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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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The1llusiveMan said:
Heads up, where y'all at?!

Breath of the Wild Deluxe Edition Guide is on Amazon for $47.99. Much easier to pull the trigger on than the regular $80. https://www.amazon.com/Legend-Zelda-Breath-Complete-Official/dp/1911015214/ref=as_li_ss_tl?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=HF94YB8XDCABQ6941PBJ&linkCode=ll1&tag=thmathchthda-20&linkId=e893fae01ec5db4c5ba9fe54d893f490
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thank you. that's a lot more reasonable. ordered a deluxe and a soft cover.

 
WingsDJY said:
It looks like the Bloodborne guide is getting reprinted. Great opportunity to pick it up if you missed the original release. 3rd party prices have been steadily climbing over the last year.

https://www.amazon.com/Bloodborne-Collectors-Strategy-Guide-Future/dp/3869930691/ref=la_B0042SSY5E_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1489685977&sr=1-3
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fuck yeah !!! I have been waiting for this. Unreal.

I've always thought It was weird how strategy guides never get reprinted. Guess 98% of the time they make enough units on the first run.

 
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Nice update from Future Press on the Horizon Zero Dawn guide (click the link for pics): https://www.facebook.com/FuturePress/?hc_ref=NEWSFEED

The first batch of Horizon Zero Dawn Collector’s Edition Guides are in transit to retailers now! We needed a little extra time for last minute changes to the game, and because we really wanted to make sure we deliver the promises we made in the book description. Oh, and the page count has increased by about 100 pages (since Bruce wanted to show a screenshot of every single datapoint and Jörg thought some images are too cool not to be shown). And if the writing team at Guerrilla Games offer to write an entire Story & Characters section exclusively for our guide, who can say no to that?

The book ended up with 656 pages and we’ve added a bookmark ribbon as a little incentive to thank you guys for your patience. Some of you should receive the guide this week, others will have to wait a few more days – please hold on!

To celebrate the imminent release, we have a little preview of some selected pages for you. Believe us, we’ve put quite some work into this one, so we really hope it’s worth the wait for every one of you.

 
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Got my HZD guide from Amazon last night. That thing is massive. Comparable to the complete Skyrim one in size.

Now Future Press needs to just hurry up and finish the Nioh guide and Last Guardian book.

 
WingsDJY said:
Got my HZD guide from Amazon last night. That thing is massive. Comparable to the complete Skyrim one in size.

Now Future Press needs to just hurry up and finish the Nioh guide and Last Guardian book.
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I'm jealous! I know I pre-ordered mine late but I got an email estimating my delivery between the end of April and the end of May

 
Yeah, I'm trying to cut down on guides that I never actually use, but I saw all the stuff that they added to it, so went to Amazon to look. Currently estimating 1-2 months.

 
WingsDJY said:
Got my HZD guide from Amazon last night. That thing is massive. Comparable to the complete Skyrim one in size.

Now Future Press needs to just hurry up and finish the Nioh guide and Last Guardian book.
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I think the four biggest guides I've seen recently have been Witcher 3 Complete Edition, HZD, Mass Effect Andromeda and the remastered Skyrim.

The Borderlands 2 GOTY has been a pretty hefty one from the past, as well as Fallout 3 GOTY. I'd bet we'll have Fallout 4 GOTY as some point in the future, maybe this fall?

 
Future Press just posted an update about the Bloodborne reprint. It's a revised edition to account for various patches and has some updated enemy strategies. Comes out 4/30.

https://www.amazon.com/Bloodborne-Collectors-Strategy-Guide-Future/dp/3869930691/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1491589825&sr=8-1&keywords=bloodborne+guide

As many of you know, our original Bloodborne guide has been sold out for many months and market prices got pretty steep for it. We don’t want marketsellers to earn a fortune by ripping off fellow Bloodborne fans, so we looked into the potential demand and decided for a final reprint of one of the best books we’ve ever created.

Since the game has received a few patches since its original release, we took the chance to update it where it was necessary. Additionally, we teamed up with challenge master LobosJR to see if our original enemy strategies still stand the test of time—he revised them to include some of his favorite strategies against bosses and other tougher enemies. Thanks to him, that chapter is as useful as it was back in 2015.

So, here you go! This is a fully updated version of our original guide and you can get it one last time for the original retail price of $34.99. We strongly suggest that you pre-order this beauty now since it’s just a small print run and who knows how quick it’s going to be sold out again.

And thanks much to everyone who wrote one of the 500+ reviews at Amazon! The book received an average of 4.8 out of 5, which makes us very proud.
 
