Official CAG Collector's Guide Pre-Order Thread

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Welcome to the Official CAG Collector's Guide Pre-Order Thread

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

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

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

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

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

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

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)

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

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

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)

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning
[img-R=7812]26308[/IMG-R]

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

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
[img-R=7785]25712[/IMG-R]

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
[img-R=7785]25392[/IMG-R]

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

[img-R=7812]26309[/IMG-R]

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


Star Wars: The Old Republic Explorer's Guide

[img-R=7785]25850[/IMG-R]

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
[/CUSTOMSPOILER]


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)

 

[tridon]

I guess Ni no Kuni is sold out already? k

 

[Vigilante]

[quote name='tridon']I guess Ni no Kuni is sold out already? k[/QUOTE]
Dang, looks like it. I guess enough people used their $5 off $25 codes on it (myself included).

 

[Jodou]

[quote name='tridon']I guess Ni no Kuni is sold out already? k[/QUOTE]
Meh, if it is then I'm glad. Not paying those prices for a guide.

 

[Vinny]

Bah, I completely forgot about the Ni No guide. I had to order it from B&N, and their packing for guides sucks dick. The last time I ordered CE guides from them, they just threw it in a box and shipped it out. It arrived surrounded by dents.

 

[ShadowAssassin]

It's not LE or anything, they will get more.

 

[Vinny]

I hope so. ing hating getting hardcovers from B&N.

 

[outerfox]

Tomb Raider Limited Edition Guide has been added (kinda recently too)

http://www.amazon.com/Raider-Limited-Edition-Strategy-Guide/dp/0744014611/

So far it's still full price of $36.99, but I imagine Amazon will have it down to around $20 before March.

 

[Vigilante]

[quote name='outerfox']Tomb Raider Limited Edition Guide has been added (kinda recently too)

http://www.amazon.com/Raider-Limited-Edition-Strategy-Guide/dp/0744014611/

So far it's still full price of $36.99, but I imagine Amazon will have it down to around $20 before March.[/QUOTE]Thanks, I'll keep an eye on it.

 

[outerfox]

Also Bioshock Infinite!

http://www.amazon.com/BioShock-Infinite-Limited-Strategy-Guide/dp/0744014603

Still $36.99, but I'm sure (as always) it'll drop to something more manageable.

 

[Ionotropic]

Thanks for the updates, outerfox. Added them to the OP. Can't wait to see the covers.

Hopefully more NNK guides come into stock. I forgot to order one, too. Gonna order it from Book Depository for now.

 

[Waru]

So is this Nino no Kuni book different than the one in the Wizard Edition? Aside from the outer cover?

 

[Vigilante]

[quote name='outerfox']Also Bioshock Infinite!

http://www.amazon.com/BioShock-Infinite-Limited-Strategy-Guide/dp/0744014603

Still $36.99, but I'm sure (as always) it'll drop to something more manageable. [/QUOTE]AWESOME! Can't wait for that one.

 

[ithebigc]

[quote name='Waru']So is this Nino no Kuni book different than the one in the Wizard Edition? Aside from the outer cover?[/QUOTE]
You're confusing two things here. The Ni no Kuni hardcover guide we're talking about here is a limited edition strategy guide, while the one in the Wizard Edition is like a book of lore or something else related to the game. I'm not sure what it is, but I'm pretty sure it's not a strategy guide

 

[shrike4242]

I would expect prices on both the Bioshock Infinite CE and Tomb Raider LE guides to drop down to their "normal" Amazon prices within a week.

If I had to guess, we're probably looking at $26-$27 per guide when they "drop" to their Amazon regular prices and possibly drop a few more dollars before release. Depends if B&N decides to do their usual price drop scenario against Amazon.

I'd suggest setting price watches for each on camelcamelcamel.com and then order them when they've dropped from current prices.

 

[outerfox]

What interests me about the Bioshock and Tomb Raider guides, is whatever that "replica real-world item from the game" they both seem to have. I mean, can it possibly be any better than my Diablo 3 bookmark and Mists of Pandaria Pandaren Chopsticks? !

 

[Bumslie]

On the Tomb Raider hardcover guide it says ages 13 and up with 256 pages. The paperback version says ages 17 and up with 400 pages. What a major typo.

 

[shrike4242]

Bioshock Infinite CE and Tomb Raider LE guides dropped down to $24.41 on Amazon. That's their "start" pre-release price, apparently. Hopefully they'll drop a few dollars before release.

 

[outerfox]

[quote name='shrike4242']Bioshock Infinite CE and Tomb Raider LE guides dropped down to $24.41 on Amazon. That's their "start" pre-release price, apparently. Hopefully they'll drop a few dollars before release.[/QUOTE]

Just saw that when I went to check on a current order. Much much more manageable than trying to spend $80 on both guides. Come on $19.99!

 

[mrspicytacoman]

lets see dem covers baby

 

[Gamer SDP]

what was the lowest price for the Ni No Kuni guide?

