Guilty Gear Accent Core Plus Collectors Edition Pre-orders open

[gurpswoo1]

Guilty Gear Accent Core Plus is headed to Europe, courtesy of Zen United, and they?re giving it a grand treatment on all three platforms (Wii, PlayStation 2, PSP) in the form of a collector?s edition.

Here?s what the collector?s edition will include:


A choice between Guilty Gear: 10th Memorial Artbook or the limited edition,Guilty Gear: Lost Archives art book, exclusive to this collection.

Limited Edition Antique Silver Guilty Gear keychain.

Guilty Gear Accent Core Plus Official Soundtrack.

Guilty Gear Accent Core Plus T-Shirt.

Packaged inside a beautiful presentation box

Additionally, each collector?s edition comes with 1 of 200 limited edition Giclee prints of Guilty Gear?s A.B.A, numbered and printed on Hahnmemuhle paper.



You can grab the collector?s edition from Zen United?s online store (http://store.blazbluegame.com/guilty-gear-xx-accent-core-plus--collectors-edition-386-p.asp). Pre-orders are open and they ship internationally if you?re keen on importing. The game releases on May 6th.

Database entry: Here (http://collectorsedition.org/game-db/guilty-gear-accent-core-plus-collectors-edition-wii-pal)

A big thanks to Mandingo for finding the info

http://collectorsedition.org/uploads/2011/04/guilty-gear-xx-accent-core-plus-collectors-edition-386-p-540x300.jpg (http://store.blazbluegame.com/guilty-gear-xx-accent-core-plus--collectors-edition-386-p.asp)... View this article on the HomePage. (http://collectorsedition.org/4966/guilty-gear-accent-core-plus-collectors-edition-pre-orders-open)

[Mike1888]

Would LOVE to have this, but shipping is $70 to U.S. & Canada so...Pass :(

[gurpswoo1]

It's $35 to ship to the UK, it must seriously heavy or they are using an expensive courier.

[scourdx]

It's $35 to ship to the UK, it must seriously heavy or they are using an expensive courier.

Yea no doubt. I'll wait. Seems like they still have left over Blazblu Continuum shift CE at discount price.

[Skoolstah]

Preordered. Considering how fast the CE of Hyperdimension Neptunia sold out and that GGXX^+ is only limited to 200 copies, I doubt it'll be much left of them in the long run.

The A.B.A. prints seem to be sold for ridiculous amounts in Japan:
http://www.neoempire.com/?p=7909

[Gemini-Phoenix]

Firstly, I'm not sure I like this "Choice" between artwork books. Surely any collector would want both? This effectively means there will be six different combinations in total, and also means that any true collector or fan would have to buy duplicate copies of the same game to obtain both artwork books...

Secondly, I got burnt last time with Zen's BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Fan Edition CE which was just a bunch of merch bundled inside a brown shipping box. This makes me slightly wary of ordering from them again... However, they do state that it will all be packaged within a beautiful presentation box

Thirdly, delivery is £20 to the UK, but I guess the 10th Memorial Book is a massive hardback coffee table book which weighs a ton! Still, that makes this edition £100, and for that kind of money I would expect to have both artwork books!

Sub Total:£66.66

Delivery:£20.00

Vat @ 20%:£17.33

Total:£103.99


Ideally i'd want to obtain one of each for all three consoles, as I collect for Wii, PS2, and PSP, but at £66.66 (EDIT: Actually £79.99 with VAT, plus they charge VAT on the delivery charge as well!) each I don't think that is going to be a possibility - Especially seeing as how it will be a tough choice between one of the artwork books or the other... I am guessing that you could obtain both if buying two of the above, and teh only difference in the contents is the actual game included

[Gemini-Phoenix]

Obviously there are only going to be 200 of these on offer. So what's the general census on this? What format is everybody going for, and which of the two books? I guess T Shirt size is dependant on the size of the collector, but would either of the books be more sought after than the other?

The games can be obtained easily on their own at a later date, so I doubt very much that it matters which is ordered at the checkout (Personal preference I guess), but I suspect the important decision here is which book you order...

I suppose to get everything you would have to order a minimum of two copies, and then buy the third format separately at a later date


I am also thinking that this could even be the very last PS2 CE we see, so would a PS2 version be more in demand than the Wii or PSP versions?

[gurpswoo1]

I personally went for the Wii version, I can't imagine there would be more copies of that compared to the PSP and maybe even PS2. Also I can simple purchase the other games afterwards.

As the Art book, I went for the limited Edition Art book. but the 10th Memorial Artbook in Japan is somewhat rare and expensive. How rare the other Art book is, is anyone guess.

[Skoolstah]

I went with the Wii version and the 10th Memorial Artbook, mainly because upscaling a PS2 game on a PS3 isn't really that great compared to hooking up a Wii via component, or at least that's my opinion. Considering that BlazBlue sucked on the PSP and other GG haven't transferred that well over to the PSP, I remain unconvinced that this one will be any better. Zen United also released GGXX^+ on the PS2 in Europe last year, on a sidenote.

