sniffed out by the Watch-dog! (translated by Google)

"LOCK REGION

Woof! I keep watch here!
Outside Polish products nobody buys.
Purchase of products is possible only for customers in the Polish territory.
Sorry.

If you are in Poland, and you see this page necessarily write to us"

[huntrodz]

Indeed. You can pre-order it on gamestop.com, but looks like only the PS4 and PC versions are available at the moment (also, I believe they require immediate payment of $150).

The Polish cdp.pl site looks like its selling it for the US equivalent of $115 for PC ($138 for next-gen)! What a steal! :)

Just checked the link, that is a steal! Shame they dont ship abroad! Im thinking maybe it will be a store exclusive here in UK (probably GAME) and thats the reason you cant pre-order from them direct.

[NikeFerrari]

The only regions i can select for CE preorders are:

Denmark
Finland
Germany
Netherlands
Norway
Poland
Sweden

No UK or US option there at all?!?

When you choose one of those countries, it shows you the shops that will stock it but when i choose Germany, it shows amazon.de and the link is broken.

It's not up on amazon.de yet but most likely will be.

UK will be added soon i believe and i hope it won't be a GAME exclusive.

[KnightOfTruth]

Nice, XB1 version is now available on Gamestop.com for US. Also, looks like the bonus is going to be a "Gamestop Exclusive Witcher Keychain" and also a Poster.

[Dymblos]

Gamestop: "Billing does not occur until shipment is processed"

King: "(also, I believe they require immediate payment of $150)."

O_o

[KnightOfTruth]

Gamestop: "Billing does not occur until shipment is processed"

King: "(also, I believe they require immediate payment of $150)."

O_o

Thanks, looks like I've been promoted! :)

Yeah, just read that myself - guess they don't require immediate payment. I also see that Target/Walmart/Best Buy are listed as stores for the non-CE so I wonder if they'll have the CE? 20% off with GCU with best buy puts this at $120 ;)

[LyricalOne]

Thanks, looks like I've been promoted! :)

Yeah, just read that myself - guess they don't require immediate payment. I also see that Target/Walmart/Best Buy are listed as stores for the non-CE so I wonder if they'll have the CE? 20% off with GCU with best buy puts this at $120 ;)

This is my biggest debate right now.

If BB is to get the CE, it is a no brainer for me to pre-order there with the 20% off.

Otherwise, I'll go the GS route since I still beat my self for not getting the DARK ED. and have failed to win the ones on ebay multiple times.

I just hope that if I wait too long they don't sell out :(

[v1sav1s]

Oh my, oh my! Ahhhhhhh! This CE looks so good! If the statue's quality turns out like that promo pic I'm going to lose it! And the artbook! So sick. :beg::ok::v:

[huntrodz]

Im just trying to decide if i should jump on the Gamestop.com one until i hear anything about a UK edition! Cant miss out on this......

[G3noxide]

Im just trying to decide if i should jump on the Gamestop.com one until i hear anything about a UK edition! Cant miss out on this......

Do they usually have that much of a difference?

[NoScruffyNo]

Up on Amazon UK

http://www.amazon.co.uk/The-Witcher-Wild-Hunt-PS4/dp/B00BT9DU0I

[huntrodz]

Thanks dude jumped on the Amazon one.

I don't think there would have been any difference really. Just didnt want to miss out.

£95 here in UK.

[LyricalOne]

Well at this rate if Best Buy does not get it for pre-order until tomorrow morning, I will go with Gamestop!

[G3noxide]

Up on Amazon UK

http://www.amazon.co.uk/The-Witcher-Wild-Hunt-PS4/dp/B00BT9DU0I

oh i wants for PC lol

[huntrodz]

UK PC link for anyone thats interested:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/The-Witcher-Wild-Collectors-Edition/dp/B00I9WV4SS/ref=lh_ni_t?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE

[Kirik516]

What bad in GameStop? Why everyone prefer other stores?

[eternix]

Just Pre-ordered a copy of the CE at Gamestop. Can't wait for this beast!!!

[CrixDoomsday]

Looks that i wont be able to order Witcher 3 CE for anyone. I think thers an limit in order per person... I have to ask them (CDP.pl) for info tomorrow. Till then dont send me any PM.

[Robert]

I really hope EB games canada gets them, no other place i could buy from has them =(

[G3noxide]

You can still order it from the .com site, just can't use paypal as a Canadian resident.

[Letrico]

Is there any special polish or Czech edition?

[CrixDoomsday]

No Polish exclusiv.

[jrmurtaugh]

All editions up on amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_2_10?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=witcher%203%20collectors%20edition&sprefix=witcher+3+%2Caps%2C219

[I_BE_WILL]

It's up on EB Games Aus $199.95 for PC, $219.95 for consoles.

[Chargersfan57]

Got my order in for the PS4 version at GS. : )

Question, Will this version sell out and be expensive to acquire later on?

[Interinactive]

I ordered 2 from eb games AU. One to go next to the sealed TW1 + TW2 and one I can open for the statue.

Check out the NZ price, talk about a fucking mark up:

https://www.ebgames.co.nz/ps4-202921-The-Witcher-3-Wild-Hunt-Collectors-Edition-PlayStation-4

[Letrico]

I ordered 2 from eb games AU. One to go next to the sealed TW1 + TW2 and one I can open for the statue.

Check out the NZ price, talk about a fucking mark up:

https://www.ebgames.co.nz/ps4-202921-The-Witcher-3-Wild-Hunt-Collectors-Edition-PlayStation-4

Seems like NZ price is placeholder. The bottom part have a red line showing:

*Placeholder Price. Final price yet to be announced

NZ usually get it $50 more than Australia.