I'll just order from BN as Amazon is oos.

 

[outerfox]

Lowest price Ni no Kuni had was $25.58 before it went OOS on Amazon.

 

[Gamer SDP]

[quote name='outerfox']Lowest price Ni no Kuni had was $25.58 before it went OOS on Amazon.[/QUOTE]

thanks.

BN has it for $23.xx so that's cheaper assuming one pays shipping at Amazon and BN (non memberships).

 

[Blaster man]

[quote name='Gamer SDP']thanks.

BN has it for $23.xx so that's cheaper assuming one pays shipping at Amazon and BN (non memberships).[/QUOTE]

$25 is free shipping at Amazon for people without Prime.

Personally I used a temp $5 credit that they gave for posting some shit on Facebook so I got it for $20 with free shipping.

 

[outerfox]

For anyone who wants to know, Gamestop has the Ni no Kuni guide listed, unfortunately for the full price of $39.99. But if it gets sold out elsewhere, then this can be your last bastion for snagging the guide.

http://www.ebgames.com/ps3/strategy...he-white-witch-official-strategy-guide/107211

 

[Animekatt]

[quote name='Gamer SDP']thanks.

BN has it for $23.xx so that's cheaper assuming one pays shipping at Amazon and BN (non memberships).[/QUOTE]

Thanks for this. The total came out to $25.05 with tax and free shipping. You can sign up for a free 2 month membership with them provided you pay with a credit/debit card, and being a new member.

 

[Sir_Fragalot]

Does the Ni No Kuni guide have any art with it. As of an artbook or exclusive art?

My GF loves Ghibli and artbooks so I am debating buying the guide.

 

[Gamer SDP]

[quote name='Animekatt']Thanks for this. The total came out to $25.05 with tax and free shipping. You can sign up for a free 2 month membership with them provided you pay with a credit/debit card, and being a new member.[/QUOTE]

I've created a few bn accounts just to get free shipping . didn't have to this time as I ordered 2 guides.

does anyone think Best Buy will have the guide? I'm still waiting for my unlocked packet for renewing. The 50% off guide coupon is only worth it on guides like this

 

[Blaster man]

I plan on bundling this with my UK wiz Ed of the game and listing it on ebay.

 

[Ionotropic]

Metal Gear Rising Revengeance guide by PIGGYBACK added to OP!

Also, Dead Space 3 dropped to $22.13 on Amazon and Bioshock Infinite and Tomb Raider down to $24.41.

 

[Ionotropic]

 

[Vigilante]

[quote name='Ionotropic']Metal Gear Rising Revengeance guide by PIGGYBACK added to OP!

Also, Dead Space 3 dropped to $22.13 on Amazon and Bioshock Infinite and Tomb Raider down to $24.41.[/QUOTE]

[quote name='Ionotropic']

[/QUOTE]YES YES YES YES YES YES

 

[Japakneez]

[quote name='Ionotropic']Metal Gear Rising Revengeance guide by PIGGYBACK added to OP!

Also, Dead Space 3 dropped to $22.13 on Amazon and Bioshock Infinite and Tomb Raider down to $24.41.[/QUOTE]


Gah. I was hoping Future Press would get MGR. Well, at least Piggyback is my backup choice.

 

[outerfox]

Bioshock's looks gorgeous. Man March is gonna break me from both games AND guides!

 

[AcidRain25]

Ni No Kuni guide is finally back in stock at Amazon. It's been OOS for a few months.

 

[ZxT Vendetta]

[quote name='AcidRain25']Ni No Kuni guide is finally back in stock at Amazon. It's been OOS for a few months.[/QUOTE]

Thanks for the update. I thought I had pre-ordered one but found out after it was OOS that I had not. Now I have one pre-ordered

 

[ShadowAssassin]

I have it pre-ordered at B & N as well. Which should I cancel?

 

[technicalstylez]

thx. preordered ni no kuni from amz

 

[Ionotropic]

Tomb Raider and Bioshock down to $23.91, Dead Space 3 down to $22.79 on Amazon, Ni No Kuni still available for $26.39.

 

[shivan128]

in for Ni No Kuni, thanks!

 

[outerfox]

[quote name='Ionotropic']Tomb Raider and Bioshock down to $23.91, Dead Space 3 down to $22.79 on Amazon, Ni No Kuni still available for $26.39.[/QUOTE]


Mmmm $23.91. Come on TR and Bioshock, you can make it to $20!

That's still a good deal on Ni no Kuni though, especially since Gamestop wants to charge the full MSRP for it of $40.

I swear these hardcover guides are going to be the death of my wallet.

[quote name='Sir_Fragalot']Does the Ni No Kuni guide have any art with it. As of an artbook or exclusive art?