Edit: Oh, and I went for the 10th Memorial Artbook mainly from the looks of the ad. The limited edition artbook looks kinda thin and flimsy, but that might not be the case IRL.

[Gemini-Phoenix]

Edit: Oh, and I went for the 10th Memorial Artbook mainly from the looks of the ad. The limited edition artbook looks kinda thin and flimsy, but that might not be the case IRL.

That was my reasoning for choosing the 10th Memorial book, as it appeared to be a thick hardback oppoed to a flimsy paperback (Like many player's guides), based solely on the promotional picture

I chose the PS2 version of the game as I suspect that there may be fewer PS2 copies circulated than PSP or Wii, due to the PS2 nearing the end of its life and very few new PS2 games being released these days. Saying that, the PSP is almost nearing the end of its life cycle and due to be replaced by the NGP by the end of the year, so maybe fewer copies of the PSP version will be circulated

Out of the three, I am certain the Wii version will be the easiest to locate on eBay as a sole game than the other two for a while after release. I wish my funds could stretch to buying two or more of these, but alas I have to save some for other CE's due out in the next month or so


I'm surprised that no-one has been an arsehole and decided to purchase a bulk load with the intention of doubling their money on eBay after these sets become OOP. I am even more surprised that Kotaku haven't picked up on this yet either, as I am sure they will soon disappear as soon as it appears on there...

[scourdx]

Funny you can buy Guilty Gear 10th Memorial Book for $38.

Source (http://www.animebooks.com/guge10mebo.html)

If anyone placed an order, they should get the other book.

[gurpswoo1]

Nice find, too bad they don't ship to the uk. $40 for a book, wonder if it comes sealed

[Gemini-Phoenix]

I think this deserves a news post on the main page, seeing as how the game is coming out very soon. May as well make the most of something which is trending whilst it's still current, and would help attract site views and new visitors ;)

[gurpswoo1]

I believe It's already on the news post, forth one down. unless you mean making another a new one.

[Gemini-Phoenix]

I believe It's already on the news post, forth one down. unless you mean making another a new one.

Seems I posted this in two threads by mistake. It was meant for the Sniper: Ghost Warrior thread. Not sure how it ended up being duplicated here. My mistake. Ignore my post above, as it is clearly already on the main page

[Gemini-Phoenix]

Here you go guys! Here's my photo's of this CE!

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I can confirm a couple of things:

The LE number is casually written on the bottom right-hand edge, which denotes the number of the set out of 200

The CD soundtrack comes in a slimline jewel case

The 10th Memorial Book is paperback. The book itself has a greyscale cover, and comes with a colour dust cover over the top of it. Over this is a removable banner. The book is also entirely in Japanese from what I can tell from a quick glance

The Giclee print is very good quality, and close-up it looks amazing! Photo's cannot show exactly how nice it is in person, and the artwork is fantastic!

The outer box itself is very sturdy, although does seem to be prone to picking up fingerprints. The contents inside are wrapped in black tissue paper, as you can see in some of the pictures above

[Xtincthed]

hmm.. after seeing your pics gemini i'm definately wanting the PS2 version..

but still 130 euro for a damn PS2 le..

[Biggav4000]

Looks real nice,so i have gone ahead and purchased one PS2,have gone for the limited edition artbook.:ok:

[gurpswoo1]

Got mine today as well, again another post office collect, number 79. So happy I got this one.

[Gemini-Phoenix]

For me, the print is what makes it worthwhile! Amazing artwork previously unseen, and great quality too!

I wouldn't be surprised if this CE goes up in value over the years, although I guess everyone's is unique due to different contents.

[Skoolstah]

So, did anyone get the Lost Archives artbook?

Mine was #81. ^^

[gurpswoo1]

I did, got #79. Glad I chose the Limited edition book now, the other one is no where near in demand at all.

[Gemini-Phoenix]

limited edition Guilty Gear: Lost Archives art book, exclusive to this collection.

That'll teach me to reach the description a little more carefully in future :(

I went solely on the images, and the 10th Memorial Book appeared to be a hardcover (which it isn't), therefore that's why I chose that book over the other. Personally, I can't see why this set couldn't have included both books for the price, especially when the price paid was almost £40 more than the initial price quoted on the site...

[gurpswoo1]

:rotf: We have all been there.

I will try to order the hard cover book from the site scourdx recommended.

[lhurgoyf]

It appears my copy has been sitting in a DHL shipping facility for over a week and hasn't even gotten across the ocean. Not real impressed.

[Gemini-Phoenix]

Tempted to buy a second one just to obtain the other book and a different copy of the game (would probably opt for the Wii version this time)

I'm actually quite impressed with this set, and I wouldn't mind owning another just for investment sake. A shame that there wasn't an option to add the second book for an additional price - I only want the other book and a different copy of the game, so the rest feels irrelevant, although the print is definitely worth buying another copy!