[Letrico]

It's up on EB Games Aus $199.95 for PC, $219.95 for consoles.

A little bit ripped :( Usually our price is similar to GBP converted to AUD but this time we get charges one chunk more.

[Interinactive]

Seems like NZ price is placeholder. The bottom part have a red line showing:

*Placeholder Price. Final price yet to be announced

NZ usually get it $50 more than Australia.

Not true. I monitor both sites pretty carefully. Take the Dragon Age CE for example. $110 more expensive without a palceholder price. NZ gets these mark ups all the time.

[imironmann]

This has great potential to be the nicest CE of the year.

I love the fact that it actually has a polystone figure rather than another cheap ass PVC one. Just hope the paint app on the figure is decent.

[Interinactive]

This has great potential to be the nicest CE of the year.

I love the fact that it actually has a polystone figure rather than another cheap ass PVC one. Just hope the paint app on the figure is decent.

+1. So tired of the cheap ones. Dark Souls II, Max Payne 3, Splinter Cell, Bravely Default and so on. They're not worth displaying.

The Assassin's Creed ones of late have been pretty good. If they can match those or better I'll be happy. I guess we can't expect too much when the CE is only $200 and includes a game when decent statues go for ~$300 - $400 alone.

[Letrico]

Not true. I monitor both sites pretty carefully. Take the Dragon Age CE for example. $110 more expensive without a palceholder price. NZ gets these mark ups all the time.

XD It used to do $50 more. I guess EA just screws everyone over. I wonder who are the distributor for Witcher 3 in AU/NZ this time. Will probably still be Bamco.

Finger's crossed NZ mates will get it at reasonable price. If not just import buy directly from Gamestop for around $180-$200 depending on shipping price.

[Letrico]

This has great potential to be the nicest CE of the year.

I love the fact that it actually has a polystone figure rather than another cheap ass PVC one. Just hope the paint app on the figure is decent.

CD Projekt RED are one of the few publisher that gives real good quality CEs. I love Witcher 1 and Witcher 2 CE tremendously especially the Polish edition and Dark Edition.

Good value, great content. CD PROJEKT RED WOO

[Chargersfan57]

CD Projekt RED are one of the few publisher that gives real good quality CEs. I love Witcher 1 and Witcher 2 CE tremendously especially the Polish edition and Dark Edition.

Good value, great content. CD PROJEKT RED WOO

Well that's good to hear. I guess this is a smart purchase then.

[KnightOfTruth]

In case anyone was wondering, its available on Amazon.com now too! ;) Pre-ordered like WHAT!

[FreemanNGT]

Was anyone able to find a place in Canada to pre-order the PC version of CE? Amazon.com doesn't ship here.. I find it kinda ridiculous that we got left out like that. Did I miss a memo with canadian pre-order instructions or something? :scratch:

[enesis]

In case anyone was wondering, its available on Amazon.com now too! ;) Pre-ordered like WHAT!
too bad , they don't ship Int'l :( .......... yet

[XMutant]

Exclusive Czech Steelbooks from Xzone. One version is for PC preorders and another one is for X1/PS4.

Both are different from steelbook that is inside CE.

Xzone says it is steelbook but they dont make difference between metalpack, steelbook etc so I don't know if it is real Scanavo Steelbook or not.


http://puu.sh/9h0oG/0e4032d7a0.jpg

JRC shop gives keyring for preorders:

http://puu.sh/9h1gs/d3e4988ada.jpg

and something special will be revealed later for Gameleader preorders as well.

EDIT:

So one type of Xzone steelbook is for Poland preorders as well.

http://puu.sh/9h25h/294461b1a6.jpg

[melt]

xy9Inr3olG8

[Dymblos]

this game have region-lock? O_o

[MadMan5]

XD It used to do $50 more. I guess EA just screws everyone over. I wonder who are the distributor for Witcher 3 in AU/NZ this time. Will probably still be Bamco.

Finger's crossed NZ mates will get it at reasonable price. If not just import buy directly from Gamestop for around $180-$200 depending on shipping price.
When you factor in all the numbers and if the AUD is any good ''next year'' and add what your banks (always less than what you think it is + fees to change the coin) exchange is at the moment you will save between 5-10 AUD. Also with the GS you will not get the poster as it is pickup in store only.

[Tejstar]

Amazon UK pre-orders are £129.99 for PC and £139.99 for XO and PS4.

Looks like it has gone up in price since last night. :(

[melt]

WTF it was £91.99 before this

[huntrodz]

OMG! After reading this ive just logged onto my amazon, Ive only added it to my basket last night for 94.99 but haven't actually pressed the order button!!:facepalm::facepalm::facepalm:

Its going to cost me 129.99 now!

[CrixDoomsday]

Nevermind. I cant order more than 2 CE... Sorry, i cant help you with Witcher 3.

[CrixDoomsday]

So... What you think about Witcher 3 prewiew figure / real one?

http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t504/Master_CriX/2014-06-05_2059_zpsb491fd94.png

[Ayiu]

It's also up on ebgames australia for $220 AUD.

https://ebgames.com.au/featured/the-witcher-3-wild-hunt?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=facebookpost_jun14

[huntrodz]

So... What you think about Witcher 3 prewiew figure / real one?

http://i1063.photobucket.com/albums/t504/Master_CriX/2014-06-05_2059_zpsb491fd94.png

Preview one look a lot better i think, the coloring on the actual one looks 2 bright.

