Lego has released its most expensive set ever, a detailed $1,000 Death Star measuring over two feet tall and wide, designed for adult collectors with intricate scenes from Star Wars, reflecting Lego's successful strategy of targeting nostalgic adults and high-end collectors.
Leaked Amazon listings reveal that the upcoming James Bond game 007 First Light will have a standard price of $70 and a $300 collector's edition, with the game set for release in 2026 across multiple platforms. The leaks come ahead of the PlayStation State of Play event, and the collector's edition's contents are yet unknown. Industry trends suggest a potential shift towards higher game prices, but most companies still stick with $70 for now.
The $200 Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater Collector’s Edition has disappointed fans due to broken packaging and a poorly made Snake figurine, although the game itself is highly praised. Fans are advised to consider importing the EU/Asia version for better quality collectibles, but the remake remains a standout experience.
The $200 Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater collector's edition, featuring a diorama with a poorly resembling Snake figurine, has been criticized for its low quality, leading fans to recommend sticking with the standard $70 version of the game.
The Metal Gear Solid Delta collector’s edition has received criticism for its cheap-looking diorama and poor quality compared to the more detailed and appealing Japanese and European versions, leading fans to seek out the latter for a better display piece.
Nicktoons & the Dice of Destiny, a cooperative action RPG featuring Nickelodeon characters, is launching on September 30 for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC, with various editions including a collector's version that offers exclusive content and collectibles.
The pricey $250 Ghost of Yotei PS5 Collector's Edition, targeted at hardcore fans, includes limited physical items like a Ghost Mask replica and a Tsuba sword guard, along with digital extras such as armor and maps, but only offers a digital game version and no early access. Pre-orders come with additional avatars and in-game masks.
The highly anticipated Final Fantasy crossover set for Magic: The Gathering has launched, with major retailers like Amazon and HMV restocking sold-out products including booster boxes, Commander decks, and Collector's Editions, offering fans new ways to enjoy and expand their collections.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is releasing a collector’s edition with exclusive content and a digital deluxe edition featuring Sonic Prime characters, with initial release on Nintendo Switch and an upgrade path for Switch 2 planned, along with pre-order bonuses and early access options.
The highly anticipated game "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle" is set to release on December 9 for Xbox Series X|S and PC, with Premium and Collector's Editions available on December 6. The Collector's Edition, previously exclusive to Walmart, is now available for preorder on Amazon. It includes exclusive physical collectibles and digital content. The game will also be accessible on day one for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers, with preorder bonuses like The Last Crusade DLC Pack.
Bandai Namco promotes the Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Collector's Edition by encouraging fans to "treat themselves to 18 inches of Messmer the Impaler," sparking memes reminiscent of previous marketing tactics used for Marvel's Spider-Man 2 and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. The tweet's wording has caught fans off guard, leading to a mix of reactions. The Collector's Edition includes a character statue and is likely being promoted to boost sales ahead of the DLC release.
Final Fantasy XIV's fifth expansion, Dawntrail, is set to launch on July 2, featuring a new tropical island setting, two playable classes, and a raised level cap. The game will also introduce a collector's edition with physical and digital versions, each containing exclusive in-game items and physical collectibles. Pre-orders for the standard and collector's editions begin on March 26, with bonus in-game items available at select retailers.
Bungie has distributed Destiny 2 The Final Shape Collector’s Editions to creators and fans, containing four emblem codes that can be redeemed by anyone. The exclusive Gateway emblem is only available in the Collector’s Edition. The bundle includes various items such as a Tower replica, figurines, soundtrack, and more. The Tower replica may hint at changes in the game, and the package also contains lore books and journals.
The Walt Disney Company has announced the release of Collector’s Editions for Marvel Studios' The Falcon and The Winter Soldier and Moon Knight on 4K UHD and Blu-ray, featuring exclusive art and new bonus features. The special releases will include Steelbook packaging, concept art cards, and never-before-seen bonus content, and will be available for pre-order from March 12, 2024. The Falcon and The Winter Soldier's bonus features include a featurette on Captain America's shield, a gag reel, deleted scenes, and a documentary, while Moon Knight's bonus features include a featurette on Egyptology, a documentary, deleted scenes, and a gag reel.
FromSoftware's highly anticipated Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC expansion for the open-world action RPG is set to release on June 21, with pre-orders now available for the Collector's Edition priced at $249 in the U.S. and £224 in the U.K. The Collector's Edition includes a statue of Mesmer the Impaler, and the DLC can be purchased separately for $39 or in a bundle with the base game for $79. Additionally, there's a Premium Edition for $49 and a Deluxe Edition for $99, each offering different digital and physical bonuses.