Russian collector's editions of The Witcher 2 + pre-order
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The post has been updated based on the materials of the recent conference.

So, the official announcement has been made. The collector's edition will look the same worldwide, including Russia. Pre-orders worldwide also started today, and in Russia and Belarus, they can be made through the Softclub website. Everyone who places a pre-order will receive a key for the DLC, "Exceptional Magic Set".

The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings Collector's Edition (2499 rubles)

The collector's edition includes:

  • 1 DVD-disk with the game;

  • 1 DVD-disk with materials about the game's development;

  • 1 CD-disk with the game soundtrack;

  • Game world map;

  • Pamphlet and cursed coin;

  • Game guide;

  • User manual;

  • Artbook with colorful illustrations;

  • Geralt figurine;

  • Temerian coin;

  • Dice set;

  • Game stickers;

  • Playing cards and rule book;

  • 3 paper figures;

  • code for additional content "Duplet of Roche's Special Squad"

The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings Premium Edition (999 rubles)

The edition includes:

  • 1 DVD-disk with the game;

  • 1 DVD-disk with materials about the game's development;

  • 1 CD-disk with the game soundtrack;

  • Game world map;

  • Pamphlet and cursed coin;

  • Game guide;

  • User manual;

  • 2 paper figures;

  • access code for additional content "Last Hit Set"

Attention! The player can choose which DLC to activate in the game.

Source - SoftClub

Now let’s go into detail about each item in the collector's edition (translation from the English website)

DVD with the game

The Witcher 2 on DVD. How could it be without this?

Bonus DVD

New videos about the game’s development, as well as all trailers.

Soundtrack

Official soundtrack on CD, featuring selected music tracks from the game.

Guide

Game basics, control keys, and detailed settings.

Map

Game world map. Perfect for studying by candlelight.

Detailed guide

A game guide for all RPG fans.

Cardboard case

Packaging for the Premium edition of The Witcher 2.

Stickers

Three stickers featuring The Witcher 2 art.

Box

A box with an image of the Medallion, made of thick cardboard and designed to store the valuable contents of the collector’s edition.

Pamphlet and cursed coin

Physical versions of items from the game.

Artbook

An extensive documentary work dedicated to the graphic aspect of The Witcher 2 with descriptions and commentary. About 200 pages.

Geralt sculpture

Ultra-detailed sculpture of Geralt of Rivia’s head, created directly from the 3D model used in the game. Marble imitation.

Dice set

A set for playing in-game poker with dice (5 pieces) along with a bag.

Gambling guide

This guide teaches all the necessary tricks and techniques for winning with dice and cards.

Playing cards

Standard set, 54 cards with art from the game.

Temerian coin

One Temerian Oren, a fine piece of currency from King Foltest's era.

DLC

Downloadable additional content. Varies by shop. A list of known DLCs in this post.

Papercraft

Two unique paper figures. Collect them all!*

* The Premium edition will contain two figures, one - Geralt, and the second - a random NPC or monster. The collector's edition will have three figures, including a huge monster. A special fan quest - collect all the figures!

The release of the Russian version will take place on May 17, 2011, simultaneously with the global release; a jewel case version will also be available. Pre-ordering on the Softclub website guarantees receiving the collector’s edition, which is currently available for Russia, Belarus, and many online stores (the list will expand). I should note that the collector's edition can only be purchased via pre-order, while the premium version should go on sale freely after the release.