The ultimate ‘Mass Effect 3′ Pre-order bonus roundup
Still waiting to pre-order Mass Effect 3? Wondering what bonuses you can get? Your patience has paid off, so wonder no longer. VGW has compiled a list of the major US retailers and the various physical and digital bonuses they’re offering. Get your pre-order in soon, though. The Xbox 360 Collector’s Edition has sold out at most locations, and Bioware has stated they aren’t making any more.
Amazon
Shepard wants YOU to pre-order Mass Effect 3
- Standard Editions
- M-55 Argus Assault Rifle
- $10 Amazon.com Credit
- Digital Editions
- $10 Amazon.com Credit
- M55 Argus Assault Rifle
- Pre-load Available March 2
Gamestop
- Standard Editions & Collector’s Editions
- N7 Valkyrie Rifle (Exclusive)
- Defender Armor (Exclusive)
- M55 Argus Assault Rifle
Best Buy
- Standard Editions & Collector’s Editions
- $10-$20 Gift Card
- M55 Argus Assault Rifle (360/PS3 only)
- Free Shipping
Origin
- Standard Editions & Digital Deluxe
- M55 Argus Assault Rifle
- AT-12 Raider Shotgun (Exclusive)
PSN
- Digital Edition
- M55 Argus Assault Rifle
- Mass Effect 3 Theme (Exclusive)
Two versions already have bonus content, even if you don’t pre-order.
The Collector’s Edition comes with:
- Premium metal case featuring commemorative artwork of Commander Shepard.
- 70-page hardbound art book featuring hundreds of unique and gorgeous illustrations from the BioWare development team.
- Limited edition Mass Effect comic by Dark Horse Comics, complete with unique cover artwork.
- Join the ranks of the N7 with the premium fabric N7 patch.
- Exclusive 4×6 lithographic print featuring a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork.
- A full collection of in-game content that can’t be found anywhere else!
- N7 Arsenal Pack – Bring the firepower with the N7 Sniper Rifle, Shotgun, SMG, and Pistol.
- Robotic Dog – A faithful sidekick to keep you company on board the Normandy.
- Squadmate Alternate Outfit Pack – New appearances for your favorite squad members.
- N7 Hoodie – For Commander Shepard’s casual days on board the Normandy.
- Relive all the greatest moments of Mass Effect 3 with the digital soundtrack.
- Xbox LIVE Normandy prop for your Avatar. (Available on Xbox 360 version only.)
- Display your initiation in the N7 ranks with a collection of forum and social badges, avatars, and perk
The Digital Deluxe Edition comes with:
- 70-page digital art book featuring hundreds of unique and gorgeous illustrations from the BioWare development team.
- Limited edition digital Mass Effect comic by Dark Horse Comics, complete with unique cover artwork.
- Exclusive 4×6 lithographic digital print featuring a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork.
- N7 Arsenal Pack – Bring the firepower with the N7 Sniper Rifle, Shotgun, SMG, and Pistol.
- Normandy Robotic Dog companion.
- Squadmate Alternate Outfit Pack – New appearances for your favorite squad members.
- N7 Hoodie – For Commander Shepard’s casual days on board the Normandy.
Sam’s first gaming experience was with a View-Master Interactive Vision and “Magic on Sesame Street”. Realizing this was only a half-assed video game, she moved onto the NES and Game Gear for the “educational” experience. They must’ve been somewhat educational because you’ll mostly find her writing in our Braincandy section, making you think about the games you play.
This was extremely helpful, even though I broke down and ordered the Collector’s Edition a day ago. Curse you, Best Buy! Why can’t I have my Argus on the PC Version?
My N7 Collectors edition has been pre-ordered since September. But still cool to see what everyone is packaging with the game.
So, how do we get the content? I’ve pre-ordered and started the game. I don’t have any of the extras. They taped a number to the front of the box but nobody explained what I’m to do with that number.
What system are you playing on, and where did you pre-order ME3?
Xbox 360. EB Games (Canada)
When I opened the box, inside there was another number that the game said I needed in order to get access to some sort of EA network internally in the game. I can find no other places to enter in a code. I worry I was supposed to enter the EB Code instead of the one inside. I will be pissed if I now have to re-install (How do you even do that on the Xbox?) and replay the couple of hours I got in yesterday.
I also called EB games today and they had no idea. I’ll never pre-order again – it’s a lot of hassle, with no clear direction and for what? I costume and a gun I think. Bah humbug, they had better be really cool looking. Not that anyone but my wife will ever see it.