Ace Combat Assault Horizon

[Collector's Edition]

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...view this game on the homepage (http://collectorsedition.org/game-db/ace-combat-assault-horizon-day-one-limited-edition-360-pal)

[tinbin007]

Got an email from Shopto.net for open pre-orders to all the forthcoming CE/LEs and saw this listed on their website.

http://media1.shopto.net/pictures/PS3AC80/A.jpg

Full Title: Ace Combat Assault Horizon Day One Limited Edition
System: PS3/ XBOX 360
Region: PAL
Bar Code:
Release Date: 14/10/2011 (Tentative)
Release Price (RRP/MSRP): £49.99 / £36.85
Content Rating: PEGI 12
Other info (description/exclusivity/etc.):

Pre-order the limited edition for exclusive content at the same price as a standard edition.

Contents includes:
Steel Book
Video Game DVD
Video Game Soundtrack
Notebook signed by the development team
Exclusive Aircraft Digital Content

[tinbin007]

I hope they don't destroy that other wise neat looking steel book with that stupid rating and brand logo !!

[Knoell]

Is this coming to the States? These collectors editions at regular price with steel books and actual content are nice compared to other ones. I am looking at you shift 2.

[tinbin007]

It is inevitable that it will land up in US. Although official confirmation of any sorts is not yet available.

[Gemini-Phoenix]

I also just received the exact same eMail from them. I'll definitely be pre-ordering it as it's a SteelBook, and I have also found that Namco CE's tend to be incredibly limited in numbers! I would highly recommend grabbing a copy now while you still have the chance, as this could become a sought after rarity after release...

[Gemini-Phoenix]

ShopTo.net have this for £36.85...

PS3 - http://www.shopto.net/PS3/VIDEO%20GAMES/PS3AC80-Ace%20Combat%20Assault%20Horizon%20Day%20One%20Lim ited%20Edition.html

X360 - http://www.shopto.net/XBOX%20360/VIDEO%20GAMES/XB2AC70-Ace%20Combat%20Assault%20Horizon%20Day%20One%20Lim ited%20Edition.html


GAME also have this edition on their website for a whopping £59.99!

PS3 - http://www.game.co.uk/Games/PlayStation-3/Simulation-Flight/Ace-Combat-Assault-Horizon-Collectors-Edition-/~r354904/

X360 - http://www.game.co.uk/Games/Xbox-360/Simulation-Flight/Ace-Combat-Assault-Horizon-Collectors-Edition-/~r354905/


From what I can tell, both show the same SteelBook and extras, but for some unknown reason the GAME price is almost double the ShopTo price...

Definitely going to contact them about this and request a price match, as this is ridiculous!

[john385]

Definitely going to contact them about this and request a price match, as this is ridiculous!

good luck with that. #YouWillFail

[gurpswoo1]

Twitter here I come, that price is ridiculous.

[Gemini-Phoenix]

Twitter here I come, that price is ridiculous.

Agreed. Especially when ShopTo quote the original RRP as only £49.99 in the first place...

:scratch:

Unless the version GAME are selling is a different CE altogether, although from the details provided it's the exact same edition as the one ShopTo are selling. I am assuming that the GAME pre-order price is a palceholder and due an adjustment, but still worth pointing it out to them all the same.

If it's a different CE which includes the SteelBook, then they should at least alter their listing to reflect this, as well as add new information to differenciate it from the lesser edition - They need to be checking the details on this one, as a difference of £23 between retailers for a pre-order is clearly not right!

[Gemini-Phoenix]

Despite the £59.99 price, I pre-ordered at GAME hoping it was just a placeholder price. As it turns out, it was, and they have since sent me an eMail informing me that the price has been lowered to a much more reasonable £39.99!

We are delighted to inform you that we have been able to reduce the selling price of Ace Combat: Assault Horizon Limited Edition to 39.99 GBP

So it seems Twitter does have its uses sometimes ;)

[evilvort3x]

ive got alot of game credit i may order from them then and if it turns up dented return for free :D

[Mike1888]

Pre-ordered this at Zavvi :)

Looks nice.

[Gemini-Phoenix]

Pre-ordered this at Zavvi :)

Looks nice.

It probably won't arrive looking nice if you ordered it from Zavvi... :roll:

You had better prey it's packed properly :beg:

[Mike1888]

It probably won't arrive looking nice if you ordered it from Zavvi... :roll:

You had better prey it's packed properly :beg:

I've ordered from Zavvi a lot, everything has always arrived in pristine condition.

Have you had issues?

