PerpetualHeaven Posted January 14, 2008 Share Posted January 14, 2008 (edited) ...and the list goes on and on. Alright, so we're trying to compile a list of all the Collector's, Limited, Premium, and Special Edition games and strategy guides. I'll also be adding the Platinum Hits, Gold editions, and Game of the Year editions ONLY if they have extra or bonus content that the original version doesn't. I can't seem to track them all down. I love collecting these and I'm sure others do as well. So this will be a nice referral for most. Please make sure to do your research first. I have not listed if certain components or editions are region exclusives. If you know of one that isn't on the list please let us know! Only include basic information. Art Book, Bonus DVD, Soundtrack, Tin, etc. ***Note: Content can vary from region to region. Updated List: 02/06/09 Collectors, Limited, Premium, Special Editions + Bundles A Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation Flightstick Ace Combat Faceplate Alone In The Dark - Amazon (U.K. Only) Artbook Steelbook Tin Alone In The Dark - GAME Exclusive Making of DVD CD Audio Soundtrack Artbook Figurine Special Box Alone in the Dark: Soundtrack Edition Includes Music from the game Different Cover Art Assassin's Creed Altair Figurine Bonus DVD Mini Strategy Guide Tin Assassin's Creed 4 Art cards Tin Assassin's Creed: Limited Edition Bundle Guide by Prima Strategy Guide 160+ Page Art Book Poster Best Buy Exclusive includes a Lithograph B Battlefield: Bad Company Gold Edition Multiplayer Strategy Video Behind the Scenes Video Early access to five unique weapons (AN94, MG3, XM8C, VSS Vintores and SPAS-15) Battlefield: Bad Company - HMV Exclusive (U.K. and Australia Only) DVD Exclusive In Game Content Gold Tin Bioshock Bonus DVD Big Daddy Figurine Soundtrack CD Tin Bourne Conspiracy - Gamestation Exclusive (U.K. Only) Concept Art Booklet Pen with un-lockable weapon codes Tin Bourne Conspiracy - HMV Exclusive (U.K. Only) Audio CD with Exclusive Oakenfield Tracks DVD Brother's in Arms: Hell's Highway Premium and Unique Box Authentic SGT. Matt Baker Action Figure: 6 fully articulated collectible action figure with 13 accessories Brothers in Arms Comic Book Poster Map C Call of Duty 2: Game of the Year Edition Bonus DVD New Multiplayer Maps Call of Duty 3: Gold Edition Bonus DVD New Multiplayer Maps Call of Duty 4 Hardcover Art Book Bonus DVD Poster Call of Duty 4: Game of the Year Edition New Multiplayer Maps Call of Duty: World at War - Gold Edition Call of Duty: World at War - Limited Collector's Edition Day 1 Edge: Dominate your online rivals and rank up faster with the instantly available FG 42 Machine Gun exclusive only for the Limited Collector's Edition Double Experience: Take advantage of a week's worth of double-experience gameplay in multiplayer mode and accelerate your advancement. Note: This is a limited time offer only available with the Limited Collector's Edition. The exact date for the week of double experience will be announced on CallOfDuty.com. Register online to receive confirmation of date, time, and other key information Authentic eight-ounce, brushed stainless steel, Call of Duty branded canteen. Not intended for drinking Metal tin, with Call of Duty inspired artwork, that is perfect for storing multiple games and cases Cliver Barker's Jericho Art Book Tin D DEAD RISING (U.K. Only) Map Tin Devil May Cry 4 100 of the Collector's Editions will have a signed Tin case, VERY limited. Bonus DVD Devil May Cry Animated Series Volume 1 Tin Disney's High School Musical 3: Senior Year Dance Mat E Enchanted Arms Graphical Novel Special Slip Cover F Fable 2 Bonus DVD with "Making of" Video Bonus In-Game Content: "The Hall of the Dead" Dungeon, "The Wreckager" Legendary Cutlass Weapon, and Spartan Armor and Energy Sword Fable 2: Limited Edition Guide by BradyGames (Leather Bound) Fallout 3 Artbook The Making of Fallout 3 Vault Boy Bobblehead Vault Tec Lunch Box to package everything in Fallout 3: Collector's Edition Guide by Prima (Paperback) Hardcover Edition Character Creation Content: Full specs on all skills and perks so your post-apocalyptic avatar can survive and thrive Combat Tactics: Training on the V.A.T.S. targeting mechanics to help you prevail in any encounter Maps: Learn how to navigate every area in the game Moral Compass choices revealed: Villain or virtuous? Reveals which road to follow for your chosen path Bonus Material: Over two dozen pages of bonus content not available in the regular guide Giant Map Poster: A labeled map of the Wasteland Far Cry 2 Wooden Box T-Shirt Artbook Map Making of DVD Final Fantasy XI Online: The Vana' diel Collection 