Product Description:
Xbox 360 features: Compared to the initial award winning PC release, the Xbox 360 edition will feature lots of new and exciting content. Additional hours of gameplay for the Xbox 360: New major adventures set in previously unseen locations, expanding the story and introducing new characters, mysteries and monsters. New Game Introduction and cinematic: All new animations and cut scenes, including a new, three and a half minute pre-rendered cinematic depicting the assassination of King Demavend of Aedirn. BAFTA Award winner and Academy Award nominee Tomasz Baginski brings this key historical event to life, setting the stage for the story told in The Witcher 2. Upgraded interface, designed specifically for the Xbox 360: Game camera and targeting have been redesigned for the Xbox, and with upgraded pad controls, players will now be able to experience fully The Witcher 2's spectacular and thrilling combat. Dark Edition content: GAME DVDs. The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings game on 2 DVDs, MAKING-OF DVD: All the cinematic materials related to game - trailers, dev diaries, gameplay footage, interviews and making-of exclusive video. WORLD MAP: A map of the game's world. THE WITCHER MEDALLION: A wolf head metal medallion on a chain. QUEST HANDBOOK: The Witcher 2 quest handbook for both novice and experienced role-playing fans. GAME MANUAL: A rulebook and interface explanation to help you get started. ARTBOOK: Extensive, 232 pages documentary of game's graphical assets with descriptions. Including concept arts, cover renders and stories behind Art of The Witcher 2. STICKERS: Three stickers with Witcher 2 graphics. DARK EDITION BOX: An elegant thick cardboard box to hold all your valuable Dark Edition contents.
Product Details:
- Amazon Sales Rank: #15873 in Video Games
- Brand: Warner Bros
- Model: 1000295439
- Published on: 2012-04-17
- Released on: 2012-04-17
- ESRB Rating: Mature
- Number of discs: 1
- Platform: Xbox 360
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: .33 pounds
Customer Reviews:
An Amazing Game. A Beautiful Presentation Of A Special Edition (Dark) By J. Figueroa
Let me start by saying that my version of the dark edition is from gamestop; the only difference is the keychain. The rest is exactly the same.
First, the Dark Edition review as a package and goodies...
Wow, I haven't seen such a beautiful package in a long time and I can tell CDPROJEKT put some thought into it, because it shows even before you open the box. The outer shell is 12.5" long, 6" tall and 4.25" wide, so it is a big box. It has a clear sleeve and that's where the "ART"starts, behind the clear sleeve, you have a 3D sculpture, of the unmistakeable witcher Wolf , carefuly painted. The outer shell, just like the sleeve, is seethrough, with the Wolf behind it, with a touch of colour to make it look like a foggy window. Simply beautiful.
That's just the box. Once you open it, the second surprise; the ART BOOK, hard cover with 231 pages of both in game and concept art. A true piece of art. Next, the making of DVD (interviews, etc) a good source of info and a good way to get to know the dudes at CDProjekt. Also included, a soft cover Quest Handbook, which should be good starter guide for those who have not played the PC version, to get to know the main character, Geralt. Next, the awesome looking medallion, made of heavy metal (probably iron), with a very long chain, very detailed. Inside the game case, there's 3 discs; one is the original game soundtrack and the other two are for the game. There's also a game manual and a map...btw, for the gamestop version, there's also a witcher wolf keychain.
Now, the game. I won't spoil it for anybody, because I truly believe this is such a gem of a game, that every single 360 owner should experience on his/her own. A work of art in graphics, sound and story. The graphics can't be maxed out as the PC version, but CDProjekt has done an outstading job, a beautiful looking game; the voice work is outstanding and the controls have been built from the ground up to fit the needs of the 360 pad, this IS NOT A CHEAP/LAZY PORT.... The story, as many of you already know, and without going any deeper into it, again, no spoilers, has you in the shoes of Geralt of Rivia, a witcher, whom posseses both sword and magic skills. The story begins with Geralt inside a prison cell, from where he will tell the story of past events....a great journey awaits, choices are followed by consequences, so think about your decisions.... I won't spoilt it, but I will tell you this... if you are still on the fence about this game. GET IT. You won't regret it. A true master piece. You will get endless hours of play time out of your purchase. Be warned however, this game deserves its M rating. So children should not be playing this. Also, if you played the PC version, like I did, do yourself a favor, do not compare graphics, the PC outshines the 360, but rightfuly so. The 360 does not have the horse power that dual or triple SLI/CrossFire high end PCS have. Still, the game looks amazing, given the limitations of the present console generation.
In conclusion, if you want a game that will challenge your mind, punish/reward your decisions, a great story with plenty of politics, sensuality and countless hours of play time, then this is the game for you.
A final note. KUDOS to CDPROJEKT, they have done an outstanding, beautiful job. Bravo. Simply.....Bravo.
P.S. If you want an opinion about the Dark Edition and its price...I can tell you, it is worth every penny. BUT, seeing how this edition was sold out and now is available through third party vendors, I would only pay and extra $40 for it tops.The Dark Edition sets the standard for CE/LE. By Roger Penn
The Witcher 2 AoK: EE
I am not going to go deeply on this game but rather focus on the packaging. This game is great. The graphic is breathtaking, the music is epic and the gameplay is solid. This game is one emotional ride. There is occasional screen tearing but it is nothing too serious that will break the game for you. The Enhanced Edition includes all of the DLC released so far on the PC version so far so you are not going to miss any content at the moment. For a more detailed review, check out metacritics.
Packaging-
Standard Edition: The Enhanced Edition version of the game comes with the Dark Edition. This edition includes the game on 2 dvds, a physical CD soundtrack, map and quest guide. This retails for $59.99 but once again is included in the Dark Edition of the game. Most games these days doesn't even include a manual so the Enhanced Edition giving you a little something to show their(CDprojekt) appreciation.
Retails: $59.99
Dark Edition: Originally announced as $79.99 I was quite upset that it was actually sold for $100 but now I understand why the price it sold for was justified. Starting with the meat of this packaging(besides the game of course) is the artbook. The book is a thick hardcover 200+ page art gallery with helpful insight of description. This is one of the higher quality book around covering almost if not all aspect of the game. I bought artbooks for $60-$80 in the past and the quality wasn't as nice. The next item you get with the Dark Edition is the chained wolf medallion. There is a bit of weight to it so I know it isn't a cheap. It looks really cool but it isn't as "3-D" as I thought it would be but rather a little flat. Finally, you have the making dvd. The making dvd includes trailers, interview and a documentation on how TW2 was enhanced for the Xbox 360. It really makes you appreciate the game more. There is also 3 stickers but it is nothing special.
Personal Breakdown of the DE Content Value:
The Witcher 2: AoK EE(w/OST, Map, Questbook) = $59.99
The Artbook = $29.99 (minimum)
Chained Wolf Medallion = $15
Making of' DVD = $5
Stickers = $0.99 (???)
The Dark Edition Box = $10
Is it worth the extra $40? I'd say yes. No doubt. Get this if you are a Witcher fan. This is what a true "collector's edition" should be. I am fed up with buying CE/LE with tons of DLC that is already on your disc. The Dark Edition actually give you items of value.
Retails: $99.991 of 1 Another Triple A rpg experience By Cash A. Echevarria
Move over Mass Effect and Elder Scrolls The Witcher 2 is here! this game is really awesome a lot of deep story elements and hardcore game play mechanics should keep you busy for weeks! and the inventory collecting is really good too!
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