One of the biggest releases of 2016, Dark Souls 3, will be getting Collector’s and Day One editions. So are the special bundles worth buying if you are looking forward to the upcoming action role-playing game? Before you decided on the latest Dark Souls products, let’s take a look at a few possible factors that could sway your purchasing decision is one way or another.
About Dark Souls 3
First let’s talk a little bit about the videogame. Dark Souls 3 does not deviate too far from the previous games in the series. Old and new players can expect a difficult, but often times fair, experience with an action combat system that takes into account stamina with every attack, dodge and shielding.
One of the main changes, when compared to Dark Souls 2, is that there is now a general magic meter (similar to Demon’s Souls) instead of allotted amount to spells. Just like your health, you will need an Estus Flask (separate from your HP restoring one) in order to restore your magic meter. The other major change is the speed as you character will move quickly and smoother in a similar manner to Bloodborne.
In terms of new features, the upcoming game will be adding Battle Arts, special abilities that are tied to specific weapons. Thus, gamers will be able to use one of his or her weaponries to launch enemies in the air while others will let you hit harder with a power stance.
With Hidetaka Miyazaki taking over the directorial duties once again (he was the main director behind Demon’s Souls, Dark Souls and Bloodborne), Dark Souls 3 is shaping up to be the best installment in the series yet.
Pricing
Fortunately, you don’t have to pay anything extra to get the Day One Edition as long as you purchase the first print run of the videogame on PlayStation 4 and/or Xbox One. You can check out the price tags of the action role-playing game with the following links on Amazon: PS4 version and Xbox One version.
On the other hand, the Collector’s Edition is very pricey. Check out its price tags with the following pages: PS4 version and Xbox One version.
Day One Edition Extras
The biggest extra in the day one edition is the official soundtrack. The CD should come with 24 songs from the videogame, which should feature plenty of haunting and epic tracks that set the mood. The other extras include an exclusive o-sleeve cover in addition to a starter edition of the official Prima Games strategy guide (if you are interested, you can check out the various versions of the full release of the book with the following links: Game Guide, Collector’s Edition Game Guide and Estsus Flask Edition Game Guide). Take a look at all the extras included in the package with the image below this paragraph.
As you can see, the Dark Souls 3: Day One Edition comes with plenty of free content. 
Collector’s Edition Extras
The collector’s edition comes with the same soundtrack and starter guide as the Day One Edition. Exclusive to this bundle is a cloth map, official art book, steel book case along with a 10-inch Red Knight statue. You can check out what the Collector’s Edition looks like below this paragraph.
So while Dark Souls 3 Collector’s Edition is the more expensive option, you do get a lot more extras when compared to both the Day One and standard editions of the videogame. 
Recap
The third mainline Dark Souls installment is looking like the another excellent game in the acclaimed series. If you are planning on buying the sequel, we suggest getting it during the first print run as it comes with some great exclusive xtras (cloth map, official art book, steel book case and a Red Knight statue) at no additional costs. You can preorder the Day One Edition with the following links: PS4 version and Xbox One version.
If you are a collector and/or a hardcore fan of the series, you might want to consider buying the Dark Souls 3 Collector’s Edition as it comes with even more bonuses. Find the bundle with the following pages: PlayStation 4 version and Xbox One version.
Dark Souls 3 will be released on the 12th of April in the North American region.
