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Assassin's Creed Unity (Initiate Edition)
Publisher: Prima (October 28, 2014)
Page Count: 320

Amazon $83.93
Special Features: Outer box, hardback, eGuide access, chalice, scroll, map poster

Battlefield Hardline
Publisher: Prima (October 21, 2014)
Page Count: 368

Amazon $29.66
Special Features: Hardback, eGuide access

Bayonetta 2
Publisher: Prima (December 31, 2014)

Author: Geson Hatchett
Page Count: 288

Amazon $29.49
Special Features: Hardback

Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare
Publisher: BradyGames (November 4, 2014)
Page Count: ?

Gamestop $36.99
Special Features: Hardback

Dragon Age Inquisition
Publisher: Prima (October 7, 2014)

Author: David Knight
Page Count: 368

Amazon $30.39
Special Features: Hardback, eGuide access

Dragon Age Inquisition (Inquisitor Edition)
Publisher: Prima (November 18, 2014)

Author: David Knight
Page Count: 368

Amazon $105.84
Special Features: Box, hardback, eGuide access, four faux leather bookmarks, pen, in-game content



 
 
Far Cry 4
Publisher: Prima (October 7, 2014)
Page Count: 272

Amazon $35.27
Special Features: Hardback, poster map, eGuide access


Hyrule Warriors
Publisher: Prima (September 26, 2014)
Page Count: 288

Amazon $28.06
Special Features: Hardback, eGuide access

 
 
The Sims 4
Publisher: Prima (Dec 31, 2014)
Page Count: 400

Amazon $29.33
Special Features: Hardcover
 
 

Skylanders Trap Team
Publisher: BradyGames (October 5, 2014)
Page Count: ?

Gamestop $34.99
Special Features: Hardcover

 




Tales of Xillia 2
Publisher: Prima (August 19, 2014)

Author: Howard Grossman
Page Count: 400
Amazon $29.86
Special Features: Hardback, exclusive DLC
 

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
Publisher: Prima (Feb 24, 2015)

Author: David S. J. Hodgson
Page Count: 448

Amazon $30.41
Special Features: Hardcover, eGuide access

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Watch Dogs
Publisher: Prima (November 19, 2013)
Page Count: 384
Amazon $24.25
Special Features: Hardcover, access to web-based maps and videos

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Titanfall
Publisher: Prima (March 11, 2014)
Page Count: 368
Amazon $30.23
Special Features: Hardcover, eGuide access




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Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag
Publisher: Piggyback (October 29, 2013)
Page Count: 288
Amazon $23.52
Gamestop $34.99
Special Features: Hardback, 2-sided map poster

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Batman Arkham Origins
Publisher: BradyGames (October 25, 2013)
Page Count: 288
Amazon $26.16
Special Features: Hardback




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Battlefield 4
Publisher: Prima (October 29, 2013)
Page Count: 416
Amazon $24.99
Special Features: Hardback, DLC bonus in-game item, eGuide access

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Borderlands 2 GOTY Edition
Publisher: BradyGames (October 8, 2013)
Page Count: 496
Amazon $21.32
Special Features: Hardback




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Call of Duty: Ghosts
Publisher: BradyGames (November 5, 2013)
Page Count: 352
Amazon $25.26
Gamestop $34.99
Special Features: Hardback, two fabric patches (Ghosts and Federation)

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Dark Souls II
Publisher: FuturePress (March 11, 2014)
Page Count: 400
Amazon $33
Special Features: Hardback





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Diablo III Console Edition
Publisher: BradyGames (September 3, 2013)
Page Count: 400
Amazon $26.04
Special Features: Hardback, metal bookmark




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Disgaea D2: A Brighter Darkness
Publisher: Prima (October 8, 2013)
Page Count: 356
Amazon $25.88
Special Features: Hardback, DLC for exclusive playable character Raspberyl, exclusive lithograph (1 of 3 types)

