We all knew that it was coming, but here it is: the PlayStation 4's limited edition Star Wars bundle. Due out in both Europe and North America this November – with pre-orders set to open very soon – the only twist with this tempting package is that there are actually two of them. That's right, Sony's doubling down on force fever this holiday, and so it's got an option for everyone.
But first, the obvious: the Star Wars Battlefront set comes with a 500GB console, a custom DualShock 4, a deluxe edition copy of DICE's first-person shooter, and a collection of four classic Star Wars titles playable on the PS4 for the first time. These enhanced re-releases with full Trophy support will include: Super Star Wars, Star Wars: Racer Revenge, Star Wars: Jedi Starfighter, and Star Wars Bounty Hunter.
Of course, if that's not your cup of tea, then perhaps you'll prefer the Disney Infinity 3.0 package. This also includes a 500GB console, a custom DualShock 4, and the aforementioned classics – but comes packing a copy of the House of Mouse's latest toys-to-life title, as well as a Disney Infinity base, a Rise Against the Empire playset, and Luke and Leia figurines. You'll also get the PlayStation exclusive Boba Fett model.
The console itself is based upon the lighter CUH-1200 series, and comes printed with Darth Vader's face across the front. Meanwhile, the system's surface has the Star Wars logo engraved across it, creating an added texture. This same design feature is replicated across the DualShock 4's touchpad, which also has red and blue shoulder buttons to match the iconic look of the original trilogy's lead antagonist.
Last but not least, if you don't want the custom console, there'll be a standard Star Wars Battlefront bundle that will come with the game and abovementioned classics, but which will ship in basic Jet Black. The manufacturer's going the whole hog as expected with this, then – but what do you think of the design itself? Feel the force in the comments section below.
Update: The Star Wars Battlefront and Disney Infinity 3.0 hardware bundles will actually boast 1TB hard drives in Europe. They'll be 500GB in the US. There's more information through here.
[source blog.us.playstation.com, via blog.eu.playstation.com]
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Otherwise known as: a license to print money. I don't really like it that much, though - I think they could have done better.
@get2sammyb I personally like it very much but I also agree with you, they could have done better, much better.
It's nice but I think the Star Wars Edition 360 was better.
I do quite like the way the Star Wars logo is engraved across the surface. It's growing on me a bit. I still think the Batman design is the best looking model, though.
Sith is for the players.
@Morrowbie Very good. I'm stealing that one.
@get2sammyb fine, but I'm keeping 'This is for the Leias.'
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It feels they could've done so much more with this! In a way this feels kinda good so I know I made the right choice with my MGS PS4 that's coming in 2 weeks, but some shiny Stormtrooper, or cool Darth Vader, design would've been so much better than this.
Anyone understand the reasoning for just making the Circle button red like that? I think the shoulder buttons being red and blue is like light side vs dark side (like the lightsabers) but I don't get what they've done with the face buttons.
I bought the DI2.0 PS3 bundle last holiday, PS4 DI3.0 bundle this holiday kind of makes sense. Though I would really like to hold out for Nate. Maybe they'll throw in the HD trilogy.
Looks crap. That's a shame really.
I think it looks good, but the Batman PS4 is still my personal favorite, with the Destiny TK PS4 being the best overall. I was personally expecting a Death Star or Millennium Falcon inspired design.
@get2sammyb How do you feel about the MGSV special edition?
@Matroska I think it's meant to look like Darth Vader's chest plate. Or something.
@Baron_Von_Aaron Personally I'm not too keen on it, but @ShogunRok's into it.
I wish I had a reason to buy a new ps4. Although it would be even better if there was a Yoda version.
I'm most excited that super start wars is coming to ps4!
@get2sammyb Ah too bad, I think it looks amazing, if a bit garish. The gunmetal grey controller is sweet though.
Kinda wondering why they're still insisting all the bundles come with a 500gb PS4...
The star wars ppl will definitely be throwing their money at you, Sony.
The design isn't that bad in my opinion, but I'm not really a star wars fan anymore.
@Snorky me too, 500gb is definitely too small of a hdd. I had to upgrade to 2tb not to long after buying my system
@get2sammyb I stated as much. The console itself couldve been better but is decent. The controller isn't impressive but it is growing on me.
I dreamt up a Bundle that includes Steelcase For Blu Ray disc Themed like and At-At. Controller Themed like a Tie Fighter. The Console like Darth Vader but in a much more stylized and Ominous Design and finally to complete the package a PS Vita System Themed like the Death Star! Make all those retro Stars wars Games Playable on Vita. Call it the Sith Lord Edition.
And travelling further into Star Wars PS4 Fantasy Land they announce that they are indeed working on a Single Player Stars Wars game to be released alonside the 2nd Movie in this upcoming Trilogy.
Like the console but not the dual shock controller.
So much for Xbox one taking November... there is no way this thing isn't gonna sell like hotcakes.
It looks pretty cool. The Vadar art style could be a bit better, but it's still one of the better custom consoles out there. The controller is terrible with all the random colors though.
Another part of this that intrigues me is the four Star Wars games. Does this mean that they're all getting HD releases on PS4?
I'd just like the controller please. :3
Blast. That PS4 is byotiful. But the controller...not liking it all that much. @get2sammyb is right that it looks like it's trying to replicate Darth Vader's chest plate, but I'm not feeling it. Looks like a bunch of colors randomly slapped on the controller.
Overall, still a pretty awesome bundle. And if Battlefront lives up to the hype, no one should pass up on getting this if they don't already have a PS4 (and if they love Star Wars, of course)!
And can we talk about how awesome Bounty Hunter was when it came out? It was a HARD game for me as an 8 year old, but man, was it fun to fly around as Jango and use his twin pistols. Good times.
@Jaz007 Yeah, they are. No confirmation that they'll be available separately yet, but I'd be shocked if they weren't.
I would've preferred to see the Millenium Falcon on the system instead of Vader. The controller also looks like a mess with all the different colors.
This is... yeah, underwhelming. A Rebellion orange machine would have gotten my attention. And for some reason that controller is beyond ugly to me.
These bundles should mean good things for Sony for the holidays. If it'll be enough to keep PS4 ahead of Xbox One in holiday NPDs is up in the air but it should be close at least.
Also, Sony has to start releasing 1 TB models in North America, but, even 1 TB isn't enough for those of us who play a ton of games.
It's the worst one yet!
I like how they included a controller with that classic madkatz style.
I pour over SW props kind of a lot, and I fail to see how this exemplifies Vader's aesthetic. It's not like his armor, and it's not like (any of) his sabers. It's not like his vehicles or bases, and it's not a representation of his character arch. Idk what this is lol. They didn't even make the console's light bar into a lightsaber which could change color from blue to.. red. 😐
Does Circle light up? Do all the face buttons blink multiple colors?
I agree, I would have gone crazy for a Stormtrooper edition. Wink hint nudge
I actually think this looks awesome and will definitely trade my ps4 towards this. The classic Star Wars games will definitely be a fun bonus, although I would of loved revenge of the sith and the old battlefront games (Kind of obvious why there not in, I'd play them more than the new one probably )It's a trap!
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