Video game collector’s editions exist because sometimes standard copies just aren’t enough.
This list proves it.
Virtually every AAA video game launches with a high-priced collectors edition nowadays.
Of course, not all collectors editions are created equal.
Its unique, its engaging, and sadly sales never really took off as well as other Microsoft franchises.
Plus, the packaging makes it look much more like a book than a video game.
Its a small collectors edition, but one of the coolest to have sitting on your shelf.
you’re free to buy Alan Wake Limited Edition here!
This version of the game comes with a full-size quiver for arrows.
Its hard to expect much more fan service than that.
you could buy Catherine Love Is Over Deluxe Edition here!
Steel Battalion
2002 | Capcom | Xbox
Steel Battalionisnt strictly a collectors edition.
It was actually the only version of the game ever made.
The game simply didnt work with any other input method.
you’re able to buy Steel Battalion here!
The included Marcus Fenix statue is only PVC, but its surprisingly detailed and impressive looking on any shelf.
Its still probably the best statue or figure of the character you’ve got the option to get.
The medal is solid and really feels like something COG soldiers would get for defending Sera.
Its almost like a real award for playing through all theGearsgames.
you’ve got the option to buy Gears of War 3 Epic Edition here!
you’re free to buy Tales of Symphonia Chronicles: Collectors Edition here!
This is the collectible to get for anyone who has ever dreamt of beingNathan Drake.
A similar Libertalia Collectors Edition was released withUncharted 4: A Thiefs Endthis year.
you’re free to buy Uncharted 3 Collectors Edition here!
TheNew Vegascollectors edition feels like it was transported straight out of theFalloutuniverse.
you’re free to buy Fallout: New Vegas Collectors Edition here!
you’re free to buy Borderlands 2 Ultimate Loot Chest here!
Actually, it might be the greatest video game collectors edition of all time.
First, you get just a ridiculous amount of stuff.
Oh yeah, the televisions also light up when you put batteries in the statue.
Warner Bros. didnt mention a peep about that little feature prior to the games release.
In terms of collectors editions, it really doesnt get much cooler than that.
you’ve got the option to buy Batman: Arkham Origins Collectors Edition here!
Chris Freiberg is a freelance contributor.