[gurpswoo1]

Totally agree, the rare print is is worth getting, just hate those postage fees.

[lhurgoyf]

Mine finally showed up, #92. I was apprehensive at first because of the shipping costs, but this turned out to be pretty nice.

[gurpswoo1]

Congrats on the additions, which version did you get?

[tallkid123]

I'm interested. But its gonna cost $200 AUS to send here to Sydney and I just recently spent a fair bit on a new xbox 360 slim.

I'm under the impression these won't be sold out anytime soon right?

[Gemini-Phoenix]

I'm under the impression these won't be sold out anytime soon right?

Well, they were limited to only 200, and more than half have gone already. I would probably guess there are about a quarter of them left by now, so you had better get in there quick if you're interested!

It may seem like a lot of money now, but they're only going to cost more on eBay once they've all been sold...!

[lhurgoyf]

I ended up getting the PSP version with the 10th memorial book. A little bit of buyer's remorse like gemini on the book... but I still think it is a great edition.

[gurpswoo1]

Does anyone know about the Limited editions that are coming out next week at zavvi?

http://www.zavvi.com/games/elysium.search?searchFilters=R2FtZXMjZGVwYXJ0bWVud DpnYW1lcyoh&search=+Guilty+Gear+Accent+XX+Core+Plus+Limited+Ed ition

[Gemini-Phoenix]

Does anyone know about the Limited editions that are coming out next week at zavvi?

http://www.zavvi.com/games/elysium.search?searchFilters=R2FtZXMjZGVwYXJ0bWVud DpnYW1lcyoh&search=+Guilty+Gear+Accent+XX+Core+Plus+Limited+Ed ition

No, but they only seem to have the Wii and PSP versions, priced at £39.99 and £29.99 respectfully. Considering the standard edition of the game is being sold for bargain prices elsewhere, this is almost double the price

I also find it strange that everywhere seems to have it listed as a May 20th release date, despite the fact that we have all received ours early. Anyone know what the deal with that is? Did it get released two weeks earlier in some parts of Europe, or have Zen United just done us a special favour by sending our CE's out early?

[gurpswoo1]

The price difference doesn't seem to make sense to me either.

I was told somewhere that it may come with a metal keyring. the same as the collector's edition.

We have to wait and see.

On the early release, yeah we got it early for some reason. Either way I'm happy.

[Gemini-Phoenix]

Well we might have to eMail Zavvi for confirmation, or else wait for someone to take the plunge and buy a copy from them and report back

[silverfuze]

I think they messed up the release date somewhere, becuase I have seen plenty of copies on ebay already, mostly ps2, which says to me, they had an earlier release date that than the Wii and PSP one, but then again, that is strange, so maybe not.

Can anyone tell me how fast Zen United, Pack and Despatch orders for these once placed, also what delivery method is used, hopefully some premium one since they charged £20 for UK delivery, when they are based in the UK, which seems way too excessive.

edit: I also emailed Zavvi about their Limited Editions, 2 days later, no reply.

[gurpswoo1]

2-3 days from dispatch max. Price is crazy for a UK based company though.

LEt us know if zavvi reply back.

[Biggav4000]

Just to let you all know there are no more limited edition artbooks left only the 10th memorial as i have just ordered a wii version and had to opt for 10th memorial artbook,if anybody wants one of these i suggest you be quick as there can't be many left now. :ok:

[silverfuze]

Hmm...the Limited edition Lost Archives, sold out much quicker than the 10th memorial, it's also the one I ordered, however I don't know when they have dispatched it, i just know i ordered mine last saturday, they took the money and thats it really, i have no idea when it will arrive. also;

"There is only 54 of Guilty Gear XX Accent Core Plus : Collectors Edition - 10th Memorial Book in stock "

edit: zavvi has changed their product page for the limited edition version, it is now £24.85 and confirms to have a metal keyring, most likely the ones with these sets, i don't know if its a normal game with the key ring added or if it has unique sealed packaging, however i am not sure if these are limited or not, i would prefer to see an actual picture of one before i buy, here is the link again (for the wii, psp is the same price)...

http://www.zavvi.com/games/platforms/nintendo-wii/guilty-gear-accent-xx-core-plus-limited-edition/10457859.html

[gurpswoo1]

Based on a passed zavvi exclusive (vanquish), I would say it's an add on and not a special package.

For the Zen uited version, they take 24hr to process and dispatch to the UK, then a further 2-3 days max to deliver.

I guess I was right to order the Limited Edition book.

[Gemini-Phoenix]

I think they messed up the release date somewhere, becuase I have seen plenty of copies on ebay already, mostly ps2, which says to me, they had an earlier release date that than the Wii and PSP one, but then again, that is strange, so maybe not.

Wikipedia says that the PAL PS2 version was released back in December, which would explain why PS2 copies were already available at least a week before we received ours

Did anyone who ordered the PSP or Wii CE's get theirs early?

[gurpswoo1]

Yeah I got my Wii version early