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Final Fantasy XIII Lightning Edition Bundle

PLAYSTATION 3
Final Fantasy XIII Lightning Edition Bundle
Square Enix5/27/2010Asia

Lightning struck twice with this one. The Final Fantasy XIII Lightning Edition Bundle for PlayStation 3 pairs the game with a ceramic white DualShock 3 controller featuring a pink stencilled image of Lightning herself. It's a clean, elegant design that doesn't scream "video game peripheral" from across the room, which is exactly why collectors want it.

This PS3 bundle also includes a PlayStation Network card for one of four Premium Avatar DLC types, adding a small digital bonus to what's primarily a hardware collector's piece. The real draw here is that controller. Custom-colored PS3 controllers were a rarity outside of Japan, and one tied to a mainline Final Fantasy release carries serious weight on any display shelf.

The ceramic white finish with that subtle pink Lightning silhouette hits a sweet spot between understated and unmistakable. For FF collectors building a complete XIII shrine, this bundle is a non-negotiable piece of the puzzle. The controller alone has become a sought-after item as PS3 hardware grows scarcer by the year.

Whether you display it sealed or keep it behind glass, this is the kind of console-era collectible that reminds us physical media came with real, tangible rewards.