A few weeks ago, I gushed over the upcoming collector’s edition of Fable III. The packaging is wonderful, the bonus items are relevant, entertaining, and a great way to connect the physical world with the game world. I wouldn’t say no to more things being thrown in, but I also wouldn’t say no to dropping $79.99 on it either. News has hit today of another big collector’s edition coming up this year. Specifically, for Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II.
The collector’s edition for Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II, like that for Fable III, will cost $79.99. It does not, however, live up to that price point the way the Fable III collector’s edition does. Let’s go over the details of what’s included, shall we? The game comes in a “Premium Collectible Steelbook,” a growing trend for DVDs and games. Exclusive in-game content is included, such as three challenge mode levels, character skins, and a lightsaber crystal. A 2GB USB Flash Drive designed by Mimobot contains this bonus content, as well as a digital art book with game art. To me, the lack of physical items (other than a USB drive) like those included with Fable III’s collector’s edition makes this a collector’s edition I’ll most likely pass on.
There is one more thing before I bring this to a close, though. Is it just me, or does that Starkiller USB drive look strangely familiar?
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Uncanny!
-[insert GO WATCH HOUSE PARTY here]