Could just be the way the picture has been taken i suppose.

[ingmar1988]

amazon now up to 140 :O

[KnightOfTruth]

OMG! After reading this ive just logged onto my amazon, Ive only added it to my basket last night for 94.99 but haven't actually pressed the order button!!:facepalm::facepalm::facepalm:

Its going to cost me 129.99 now!

I kept refreshing periodically on the .com site because I was hoping to catch it at a low mark (many times new things will come at a cheaper price for a few minutes/hours depending on how quick they are at fixing it), but ended up with full retail when I checked at night. Oh well, just happy to be getting one eventually.

[Yoszek]

I wonder why UK price is almost twice as PL price...

[Viridius]

Ouch! $220 for the Australian ps4 version. ... I do need this to compete the set though. ..

[Cybersick]

Now for Germany Exclusive CE with The Witcher Killing Monsters (Comicbuch)
http://www.amazon.de/gp/feature.html?ie=UTF8&docId=1000808743

:bday::bday::bday:

[huntrodz]

I'm just glad I've got it pre ordered to be honest Knight, still a pain in the Ass knowing it's costing me 25pounds though! I'm debating on buying the standard edition as well and keeping the collectors one sealed.

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[Robert]

Was anyone able to find a place in Canada to pre-order the PC version of CE? Amazon.com doesn't ship here.. I find it kinda ridiculous that we got left out like that. Did I miss a memo with canadian pre-order instructions or something? :scratch:

Hopefully EB games Canada might have it available some time. I really hope they do, anyway

[Mike1888]

Hopefully EB games Canada might have it available some time. I really hope they do, anyway

I'd be pretty surprised if amazon.ca or EB Games didn't get this. It often takes a little bit of time after the US pre-orders go up.

[Kirik516]

Something strange with Amazon.com. no one of Witcher 3 CE's are available. Or pre-order limit has gone, or they are making changes.

[Zoklar]

Just pre-ordered mine for PS4 at GameStop. They are still available there for anyone interested. The billing occurs once it ships.

[Letrico]

Something strange with Amazon.com. no one of Witcher 3 CE's are available. Or pre-order limit has gone, or they are making changes.

Probably all gone.

[Zoklar]

Something strange with Amazon.com. no one of Witcher 3 CE's are available. Or pre-order limit has gone, or they are making changes.


Yeah, I would have preferred Amazon since I have Prime shipping, but I did not want to risk missing out. These are going quick by the looks of it.

[Yoszek]

Well,Polish stock is sold out too.There was 8750 of them.

[winds]

I'd be super bummed if there is no eventual option for us Canadians to pre-order this. Here's hoping ebgames gets this in the coming days.

[Chargersfan57]

Just pre-ordered mine for PS4 at GameStop. They are still available there for anyone interested. The billing occurs once it ships.

I got a PS4 copy from GS preordered as well. :bananayes: Now I just need to get myself a PS4...

Yeah, I would have preferred Amazon since I have Prime shipping, but I did not want to risk missing out. These are going quick by the looks of it.

Well, the cool think with the GS preoder is we also get a key chain and poster.

BTW, concerning the poster, does anyone know if they are already available? I know they are pick-up in store only and extremely limited.

Also in their conference they said the CE would be "highly limited" so I'd definitely imagine these will sell out.

[rapister]

pretty excited about this.... plus its the very first witcher for the playstation....

and the very first witcher steelbook too

gamestop gives you a free keychain for the effort



all sold out on amazon US, but still available for UK and DE

[Chargersfan57]

all sold out on amazon US, but still available for UK and DE

Wow, less than a 48 hour sell out on Amazon! These ARE moving fast!!!

[djtoko]

The Witcher 3 Official Guides Announced

http://www.primagames.com/dims3/PRIMA/http://www.primagames.com/media/files/news/witcher3_SEmock_cvr3D.jpg
http://www.primagames.com/dims3/PRIMA/http://www.primagames.com/media/files/news/Witcher3_CE_mock_3D.jpg

link: http://www.primagames.com/games/witcher-3/news/witcher-3-official-guides-announced

[Kirik516]

If someone interested, Witcher CE now available for pre-order in Russia.

[Robert]

really starting to wonder if Canada will be getting this. Maybe we could do some sort of Group buy, if it's still not available by the end of the week, for the countrys unable to buy this

[Yoszek]

Got some new photos of figurine wich were posted on official polish forum.
http://111.imagebam.com/download/kqerklcuy9NvoXZ0sr_tKw/33199/331985654/Figure-Back-blood.jpg
http://111.imagebam.com/download/HOjHz6sXPNsgLHKdD9Sogw/33199/331985659/Figure_Gryffin-blood.jpg
http://110.imagebam.com/download/35Pl4gPMGKdKhvzMDtyQug/33199/331985673/Figure_Front2-blood.jpg
http://111.imagebam.com/download/AlJ_RwfyGI30CDxb0VrHhA/33199/331985664/Figure_Front-blood.jpg

[MadMan5]

The Witcher 3 Official Guides Announced

http://www.primagames.com/dims3/PRIMA/http://www.primagames.com/media/files/news/witcher3_SEmock_cvr3D.jpg
http://www.primagames.com/dims3/PRIMA/http://www.primagames.com/media/files/news/Witcher3_CE_mock_3D.jpg

link: http://www.primagames.com/games/witcher-3/news/witcher-3-official-guides-announced

You can order it at USA Amazon now.

