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24.10.2023 - 20:03 / gematsu.com / Annapurna Interactive / Interactive / Nintendo
iam8bit and Annapurna Interactive have announced Annapurna Interactive Deluxe Limited Edition Collection for Switch, which includes 12 titles on a single cartridge for $199.99. It is limited to 2,500 copies. Pre-orders are available now at the iam8bit online store.
The 12 titles included in the collection are as follows:
The collection also includes an exclusive hardcover cloth-bound art book with spreads celebrating each game, as well as a creator statement from the individual developers. The book and game case slide into a premium slipcase with Annapurna Interactive’s logo. It also includes an exclusive Annapurna Interactive Switch console and cartridge case.
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