Battlefield 3

[Collector's Edition]

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[scourdx]

EA is releasing first print LE which will include "Back to Karkand" DLC "at no additional charge." The add-on includes four maps from Battlefield 2 "re-imagined with Frostbyte 2," the upcoming sequel's new engine, in addition to new Achievements/Trophies, unique rewards, and weapons from the previous title.

Another DLC tie in with the game. When will EA learn. :nea:

Source (http://www.joystiq.com/2011/02/05/rumor-battlefield-3-limited-edition-to-include-back-to-karkand/)

[Mandingo]

When will EA learn. :nea:



I'm thinking never. Oh well, at least this 'LE' will cost the same price as a regular new game.

EDIT_ Just read this part of the sourced article:

We're bound to find out exactly what EA has planned for the LE in "late February," according to the EA Store (http://eastore.ea.com/store/ea/en_US/DisplayProductDetailsPage/productID.224766400?resid=TU1xsQoBAlgAAEcqUrkAAAAN&rests=1296928256536).

So, perhaps more will come with this LE, but I wouldn't count on it.

[gurpswoo1]

Don't bet on the edition including anything but DLC and on a card aswell.

If they included it on the disc then this would be different, but a card!! Come on EA think about it.

Oh and nice find Scourdx.

[Mandingo]

If they included it on the disc then this would be different, but a card!! Come on EA think about it.



Does EA just do this with the 360 versions of their LE's?

PS3 games are afforded extra space with blu-ray media, so I would be shocked if EA couldn't fit any DLC on a single BD disc. For example, the Tiger Woods 2012 CE.

[gurpswoo1]

No EA gives its special limited treatment to PS3 aswell,

Need for Speed hot pursuit and Dead Space 2 are just two that came with the silly card.

[Mandingo]

oh wow, that's lame. :(

[gurpswoo1]

You think that's bad, there are some game of the year edition that have the normal game with new art print for the disc and case but included a card for DLC content to downloaded.
So you couldn't sell it on because the codes had been redeem already.

The last one I got was Resident evil 5 gold edition, returned straight way out of disgusts.

[Mandingo]

So you couldn't sell it on because the codes had been redeem already.


Yep, EA and other publishers clearly have contempt for used game sales cutting into their profits, which is probably why they do this.

It's a way to discourage consumers from buying used and opting for new

[PrestonLad]

Battlefield 3 LE features the digital expansion pack Battlefield 3 Back to Karkand. This themed multiplayer expansion pack includes four legendary maps from Battlefield 2 boldly re-imagined with Frostbite 2 physics, destruction and visuals. Completing the package are classic Battlefield 2 weapons and vehicles, unique rewards, new achievements/trophies, and more.

http://www.shopto.net/XBOX%20360/NEW%20RELEASES/XB2BA22-Battlefield%203%20Limited%20Edition.html

[twistedsymphony]

*** Added the North American LE releases and updated the description ***

[PrestonLad]

Game UK have just listed an exclusive "Battlefield 3 Limited Edition Physical Warfare Pack" for £49.99.

http://img.game.co.uk/ml/3/5/5/0/355079ps.gif

http://img.game.co.uk/images/2011/wk17/battlefield_ltded_v5.jpg

[Gemini-Phoenix]

Here's EA's official blog post about the Physical Warfare Pack:

http://www.ea.com/uk/news/battlefield-3-limited-edition-physical-warfare-pack-available?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=socialflow&utm_content=Twitter

Unfortunately for us, it's all digital bonuses and not an actual physical CE... :(

[Queen of Mudcrabs]

I'm tired of all these god damn DLC in my god damn games!

[MrBubbles]

They should be ashamed for calling this a Limited Edition. Same thing with part 2, also DLC. :sick:

[The Russian Bear]

I just hope the game does BF2 some justice and doesn't turn into COD to win all the COD fanboys over.

