Electronic Arts and Bioware’s newest game is Anthem. A brand new property that has hints of a massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) mixed with a traditional action title. It looks and feels more like Destiny than Knights of the Old Republic, for example. The new title offers gamers a shared-world action-RPG, where you and your friends act as Freelancers. People who take command of Iron Man like suits called Javelins, and who have the courage to leave civilisation behind in order to explore a landscape of primeval beauty.
Anthem is set for release from 22 February 2019. As such, many eager gamers are inevitably wondering what editions will best suit their wallets and needs. As such, we have put together this handy Anthem editions guide.
Of course, as with any game out there, Anthem comes in a few flavours. It features a Standard Edition and a Legion of Dawn Edition. Along with these two bundles, everyone who pre-orders the game (that is before it unlocks for play) or who subscribes to EA Access/EA Origins will also have early access to a demo of the game.
Anthem – Standard Edition
The Standard Edition of Anthem is, as you might expect, just the base game and not much more. This version of the game is available in both physical and digital options. If the game is pre-ordered, gamers will have access to the following pre-order incentives:
- VIP access to pre-launch demos
- The Ranger Legion of Dawn Armor Pack
- Legendary weapon
- Founders player banner
Physical
It is worth noting that the ‘physical’ version of the game for personal computers (PC) is a code in a box, sans disc.
Anthem Standard Edition – Physical – R970
Digital
Anthem Standard Edition – Digital – PC: R950 | Xbox: R999 | PlayStation: R999
Anthem – Legion of Dawn Edition
The Digital Deluxe Edition version of Anthem is known as the Legion of Dawn Edition. It includes the main game and a few extra digital bonuses. Just like the standard edition, this version of the game is available in both physical and digital options. If the game is pre-ordered, gamers will have access to the following pre-order incentives:
- VIP access to pre-launch demos
- Founders player banner
The Legion of Dawn Edition also features the following exclusive digital items:
- The complete set of Legion of Dawn Armor Packs (Ranger, Colossus, Storm and Interceptor)
- Legendary weapon
- Ranger Javelin gear attachment
- Digital soundtrack
Physical
It is worth noting that the ‘physical’ version of the game for personal computers (PC) is a code in a box, sans disc.
Anthem Legion of Dawn Edition – Physical – R1150
Digital
Anthem Legion of Dawn Edition – Digital – PC: R1150 | Xbox: R1199 | PlayStation: R1199
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