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Fable Anniversary
Publisher: Prima (December 31, 2013)
Page Count: 320
Amazon $27.47
Special Features: Hardback, foil treatment, gilded pages, bonus content via Smartglass




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Grand Theft Auto V
Publisher: BradyGames (September 17, 2013)
Page Count: 400
Amazon $22.19 (includes lithograph)
Gamestop $36.99 (includes lithograph)
Special Features: Hardback




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Killer Instinct
Publisher: Prima (November 22, 2013)
Page Count: 240
Amazon $24.79
Special Features: Hardback, 16-page pull out Jago strategy guide, access to online guide




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Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 Remix
Publisher: Prima (September 13, 2013)
Page Count: 488
Amazon $25.41
Special Features: Hardback




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The Legend of Zelda Box Set
Publisher: Prima (November 26, 2013)
Page Count: 2,128
Amazon $107.99 + FSSS / Prime Eligible
Special Features: Hardback, treasure chest box, gold-edge gilded pages, metal bookmark, individually numbered certificate of authenticity; does not include cloth maps included with original books. Skyward Sword guide has 100 new pages. Ocarina of Time 3D guide is available for first time in hardback in this set.

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The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds
Publisher: Prima (October 12, 2013)
Page Count: 336
Amazon $30.85
Special Features: Hardback, gold gilded pages, bonus framed lithograph with gold foil Hyrule crest, free mobile device version




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The Legend of Zelda Wind Waker Wii U
Publisher: Prima (December 31, 2013)
Page Count: 352
Amazon $31.78
Gamestop $39.99
Special Features: Hardcover, gold gilded pages, cloth map of Great Sea




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Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII-3
Publisher: Piggyback (February 11, 2014)
Page Count: 416
Amazon $23.99
Special Features: Hardback, limited edition run, extra 32-page section


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Pokemon X & Y
Publisher: Prima (October 12, 2013)
Page Count: 256
Amazon $13.37 $12.50
Special Features: Hardback, Pokemon fiber screen cleaner, dust jacket w/ map on inside




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Skylanders SWAP Force
Publisher: BradyGames (October 13, 2013)
Page Count: 288
Amazon $24.90
Special Features: Hardback, foil character card, papercraft




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Super Mario 3D World
Publisher: Prima (November 22, 2013)
Page Count: 288
Amazon $16.66
Special Features: Hardcover, 13-month calendar




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Assassin's Creed Revelations [img-R=7785]24879[/IMG-R]

Publisher: Piggyback (November 15, 2011)
Page Count: 240
Amazon: $21.71
Special Features: Hardcover

Assassin's Creed III [img-R=7785]28176[/IMG-R]

Publisher: Piggyback (October 30, 2012)
Page Count: 272
Amazon $23.09
Special Features: Hardback

(Thanks Vigilante)


Batman: Arkham City [img-R=7785]25284[/IMG-R]

Publisher: Brady Games (October 18, 2011)
Page Count: 352
Amazon: $20.58
Special Features: Hardcover, different Pearlescent Collectible Covers, numbered lithographs featuring exclusive artwork, centerfold featuring Harley Quinn and Catwoman!


Battlefield 3 [img-R=7785]25322[/IMG-R]

Publisher: Prima (October 25, 2011)
Page Count: 384
Amazon: $23.09
Special Features: Hardcover, the Collector’s Edition will include strategy for the Back to Karkand Map Pack, a mini- art/concept art section, and a novel excerpt from Battlefield 3: The Russian, penned by ex-SAS operator and author Andy McNab.