[flairjen]

amen to that. I did the same thing with gears of war 2 game of the year edition because it came with the extra content on a dlc card. Versions like these should be on the disc.

[gurpswoo1]

:woowoo: another DLC only release, can't wait.

[thefunk007]

You think there is any point/value in keeping these versions sealed?!

[The Russian Bear]

doubtful, the dlc will most likey have an expiry date on it as well ^^

[gurpswoo1]

In 90% of cases I would say don't bother, but it depends on how in demand the game or the number of units made.

Dragon age signature edition is currently the only one I have sealed.

[thefunk007]

Agreed!

[Gemini-Phoenix]

One of my many informants tells me that Swedish retailer, MediaMarkt, are offering an additional SteelBook when you pre-order Battlefield 3 for either PS3, X360, or PC

It wll be given away as a pre-order incentive alongside the standard "Day One" retail edition

The PS3 and X360 ones will cost 549 SEK (Roughly £52.92 / €59.88), and the PC version will be slightly cheaper at only 399 SEK (Roughly £38.46 / €43.42)

There's no promotional picture as of yet, but as soon as this becomes available I will post it up here

:thumb:

PS. I will also be doing a group buy for this release if anyone in the UK is interested. Details to follow shortly!


EDIT: Group buy details can be found in this thread HERE (http://collectorsedition.org/forums/showthread.php?t=4866)!

[mosavon]

Im interested pending further details...thanks for info:thumb:

[Gemini-Phoenix]

Im interested pending further details...thanks for info:thumb:

Group buy thread is now up! Added link to the bottom of the initial post ;)

[evilvort3x]

interested pending more info ;)

[twistedsymphony]

*** Added the SteelBook Edition ***

[page305]

I just hope the game does BF2 some justice and doesn't turn into COD to win all the COD fanboys over.

You and I, both. I watched the video for multiplayer (my all-time favorite is Battlefield franchise). I couldn't help but poop myself a little when I saw what I think was a "drop shot" in the clip. I pray this isn't the case!!!

The scale and range seemed different also. I can't explain it, but it seemed different. Could just be jitters.

I could see them doing this to make the CoD guys feel more "comfortable" in the swap. Honestly, I hope the CoD guys don't come over to BF (with the exception of the more mature CoD players...). I just don't like how the CoD online persona plays.

[mosavon]

You cant really blame any dev's for wanting a slice of the COD pie tbh, its a massive franchise which generates astronomical revenues:spiteful:, personally i hope they dont change things too much...i enjoy the Battlefield/Bad company games

[page305]

You cant really blame any dev's for wanting a slice of the COD pie tbh, its a massive franchise which generates astronomical revenues

I agree with that. I just hope they make a game that's out and out better (which was already done with BF2 and BC2) and allow the CoD players to make their own decision to migrate or not. As opposed to changing BF to resemble CoD to sweep CoD's following to BF.

(if that makes sense)

See you on the Battlefield! :snipe:

[Venomspreader]

anybody know of anywhere UK residents can order steelbook edition?

[Atter]

There will be G1 and G2 size too.
G1 sized:
http://i51.tinypic.com/300wcnq.jpghttp://i55.tinypic.com/2dahif8.jpg

G2 sized:
http://i54.tinypic.com/o8xsbb.jpghttp://i52.tinypic.com/2qun2fd.jpg

[gokilz]

what the local game store told me it was first come first serve basis for the steelcase, so go get ur copy now! :D

[matze1975]

At Gamestop Germany you get a steelbook when you preorder in the time from August 16 to August 31. It will come with the game in October!
http://www.gamestop.de/battlefield

[The Russian Bear]

60 euros for the pc edition??? thats almost double the price of a game in the UK. I don't envy you guys :(

[Venomspreader]

There will be G1 and G2 size too.
G1 sized:
http://i51.tinypic.com/300wcnq.jpghttp://i55.tinypic.com/2dahif8.jpg

G2 sized:
http://i54.tinypic.com/o8xsbb.jpghttp://i52.tinypic.com/2qun2fd.jpg


where can i buy this?