[Vixzer]

Oh that is nice, sadly gamestop does not ship outside US and other than Amazon.com, no one else is shipping for me either... oh well, I will have o get it from ebay

[djtoko]

Pics of the Collector's Edition from the E3!
https://scontent-a-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/t31.0-8/10448726_731502616891139_7383269609902331900_o.jpg

more pics: https://www.facebook.com/BatyAlquawen/posts/731502783557789

[Chargersfan57]

Lookin' good!

[Letrico]

Oh that is nice, sadly gamestop does not ship outside US and other than Amazon.com, no one else is shipping for me either... oh well, I will have o get it from ebay

Gamestop us does ship international.

[Vixzer]

Gamestop us does ship international.


My mistake, it does ship some of the C.E, this one included but for some reason they do not ship Dragon Age C.E, I was thinking about this game when I replied to this topic, sorry :barsong:

[Letrico]

My mistake, it does ship some of the C.E, this one included but for some reason they do not ship Dragon Age C.E, I was thinking about this game when I replied to this topic, sorry :barsong:

No worries man I know GameStop are asshole sometimes since they refuse to ship some of the CE I want from them. "US only" is annoying.

[KnightOfTruth]

Looks like Witcher 3 CE is now available on Bestbuy.com as well - great for those of us with GCU, $120 is a great price for this! :D

[vhal_x]

Mentioned this to my mum (we were talking about how I've not bought too many CEs of late) and managed to call it "The Witcher 3 Wild Cunt Hollector's Edition"... cue red face from me :facepalm: xx

[comaamen86]

Mentioned this to my mum (we were talking about how I've not bought too many CEs of late) and managed to call it "The Witcher 3 Wild Cunt Hollector's Edition"... cue red face from me :facepalm: xx

bless that scottish twang in you voice

[LyricalOne]

Looks like Witcher 3 CE is now available on Bestbuy.com as well - great for those of us with GCU, $120 is a great price for this! :D

YES!

That's exactly what I was waiting for :v:

[Letrico]

YES!

That's exactly what I was waiting for :v:

Many you guys have great gamer benefit there. It cost cheapest $200 to get it here and no discounts at all.

[LyricalOne]

Many you guys have great gamer benefit there. It cost cheapest $200 to get it here and no discounts at all.

Well it's a paid benefit..so I'm trying to get my money's worth lol.

I would love to purchase some for people with my discount but..
1. The limit is 3 per account at Best Buy or they could ban you apparently.
2. Shipping kills it.

:(

[Letrico]

Well it's a paid benefit..so I'm trying to get my money's worth lol.

I would love to purchase some for people with my discount but..
1. The limit is 3 per account at Best Buy or they could ban you apparently.
2. Shipping kills it.

:(

Ah but still a good incentive. Discount is better than no discount. I could really do a 20% off here with CE costing 1.5x from the states. WAI YOU ROB ME AUSTRALIA!

[r3galbum]

Well it's a paid benefit..so I'm trying to get my money's worth lol.

I would love to purchase some for people with my discount but..
1. The limit is 3 per account at Best Buy or they could ban you apparently.
2. Shipping kills it.

:(

Damn... I'm really tempted to sign up sometimes, but I don't even trade my games in so I wouldn't get the extra points or credit >.>..

[I_BE_WILL]

Many you guys have great gamer benefit there. It cost cheapest $200 to get it here and no discounts at all.

The one small benefit of woolies, buying the EB Games vouchers at 10% off.

Was very handy for the XBONE, plus the upcoming Dragon Age.

[KnightOfTruth]

Damn... I'm really tempted to sign up sometimes, but I don't even trade my games in so I wouldn't get the extra points or credit >.>..

I don't really trade things in there (yet) either, but it was $60 for 2-years and just buying this CE from them earns back $30 of those dollars, let alone the reward certificates etc. that they give you.

I don't usually like Best Buy, but since some of my other methods of making money via GS have dried up for the time being, I had to go with BB since they save me the most $$ in the long-run.

My only complaint is that I think when you pre-order they actually put a hold on your account for that money which is ridiculous since so many other retailers can do it without ANY charge going on your account.

[MadMan5]

The one small benefit of woolies, buying the EB Games vouchers at 10% off.

Was very handy for the XBONE, plus the upcoming Dragon Age.
The CE is back on Amazon USA $10 USD post to Australia and in this case the saving might be $50 AUD as to getting it from EBgames all ways good to keep options open.

[Viridius]

Thanks for the heads up. I've now got 2 preorders (eb games and amazon) ;)

[Lazarusxx]

This CE is selling out like crazy. My store is already sold out of the PS4 and XB1 versions. Each store seems to have been allocated only 1 CE per store (some of the bigger stores did get 2, but they are few and far between.) The PC version is *ONLY AVAILABLE ONLINE* at EB games and there is a maximum of 200 units for the entire Canadian market.
Glad I got mine!

[Viridius]

Still available for order in Australia. ..

[chosefina]

Unboxing the STATUE Witcher 3's Geralt of Rivia! Like the page :P

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Nejzaj%C3%ADmav%C4%9Bj%C5%A1%C3%AD-sb%C4%9Bratelsk%C3%A9-edice-her/288046921341470?ref_type=bookmark

[Drakan]

Gamestop us does ship international.

Oh! Thanks for this - lifesaver.

:hammer:

[Drakan]

Mentioned this to my mum ... managed to call it "The Witcher 3 Wild Cunt Hollector's Edition

Brilliant :taunt:

I'm gonna have to borrow this one mate, too good to pass.