[gurpswoo1]

Buyers in the UK will rate Zavvi one of the worst in terms of packaging. The trouble is, the postal service here is terrible and there packaging methods are very poor.

[Gemini-Phoenix]

The trouble is, the postal service here is terrible

I wouldn't put it quite like that. It's not perfect, granted, but it's still one of (if not THE) best postal services in the world. Obviously the more you buy, the more likely you are to experience problems with Royal Mail. But for the most part, they're Ok. Unlike places like Italy...

However:

and there packaging methods are very poor.

This doesn't help matters, and a postal service is only as good or bad as the items they are transporting. Some companies don't seem to understand the importance of protecting items during transit. Most people are quick to blame Royal Mail for bashing them around, but half the blame should go to the companies who ship delicate items in sub-standard inadequate packaging. Ie, cardboard case CE's in double-sided bubblewrap, rather than a sturdy box with approriate padding inside

[gurpswoo1]

Ok I should rephrase that, The postal service in my area is very bad. But in the end it's the packaging they use that gives the biggest problems. A Jiffi bag for everything will not do, it's not always the case, but by and large it what they do. But zavvi are nothing compared to play.

[MrBubbles]

I love the steelbook!

[Atter]

Content changed, and there is no Steelbook. :rant:

http://www.gamereactor.eu/media/14/acecombatlimited_251474.jpg


Namco Bandai has sent out a correction to its previous press release - the Limited Edition will be packaged in a folded box rather than steel tin.


Gamereactor (http://www.gamereactor.eu/news/8107/Ace+Combat+gets+Limited+Edition/)
Official site (http://acecombatassaulthorizon.namcobandaigames.eu/section/pre-order/)

[gurpswoo1]

Namco Bandai has sent out a correction to its previous press release - the Limited Edition will be packaged in a folded box rather than steel tin.

Noooooooooooo.

It's disappointing but still the same price as the standard version so still good value for money.

I guessing alot of people will be cancelling their order pre-order.

[Ryaku]

It seems that only in France and Switzerland have steelbook :D

(news in French)

http://www.ps3gen.fr/ace-combat-assault-horizon-pre-order-pre-commande-edition-limitee-collector-contenu-detail-avion-f-4e-phantom-ii-actualite-19671.html

Regarding content, the game will be inserted with its soundtrack in a
exclusive metal case

[gurpswoo1]

Something is not right here:

The Offical website states that Europe will get the same edition, there is no differences.

[Atter]

It seems that only in France and Switzerland have steelbook :D

(news in French)

http://www.ps3gen.fr/ace-combat-assault-horizon-pre-order-pre-commande-edition-limitee-collector-contenu-detail-avion-f-4e-phantom-ii-actualite-19671.html

If you check the Gamereactor link, they updated their news:
UPDATE: Namco Bandai has sent out a correction to its previous press release - the Limited Edition will be packaged in a folded box rather than steel tin.
So no Steelbook anymore.

[Ryaku]

For France it's indicated "Boite exclusive" (Exclusive Box) contrary all country indicated (Folded Box)

http://acecombatassaulthorizon.namcobandaigames.eu/fr/section-fr/commander/

and all French video games website have make news today for steelbook in France.

Wait & See....

[Matrix6]

A Helicopter Edition for Ace Combat: Assault Horizon has been leaked but not officially announced yet!
http://www.mondoxbox.com/en/news/28918/an-helicopter-edition-for-ace-combat-assault-horizon.html

Ace Combat: Assault Horizon Helicopter Edition will contain:


Ace Combat Assault Horizon video game
25 cm remote-controller helicopter for indoor and outdoor use: official reproduction of the Black Hawk
Helicopter rechargeable battery
Remote control working with 8 AA batteries (not included), capable of recharging the helicopter too.
Pen
Keychain

It won't be cheap @ 189.90 Euros.

[Ryaku]

Mouah ah ah !

i hope it's will be release in France, because in this time, just pre order for Italy

http://www.gamestop.it/34092_PS3_Ace_Combat_Assault_Horizon_Helicopter_Ed ition.aspx

if it will be only release in Italy, i will have it !

[evilvort3x]

cancelled from me then ..... :(

[Biggav4000]

Me too :mad:

[Mike1888]

Here is an updated pic http://thehut.pantherssl.com/design-assets/products/10452001/ace1.jpg

BUT, as Ryaku said, all the french retailers (Amazon.fr, Micromania, Game.fr) all still have it listed as Pack Metal. Does that mean steelbook? Or Metal Pak?

