TALES OF HEARTS R Link Edition

Bandai Namco went all in on the accessories with this one. The Tales of Hearts R Link Edition for PlayStation Vita isn't just a special edition of the beloved Tales series JRPG, it's practically a Vita starter kit themed around the game. You get an original pouch, a cradle, a face cradle cover, a cross accessory, an original protective film, and a product code for the "Tales of Hearts R Quest Clock" app.

That cradle setup is what sets this apart from most collector's editions. Instead of giving you something to put on a shelf, Bandai Namco gave you something that fundamentally changes how you interact with your hardware. The pouch and protective film mean this edition was designed for people who actually play their Vita, not just display it, though the branded cradle makes for a sharp display piece all on its own.

Tales of Hearts R was a full remake of the Nintendo DS original, rebuilt from the ground up with 3D graphics and new content, and it remains one of the stronger JRPGs in the Vita's library. The Link Edition is increasingly difficult to find complete, and given how neatly everything integrates with the hardware, missing even one piece changes the whole equation. For Tales collectors building a complete set across platforms, this is a must-have configuration.