[chosefina]

Unboxing: Geralt of Rivia and his trophy (E3 2014 Promo)

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.514225888723571.1073741867.288046921341470&type=1

[AlexRNd]

Unboxing: Geralt of Rivia and his trophy (E3 2014 Promo)

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.514225888723571.1073741867.288046921341470&type=1

Is that yours?
you've finally got it?

[chosefina]

yes its mine

[StayFree( ' 3')]

yes its mine

congrats chosefina. :1:

Not only were you able to get one, you were able to get one in one piece. I swear that thing is more fragile than the Bioshock LE figure.

[AlexRNd]

yes its mine

Congrats, indeed! Glad that you found it!:beer:
Looks really superb!)
I'm a bit sad that i dint bought it for a good price when i had a chance

[chosefina]

congrats chosefina. :1:

Not only were you able to get one, you were able to get one in one piece. I swear that thing is more fragile than the Bioshock LE figure.


Thats definitely thruth

[Zoklar]

Hey peeps! Amazon.com has just restocked the XBOX ONE edition ICYMI.

http://www.amazon.com/Witcher-The-Wild-Hunt-Collectors-Edition/dp/B00KSN7OGC/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1406782279&sr=8-2&keywords=Witcher+3

[Viridius]

Was it sold out?

Eb games in aus is still taking orders

[Anjelaoni]

We are also thrilled to reveal the inclusion of additional physical content in the Xbox One Collector’s Edition of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.

:jason: :ninja: :hater: :wtf:

Shitty Source (http://thewitcher.com/news/view/795)

[huntrodz]

Wow....what a kick in the balls that is.

Never expected this from CDPR, EA ect yeah it's the norm these days. Never from these guys though.

Sent from my HTC One using Tapatalk

[Viridius]

Ouch. That's disappointing.

[Anjelaoni]

Yes my dear fellow, it is utterly disappointing. Shame on you, CD Projekt Red.

[Lazarusxx]

Having an Xbox One, I am (obviously) happy they did this. It's unfortunate for those who purchased the Playstation 4 because they're missing out, but lets be honest, Microsoft has way more money to just throw around for promotional things like this.
Video games are a huge part of the entertainment business and I can't think of any other sector that even comes close to generating the type of money that gaming does. My point is that it makes sense from a business perspective for any company to accept a bucket load of cash to add minor physical (or even digital, in some cases - like pre-order DLC) content for a specific version. Just look at the trend of video game making companies over the past few years that have gone under due to a lack of funds generated by their game.
I know it's easy to blame CD Projekt Red and say they "sold out" but have they really? They're not putting a new creature in the game called the "Microsoftus" that can only be slain using the silver "Playstationic Trap" or filling the game world with Coke or Pepsi billboards. They are a company that wants to keep making awesome games for us, and they need money to do it.

[Viridius]

It's not that I disagree with a company making money, it's just that they have now instantly made every other version inferior (whilst not changing the price).

Let's not forget these are not cheap items.

All of a sudden ps4 and pc users are treated as second rate because microsoft threw money at the devs.

Don't forget witcher started on pc, and only came to xbox with witcher 2.

It's like a slap in the face of their most loyal fan base.

Would have been better if they added physical exclusives to each version, at least that way no one would feel inferior.

[Viridius]

Although I'm sure that 3 versions of the collectors edition with unique items would drive some members a bit crazy :)

[djtoko]

WTF....Microsoft is evil and shame on you CDPR.
Now both PC and PS4 CE have zero collector's value :(

[Lazarusxx]

I can agree with your perspective. It does definitely make the other CE's a little less in comparison (personally the cloth map is cool, but I never even open the card packs when they're included with the game)

Then again it's on a similar track as pre-order incentives that are different from each company you order from. Sure you could drive around to each store to pre-order just for the incentive, but then there are those special items only available in other countries and if you really want them you have to either buy the item outright from a website that delivers to your country or buy it from someone on eBay.

I think the additional content for the Withcer 3 CE should be available for the PC and for Xbox One as they are both Microsoft platforms - but I understand that Microsoft is throwing money at developers/publishers left, right and centre to promote the Xbox One since the abysmal initial E3 coverage when the system was first shown.

I mean, just look at the timed exclusivity of the newest Tomb Raider. I'm sure these things are only going to continue with Microsofts more aggressive strategy to promote their console.

[KnightOfTruth]

Although I'm sure that 3 versions of the collectors edition with unique items would drive some members a bit crazy :)

They actually said on their forums way back when that they WEREN'T going to do this - that there was going to be one edition to rule them all. ;)

We are also thrilled to reveal the inclusion of additional physical content in the Xbox One Collector’s Edition of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.
:jason: :ninja: :hater: :wtf:


Good for them. I'm glad to see Microsoft getting some different treatment finally - as someone who doesn't own a PS3/4 there's been a number of times that a game has gotten special treatment (or even unique release) on a Sony platform and been completely ignored on Microsoft's platform. I don't always hate it - but I've just come to the conclusion that some things I just won't get if I don't get a PS3/4. I might still whine a bit - but that's what the Internet is for isn't it?! ;)

Not sure if I dislike a definitive difference like this more than the pre-order retailer exclusive bonuses though... they're both pretty bad IMHO.

Since I'm on the "winning" side of this one I guess it doesn't bother me as much, but I suppose if I wasn't, I'd be sad not to get the "bonuses". Not enough to freak out and say that CDPR were dirt-bags or anything - I'd just get the version I could and be sad MY version was missing something (or find those missing pieces on eBay and rule the day!!)