[page305]

http://www.razerzone.com/bf3/armory

Not really a CE... but still cool.

[Mike1888]

Does anyone know if the AU steelbook is the same as the swedish steelbook?

[mr_tris]

anybody know of anywhere UK residents can order steelbook edition?

Been doing a bit of research and unless something changes us Brits wont get a look in at a steely edition. Shame if we don't its quite nice.:rant::nea:

[The Russian Bear]

http://www.razerzone.com/bf3/armory

Not really a CE... but still cool.

Razor Hardware looks nice but the quality is crap, i've 2 headsets from them, The Razer Carchaias and another. Both broke within 6 months and they cost like £70, i'm now using a plantronics headset which cost £20, sounds better and is showing no signs of dieing on me.

[ChrissyCooza1]

Been doing a bit of research and unless something changes us Brits wont get a look in at a steely edition. Shame if we don't its quite nice.:rant::nea:

:beg: come on EA do it for britain. They should because Bad Company got a gold steelie when it was released, why the second game didnt is beyond me but still come on gimme BF3 steel.

[m5pwr]

Steelbook edition also available in Finland at Prisma for pre-order only.
:bananayes:

Just got mine pre-ordered.
:2cool:

[luckos]

Where's available the G2 one?

Thanks,

L.

[RyT]

Where's available the G2 one?

Thanks,

L.

I think anywhere that offers the Xbox360 and the PS3 version will have their respective size steelbook available

[page305]

I really hoped for a physical CE, but at least that is one hell of a pre-order bonus. Most games would charge $15 for that as DLC later to keep the game fresh. I'm glad they included that...

Really wanted a dogtag set or diecast tank or something... maybe a DICE logo'd M16 in 1:4 scale :0)

[Sebye]

Just announced on the Future Shop (Canada) forums:

Hi, I can confirm here that in addition to the upgrade to the limited edition for all pre-orders; we will have a Future Shop Exclusive Steelbook!

Image is being finalized this week but we are very excited about how it turned out!

Stay tuned!

Source: http://community.futureshop.ca/t5/PC-Gaming/Battlefield-3-Preorder-Bonus/m-p/311530#M4784

[foreverflash]

Just announced on the Future Shop (Canada) forums:



Source: http://community.futureshop.ca/t5/PC-Gaming/Battlefield-3-Preorder-Bonus/m-p/311530#M4784Interesting. I don't even know what the other shops and their steelbooks look like yet. I don't think the GAME group or Aussie retailers like EBgames have confirmed the design of thei steelbooks have they?

[themidlandmaster]

Eb has confirmed thier image, same as everywhere else
http://content.ebgames.com.au/website/images/detail/153113_detail.jpg

[foreverflash]

Midland do you have an idea what this future shop steelbook will look like?

[jugolicious]

The image for the Futureshop steelbook will be announced by the end of this week, according to the admins on the FS forum.

[Queen of Mudcrabs]

I really hoped on some sweet material goods because I really wanted a reason to buy the CE. I am not interested in DLC no matter how much of it they cram into it.

[Venomspreader]

anybody seen this hmv UK are offering a steel book with pre order

http://hmv.com/hmvweb/displayProductDetails.do?sku=960838

how did this sleep under the radar

[Venomspreader]

anybody seen this hmv UK are offering a steel book with pre order

http://hmv.com/hmvweb/displayProductDetails.do?sku=960838

how did this slip under the radar

[foreverflash]

anybody seen this hmv UK are offering a steel book with pre order

http://hmv.com/hmvweb/displayProductDetails.do?sku=960838

how did this slip under the radarNot me. The real kicker question is: Will this be a "Generic" steelbook like some places in Europe are getting, or will it be "exclusive" and special to HMV? I know the Aussie steelbook from EBGames is supposed to be "different" than the European one, same as Futureshop has an exclusive design too.