Bioshock Infinite
Publisher: Bradygames (March 26, 2013)
Page Count: 352
Amazon $22.63
GameStop $36.99 - Includes Bonus Songbird Lithograph
Special Features: Key Replica, Hardback, exclusive board game card



Borderlands 2

Publisher: Bradygames (September 18, 2012)
Page Count: 432
Amazon $24.41
Gamestop $34.99 - Exclusive bonus 15 month calendar
Special Features: Hardback, Claptrap Paper Model, includes 32 page Pandora travel guide


Call of Duty: Black Ops 2

Publisher: Bradygames (November 13, 2012)
Page Count: 356
Gamestop $34.99
Amazon $23.09
Special Features: Hardback


Dark Souls [img-R=7785]24881[/IMG-R]

Publisher: Futurepress (October 4, 2011)
Page Count: 384
Amazon: $13.74
Special Features: Hardcover

Link to official thread: http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=301978


Dead Space 3

Publisher: Prima (Feb 5, 2013)
Page Count: 240
Amazon $22.13
Special Features: Hardback, numbered




Diablo III

Publisher: BradyGames (May 15, 2012)
Page Count: 400
Amazon
$22.63
Special Features: Listed as paperback, but is actually hardcover, as seen on Gamestop.
Metal bookmark


Disney Universe [img-R=7785]24938[/IMG-R]

Publisher: Prima (October 25, 2011)
Page Count: 224
Amazon: $22.39
Special Features: Hardcover with special treatment, behind the scenes content, bonus item (TBA?)




Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim [img-R=7785]24939[/IMG-R]

Publisher: Prima (November 11, 2011)
Page Count: 656
Amazon: $23.52 (thanks ssjmichael)
Special Features: Hardcover, includes a gatefold map of Skyrim and bound-in ribbon bookmarks so you can always find your way through this massive tome! Free access to Prima's digital Skyrim map tool (a $15 value!). Featuring interactive, fully-searchable maps of Skyrim and all major locations so you can instantly find what you're looking for!

Link to official thread: http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=303359


The Elder Scrolls V Skyrim Legendary Edition
Publisher: Prima (June 4, 2013)
Page Count: 1,120
Amazon $32.49 + Free Super Saver shipping
Gamestop $49.99 or $44.99 w/ 10POWERUP (Power up reward card required) + free shipping w/ SAVER
Special Features: Hardback, ribbon bookmarks, exclusive Alduin's wall/signatures poster, two-sided map poster

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Epic Mickey 2 [img-R=7785]28529[/IMG-R]

Publisher: Prima (November 18, 2012)
Page Count: 288
Amazon $25.53
Gamestop $34.99
Special Features: Hardback

Exclusive to the Collector's Edition:
• Developer content such as a behind-the-scenes section of Junction Point Studios and an interview with Warren Spector.
• Limited edition art piece that is a reproduction cell of artwork inspired by the world of Epic Mickey 2.


Final Fantasy XIII-2 [img-R=7812]26042[/IMG-R]

Publisher: Piggyback (January 31, 2012)
Page Count: 320
Amazon $20.99
Special Features: Hardcover

  • Exclusive coffee table book printed on highest-quality paper and bound in a padded hard cover.
  • Limited print run, includes two ribbon bookmarks.
  • Includes a 16-page bonus section exclusive to this edition.
  • Every secret, every unlockable, every side-quest, every mini-game, every Achievement and every Trophy revealed and explained in a dedicated Extras chapter. We've also added a story recap and an artwork gallery.
  • The dedicated Walkthrough charts the critical path through the main narrative. It also provides regular prompts and tips to direct players to side quests and other optional features within the game world.
  • The Tour Guide chapter includes one section per game location in each time period. This complements the Walkthrough by examining all optional activities offered in the game (side quests, mini-games, puzzles and power-leveling spots).
  • The Completion Timeline chapter offers a visual and streamlined guide to 100% completion.
  • The Strategy & Analysis section gives an advanced analysis of the game's key systems and features. This also covers the most complex topics such as character development in a thorough, yet user-friendly way.
  • All-encompassing Inventory and Bestiary chapters feature exhaustive lists and tables covering all enemies, weapons, accessories, items and shops.
  • The 100% complete guide to Final Fantasy XIII-2.
  • Carefully designed to avoid unnecessary story spoilers
Gears of War 3 [img-R=7785]24878[/IMG-R]

Publisher: Brady Games (September 20, 2011)
Page Count: 352
Amazon: $20.58
Special Features: Hardcover, [CUSTOMSPOILER=And More. . .]
THE FINAL CHAPTER

This Limited Edition guide to Gears of War 3 is a must-have for every fan. Each page is filled with proven strategies and highlighted with stunning artwork, making it a true collector’s piece. Topped off with some cool extras, this guide is the true companion to the game.

