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Elden Ring: Which Edition to Buy?
If you decide to buy Elden Ring, you’ll want to pick the right edition for your interest level and budget and this guide will help you do just that.
Elden Ring is available on PS5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, and Windows PC via Steam.
The game has received extraordinary reviews from critics and gamers alike and it should probably be on your shopping list if you’re hunting for a new game to play on your console or PC.
There are several different Elden Ring editions including a standard version, a Deluxe Edition, a Collector’s Edition, and a Premium Collector’s Edition.
Each edition comes with different bonuses at different price points.
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If you decide to buy Elden Ring, you’ll want to pick the right edition. Each edition has its pros and cons.
In this guide we’ll walk you through the editions and we’ll also tell you about the key differences between a physical and digital copy of the game.
Elden Ring Standard Edition
The Elden Ring standard edition is the most basic version of the game. For $59.99, or less, you get a copy of the game.
The standard edition is the most basic version of the game, but it’s also the cheapest. It’s the version most people should buy.
Who should buy the standard Elden Ring edition?
- Newcomers to FromSoftware games who are interested in the game, but aren’t one hundred percent sure they’ll enjoy it
- Those who don’t need a ton of extras or collectibles
You can buy it at various retailers including Amazon, Best Buy, Microsoft, and Sony.
Elden Ring Deluxe Edition
If you want a little more from your order, consider buying the Elden Ring Deluxe edition.
The Deluxe Edition is more expensive than the Standard Edition ($79.99 vs. $59.99), but you get some additional extras bundled in including a digital art book and the game’s original soundtrack.
If you love FromSoftware’s art direction and music, spending the extra money might be worth it. You can find it on sale at retailers like Amazon, Microsoft and Sony.
Elden Ring Collector’s Edition
Now here’s where things get interesting. There are two other Elden Ring bundles, but they may only appeal to diehard fans of FromSoftware games.
The first one is the Elden Ring Collector’s Edition. The Collector’s Edition comes with a bunch of extras, but it’s also a whopping $189.99 without a deal. Here’s what that gets you:
- 9-inch statue of Malenia – Blade of Miquella.
- Exclusive SteelBook featuring the Elden Ring.
- 40-page hardcover art book.
- Digital Soundtrack.
Given its hefty price, this edition should, in most cases, only be bought by collectors and huge fans of FromSoftware games. You can find the Elden Ring Collector’s Edition at retailers like Amazon.
We’ve also put together a guide that will help you track the Elden Ring Collector Edition’s stock at various retailers and it’s worth a look if you don’t want to shell out more than $189.99 for the bundle.
Elden Ring Premium Collector’s Edition
If that’s not enough, there’s also the Elden Ring Premium Collector’s Edition which comes with even more extras. Here’s what the Premium Collector’s Edition includes:
- Official Malenia helmet replica 1:1 scale.
- 9-inch statue of Malenia – Blade of Miquella.
- Exclusive SteelBook featuring the Elden Ring.
- 40-page hardcover art book.
- Digital Soundtrack.
In the United States, the Premium Collector’s Edition retails for $259.99. This makes it the most expensive Elden Ring edition by a long shot. It’s also extremely hard to find.
This edition should only be bought by collectors or, perhaps, people with kids who would absolutely love wearing a helmet from the game around the house.
Elden Ring: Digital vs. Physical
Elden Ring comes in physical and digital formats. Here are a few things to consider before you pick one or the other.
If you’re sick of discs cluttering up your house, you should go with a digital version. You’ll also want to go digital if discs sometimes go missing or get damaged in your home.
If you play a lot of different games and don’t want to pull the disc out every time you want to play, go digital. Downloading a digital copy means you’ll have easy access to the game every time you start up your console.
There are also a few reasons to go with a physical copy of Elden Ring.
If you buy a physical copy you’ll be able to sell it to GameStop or a reseller like Craigslist or eBay if you get tired of it down the road.
You’ll also be able to lend your copy out to friends or family members when you decide to move onto another game.