[Matrix6]

http://www.jbhifi.com.au/games/ace-combat-assault-horizon/
JB with bonus T-shirt (Size L most likely)

[Gemini-Phoenix]

cancelled from me then ..... :(

Me too :mad:

Same here. Not interested in this anymore if it's not going to be a SteelBook.

:suicide:

[Matrix6]

http://www.ebgames.com.au/search?title=Ace+Combat%3a+Assault+Horizon+Limited +Edition
With Bonus AC Aviator Sunglasses to look cool :D

I think I'll get it when it's in the bargain bin price :)

[RyuShinEX]

take not there will not be any steelbook.

[Ryaku]

Still announced with metal case in France, normally i'll have it tomorrow, if metal case, i'll post pics here :)

[gurpswoo1]

**Updated the description for PS3 Limited Edition no Steelbook**
**Updated the description for Xbox 360 Limited Edition no Steelbook**
** Added Italian Helicopter Edition PS3**
** Added Italian Helicopter Edition Xbox 360**

Thanks to lbp for the heads up

http://i1025.photobucket.com/albums/y319/gattone83/Game1968Calcio/Immag7553.jpg

http://i1025.photobucket.com/albums/y319/gattone83/Game1968Calcio/Immag7554.jpg

http://www.mondoxbox.com/images/shots/74/74873.jpg

http://www.mondoxbox.com/images/shots/74/74874.jpg

[Twisted]

Do we have any Italian friends or whomever who can verify this is not some helicoptor model that can be easily found in the mass market, such as toys r us or amazon by itself and it is just bundled here with maybe a stick on decal endorsing the game?..then the collectors package is not really worth it all..nor will it appreciate in the coming years,..however, if this is the ONLY way to get this helicoptor (i highly doubt it) then this will be sought after in later years i would think..if we can find out who makes the chopper, we will know if it is a quality piece worth the asking price, and if really is a limited run.

[SquirrelRaper]

Do we have any Italian friends or whomever who can verify this is not some helicoptor model that can be easily found in the mass market, such as toys r us or amazon by itself and it is just bundled here with maybe a stick on decal endorsing the game?..then the collectors package is not really worth it all..nor will it appreciate in the coming years,..however, if this is the ONLY way to get this helicoptor (i highly doubt it) then this will be sought after in later years i would think..if we can find out who makes the chopper, we will know if it is a quality piece worth the asking price, and if really is a limited run.


Did some searching and found it on amazon and it's cheaper than gamestop. :D

https://www.amazon.it/Ace-Combat-Assault-Horizon-Helicopter/dp/B005PXCBFO/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1318393998&sr=8-9

[Twisted]

Thank U for pointing that out SquirrelRaper..this one seems is headed for 99.99 Euros, i would say right after thanksgiving..then i'll pick one up for sure!!!..unless they dont deliver to the United States ;)

[SquirrelRaper]

Thank U for pointing that out SquirrelRaper..this one seems is headed for 99.99 Euros, i would say right after thanksgiving..then i'll pick one up for sure!!!..unless they dont deliver to the United States ;)

Nope, but Im sure someone could help us out. I think Im going to wait and see how it goes too.

[RyuShinEX]

Still announced with metal case in France, normally i'll have it tomorrow, if metal case, i'll post pics here :)

alright then...

btw, have you received my pm?

[Ryaku]

no metal case in France...... Folded Box.... i'm waiting tomorrow... maybe steelbook ....

[Biggav4000]

Thanks ryaku keep us posted :thumb:

[ChrissyCooza1]

So I just got Ace Combat through the mail and no steelbook im afraid
which is a total downer the foldout box is pretty crap and on the subject of crap the signed notebook is utter shi-ite it is totally blank lined pages and the only "signature" is a scribble on the back of the book which reads "Project Aces" (then some Japanese symbols)

sooo is there an actual steelbook for this or did absolutely everyone get bumped with a foldout?

[gurpswoo1]

All of them are supposed to be the new foldout box and not the steelbook.

[Gemini-Phoenix]

So I cancelled my order a few weeks ago, but then spotted the LE in my local Tesco as I was doing my shopping, and decided to buy it on impulse. Go figure! Obviously a clear sign of addiction and compulsive behaviour!

[gurpswoo1]

addiction and compulsive behaviour!

LOL - atleast you know the condition you are getting it in, there has been reports of unhappy customer getting their copy from places like shopto, play,etc that have been sent in a jiffy bag and arriving crushed.

Has anyone ordered a copy from an internet store and got it in mint condition