Collector’s editions have become a ubiquitous phenomenon within the video game industry, representing the pinnacle of extravagant packaging for dedicated fans. Priced at a premium, these limited versions of games offer an opulent experience, replete with exclusive memorabilia and unique perks, making them highly sought after. This article delves into the five most expensive collector’s editions ever released, designed for those willing to splurge for a remarkable gaming experience.
The Top 5 Most Expensive Video Game Collector’s Editions
1. Saints Row IV Super Dangerous Wad Wad Edition ($1,000,000 USD)
The Saints Row IV Super Dangerous Wad Wad Edition tops the list as the most extravagant collector’s edition to date. Unlike its more affordable counterpart, the $100 Super Dangerous Wub Wub Edition, this jaw-dropping package includes:
- A copy of Saints Row IV: Commander in Chief Edition
- A trip aboard a Virgin Galactic Space Flight
- A full-size replica Dub-Step Gun
- An immersive Hostage Rescue Experience
- Plastic Surgery services
- A day of Spy Training
- Personal Shopping assistance
- >A capsule wardrobe
- Seven nights in the luxurious Royal Suite at Burj-Al-Arab, Dubai
- A week-long retreat for two at the Jefferson Hotel in Washington DC
- First-class airfare included
- A Lamborghini Gallardo
- A Toyota Prius
- One year of insurance coverage
- Super Car Membership for a year
Remarkably, this edition was a one-off offering and has been unavailable since the game’s launch in 2013, leaving fans in awe of its extravagant scope.
2. Dying Light My Apocalypse Edition ($386,000 USD)
The Dying Light My Apocalypse Edition offers an enticing array of experiences aimed at preparing fans for a hypothetical zombie apocalypse. Released in 2015, this package includes:
- A custom-built Dying Light Zombie Home by Tiger Log Cabins
- Parkour lessons by Ampisound
- A unique Be The Zombie multiplayer match with Techland developers
- A trip to Wroclaw, Poland, to meet the development team
- A custom in-game Night Hunter character scan for the player’s face
- Dying Light branded night vision goggles and adult diapers
- Four signed Steelbook editions of Dying Light
- Two Razer Tiamat headphones
- A human-sized Volatile figurine
3. Grid 2 Mono Edition ($188,000 USD)
In 2013, Codemasters launched the Grid 2 Mono Edition, priced at approximately $190,000. The standout feature of this package is a supercar, which includes:
- The GRID 2 game (PS3 version)
- A PS3 gaming console
- A 170 mph BAC Mono supercar, adorned in GRID 2 livery
- A factory tour at BAC, including customization sessions
- A branded Bell Racing helmet specific to Mono Edition
- Custom-fitted racing attire (suit, boots, and gloves)
4. Resident Evil 6 Premium Edition ($1,300 USD)
The Resident Evil 6 Premium Edition, exclusive to Japan, serves as a treasure trove for fans at a price of ¥105,000. It features:
- A stylish replica jacket inspired by Leon Kennedy
- A copy of the game for either PS3 or Xbox 360, complete with four unique covers
- Featuring icons from key characters, including Chris Redfield, Leon Kennedy, Jake Muller, and Ada Wong
5. Assassin’s Creed Origins Legendary Dawn of the Creed Edition ($800 USD)
Launched in 2017, the Assassin’s Creed Origins Legendary Dawn of the Creed Edition embraced the RPG genre with an impressive lineup of collectibles, including:
- The base game Assassin’s Creed: Origins
- A collectors’ steelbook case
- A detailed Bayek and Senu figurine (73cm)
- A resin eagle skull amulet
- The Deluxe Pack, including DLC
- Four exclusive lithographs
- A map of the game’s expansive world
- A season pass for additional content
- The official soundtrack
- An artbook
- Two collectible art cards