FREE DIGITAL DOWNLOADS! Get FREE, DOWNLOADABLE PDFs of the original Gears of War and Gears of War 2 Official Strategy Guides! Just enter the codes printed in this book at www.bradygames.com.
SOUNDTRACK SAMPLER! Enjoy a VARIETY OF TRACKS from the official Gears of War 3 soundtrack. Each track will help you relive countless confrontations from your Campaign experience.
EXCLUSIVE GEARS COMIC BOOK CONTENT! Get a first-hand look at the next installment of the Gears of War comic book series. This preview contains 12 pages from the upcoming comic!
FREE XBL MARKETPLACE STRATEGY VIDEO! Download a FREE STRATEGY VIDEO from XBOX Live Marketplace! Redeem the code found in this book and learn how to find all the hidden collectibles in Act I, courtesy of the BradyGames Strategy Feed.[/CUSTOMSPOILER]


Gears of War Judgment

Publisher: BradyGames (March 12, 2013)
Page Count: ???
Amazon $19.49
Gamestop $29.99
Special Features: Hardback, Exclusive Big Game weapon skin






Guild Wars 2 [img-R=7785]27987[/IMG-R]

Publisher: BradyGames (August 28, 2012)
Page Count: 528
Amazon $24.88
Special Features: Hardback, freestanding map easel, free access to flash version of guide



Halo 4 [img-R=7785]28468[/IMG-R]

Publisher: Prima (November 6, 2012)
Page Count: 400
Amazon $26.39
Special Features: Hardback, Limited Edition Numbering, Online Spartan Ops Coverage Code


Hitman Absolution [img-R=7785]27988[/IMG-R]

Publisher: Prima (November 20, 2012)
Page Count: 240
Amazon $21.40
Gamestop $34.99
Special Features: Hardback


Injustice: Gods Among Us
Publisher: Prima (April 16, 2013)
Page Count: 304
Gamestop $34.99
Amazon $21.40
Special Features: Hardback, comic book chapter, art section, dust jacket

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Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning
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Publisher: Futurepress (February 10, 2012)
Page Count: 500
Amazon $26.99
Barnes and Noble.com $16.51 + $4 shipping $26.99
Special Features: Hardcover
(Thanks Vigilante)

The Last of Us
Publisher: Bradygames (June 14, 2013)
Page Count: 256
GameStop $36.99
Amazon $22.28
Special Features: Hardback, keychain

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The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword [img-R=7785]25323[/IMG-R]

Publisher: Prima (November 20, 2011)
Page Count: TBA
Barnes & Noble: $23.42 (DKRobbie)
GameStop: $39.99 (thanks DKRobbie)
Special Features: Hardcover collector's edition includes bonus cloth map of the surface world!


Mass Effect 3
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Publisher: Prima (March 6, 2012)
Page Count: 352
Amazon: $26.38
Special Features: Hardcover


Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance

Publisher: Piggyback (Feb 19, 2013)
Page Count: 240
Amazon $20.58
Special Features: Hardback, sequentially numbered lithograph (created by Yoji Shinkawa on high-quality, textured paper), 16-page character gallery with background from the development team presenting the artistic choices they made in creating each game character.




Modern Warfare 3
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Publisher: BradyGames (November 8, 2011)
Page Count: 352
Amazon: $22.74
Special Features: Hardcover book with unique art and printing treatments. A-frame map stand displays exclusive illustrations of multiplayer maps, for easy use during gameplay. Includes access to a free strategy video download for Modern Warfare 3.