My GF loves Ghibli and artbooks so I am debating buying the guide.[/QUOTE]

I know this is a while for an answer, but from my experience with LE guides, there are usually bits of artwork thrown in there throughout the guide. Sometimes it could be the same as in the artbooks that come with the CE of the game (Duke Nukem Forever and God of War 3's come to mind) but there can be different artwork too! There are some guides I love for the art in it anyway, like the Dragon Quest guides. I really love Toriyama's weapon and armor designs.

 

[shrike4242]

[quote name='Ionotropic']Tomb Raider and Bioshock down to $23.91, Dead Space 3 down to $22.79 on Amazon, Ni No Kuni still available for $26.39.[/QUOTE]Dead Space 3 made it down to $21.49 on 12/18/12, so that should be the price you get it for if you preordered it prior to 12/18/12.

Tomb Raider and Bioshock Infinite are at their lowest prices so far.

 

[Vinny]

Good thing Ni No is back on Amazon. Even though it's $2 more, I get Prime shipping vs paying for standard shipping at B&N.

 

[killa5k7]

Why the heck does Gamestop have to mark their Ni No Kuni guide up so much. I have a gift card that is shy of the money. Is there ANY possibility of the guide going down there?

 

[Vigilante]

[quote name='killa5k7']Why the heck does Gamestop have to mark their Ni No Kuni guide up so much. I have a gift card that is shy of the money. Is there ANY possibility of the guide going down there?[/QUOTE]Aside from pennying out or there being another 50% off all guides promotion like the one going on now, no.

 

[outerfox]

[quote name='killa5k7']Why the heck does Gamestop have to mark their Ni No Kuni guide up so much. I have a gift card that is shy of the money. Is there ANY possibility of the guide going down there?[/QUOTE]

It isn't Gamestop's price (although I'm sure they could if they would) the publisher set the price at $39.99. Most LE guides are normally priced $34.99. It's why I started ordering mine from Amazon, I'd end up saving anywhere between $10-$15+. Sure, I might have to wait a couple of days to get the guide, but it beats spending full price for it. And yes, I'm aware of the 20% off the guide you get when you buy the game and guide together at Gamestop and a Powerup Reward Member, but I still think I'm coming out a bit cheaper this way.

Unless it's a last option, I'm not buying LE guides from GS anymore.

 

[Jodou]

FYI, Ni No Kuni is eligible for a quick pick, so you can save ~$1 if you get it in your gold box!

 

[shrike4242]

[quote name='outerfox']It isn't Gamestop's price (although I'm sure they could if they would) the publisher set the price at $39.99. Most LE guides are normally priced $34.99. It's why I started ordering mine from Amazon, I'd end up saving anywhere between $10-$15+. Sure, I might have to wait a couple of days to get the guide, but it beats spending full price for it. And yes, I'm aware of the 20% off the guide you get when you buy the game and guide together at Gamestop and a Powerup Reward Member, but I still think I'm coming out a bit cheaper this way.

Unless it's a last option, I'm not buying LE guides from GS anymore.[/QUOTE]The only time I've ever bought a LE guide from GS was when they had Dark Souls down to $4.99 when I was still within my return period with someone else.

Amazon and Barnes & Noble tend to have a price dropping war on guides, so the slow dropping of prices is usually due to one of them dropping the price lower than the other and the other dropping lower to match.

Sometimes a guide will be cheaper at B&N when there's a 20% off coupon to be had, though you usually have to buy it on release date to still get the cheaper price on it as the prices tend to jack up pretty quickly after releae date at B&N.

Amazon usually ends up being the best option for release day and sometimes after release, you get lucky with a cheaper guide post-release. More times than not, they tend to go up after release, not down.

A few exceptions are out there like Duke Nukem Balls Of Steel, though that's an odd duck on more than one level.

It's always best to check pricing trends on guides on http://www.camelcamelcamel.com and set up prices watches there. You'll get price history and alerts for price drops. It's a great site and I buy the occasional item via them to get them some referral money to keep the site running.

 

[captaintek3304]

My NiNo guide was ordered on 11/14 and shows as $19.79 with a $5.79 "Promotion Applied." Is this promotion the dropping because of the preorder price guarantee? Or something else I missed somewhere?

Original price is $25.58.

 

[shrike4242]

[quote name='captaintek3304']My NiNo guide was ordered on 11/14 and shows as $19.79 with a $5.79 "Promotion Applied." Is this promotion the dropping because of the preorder price guarantee? Or something else I missed somewhere?

Original price is $25.58.[/QUOTE]Cheapest price camelcamelcamel.com has seen for it was $25.85.

That may be some promotional credit that was on your account at the time of the order. It's not tied to anything I can think of for a guide purchase.

 

[Blaster man]

[quote name='killa5k7']Why the heck does Gamestop have to mark their Ni No Kuni guide up so much. I have a gift card that is shy of the money. Is there ANY possibility of the guide going down there?[/QUOTE]

That's MSRP. See Best Buy.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Ni+No+K...1199840&skuId=7531412&st=ni no kuni&lp=2&cp=1