Microsoft has finally confirmed one of the worst kept secrets in recent memory by announcing this Fall’s ‘Halo 3’ will indeed come in three distinct editions and price points.
The Standard Edition, as expected, will set you back $59.99 and include the game and nothing more.
Those craving a little more meat in their Halo experience might want to jump up to the Limited Edition at $69.99. Like the ‘Halo 2’ Limited Edition, this one will come in a metal collector’s case and also include a Halo fiction and art book along with a bonus disc featuring, “…exclusive, behind-the-scenes footage and videos, including a high-definition “Making of Halo 3 documentary showcasing the Bungie team and its effort to create the most anticipated title in the industry’s history; numerous high-definition featurettes documenting the creative design processes involved in developing the game; and even a look at some early game concepts and their evolution through the game’s development. The disk will also include an audio-visual calibration tool, never before seen on a video game and custom designed by the Halo 3 graphics and audio team to make the most of fans” high-definition home theaters, for the ultimate Halo 3 and Xbox 360 audio and video performance.”
Hardcore Halo fans with fat bank accounts, and you know who you are, will undoubtedly be pulled towards the Legendary Edition for a whopping $129.99. This massive set includes the game, a collectible Spartan helmet case, storyboard art from artist Lee Wilson, bonus disc found in the Limited Edition, and a second bonus disc exclusive to this edition that includes, “…completely remastered cinematic material from “Halo: Combat Evolved” and “Halo 2,” supplemented with developer commentaries, to provide a refresher course on the thrilling “Halo” story so far, and a featurette documenting a day in the life at Bungie. Exclusive content from the creative minds behind Machinima artists Red vs. Blue and This Spartan Life will also be included.”