Ni No Kuni

Publisher: Prima (Jan 22, 2013)
Page Count: 384
Amazon $26.39
Barnes and Noble $23.52 (free shipping if you add filler to make $25)
Book Depository $29.99 (free shipping)
Special Features: Hardback

Pokemon Black ver 2 & Pokemon White ver 2

Publisher: Prima (October 7, 2012)
Page Count: 512
Amazon $26.60
Special Features: Hardback, individually numbered, removable lenticular


Red Dead Redemption GOTY [img-R=7785]25287[/IMG-R]

Publisher: BradyGames (October 10, 2011)
Page Count: 448
Amazon: $17.64
Special Features: Hardcover


Resident Evil 6 [img-R=7785]28367[/IMG-R]

Publisher: Bradygames (October 2, 2012)
Page Count: 336
Amazon $25.70
Special Features: Hardback, three embroidered patches


Saint's Row The Third [img-R=7785]24880[/IMG-R]

Publisher: Prima (November 15, 2011)
Page Count: 320
Amazon: Currently Unavailable
Special Features: Hardcover


Soul Calibur V

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Publisher: Futurepress (February 3, 2012)
Page Count: 400
Amazon $24.99
Special Features: Hardcover
(Thanks Vigilante)


Star Wars: The Old Republic Explorer's Guide

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Publisher: Prima (December 20, 2011)
Page Count: 264
Amazon: $15.61
Special Features: Hardcover [CUSTOMSPOILER=And More. . .]
• Find the location of every hidden Datacron to augment your stats
• Hundreds of maps packed with critical information to guide you through your adventure
• Custom-made world maps includie every taxi, bind point, vendor, and more
• Tactical readouts on enemy locations, from Korriban’s deserts to Ilum’s icy plains
• Planetary survival guides for all 8 classes: Jedi Consular, Jedi Knight, Smuggler, Trooper, Bounty Hunter, Imperial Agent, Sith Inquisitor, and Sith Warrior
• Comprehensive atlases for all planets: Alderaan, Coruscant, Hoth, Tatooine, and more
• Page through tons of exclusive concept art
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Starcraft II: Heart of the Swarm

Publisher: BradyGames (March 12, 2013)
Page Count: 400
Amazon $19.79
Special Features: Hardback




Tomb Raider

Publisher: BradyGames (March 5, 2013)
Page Count: 256
Amazon $22.63
Special Features: Hardback, Lara's Necklace replica




Uncharted 3 [img-R=7785]25054[/IMG-R]

Publisher: Piggyback (November 1, 2011)
Page Count: 272
Amazon: $19.79
Special Features: Hardcover, includes an exclusive audio CD with 10 remixes from the Uncharted 3 game soundtrack, a guide code reveals an exclusive Multiplayer Emblem, which can then be used and edited by the player.


World of Warcraft: Mists of Pandaria [img-R=7785]28165[/IMG-R]

Publisher: Bradygames (September 25, 2012)
Page Count: 432
Amazon $25.42
Special Features: Hardback, pair of chopsticks included, in-depth art section

(Thanks outerfox)

 
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Do people think the Rise of the Tomb Raider CE guide is a buy now, or wait for later?

Trying to decide whether to pre-order it now, wait and see if it doesn't sell out and drops further, or odds of a PS4 re-release once the 1-year exclusivity ends...
Why not preorder, and wait and see what happens. Amazon charge you until it ships, so if you decide to pass, just cancel a week before release.

Also you'll receive whatever the lowest price is between now and release. For instance I preordered two Fallout 4 guides as they were announced. The price has dropped since, even if it raises before release, I'll get the lowest price.

Some guides do sell out pretty regularly, maybe not for preorders. Some of them also sell for a decent price on the resell market. I remember getting the Dark Souls guide for $11(on Amazon) and people were reselling for $75-$100, maybe even higher.
 
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Will the MGS 5 CE guide be 25 at best buy at release day? or will it only be 25 till release day?. I really want to get it and I have my 50% off games coupon but I want to make sure it will work.
Looks like it's going up to $30:

https://www.cheapassgamer.com/topic/348549-best-buy-ad-830-95/

Does the coupon not work for a pre-order? It's $21 and change if you're buying it alongside the game right now with the extra 15% off they offer when you buy both.

