I think most of us who splurge on the various collector's editions feel this way at some point. Like you aludded to, there's usually one example in particular that sticks out in all our minds that makes us feel "duped" inevertedly making us vow to never waste our money on another special/collectors edition again.

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Been hearing this a lot lately. That demo must have been really good as it seems to have won over a few people.

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Smart move on their behalf. Quite a few people might find it difficult to justify a repurchase (even though its re-mastered.) if it was going for a higher price.

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WHAT??!!!

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@n64dd said:

Actually I'll have to correct myself.

This is technically a collectors edition version of the game. I think I spent around 450? Might have been 500. The condition makes it worth around 600 unrated, probably 800-1000 rated. No the wrapping paper/tape doesn't affect value, it's considered "original" to it's condition.

Sweet mother of Miyamoto!

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Have heard this too. Guess now is finally the time to check it out right?

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Is that the conversion rate now-a-days? Damn!

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How often do you purchase collectors editions? Is there a certain price beyond the main games price that you won't even entertain the thought?

I can't remember the last time I personally purchased a special/limited/collector's edition because for the most part they don't really add much. You got the odd one that goes the extra mile and adds something that is truly worth the extra money but I would be remiss to point out that most usually comprise of perhaps some extra artwork, a figurine of sorts, or possibly something like a soundtrack or a behind the scenes extra.

I understand it depends and the question I have posed is highly variable but I thought it would be interesting to hear some of the Gamespot community's thoughts as well as perhaps any responses to the question of...

What's the most you have personally ever spent on a collectors/special edition?

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I remember when The Walking Dead won game of the year (think it was 2012.) and everyone was saying that due to lack of gameplay it shouldn’t have won. I can see where people are coming from with this stance. It also seems to me that the game critics flip flop from year to year even in regards to their own criteria, whatever it may be. Guess that’s the “great” thing about choosing nominees let alone a candidate for game of the year… it’s all opinion.

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Great counterpoint.

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