2008 Free Subscription for 30 days Includes Four Expansion Packs with Original Game Forza 2 (3) Exclusive Cars Art Book Tin Forza 2: The Complete Collection (Platinum Hits) Bonus Disc Includes All DLC Cars and Tracks Frontlines: Fuel of War Art Book Soundtrack CD T-Shirt Poster G Gears of War Art Book Bonus DVD Tin Gears of War (2 Disc Edition) Map Packs 1 and 2 Emergence Day Theme Gears of War and Emergency Day Gamer Pictures Gears of War: Limited Edition Guide by BradyGames Complete Walkthrough of the entire Game In-depth Listing of Available Weapons, Items and Equipment Expert Boss Strategies Exclusive Artwork Gears of War 2 Collectible Steelbook DVD Case 48 page Beneath the Surface: An Inside Look at Gears of War 2 Book Picture of Dom and his Wife Bonus DVD Online Gameplay includes a Gold-plated Lancer Assault Rifle Gears of War 2: Limited Edition Guide Grand Theft Auto 4 Art Book Soundtrack CD Keychain/Keys Lockable Deposit Box Duffel Bag Guitar Hero: Aerosmith Special Edition Aerosmith Les Paul Faceplate Guitar Hero: World Tour - Band Kit Drum Set Microphone Guitar H Halo 3: Legendary Edition Art Book Bonus DVD Game Stand Replica Master Chief Helmet Halo 3: Limited Edition Art Book Bonus DVD Poster Tin Halo Wars: Limited Edition Mythic Map Pack with three new Halo 3 multiplayer maps: Assembly, Orbital, and Sandbox Graphic Novel - Halo Wars: Genesis Access to the Covenant Honor Guard Wraith in-game vehicle Six Leader Cards representing Leaders' with access to elite skills A Spirit of Fire Patch for identifying yourself as a real crew member I Iron Man - GAME Exclusive Steelbook J James Bond 007: Quantum of Solace Metallic 007 Case Bonus DVD John Woo's Stranglehold Bonus DVD Tin (GAME Exclusive [u.K. Only]) Edited February 6, 2009 by Jdm Adding Halo Wars, CoD: WaW, 007 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impulse Posted January 14, 2008 Share Posted January 14, 2008 (edited) K Kane and Lynch: Dead Men (4) Art Cards Soundtrack CD Slip/Fold out case L Lost Planet Art Book Exclusive Multiplayer Map Soundtrack CD Tin Lost Planet: Colonies Edition (Platinum Hits) New Modes for Single Player Campaign - Score Attack, Trial Battle Mode, and Off Limit Mode. New Online Modes - Akrid Hunter, VS Annihilator, CounterGrab, Point Snatcher, Akrid Egg Battle, and Egg Bandit Four New Multiplayer Maps - Crossfire City, Area 921, Lost Arena, and Assault Space. New Playable Characters - Two female and two robot characters are added to the roster New Weapons (human) - Hand Gun, Revolver, Flame Launcher, and Hand Cannon. New Weapons (VS) - Pile Bunker, VS Rifle, Rocket Pod, and Laser Lance New Environments - Snowstorms, arctic winds, towering mountains of ice are all stunningly realized, creating a truly immersive and cinematic event of epic proportions New perspectives - Switch to first person view or the over-the-shoulder view from Resident Evil 4 for even more intense action M Madden 07: Hall of Fame Edition Bonus DVD Madden 09 Bonus Video Content Exclusive Classic Madden NFL Gameplay Extra Full Game (NFL Head Coach 09) Madden 09: Limited Edition Bundle Guide by Prima Slip Cover for Madden 09 Guide and Book The Madden Phenomenon - Hardcover Book about the history of Madden Marvel Ultimate Alliance: Gold Edition New Heroes - Cyclops, the Hulk, Nightcrawler, and Hawkeye New Villains - Doctor Doom, Magneto, Venom, and Sabretooth Marvel Ultimate Alliance: Special Edition (Platinum Hits) Includes New Heroes and Villains from the Gold Edition (above) Bonus DVD Mass Effect Art Book Bonus DVD (18) Exclusive Gamerpics (4) Exclusive Themes Fiction Book Tin Hardcover Art Book Mass Effect: Collector's Edition Bundle Guide by Prima Strategy Guide Hardcover Art Book Mortal Kombat VS DC Universe Removable Kollector’s Edition Print Velvet Box 16 Page Comic Book Making of Video Programs N Need for Speed Carbon Alternate Box Art (4) Exclusive Cars (10) Pre-Tuned Cars (6) New Races (3) Unique Challenges (10) Unique Vinyls Bonus DVD O Oblivion Art Book Bonus DVD Coin History of Tamriel Booklet Oblivion - Game of the Year Edition Original Game is the Official Expansion The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles DLC: Knights of the Nine P Perfect Dark Zero Exclusive Dashboard Theme Exclusive Gamer Pictures Holographic Glyph card (1 of 9 available) Bonus DVD Tin Prey Artbook 2 Pewter Figurines Tin Prince of Persia Exclusive look at the making of Prince of Persia Prima Digital Mini-Strategy Guide Digital Artbook chronicling the game’s journey Original Soundtrack Collectible Limited Edition packaging Q Quake 4 Quake 2 Bonus Disk (nine 0 point achievements) R Red Fraction: Guerrilla 7" Mining Walker Figurine