Anyone know what is going on with the NIOH collectors edition guide? First it was delayed and now when I click on my amazon preorder I get a SORRY WE COULDN'T FIND THAT PAGE. 

 
spicoli420 said:
Anyone know what is going on with the NIOH collectors edition guide? First it was delayed and now when I click on my amazon preorder I get a SORRY WE COULDN'T FIND THAT PAGE.
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I'm pretty sure someone posted a few weeks back that it was cancelled. I don't believe a reason was given either, but it probably got to far past release to matter.

 
I also posted this in the CE thread, but some may not be following that one

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Future Press is making the guide for Ni No Kuni II

http://future-press....oks&buch_id=397

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ETA: They're going to announce a couple other titles over the next couple weeks. One is likely going to be Dark Souls Remastered








Future Press@FuturePress


Just to put you guys at ease, we have something cooking on the bonfire!

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I can't remember, but did they do the guide for Dark Souls originally? I remember having to write up an entire guide that flowed far better than whatever crap that was IIRC (it might have been for the second game? IDK). If that's the case, I hope they're doing a complete re-write versus a re-release.

 
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Yeah. I think part of the problem with DS was that subsequent patches changed statistics enough to invalidate part of the guide. Hopefully that gets corrected.

I'm still hoping that Bayonetta gets a reprint now that the game is coming to a more popular Nintendo console.

 
WingsDJY said:
Yeah. I think part of the problem with DS was that subsequent patches changed statistics enough to invalidate part of the guide. Hopefully that gets corrected.

I'm still hoping that Bayonetta gets a reprint now that the game is coming to a more popular Nintendo console.
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Yeah, the Bayonetta guide is for sure deserving of a reprint. I bought mine right before it went OOP(or maybe even after), so the price was still decent at the time.

 
The Ni No Kuni II guide is up at Amazon for anyone interested.

Also got my Zelda guide in the mail yesterday. Just a couple days ago I got an email saying it was delayed and then a shipping notification shortly after.
 
Looks like the Ni No Kuni II guide is delayed. It was supposed to release on 3/31 and I just got an Amazon email saying release date now unknown and did I want to cancel my order.
 
The Questyen said:
Looks like the Ni No Kuni II guide is delayed. It was supposed to release on 3/31 and I just got an Amazon email saying release date now unknown and did I want to cancel my order.
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Is that the CE, or the standard? I have the CE on order, and I didn't get a delay notice(yet), and it shows April 30th as the release date on mine. Of course that may change, I'll update if it does.

 
There isn't a standard Edition. All the press releases and articles stated it was coming a week after the games release on 3/30. That's the date Amazon had it listed as. After the email I got yesterday now they changed the date to 4/30 so another month which is ridiculous for a strategy guide.
 
The Questyen said:
There isn't a standard Edition. All the press releases and articles stated it was coming a week after the games release on 3/30. That's the date Amazon had it listed as. After the email I got yesterday now they changed the date to 4/30 so another month which is ridiculous for a strategy guide.
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Yeah, sadly these delays are becoming trends(the CE mostly), as I don't know when and where these companies get there source materials, but that seems to be why the delays keep happening. Some of these games are HUGE, and to do a proper guide, it takes time. I agree, months after release are a waste, but I thin they figure CE = not using(keeping sealed), so they don't seem to care much.

 
I am still hoping out hope that Nioh gets some sort of updated version of the game with all DLC and they make a hardcover guide for it.  Loved that game so much. 

 
WingsDJY said:
Future Press just posted an update about the Bloodborne reprint. It's a revised edition to account for various patches and has some updated enemy strategies. Comes out 4/30.

https://www.amazon.com/Bloodborne-Collectors-Strategy-Guide-Future/dp/3869930691/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1491589825&sr=8-1&keywords=bloodborne+guide

As many of you know, our original Bloodborne guide has been sold out for many months and market prices got pretty steep for it. We don’t want marketsellers to earn a fortune by ripping off fellow Bloodborne fans, so we looked into the potential demand and decided for a final reprint of one of the best books we’ve ever created.

Since the game has received a few patches since its original release, we took the chance to update it where it was necessary. Additionally, we teamed up with challenge master LobosJR to see if our original enemy strategies still stand the test of time—he revised them to include some of his favorite strategies against bosses and other tougher enemies. Thanks to him, that chapter is as useful as it was back in 2015.


So, here you go! This is a fully updated version of our original guide and you can get it one last time for the original retail price of $34.99. We strongly suggest that you pre-order this beauty now since it’s just a small print run and who knows how quick it’s going to be sold out again.

And thanks much to everyone who wrote one of the 500+ reviews at Amazon! The book received an average of 4.8 out of 5, which makes us very proud.
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Funny reading this a year later with the BB guide still in stock at Amazon.

