I’m addicted to Collector’s Editions
Hi. My name is Jermaine Pulliam and I’m addicted to collector’s editions. More specifically, I’m addicted to limited editions of anything. I’m not sure exactly when my addiction started nor do I see an end coming to this horrible problem in the foreseeable future. I can’t explain why I’m addicted to collector’s editions but I can share my experiences so that you know that you’re not alone.
There’s no doubt in my mind that this edition will be mine
Most people complained, at the start of the current generation of consoles, that video games were becoming to expensive. I however was use to paying $60 dollars for games because…well I have a problem. Remember when Halo 2 came out with the limited edition that came in a very attractive metal case? Not only did I opt to buy that version, but I also purchased the limited edition Halo themed Xbox even though I already had a Xbox sitting at home. I’ve bought both the limited edition and the legendary edition of Halo 3, the limited edition of Prey, Splinter Cell Double Agent, Stranglehold, Lost Planet, and Resident Evil 4. I know what you’re thinking and it’s ok; go ahead and judge me. I can’t honestly tell you why I purchased the limited edition of Prey, except to say my addiction is getting stronger.
You all taste like crap but I still love you
My addiction doesn’t stop at limited releases of consoles and games; it also spreads to movies, electronics, and also game related drinks. Yes, not many people can say this but I did have some of the Final Fantasy inspired drinks. With every new release, my addiction becomes more expensive. The Grand Theft Auto 4 Special Edition has already been ordered and will arrive to me from Amazon on May 1st. Why did I buy it from Amazon? Because if you order it from there, you get an exclusive license plate that you can’t get anywhere else; it cost me $89.99 plus shipping for this fix. Metal Gear Solid 4 is also coming out with a limited edition that will cost $85.00 for me to soothe my urges; I don’t even know what makes it a limited edition but it doesn’t matter. I already own a PSP and I love God of War so you can see where this is heading. That’s right, come June I will own the red Kratos themed PSP which comes with a copy of the game.
You come with some much cool stuff, how can I not buy you?
I’ve tried to stop in the past, honest! I’ve withheld my urge and didn’t get the super special versions of Gears of War, Bioshock, Oblivion, or the MGS themed PS3. I’m making progress right? Not really, because I still want all of those things I’ve mentioned. I one day hope to get control of this because I don’t know if my wallet or soul can take much more of this abuse.
I wish I still had my green Xbox. Also, where can I find this Panasonic Gamecube?
If I really had to pinpoint a reason to why I’m such a sucker for limited edition merchandise, I would have to say that I enjoy collecting things. Video games are what I do and what I want to do in life. Some people collect rocks, pogs, stamps, or coins. I collect electronic forms of entertainment. In the end I’m okay with my addiction; my guilty pleasure. I’m responsible with my money, all my bills get paid on time, and I get to indulge in what I think are the finer things in life. So if you have the same addiction I do, it’s okay. Embrace it. At least we aren’t on coke.
Jermaine :: Apr.22.2008 :: LotM News, Xbox 360, Playstation 3, Nintendo Wii, Games, Fun :: 2 Comments »
It’s funny to me that of all the games you got special editions for, you didn’t get one for Gears of War. Maybe you should get that. Just saying.
Also, what is Fallout? And why would it have a special edition?
Fallout is going to be amazing. I should write something up on that as well. This is the 3rd in the series and the first one that I’ll be playing. It has like a million endings. Things you do in the game have an effect on one another. Basically it like a Choose Your Own Adventure in game form…which is awesome.