 
Three camels I know told me about the following:

Tales of Zestiria Collector's Edition Strategy Guide @ $28.20

Assassin's Creed Syndicate Official Collector's Guide: Collector's Edition @ $29.92

Rise of the Tomb Raider Collector's Edition Guide @ $28.39

Halo 5 Guardians CE guide @ $27.86

 
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More camel conversations:

Tales of Zestiria Collector's Edition Strategy Guide @ $28.20

Assassin's Creed Syndicate Official Collector's Guide: Collector's Edition @ $29.62

Rise of the Tomb Raider Collector's Edition Guide @ $28.10

Halo 5 Guardians CE guide @ $27.30

Star Wars Battlefront @ $31.49

 
Some additions:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0744016738 - Xenoblade Chronicles X CE guide @ $27.93
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/074401669X - LoZ TriForce Heroes CE guide @ $28.28

BLOPS 3 CE guide is down to $26.44.

Star Wars Battlefront CE guide is down to $30.85.

Rise Of The Tomb Raider CE guide is down to $27.26.

Assassin's Creed Syndicate CE guide is down to $25.26.

Halo 5 CE guide is down to $27.02.

Fallout 4 CE guide is down to $24.11.

Tales of Zestiria CE guide is down to $28.20.

Anyone else think we either need a new thread, a Wiki'd OP or both?  There's lots of out-of-date stuff in there and it's due for some large-scale updating.

 
Xenoblade Chronicles X CE guide @ $27.06
LoZ TriForce Heroes CE guide @ $28.05

BLOPS 3 CE guide is down to $26.44.

Star Wars Battlefront CE guide is down to $30.22.

Rise Of The Tomb Raider CE guide is up to $27.80, with a low of $27.26.

Assassin's Creed Syndicate CE guide is down to $25.26.

Halo 5 CE guide is down to $27.02.

Fallout 4 CE guide is down to $23.98.

Tales of Zestiria CE guide is down to $28.20.

 
^ Two things about the Xenoblade guide...

1) It is listed at paperback... that has to be a mistake, right?  
 
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2) Interesting that it says "These limited edition guides will only be printed once. When they are sold out, they will be gone forever!" in the product description.
The Fallout 4 guide says the same thing.

Also here's a quick look of the lithographs included in the Fallout 4 CE Guide.

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New guide:

Star Fox Zero Collector's guide @ $28.45, low price of $27.75: http://smile.amazon.com/Star-Zero-Collectors-Edition-Guide/dp/074401686X/

Old favorites:

Xenoblade Chronicles X CE guide @ $25.04
LoZ TriForce Heroes CE guide @ $20.99

BLOPS 3 CE guide is down to $26.44.

Star Wars Battlefront CE guide is down to $25.30

Rise Of The Tomb Raider CE guide is down to $25.28

Assassin's Creed Syndicate CE guide is down to $25.26

Halo 5 CE guide is down to $27.02.

Fallout 4 CE guide is down to $23.99.

Tales of Zestiria CE guide is down to $28.20.

 
Wow! So many CE Guides! Darn you thread and your putting all of the guides that I want right in front of me in an oh-so-perfect format! My wallet hates you! (But my CE Guide collection is in love!!)

Also, weird that the Star Fox Zero guide doesn't have anything like "Prima" or anything listed, just an author.

 
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I wonder if the author's name is an error in the listing. If you search Amazon for "Joseph Epstein", you get a lot of non-video game related books.

 
I think my BB stopped carrying guides. The areas where they used to be now has Lego Dimensions and Guitar Hero stuff.
Yep. It appears that way at every store I've stopped at.
It's true. The guides were taking up valuable real estate. The last big guide to come out MGS:TPP each of my stores received 2-3 copies and placed them on their new release endcaps. They sold and were not restocked.