I'm happy they put a game in there though! That was the ONE thing (next to a Steelbook and statue) that I really wanted in the CE - a "dice poker" set, but since they're not playing dice poker in this one, this'll work! :thumb:

[huntrodz]

So is it the cloth map that is exclusive aswell as the card game?

Ive just been back on their source site and they have taken down the comments at the bottom...must have not liked what people were saying! Truth hurts.

[Hauser57]

Was able to grab one off newegg and thankfully had a $50 gift card :1:
still tho sucks they did this to the collector edition

[Ayiu]

I hope this is not a US only thing....

[KnightOfTruth]

Was able to grab one off newegg and thankfully had a $50 gift card :1:
still tho sucks they did this to the collector edition

It IS kind of nice that they did it this way though - because we all were quite happy with the CE as it was announced and then afterward they announce that there are a couple of extras going to XB1 pre-orders. I think it makes it easier to take considering most of people seemed pretty content with the CE as announced. If they just came right out and said "XB1 gets more stuffz!" then it might've been more upsetting -- not sure, just thinking out loud on this though.

[MadMan5]

It IS kind of nice that they did it this way though - because we all were quite happy with the CE as it was announced and then afterward they announce that there are a couple of extras going to XB1 pre-orders. I think it makes it easier to take considering most of people seemed pretty content with the CE as announced. If they just came right out and said "XB1 gets more stuffz!" then it might've been more upsetting -- not sure, just thinking out loud on this though.

Mr Spencer has got a job to do, keep share holders happy and get box1 in to homes. "Gamers" only did this to them selfs with the so called console wars and pc elite. There are people who work for these company's and all they do all day is read comments and report back on the best information that makes good logic in moving forward for that brand. The last nine months can test to that.

Me I have one console brand and one is enough for me. In a way I'm kind of happy that Mr BoxOne has brought real competition to the table and it is working, look how upset some have become in the past 5 days. Why I'm happy for Mr BoxOne, This has made gamers "who want everything" think real hard now because MS has changed the game. The + items with the BoxOne version is a test to what is to come and when the new TR comes out Damn! Anything is on the table for the collectors edition and this is going to hit some hard.

Sony and least can stop getting high on their own supply (10 Mill) for a minute and look at the competition because the competition is fight back good or bad they are moving forward with their brand. Take note Sony... It only takes one person to change something then others will follow.

To those who are thinking of getting a BoxOne, from now save $10 a week and you will have plenty coin and some for the new TR when it drops in 2015. Funny thing is those who swear blind they would never touch a BoxOne may just end up getting One after all.

Damn! You got to luv competition...

[StayFree( ' 3')]

Here's the official announcement sent out by the evil Templars, CD PROJEKT RED.


CD PROJEKT RED, the developer of the critically acclaimed Witcher series of games, is excited to announce Gwent, a card game experience embedded within the upcoming open world fantasy RPG--Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. The studio is also thrilled to reveal the inclusion of additional physical content in the Xbox One Collector’s Edition of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.


About Gwent

Gwent is a fast-paced card game that can be played within The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt on every platform. Invented by dwarves and perfected over centuries of tavern table play, Gwent is a game of initial simplicity and ultimate depth, something beloved by both road-weary travelers during long nights around the campfire and elegant nobles looking to liven up dragging dinner parties. The game is about the clash of two armies locked in mortal struggle on a battlefield where the players are the leaders and the cards their forces. With four different factions offering unique combat styles and endless paths to victory, Gwent is every adventurer’s first choice when it comes to one-on-one card-based dueling. Take risks and think on your feet, strategize and deliver cunning combos, use potent magic and mighty hero cards and be the last one standing on the field of honor!

Key Features:
•Over 150 unique playing cards.
•4 distinct factions: the mighty and cunning Nilfgaardian Empire, the brave Northern Realms and their siege weapons, the agile and devious Scoia’tael, and the brutal monsters of No Man’s Land.
•Powerful spells allow players to control the weather and affect units on the battlefield.
•An array of combat styles caters to individual playstyles: close range with heavy knights, long range with skilled archers or artillery with powerful siege weapons.
•Powerful hero cards, unique to each faction.


The studio has also announced the inclusion of additional physical content in the Xbox One Collector’s Edition of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt--Gwent, a highly addictive card game, and a unique cloth map of the in-game world.

The Xbox One Collector's Edition of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt now contains:
•The standard edition of the game, containing: the official soundtrack, a beautiful and detailed map of the in-game world, unique stickers, and the developer-created "Witcher Universe - The Compendium"
•A giant, 33x24x26 cm, 100% hand painted, Polystone figure of Geralt of Rivia battling a Griffin
•An exclusive, collector grade Witcher medallion
•A one of a kind SteelBook™
•A two-hundred page artbook, containing breathtaking art from the game
•A cloth map of the game world
•Two Gwent card decks
•Huge outer and inner Collector’s Boxes you can store your Witcher merchandise in!


“Gwent is an amazing game and we're really happy to be able to bring it to the physical realm with Microsoft's help. Now we’ve got Gwent in every copy of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt as an in-game experience for free on every platform, and a physical version in the Xbox One CE, how awesome is that?” said Marcin Iwi?ski, CD PROJEKT RED Co-founder and Joint CEO.

Gwent will be available as an in-game experience for everyone who purchases and plays The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. The physical representations of two in-game decks are exclusive to the Xbox One Collector’s Edition of the game.

...in short, death to CDPR! #PS4MasterRace

[Interinactive]

This is some bullshit.

