Games really shouldn't have special editions unless they're truly special and/or revered, but that didn't stop the original Assassin's Creed from arrogantly believing it deserved one. Assassin's Creed 2 carries on the tradition (along with seemingly 50% of all games these days) with its own collector's version, crammed to the gills with special goodies.
Assassin's Creed 2: Black Edition (zomg racist) will come shipped in "black packaging," with each copy having its own "unique authentic holographic signature." Also included with the game is a "64-page finely crafted leather style hardcover and parchment-finish" book with concept art, developer interviews and probably more self-indulgence than you can shake a stick at.
As if that wasn't enough, the Black Edition will also house the game's soundtrack, a toy of main character Ezio and three in-game bonus missions. How about that for something that is not nothing?
Assassin's Creed 2: Black Edition is currently slated for a UK price point of £69.99, with a North American price yet to be determined. Don't expect it to come cheap though, kids.
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1:20 PM on 06.11.2009
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The figure looks pretty cool.
You sure that's not an adult version of Sora?
I'm somewhat of a collector's edition whore, but I think I'm going to be able to resist this. While I liked Assassin's Creed, I didn't like it nearly enough to make Assassin's Creed 2 a must buy.
AC1 was a terrible game. Why are people excited for this?
I played AC1 non stop, like without playing any other games at the time. Plus I want to see how Ezio likes it in my asshole.
Also, wtf is with this douchebag getting to keep both of his ring fingers. It's not fair, and I for one am pissed off about it.
Also, excited for this game.
No.
Since im done with CE that come with a figure since there always small as shit.
Seriously bioshock was the only one who got the figure thing right (aside from broken big daddys and what not)
I didn't hesitate to buy the special edition of the first game, because I had been anticipating it since it's very initial reveal as a then-PS3 exclusive. Hopefully the figurine is more impressive this time around.
Don't worry. I loved the shit out of both Assassin's Creed and SW:TFU.
Are you serious? No way.
Funny ass entertaining article though. LoL Zomg Racist!
I loved the first game, but that's a lot of money, let's see exactly how substantial the bonuses are first.
@ SephirothX
They've said that you get that cloak later in the game, according to some random message board I read.
@Dexter
That's why it's awesome.