 
Yeah, noticed the same thing yesterday.  I really liked getting BB guides because I could pricematch with Amazon and use reward certs.  I guess all the pm'ing just forced them to decide it wasn't worth it? :(

 
Got my Zestiria guide yesterday from best buy.  They did a better job packing than amazon.  Only paid $25.4 since I got it with the game

 
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People may already be aware of this (but I wasn't, lol). Credit to srac84's thread

30% off one book (up to $10 discount maximum) on Amazon using the promo code HOLIDAY30 (one time use per account; I think it expires 11:59 PM on Nov. 30, 2015).

Any recommendations? 
 
Gamestop lists CE guides for Dark Souls III and Street Fighter V. Unfortunately, it seems that the former won't be done by FuturePress this time around because Gamestop also has a listing for a "standard" DSIII guide by Prima.

Dark Souls III: http://www.gamestop.com/toys/dark-souls-iii-collectors-edition-official-strategy-guide/127661

SF V: http://www.gamestop.com/ps4/strategy-guides/street-fighter-v-collectors-edition-official-strategy-guide/127529

Neither is listed on Amazon yet, but both are half-off right now thanks to GS's sale on guides.

 
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Gamestop lists CE guides for Dark Souls III and Street Fighter V. Unfortunately, it seems that the former won't be done by FuturePress this time around because Gamestop also has a listing for a "standard" DSIII guide by Prima.

Dark Souls III: http://www.gamestop.com/toys/dark-souls-iii-collectors-edition-official-strategy-guide/127661

SF V: http://www.gamestop.com/ps4/strategy-guides/street-fighter-v-collectors-edition-official-strategy-guide/127529

Neither is listed on Amazon yet, but both are half-off right now thanks to GS's sale on guides.
PUR Pro knocks $2 off each of the guide prices, though you're stuck paying shipping unless you do a "Pickup at Store" for each pre-order. Doing that nets the guides out at $18.75 each for me. Doubt Amazon will be as cheap.

 
PUR Pro knocks $2 off each of the guide prices, though you're stuck paying shipping unless you do a "Pickup at Store" for each pre-order. Doing that nets the guides out at $18.75 each for me. Doubt Amazon will be as cheap.
Yeah, I think I'll go that route for the DS III guide, if only to try out the Pick Up At Store option for a preorder.

 
They have some verbage regarding pick-ups saying they can charge you a fee for not picking up the pre-order. Not sure if it's enforced, but I guess picking it up then returning is safer if you decide you don't want it.

Cannot cancel the pre-order on the website either, maybe you can do it in store? IDK.

 
screw it, bought Zelda tp guide and paid the $4 shipping. $24 total plus tax so just about the Amazon expected price when all said and done. Had some trade credits anyway.

 
They have some verbage regarding pick-ups saying they can charge you a fee for not picking up the pre-order. Not sure if it's enforced, but I guess picking it up then returning is safer if you decide you don't want it.

Cannot cancel the pre-order on the website either, maybe you can do it in store? IDK.
In regards to Amiibos, I couldn't pick up a vast quantity of them and never was charged. But that may be a one-off due to supply shortages.

 
Gamestop lists CE guides for Dark Souls III and Street Fighter V. Unfortunately, it seems that the former won't be done by FuturePress this time around because Gamestop also has a listing for a "standard" DSIII guide by Prima.
Gross. Guess I won't be getting a DSIII guide. I have all the other ones Demon's Souls CE (not FP but I knew I wanted the game), DS1/2, and bloodborne.

 
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this deal seems to be better in some instances than the GCU at BB with their sale that's going on right now (discounts off $10 for non-CE/$15 for CE) because this also stacks with your 10% PUR membership discount (just add the numbers from your card in when checking out even if your card is already linked and the 10% should show up).  And also, add the code "SAVER" to get free (slow) shipping if the order is >$25.

I just got the FF Box Set#2 shipped for under $60 that way! Cheaper than its ever been anywhere else from what I've seen, even Amazon with their holiday promo codes. (Just a shame their $20 off a guide certificates only work in-store.  You may be able to save an additional $20 off it if they match these prices in-store tomorrow, but not sure yet).