 
Dark Souls Remastered Official Collector's Edition Guide - $23.99 (40% off)

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A CLASSIC RETURNS
A remastered classic deserves a remastered guide--this very special update to the official Dark Souls game guide brings everything there is to know about the world of Lordran together in one place. We've expanded every part of our original Dark Souls guide to take advantage of many thousands of hours of play since the game's original release. Expect far more than a reprint! All of the original data and strategies have been expertly updated, and entirely new sections have been added. Whether you're new to this classic game or about to get sucked back in again, you'll die a lot less with this book by your side.

Expanded features include:

Expanded Walkthrough
A full, beautiful walkthrough of Lordran, including the Artorias of the Abyss expansion areas. The illustrated maps will guarantee that you miss nothing and beautiful 4K screenshots makes this a reference worth holding on to.

New PvP Coverage
Dark Souls Remastered expands PvP so it becomes an even richer experience, so we've added a full chapter to help you dive in to online play and fully understand its arcane intricacies. From the basics to expert-level tactics, this chapter provides the crash course you need to compete against online veterans.

New Boss Strategies
Defeating bosses in Dark Souls is an art all by itself, and one that's been much practiced over the years. All of the original strategies have been expertly updated and we've included new, alternate strategies to show what's possible against these lethal foes.

New Lore Chapter
The lore of Dark Souls has kept its online community gripped for years--from the discovery of the Lord Souls at the dawn of the Age of Fire to the endless nights now seen by man. Presented with in-game sources and quotes, this chronicle is perfect for those diving into the mythology of Dark Souls for the first time or for those who require an organized reference for constructing their own theories.

 
Has the Ni No Kuni 2 guide been canceled? Now shows as “not yet released” on amazon. That and not existing at Best Buy nor GameStop makes me believe it’s never coming out. And what’s the point if it does months or years after release?
 
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Romeo said:
Has the Ni No Kuni 2 guide been canceled? Now shows as “not yet released” on amazon. That and not existing at Best Buy nor GameStop makes me believe it’s never coming out. And what’s the point if it does months or years after release?
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You can preorder it though. I'm not sure of the business sense of releasing a guide a month after the game's release but it still looks like it's coming out.

 
Just a heads up to anyone mulling this guide. The original Dark Souls received a massive patch early on after US game release to reduce the excessive grind. It made a lot of the information provided in the original guide incorrect (soul amounts rec'd, some enemy locations). Even if you're not getting the remastered game, this could still be useful.

Vigilante said:
Dark Souls Remastered Official Collector's Edition Guide - $23.99 (40% off)

51kzumX6JPL._SX427_BO1,204,203,200_.jpg


A CLASSIC RETURNS
A remastered classic deserves a remastered guide--this very special update to the official Dark Souls game guide brings everything there is to know about the world of Lordran together in one place. We've expanded every part of our original Dark Souls guide to take advantage of many thousands of hours of play since the game's original release. Expect far more than a reprint! All of the original data and strategies have been expertly updated, and entirely new sections have been added. Whether you're new to this classic game or about to get sucked back in again, you'll die a lot less with this book by your side.

Expanded features include:

Expanded Walkthrough
A full, beautiful walkthrough of Lordran, including the Artorias of the Abyss expansion areas. The illustrated maps will guarantee that you miss nothing and beautiful 4K screenshots makes this a reference worth holding on to.

New PvP Coverage
Dark Souls Remastered expands PvP so it becomes an even richer experience, so we've added a full chapter to help you dive in to online play and fully understand its arcane intricacies. From the basics to expert-level tactics, this chapter provides the crash course you need to compete against online veterans.

New Boss Strategies
Defeating bosses in Dark Souls is an art all by itself, and one that's been much practiced over the years. All of the original strategies have been expertly updated and we've included new, alternate strategies to show what's possible against these lethal foes.

New Lore Chapter
The lore of Dark Souls has kept its online community gripped for years--from the discovery of the Lord Souls at the dawn of the Age of Fire to the endless nights now seen by man. Presented with in-game sources and quotes, this chronicle is perfect for those diving into the mythology of Dark Souls for the first time or for those who require an organized reference for constructing their own theories.
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Romeo said:
Has the Ni No Kuni 2 guide been canceled? Now shows as “not yet released” on amazon. That and not existing at Best Buy nor GameStop makes me believe it’s never coming out. And what’s the point if it does months or years after release?
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For some reason, Future Press guides rarely come out when the game releases. It's almost like they want to wait for some of the initial patches to come out before printing.