I've ordered two PC CEs. One to display the statue, the other to remain sealed. Even though I could technically get the XB1 version for the statue, I still won't. The XB1 is a joke, as are the people in charge, and I don't want anything associated with that system.

[Letrico]

Not that happy with Microsoft giving money to make all these deals.

[Chargersfan57]

This is very crappy way to treat your fans Projekt Red...

EDIT: I just literally found out about the Tomb Raider sequel,....what the hell?! I'm only going one console this gen and I choose the PS4. So I guess I get screwed. Think all gamers should get access the the same content regardless if they're gaming on the PS4, XBone, or computer. Definitely disappointed in what people are willing to do to hurt their die-hard fans.

QUITE PATHETIC!

EDIT # 2: Cancelled my CE. It's just not the right way to do business with your fans.

[KnightOfTruth]

This is very crappy way to treat your fans...

I really don't think it is - even in the 2nd Witcher the Xbox 360 collectors edition had something the PC version didn't. As a company they got paid to do it again. If Sony paid them like so, it'd be a little different, but still in-line with what they've done, just a different "customer".

It's ridiculous that people are getting so angry over this that they're canceling an order outright - the version was good enough to order "and praise/celebrate/rejoice over before", what's changed in that edition since? It's things like this that make us gamers look a little whiny. (Though I admit, sometimes WE are).

[sarasouls]

EDIT: I just literally found out about the Tomb Raider sequel,....what the hell?! I'm only going one console this gen and I choose the PS4. So I guess I get screwed. Think all gamers should get access the the same content regardless if they're gaming on the PS4, XBone, or computer. Definitely disappointed in what people are willing to do to hurt their die-hard fans.

Tomb Raider is a timed exclusive so you'll be able to play it some day.


As for the Witcher map and cards I guess it kinda sucks just because if I'm buying a CE is because I want the physical goodies, so removing some of those of a version of game kinda bums me out...

[Interinactive]

It's ridiculous that people are getting so angry over this that they're canceling an order outright - the version was good enough to order "and praise/celebrate/rejoice over before", what's changed in that edition since? It's things like this that make us gamers look a little whiny. (Though I admit, sometimes WE are).

Being on a collectors forum, you wouldn't think this would need explaining...

The first issue is that if you want the 'best version', the Xbox One has it. That's about it for that. If you want the best or most complete CE, that's what you'd have to buy. Don't have an XB1? Ah well. They don't care.

Secondly, it's not any old company. It's a company that stated it wouldn't do platform specific content. Yet here we are. And even if they didn't, it's still not acceptable.

Thirdly, each version is $200 (or whatever it is in your region), yet there is no price reduction for the original CEs even though they have less content.

Fourthly, we are the customers who are willing to shell out $200 for a game in the first place. Not $60. Not $80. Not $100. But $200. We aren't average gamers, this is what we love.

Fifthly, the Xbox One is obviously the weakest platform at the moment and it's quite obvious as to what Microsoft is doing. Why give in to such tactics just because their console is failing?

I have CEs that I have never opened (and won't), yet I'd feel exactly the same if it were about any of those. It's not about what's in the box, it's about having the definitive version, and nobody should have to feel the need to get it for a platform they don't support. Again; we are on a collectors forum, I really cannot fathom how this wouldn't be obvious to all.

[KnightOfTruth]

Not everyone collects everything. Not everyone tries to get the "definitive" edition always - it's different strokes for different folks. Some people are satisfied with different versions of different games depending on where their emphasis lies in their collection - again, not everyone is the same.

Sure, we all want the most bang for our buck, but I wouldn't cancel a pre-order on a game that I was excited about a month ago, raving over what a great CE it was, because a slightly better version was being released because one platform "paid off" the publishers. It just seems a bit much to have a complete 180 on how you see the company and CE because there's something that changed on one platform...

It's almost (not exactly but close) like how many AC games have "exclusive" DLC that's only available on Sony platforms. I'm not as into DLC as physical goods, but some are. It'd be like canceling all your Microsoft pre-orders cuz you didn't get access to some exclusive missions (wouldn't it?)

Again, I understand why some people are "disappointed" but I don't see the cause for intense rage, spewing hate, and cancelled orders because of this.

Maybe I'm just missing something?


Edit: The first issue is that if you want the 'best version', the Xbox One has it. That's about it for that. If you want the best or most complete CE, that's what you'd have to buy. Don't have an XB1? Ah well. They don't care.

Secondly, it's not any old company. It's a company that stated it wouldn't do platform specific content. Yet here we are. And even if they didn't, it's still not acceptable.


I AM with you on that point though - they specifically stated on their forums months ago that there would be no "different CEs", so that in itself is definitely a reason to be upset since they blatantly went back on what they said. But still, I'm rather aghast at all the hatred-filled tweets, posts, and things I've seen all over the internet. I don't usually see this many things (it seems) with Xbox fans when Sony does exclusives, but between Tomb Raider and this, I'm just really impressed with all the backlash. The MS hate is strong! ;)

[Ayiu]

I don't see anyone complaining that Sony paid off Disney for the Disney Infinity 2.0: Marvel Super Heroes CE. Sure it's a different game and Disney did not promise anything to their customer base but nevertheless Sony paid them to make a superior CE...It's a common business and help them in being competitive.

[KnightOfTruth]

I don't see anyone complaining that Sony paid off Disney for the Disney Infinity 2.0: Marvel Super Heroes CE. Sure it's a different game and Disney did not promise anything to their customer base but nevertheless Sony paid them to make a superior CE...It's a common business and being competitive.

