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Ni No Kuni Wrath of The White Witch Wizard's Edition

PLAYSTATION 3
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Ni No Kuni Wrath of The White Witch Wizard's Edition
Namco Bandai Games1/22/2013Americas

Level-5 and Studio Ghibli's masterpiece deserved a collector's edition as enchanting as its source material, and this version of the Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch Wizard's Edition on Playstation 3 delivered with an expanded set of physical treasures. This is the Wizard's Edition that went the extra mile, packing in items that the other regional release didn't include.

The Drippy plush doll anchors the set with the same irresistible charm, and the 300-plus page hardcover Wizard's Companion book remains the crown jewel, a physical recreation of Oliver's in-game spell tome that stands as one of the finest pack-in books any collector's edition has ever produced. But this version layers on additional goodies: a Wizard's Edition coin that adds a tactile, weighted collectible to the mix, a Special Music Selection CD featuring highlights from Joe Hisaishi's stunning soundtrack, and five artwork cards showcasing the Ghibli-inspired visual style. The Golden Mite and Golden Drongo exclusive DLC familiars complete the package.

The inclusion of the Hisaishi soundtrack CD alone sets this variant apart. Having compositions from the legendary Studio Ghibli composer on a dedicated disc, paired with art cards and a commemorative coin, makes this the more complete version for collectors who want every piece of the Ni No Kuni experience in physical form. Complete sets with all inserts and the plush in good condition have become increasingly scarce. This is the version that collectors who know the difference specifically seek out.