 
WingsDJY said:
For some reason, Future Press guides rarely come out when the game releases. It's almost like they want to wait for some of the initial patches to come out before printing.
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Yeah, I've always looked at their delays as a a company who takes pride in their product, and wants to offer the best guides possible. Prima is probably the most well known guide company, and they always release by launch, but their guides come no where close to Futures quality.

It sucks for those who want to play a game at launch, but for a guy like me who rarely(if ever), plays a game at launch, I'm happy to wait for a much better quality end product.

 
chrislaustin said:
Yeah, I've always looked at their delays as a a company who takes pride in their product, and wants to offer the best guides possible. Prima is probably the most well known guide company, and they always release by launch, but their guides come no where close to Futures quality.

It sucks for those who want to play a game at launch, but for a guy like me who rarely(if ever), plays a game at launch, I'm happy to wait for a much better quality end product.
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On average Future is better but when Prima puts effort into it they have made good guides. I just read this as Future basically knows their main market are people who collect higher quality guides, don't even often use them, and know Future's brand integrity to be more consistant.

 
Fatbot3 said:
On average Future is better but when Prima puts effort into it they have made good guides. I just read this as Future basically knows their main market are people who collect higher quality guides, don't even often use them, and know Future's brand integrity to be more consistant.
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Yeah, Prima has some good guides for sure, as they have gotten much better in recent years. Sadly, it's still a very "hit or miss" type situation, but it's for sure less bleak than it once was. LOL

And since 99.9% of all their guides are ready at launch, I can't argue with them not being so great from time to time. As there's no telling how much is involved from start to finish for these guides, and it may be like moving heaven & earth to make a launch window.

 
HIGHLY debating on just cancelling my GoW CE and getting the vanilla copy.  I wish Sony had done just an artbook/steelbook bundle for like $70 bucks instead of two separate statue bundles.  Chances are the statue is gonna look like complete shit lol

 
SpraykwoN said:
HIGHLY debating on just cancelling my GoW CE and getting the vanilla copy. I wish Sony had done just an artbook/steelbook bundle for like $70 bucks instead of two separate statue bundles. Chances are the statue is gonna look like complete shit lol
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I cancelled mine because it's going to much cheaper to buy the SB on ebay and I don't care about any of the digital stuff.

 
Are people genuinely excited for the new GoW? I mean, it got old for me after the second game and obviously this is a complete revamp but it looks too Uncharted, Last of Us, Horizon. . .and on and on. A little too formulaic IMO.

 
Fatbot3 said:
On average Future is better but when Prima puts effort into it they have made good guides. I just read this as Future basically knows their main market are people who collect higher quality guides, don't even often use them, and know Future's brand integrity to be more consistant.
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For Prima, it's David Hodgson or bust.

 
Jodou said:
Are people genuinely excited for the new GoW? I mean, it got old for me after the second game and obviously this is a complete revamp but it looks too Uncharted, Last of Us, Horizon. . .and on and on. A little too formulaic IMO.
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I am immensely.

Luckily I have a buddy over at Sony Santa Monica and can grab the game for dirt cheap from him.

 
I think it looks really, really good--albeit super Last Of Us inspired. At the same time, though, I really lament the death of another spectacle fighter. The genre is barely on life support, and one of its largest franchises has now returned to the spotlight in a different genre.

 
Jodou said:
Are people genuinely excited for the new GoW? I mean, it got old for me after the second game and obviously this is a complete revamp but it looks too Uncharted, Last of Us, Horizon. . .and on and on. A little too formulaic IMO.
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One of those don't really belong in the same category, IMO.

Tomb Raider is much more scripted than Horizon ZD.

 
WingsDJY said:
For Prima, it's David Hodgson or bust.
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Funny story; in my late 20's I was going to my first E3 and was on the bus from the hotel headed to the conference and didn't have this bus pass they were handing out to make sure only E3 attendees were getting on the transfer bus. I sat down and started talking to this guy who was working on a guide for KOTOR and working on site at Bioware because RPG guides necessitated it.. When they were asking for passes I mentioned I never received one and when they started kicking me off the bus this guy starts fighting with the staff in my defense because I was (and still am) a bit of the pushover type. After making a bit of a scene he saw they weren't going to budge so I went in to get a pass but met up with him the next couple of days when he was free to chat for a bit. It was David Hodgson, and at the time I was indifferent because as a dev I never really cared about the whole guide side of things.It was funny picking up guides later in life for the big RPGs like Oblivion, Witcher, etc. and seeing how he became revered as the best guide writer to the point of getting immortalized in the Witcher 3. It's always a fond E3 memory of mine though because he was such a standup guy as well.

 
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