Fallout 76: Which Edition to Buy? is a post by Adam Mills from Gotta Be Mobile.
The Fallout 76 release date is confirmed and retailers are going to offer two versions of the game ahead of its arrival. In this guide we’ll take you through both versions and help you decide which Fallout 76 Edition is right for you.
Bethesda’s finally revealed Fallout 76, an online game that puts players into the shoes of a vault dweller from Vault 76.
Fallout 76 will feature a massive map (four times the size of Fallout 4), quests, familiar Fallout-style combat, and base building called C.A.M.P. The game can be played alone, but you’ll also be able to team up with a group of friends or strangers to traverse West Virginia.
If that sounds like fun, you might be thinking about putting in a pre-order. Fallout 76 pre-orders are live and Bethesda and its retail partners are selling the standard version of the game and a far more expensive Power Armor Edition. It’s this year’s Pip-Boy Edition.
If you decide to pre-order a copy of Fallout 76 you’ll want to pre-order the correct version for you and your budget.
Fallout 76 Standard Edition
The standard edition of Fallout 76 is the most basic version. It starts at $60, but you should be able to find a deal through a site like Amazon or NewEgg ahead of the game’s launch on November 14th.
As of right now there don’t appear to be any pre-order bonuses attached to the standard version of the game though you will get access to the game’s beta when it lands. We don’t have an official release date for the beta just yet.
The standard edition comes with the least amount of items, but it’s the cheapest version of Fallout 76 by a long shot. Here’s who should buy the standard version of the game:
- Newcomers to the series.
- People who don’t have a ton of time to play games and aren’t sure how much time they can or want to invest in an online RPG.
Fallout 76 Power Armor Edition
Bethesda offered two versions of Fallout 4: A standard edition and the Pip-Boy Edition. The Pip-Boy Edition included a real Pip-Boy and sold out within weeks of Bethesda’s E3 showcase.
This time around, Bethesda and its partners are selling a Fallout 76 Power Armor Edition. The Power Armor Edition requires a $200 investment without a deal, but it comes with a lot more than the standard version.
The Fallout 76 Power Armor Edition includes:
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Full-Scale Wearable T-51 Power Armor Helmet with West Tek Canvas Carrying Bag: This wearable helmet faithfully replicates the in-game model and comes complete with voice modulator speaker, functioning LED head lamp and custom V.A.T.S. sound feature.
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Glow-in-the-Dark World Terrain Map: This physical, fully-colorized 21”x 21” glow-in-the-dark vintage map showcases the six distinct regions of West Virginia complete with irradiated landmarks, towns and wildlife.
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24 Collectible Fallout Figurines: Crafted from in-game 3D models, these detailed miniatures bring Fallout 76’s Vault Dwellers, Power Armored Soldiers, Creatures and more to life.
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Tricentennial Steelbook: Exclusive to the Power Armor Edition, this decorated metal case is the ultimate collectible celebrating America’s 300 years of freedom.
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Fallout 76 Tricentennial Edition Bonus In-Game Items: Celebrate 300 years of freedom with the all-new Fallout 76 Tricentennial Edition, commemorating the opening of Vault 76. Be the talk of the town when you emerge from Vault 76 fully prepared and patriotically styled in the new American frontier!
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Access to the Fallout 76 B.E.T.A. (Break-It Early Test Application): Be one of the first to emerge into a new and untamed wasteland.
In addition to these items, it also includes a copy of Fallout 76.
Once the bundle goes on sale, it doesn’t appear to be live on Bethesda just yet, some of you will want to act quickly. Bethesda says supply is limited which means we could see a sellout before the game’s release date.
So who should buy the Power Armor Edition? Simple: Huge fans of the Fallout series who love collectibles.
If you aren’t a Fallout fanatic, you’re better off spending $60 (or less) on a standard copy of the game.
Digital vs. Physical
You’ll also need to decide between a physical copy or a digital copy .
If you buy the game with a disc, you’ll be able to sell it to a retailer like GameStop for credit toward another game once you start getting bored with Fallout 76’s world. You’ll also be able to sell the game for cash on sites like eBay or Craigslist if you prefer cold hard cash.
If you buy the physical edition you’ll be able to easily lend the game to a friend, family member, or co-worker if they want to try before buying or if you simply want to take a break.
If you buy the digital version of Fallout 76, you’ll be able avoid damage to a disc and cut down on the clutter around your entertainment center.
If you’re the type of person who misplaces discs or if you’re someone who lives with a destructive child, think about going with a digital copy.
There’s also that convenience factor. Instead of having to pull out the Fallout 76 disc from a case or sleeve every time you want to play, you’ll be able to jump right in once your console boots up.
Fallout 76: Which Edition to Buy? is a post by Adam Mills from Gotta Be Mobile.