features real pewter hand railings Bonus DVD Artbook includes Map and Strategy Guide Resident Evil 5: Collector's Edition Chris Redfield Figurine Tricell Messenger Bag BSAA Patch Kijuju Keychain Bonus Disc including a making-of featurette, a digital art gallery and a trailer for Resident Evil Degeneration The game and bonus disc come packed in a Special Collector's SteelBook Case Resident Evil 5: Limited Edition Guide by Prima (Hardcover) Print run limited to first day orders only Dedicated hardcover and exclusive behind-the-scenes content make this a true collectors edition Packaged with a unique Resident Evil calendar that begins in March to coincide with the game release; this 8 x 9, 12-month calendar features stunning artwork as well as Resident Evil dates and trivia! Super-visual Walkthrough with area maps detailing mandatory action on the left-hand page and advanced data secrets on the right. The Walkthrough is designed for the highest difficulty level and applicable to all difficulty settings Rock Band Drum Set Microphone Guitar 4-Port USB Hub Rock Band 2 Drum Set Microphone Guitar Rock Revolution Drum Kit and Sticks S Saints Row 2 Tin Box Artbook USB Drive (in a shape of a bullet) Playing Cards Poster with Map Shaun White Snowboarding: Limited Edition (Target) Exclusive content includes: New Characters, Scenes, Target Mountain, Virtual version of the Target Chalet Soul Calibur IV Artbook DLC (U.S. Only) T-Shirt (XL) Tin Tournament Bracket Soul Calibur IV: Limited Edition Guide by BradyGames (Paperback) Complete Walkthrough Character Listing: Detailed information on all characters, including Yoda for Xbox 360 and Darth Vader for PlayStation 3, with strategies and movelists Expert Tactics: Tips on character ranges, attacks, counterattacks, and more Game Secrets: Unlockables revealed Limited Edition guide includes: Bonus Game Soundtrack, Foldout, and much more Street Fighter IV: Collector's Edition A Bonus Game Disc with HD 65-minute full-length Anime movie and promotional trailers. CD Soundtrack Collectible Figurine: C. Viper Udon/Prima Hint book Downloadable Content Street Fighter IV: Collector's Edition (Europe) Ryu and Crimson Viper figurines, positioned within the familiar settings of the 'crowded Chinese downtown A bonus disc containing a feature length HD quality anime movie A mini strategy guide created in the style of a comic art book detailing the moves and biographies of four of the new characters to the series; Viper, Abel, El Fuerte and Rufus Exclusive downloadable game content Street Fighter IV: 20th Anniversary Bundle Guide by Prima T Tales of Vesperia: Special Edition Premium Items in Collectable Steelcase Metal Box 10th Anniversary Music CD from Vesperia and previous Tales titles 52-72 Page Manual with Art Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Vegas Bonus DVD Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Vegas 2 Tips and Tricks from Pros Limited Edition Key Chain Sneak Peek at End War Special Finish http://www.gamestop.com/common/images/clearshim.gifTom Clancy's Spinter Cell: Double Agent Alternate Case Art Bonus DVD Keychain New Game Modes Tony Hawk's Project 8: Enhanced (Platinum Hits) New Game Modes Tony Hawk's Proving Ground 1 Year Subscription to Transworld Skateboarding Magazine Exclusive In-Game Judy Nails Character Slip Cover Transformers Bonus DVD Comic Book Cybertron Box Art Turning Point: Fall of Liberty Art Book Bonus DVD Poster Soundtrack CD Turok Tin Art Booklet Two Worlds 'Guide' booklet Slip Case Soundtrack CD U N/A V Viking: Battle for Asgard Steelbook Viva Pinata Special Rounded Case Packaging Bonus DVD W WWE SmackDown! vs RAW 2007 - EB Games Exclusive Bonus DVD Trivia Booklet Tin WWE SmackDown! vs RAW 2008 - High Flyer Edition Postcard set Superstar guide High Flyer T-shirt Collectors packaging with Rey Mysterio signature WWE Smackdown VS Raw 2008 - Dirty Edition (Exclusive to Play.com) Postcard set Mini Guide Special T-Shirt X/Y/Z N/A Edited February 6, 2009 by Jdm Adding RE 5, SF IV, Prince of Persia, Shaun White, MUA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PerpetualHeaven Posted May 27, 2008 Author Share Posted May 27, 2008 Alright, so anything I've been linked to a PAL gaming site, I have listed as exclusive for that site unless someone states otherwise. Without further adieu, here is my updates: Iron Man - Game Exclusive - Steelbook Guitar Hero: Aerosmith - Special Edition Aerosmith Les Paul Faceplate Soul Calibur IV - DLC (U.S. Only) Removed Quake 4 Bourne Conspiracy - Gamestation Exclusive - Tin, Art Booklet, Pen Edited Alone in the Dark (GAME exclusive) Bourne Conspiracy - HMV exclusive - Audio CD, DVD Battlefield: Bad Company - HMV Exclusive - DVD, Tin, In Game Content Also which region had a limited edition of Enchanted Arms? mine came with an artbook and a cardboard box that the game came in, but nowhere was it displayed as a limited edition, just that thats how it came, and there was no news articles about a limited edition of the game. Because there's a normal version that's just a box and then there's a version where it comes in the special slip cover and the graphical novel. There's two separate versions. and which region had a metal tin for stranglehold? Don't know because people don't like to tell me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackanape Posted May 27, 2008 Share Posted May 27, 2008 The tin version of Stranglehold was a PAL version and I believe it was also a GAME exclusive. Hope that helps all you collectors out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PerpetualHeaven Posted May 27, 2008 Author Share Posted May 27, 2008 The tin version of Stranglehold was a PAL version and I believe it was also a GAME exclusive. Hope that helps all you collectors out there. Toight like a toiger. I just added that in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheColdWolf Posted June 1, 2008 Share Posted June 1, 2008 Can anyone please tell me which ones i still can and can't get? Because i am trying to build most of my collection with limited editions of games. Also is there any way i can trade in normal editions for special editions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PerpetualHeaven Posted June 1, 2008 Author Share Posted June 1, 2008 Can anyone please tell me which ones i still can and can't get? Because i am trying to build most of my collection with limited editions of games. Also is there any way i can trade in normal editions for special editions? These are special edition games. If you could always purchase them, they really wouldn't be "special" would they? I know some of the UK ones can still be purchased through gamestation or GAME from the links people sent me but if you're in North America, they don't sell them brand new anymore. Your best bet is getting them via eBay or EB Games/Gamestop used games section. That's how I have my little collection (I only have 13 at the moment). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheColdWolf Posted June 1, 2008 Share Posted June 1, 2008 These are special edition games. If you could always purchase them, they really wouldn't be "special" would they? I know some of the UK ones can still be purchased through gamestation or GAME from the links people sent me but if you're in North America, they don't sell them brand new anymore. Your best bet is getting them via eBay or EB Games/Gamestop used games section. That's how I have my little collection (I only have 13 at the moment). Alright thanks like i said i am trying to re-build my collection by buying allot of traded in games like Oblivion and Assassn's Creed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackanape Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 Top tip for getting special editions in the UK (other than Ebay) is to check out the trade in sections at Game and Gamestation especially. They have loads of tin versions of games in my local store and most of them are in promotions at the same price as the regular edition. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suprachris Posted June 18, 2008 Share Posted June 18, 2008 Saint's Row has been released in a Tin Case in Europe, mentionned as "Collector Edition" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martin88 Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 Having bought the alone in the dark spec ed, I can tell you this: The box is nice ,the cd actually comes in a PROPER jewel case, the DVD is ok, the book is nice... the figure is cheap plastic, no weight to it, not impressive at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackanape Posted July 7, 2008 Share Posted July 7, 2008 Prince Caspian has been released in a special edition in the UK. It's available at GAME and comes in a metal tin - not sure what else comes with it though, I'll have to check. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Full Metal COS Posted July 12, 2008 Share Posted July 12, 2008 Hey guys, don't know if its technically a special edition but If you get Ace Combat 6 from Game in the U.K. it comes with a carboard slipcase and has codes for a few extra planes. Also if you guys are looking for special editions second hand shops are the best bet, my girlfriend works for a company called CEX and they regularly get special editions in, their website has mail order too. Hope this helps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knockton55 Posted July 21, 2008 Share Posted July 21, 2008 No Too Human Limited Edit? Dang....Ahhh well, make's it cheaper for me, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morty Posted July 24, 2008 Share Posted July 24, 2008 i was sooo tempted to buy the halo 3 legendary but it was £70 and i had other stuff to buy and didbnt get it Might try and get it on ebay or something one day =D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrippleTron33 Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 They also released a Game of the Year edition of Oblivion which contained both expansions, The Shivering Isles and Knights of the Nine, on a second disc. Not sure if it's exclusive to certain stores or not but I purchased mine from GAME. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neonice Posted July 28, 2008 Share Posted July 28, 2008 Halo 3 Limited Art Book Bonus DVD Poster Tin Hay, thats wierd. I bought a Halo 3 Limited Edition but there was no poster inside... I didn't knew that there supposed to be a poster with it. Now i'm deeply depressed! ---> Me loves Halo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artamus Posted July 28, 2008 Share Posted July 28, 2008 They also released a Game of the Year edition of Oblivion which contained both expansions, The Shivering Isles and Knights of the Nine, on a second disc. Not sure if it's exclusive to certain stores or not but I purchased mine from GAME. It's not exclusive, i live in Estonia and got mine from some store here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gb rakzo Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 i have only 3 gears, halo 3 and perfect dark coming gears 2:woop: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slarak Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 Doesn't Gear of War 2 limited edition come with the gold lancer for multiplayer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akute Posted August 22, 2008 Share Posted August 22, 2008 (edited) Tales of Vesperia *Music CD *"Premium edition" manual *Steel case Also, you could have another section for preorder bonuses (participating retailers, I am getting my information from Gamestop unless otherwise mentioned). If you do not have a Gamestop near you, you can still get these bonuses through their website. Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts and Bolts *Code allowing free download of original Banjo-Kazooie from marketplace. This will also be available on marketplace. Note: this is not yet listed on gamestop.com as a bonus, but was announced by Microsoft. See gamescoreblog.com for more info. Fable II *Code unlocking Fable II Pub Games. This is also available on the marketplace, but you can get the game free if you preorder. Infinite Undiscovery *Limited foil print card *Code to unlock 1 of 5 items in game LEGO Batman *1 of 4 keychains Mercenaries 2 *Beanie hat Rock Band 2 *T-shirt Saints Row 2 *Code unlocking PeeWee Minibike and D-stroy UFO vehicles TNA Impact *90 Minute DVD Tom Clancy's End War *Code to unlock 3 batallions EXPIRED PREORDER OFFERS...IF YOU NEED THIS STUFF EBAY IS THE ONLY WAY TO GET IT! Too Human *Code unlocking armor for all 5 characters Edited August 22, 2008 by akute Moved things around Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xbirdyx112 Posted August 24, 2008 Share Posted August 24, 2008 Well in the UK the gears of war 2 limited edition comes with a full size cog tag (It may be if you preorder it tho) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ViperxSniper Posted August 26, 2008 Share Posted August 26, 2008 I just found out that a Collector's edition of Resident Evil 5 has been announced. Not sure what is in it. It is $89.99, so it should be good (I hope it contains a extra disc with some of the old games, but I doubt it). And don't forget there is the Amazon exclusive limited special lancer edition gears 2 that comes with a replica lancer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdm Posted August 26, 2008 Share Posted August 26, 2008 I think we'll be leaving out the pre-order bonus freebies since MoonSka has already created THIS thread. So items such as the Pip-Boy 3000 found on Amazon.com's Exclusive Fallout 3: Survival Edition will no longer be listed. I will however be adding different types of Collector's Edition Strategy Guides. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eternal Posted August 26, 2008 Share Posted August 26, 2008 The Bad Company golden tin collector's edition is also available in Australia. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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