[Sebye]

The uninspired Future Shop Steelbook:

http://www.futureshop.ca/multimedia/Products/500x500/101/10179/10179848.jpg

Frankly, if a Steelbook isn't an official release then I could care less. Can anyone confirm whether any of the Steelbooks are official. That is, distributed as an official edition from EA, instead of from the retailer.

If you're looking to get the Future Shop Steelbook, preorders must be made before Oct. 13.

[Sebye]

This one released from EA Singapore is an official release Steelbook:

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150259939273445&set=a.10150244192868445.333522.11710643444&type=3&theater

Looks similar to all the other ones (except Future Shop's) so I'm going to say that all the ones that look like this are provided as a pre-order bonus officially from EA. Also, Future Shop's is G1.

[mosavon]

Yes thats the official steelbook, i dont like the FS version much either

[SquirrelRaper]

For $99 you can get the vault and the game. The vault is $89 by itself lol.

http://www.gamestop.com/common/images/lbox/B270823Ab.jpg

[lhurgoyf]

For $99 you can get the vault and the game. The vault is $89 by itself lol.

http://www.gamestop.com/common/images/lbox/B270823Ab.jpg

Those console mods look so incredibly bad.

[SquirrelRaper]

Those console mods look so incredibly bad.

bad as in bad ass or sucks?

[lhurgoyf]

bad as in bad ass or sucks?

As in sucks :P

[SquirrelRaper]

As in sucks :P


I think it's alright. I want to see the Uncharted one! I heard they are working on one! If you don't mind me asking...I see you're also from NC...what part?

[sleepwalker]

Somewhere in Russia ;) Non-CE though :(

http://img854.imageshack.us/img854/4558/31481010150356099974250.jpg

[gurpswoo1]

LOL - That store expecting alot of copies to be sold then.

[Biggav4000]

Somewhere in Russia ;) Non-CE though :(

http://img854.imageshack.us/img854/4558/31481010150356099974250.jpg

Not exactly exclusive is it:protest:

[Lemur]

Just collected my game with steelbook. It's G2 size for PS3 :1:

[foreverflash]

Not exactly exclusive is it:protest:I confirmed that EB Games in Australia is the ONLY retailer to provide a unique premium BOX that their steelbook and game will be packaged in together. I was able to call their customer service in Australia and an agent confirmed this for me. This makes, in my opinion, the EB Games edition more collectible since everything is sealed together.
;)

[Sebye]

I wish I had a digital camera to show off the Future Shop Steelbook. The online image does not do justice to what it looks like in reality. It's darker and has the characteristic Steelbook shine to it. DICE and EA logos printed on back and label. 3 disc G1. Inside artwork of just the illuminated city horizon. It is spectacular. Much nicer than the European Steelbook, in my opinion.

edit:

Photo (not mine):

http://tapatalk.com/mu/b8977f8c-c85d-228e.jpg

More Photos (not mine):

http://www.hidefninja.com/forums/showpost.php?p=161582&postcount=30

[Mike1888]

Thats really great to hear, I still have not got mine tho :(

[Sebye]

Thing that makes this overall awesome Steelbook less appealing is the 3 disc slots. The reasoning given by Future Shop is, a slot for BC1, BC2, and BF3. It wasn't a good choice. Modern Warfare collection makes sense. The design of the Steelbook and the nature of BC vs. BF3 just makes 3 disc slots for each of the console games inappropriate.

[Johnny]

We received one Steelbook in Portugal too, for the Worten store, ill try to check out if it's the same. And it's only for the PS3 version.

[SquirrelRaper]

I got the vault bundle in today.The packaging/box makes a nice display..it's kinda how arcade stick boxes are...with the magnetic box flaps. It's also officially licensed :p

[Gemini-Phoenix]

I opted for the HMV Limited Edition with SteelBook, and I have to say I was a little disappointed with what I received...