Hope that helps someone!

 
Time to bump this back up again, as I tried to pick up my SFV CE guide at the local GS store I did the Web-To-Store pre-order on GS.com, from pre-orders I did at the end of last year when they had the 50% off all guides, including pre-orders.  I know others in here did the same, so I wanted to let people know that they're likely to get screwed on their pre-orders.

I did four pre-orders, one for DS3 CE, Uncharted 4 CE, LoZ TP Wii U CE and SF V CE.  SF V CE is the one that came up first, since it released today.

I went to the store to pick up my copy and they had no idea what I was there to pick up.  Once I gave them the order number, they found the Web-To-Store, though they found it at the full price of $39.99.  I showed them the order confirmation email and the rep I was dealing with called his store manager, as the register wouldn't let them do the pre-order pickup for the $18.75 price from my order confirmation.  He found my four pre-orders in their system, all of them showing the $39.99 price. 

The store manager said he would do it for that one as a one-time exception.  Since I had three more preorders coming up, it was going to be an issue with the other three, as I didn't expect them to do it four times for all four pre-orders.  I told the rep to not do it, didn't pick it up and left the store.

Time to call GS corporate and have them explain why I can't pick up my guide for the price listed, as well as have them stop them billing my card for the supposed $5 fee because I won't be picking up my SF V CE guide.

 
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https://twitter.com/evilragnarok/status/699514978538119169

Well I am glad I cancelled my CE at the last minute. I also heard there is no arcade mode and even no player vs. cpu.

 
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Time to bump this back up again, as I tried to pick up my SFV CE guide at the local GS store I did the Web-To-Store pre-order on GS.com, from pre-orders I did at the end of last year when they had the 50% off all guides, including pre-orders. I know others in here did the same, so I wanted to let people know that they're likely to get screwed on their pre-orders.

I did four pre-orders, one for DS3 CE, Uncharted 4 CE, LoZ TP Wii U CE and SF V CE. SF V CE is the one that came up first, since it released today.

I went to the store to pick up my copy and they had no idea what I was there to pick up. Once I gave them the order number, they found the Web-To-Store, though they found it at the full price of $39.99. I showed them the order confirmation email and the rep I was dealing with called his store manager, as the register wouldn't let them do the pre-order pickup for the $18.75 price from my order confirmation. He found my four pre-orders in their system, all of them showing the $39.99 price.

The store manager said he would do it for that one as a one-time exception. Since I had three more preorders coming up, it was going to be an issue with the other three, as I didn't expect them to do it four times for all four pre-orders. I told the rep to not do it, didn't pick it up and left the store.

Time to call GS corporate and have them explain why I can't pick up my guide for the price listed, as well as have them stop them billing my card for the supposed $5 fee because I won't be picking up my SF V CE guide.
This exact thing just happened to me. I tried to pick up my Far Cry primal guide and they wouldn't let me pick it up for the price that my confirmation said. Said I had to pay full price because it was just a "hold" and it was no longer on promotion. I'm on hold with corporate now to cancel my order. I'll just have Best Buy price my order as these release. I ordered about 5 of them. The only one I'm worried about selling out is the Twilight Princess one, so I'll pick that up from Amazon

 
This exact thing just happened to me. I tried to pick up my Far Cry primal guide and they wouldn't let me pick it up for the price that my confirmation said. Said I had to pay full price because it was just a "hold" and it was no longer on promotion. I'm on hold with corporate now to cancel my order. I'll just have Best Buy price my order as these release. I ordered about 5 of them. The only one I'm worried about selling out is the Twilight Princess one, so I'll pick that up from Amazon
Exhibit M why Gamestop blows.

 
Just got my Fire Emblem Fates from Walmart and it came crushed, they put it in a big bubble mailer and thought it was a good idea. wow 

 
Gamestop is such a piece of shit company.  I curse the day they bought out EB Games, Funcoland....and all their competition.

 
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