I was sad. Not complaining sad, but sad nonetheless.

You're absolutely right though - I think this gen, companies have really realized that they can make a killing on the "collector" community and are taking advantage (wherever and however possible) of that fact. Between the $250 Titanfall Collectors edition (set president for this gen CEs I think), the "exclusivity wars" with these CEs we see now, the crazy "limited LIMITED edition" guide craze with Prima, and more, I think word is out that there's money to be had on our backs... like I saw another poster post here recently though, I think it'll hit a hard wall when collector's start being more selective in what they get due to high supply and low bank accounts.

But yeah, I anticipate us seeing a lot more of this "platform exclusive" content (physical or otherwise) as Microsoft attempts to swing more people over to their side.

[Chargersfan57]

I understand these companies have a business to run, but all to often it's at the expense of the consumer.

Look at what's happening to Tomb Raider. MS is having the game delayed on other platforms to help push XBone sales.

Will it help line their pockets? Possibly. But I don't find it beneficial to the industry as a whole. And I feel that way whether MS does it, Sony does it, or Nintendo does it.

AT the end of the day money talks, and the money is saying "give our company more money by sacrificing the consumers experience." If MS wants to have incentives for purchasing the game on their console, then do it independently from the studio themselves. What I mean is add things in addition but separately from the CE.

This announcement is worse because it follows on the heels of the Tomb Raider announced delay.

The point is that I don't agree with the way MS does their business. Much like I was pissed that EA bought the rights to the NFL.

I choose to not support this decision even if others don't care. I don't expect everyone to agree.

[Chargersfan57]

The point is that I don't agree with the way MS does their business.

What I should have said was I don't agree with ANYBODY who does this kind of business as I'm aware MS isn't the only one to blame. (But they do seem to be at the forefront of this practice.)

[Interinactive]

I don't see anyone complaining that Sony paid off Disney for the Disney Infinity 2.0: Marvel Super Heroes CE.

I'm not sure how that's very relevant here. If fans of that series were fine with it, then there wouldn't be any/many complaints. It appears as if Witcher fans are a little more passionate about it.

[eternix]

From looking at the game it looks like a masterpiece. This will be the first one I play and I must say I was disappointed in the CE changes to the Xbox1 version. Lets see what happens.

[Ayiu]

I'm not sure how that's very relevant here. If fans of that series were fine with it, then there wouldn't be any/many complaints. It appears as if Witcher fans are a little more passionate about it.

Sry if I missed the point but for me the discussion is not about the game itself. They didn't cut the game in "half" and made exclusive DLC that's only available on Xbox platform. Everyone is still getting the same game no matter which platform they'll choose to support. In the end it should be the game that matters. If I like a game I'll buy the CE and a standard copy to play. No matter if it is missing some plastic cards or not. But maybe I'm just not as passionate as you.

[djtoko]

Yes Ayiu I fully understand you but this page is for collectors edition :) and now both PC and PS4 W3 Editions are "downgraded". I preorderd the PS4 version for full price to have the highest edition because I am a huge Witcher fan. If they announced the exclusive content for XBOX 1 two months ago then it's ok for me. But now? And all versions are already sould out....

[Interinactive]

Sry if I missed the point but for me the discussion is not about the game itself.

Neither is it for anyone here, or anywhere else

They didn't cut the game in "half"

Who said they did?

Everyone is still getting the same game no matter which platform they'll choose to support.

Who said they weren't?

In the end it should be the game that matters.

The game does matter, and this has nothing to do with the game itself, nor is anyone complaining about the game. Again, why are you bringing up all these irrelevant points? Nobody contested any of this.

[Ayiu]

Yes Ayiu I fully understand you but this page is for collectors edition :) and now both PC and PS4 W3 Editions are "downgraded". I preorderd the PS4 version for full price to have the highest edition because I am a huge Witcher fan. If they announced the exclusive content for XBOX 1 two months ago then it's ok for me. But now? And all versions are already sould out....

I agree that the timing was bad and I really understand you that the way how they approached this whole thing was not okay. Especially for their loyal PC fan base. But canceling the game just because of this is a little bit too much me thinks. Also every collector is different not everyone collects everything and I'm pretty sure people wouldn't be so "passionate" about it if was for PC.

[Interinactive]

Pretty sure based on what?

Your arguments (or lack thereof) have been pretty weak so far

[Ayiu]

Pretty sure based on what?

Your arguments (or lack thereof) have been pretty weak so far

Imo the Witcher 2 CE for PC was "superior" compared to the Dark Edition. But yea that's just my irrelevant opinion.

[Interinactive]

'People wouldn't be so "passionate" about it if it were for PC'... based on the fact that TW2 for 360 came out a year after the PC version with an entirely different CE? What?

How's that comparable to 3 identical collector's editions, where one of them gets changed before the game is even released?

Sorry, but you're not making any sense. And what people on certain platforms decide to do and feel about these sorts of things is up to them. This isn't a PC thing. PS4 users are just as annoyed.

You and others can spin it how ever you like, but it's preferential treatment, and even without CDPR's earlier quotes in regards to having no platform exclusivity, it's not acceptable.

[comaamen86]

I agree with. All but ayiu

[comaamen86]

I don't see anyone complaining that Sony paid off Disney for the Disney Infinity 2.0: Marvel Super Heroes CE. Sure it's a different game and Disney did not promise anything to their customer base but nevertheless Sony paid them to make a superior CE...It's a common business and help them in being competitive.

No one gives a fuck about disney is why