First of all, I had expected it to have been an all-in-one package, with the game sealed inside the SteelBook. This was not the case, and I was very surprised to receive two separate HMV boxes yesterday morning, one containing the LE copy of the game, and the other the SteelBook

Secondly, the SteelBook was not what I had expected. It was just pain black with the Battlefield 3 logo on the front, and some artwork inside. Pretty dull if you ask me, especially when I had expected the Battlefield 3 artwork to be printed on the front (similar to the Swedish MediaMarkt SteelBook)


So disappointed twice with this one. Had I known that the SteelBook was going to be separate, I would have probably just waited until it was released and bought the SteelBook on its own off eBay and then bought the game separately later on when all the hype had died down and the price drops. I'm not a fan of the Battlefield games at all, and didn't really want the game, but now I'm stuck with it.

Oh well, another lesson learnt, and one more mistake to add to the collection. I'm sure I'll recover from it soon enough and forget all about it, but it's times like this that make me wonder why I bother collecting when all I get is disappointment :(

[Molasar]

So G1 version is all nice and pretty and G2 one is dull with letters only?

[Sebye]

Gemini-Phoenix, apart from the Future Shop one, I thought all others were the bland black one you received from HMV.

Why did you get it if you're not a fan of the Battlefield games? My advice, you need to make rules for your collecting, otherwise, where's the limit? Why didn't you get the press kit? Why didn't you go to E3 to get the T-shirt? Why didn't you get the limited poster? My rule is to limit myself to striving for only the best retail edition of the game and ignore all the other flair, including pre-orders. To me, from a collector standpoint, you shouldn't fuss over it since you're not even a Battlefield fan. I still have obsessive thoughts about somehow obtaining the Australian Limited Edition. Why? As a collector AND a Battlefield fan, that was the best all in one box retail edition. Something I do to cope when I don't get what I want is tell myself that every game or collector item has a story. I recently damaged the cardboard flap cover of my DX:HR CE, not even the box, just the flap that covers the box, and I obsess over buying another. Instead, I just tell myself to learn from that mistake and have the story to tell about why it's damaged, or now, why I didn't get the Australian limited edition.

[themidlandmaster]

Gemini-Phoenix, apart from the Future Shop one, I thought all others were the bland black one you received from HMV.

Why did you get it if you're not a fan of the Battlefield games? My advice, you need to make rules for your collecting, otherwise, where's the limit? Why didn't you get the press kit? Why didn't you go to E3 to get the T-shirt? Why didn't you get the limited poster? My rule is to limit myself to striving for only the best retail edition of the game and ignore all the other flair, including pre-orders. To me, from a collector standpoint, you shouldn't fuss over it since you're not even a Battlefield fan. I still have obsessive thoughts about somehow obtaining the Australian Limited Edition. Why? As a collector AND a Battlefield fan, that was the best all in one box retail edition. Something I do to cope when I don't get what I want is tell myself that every game or collector item has a story. I recently damaged the cardboard flap cover of my DX:HR CE, not even the box, just the flap that covers the box, and I obsess over buying another. Instead, I just tell myself to learn from that mistake and have the story to tell about why it's damaged, or now, why I didn't get the Australian limited edition.
What format?

[Sebye]

What format?

Are you seducing me? Xbox 360.

[themidlandmaster]

Are you seducing me? Xbox 360.

I've got a spare, people who preordered didn't end up wanting their copies. Cost price plus postage. PM me if interested

[Mike1888]

Anyone know where this steelbook can be found? Says Gamestop but in which country?

http://forum.blu-ray.com/attachments/video-game-steelbooks/40559d1321280203-battlefield-3-gamestop-battlefront.jpg
http://forum.blu-ray.com/attachments/video-game-steelbooks/40560d1321280233-battlefield-3-gamestop-battleback.jpg

[twistedsymphony]

*** Added photos for the XBox 360 Australian Limited Edition Physical Warfare Pack, photos thanks to themidlandmaster ***