Batman: Arkham Asylum is available on the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3, however, there will also be a PC version released a little later in the month. This guide covers the console versions only. Like most big name games these days, Arkham Asylum has been released in two different packs – a Standard Edition and Collector’s Edition. The Standard Edition is of course just the standalone game and normally retails for $119.95. The Collector’s Edition has a suggested retail price of $149.95, and contains a copy of the game, a 14" Batarang with stand, a behind-the-scenes DVD, a journal detailing the cell-mates of Arkham Asylum, and a code to download a bonus Challenge map.
Because of the relatively high suggested retail price, some of you may be disappointed to learn the game isn’t being sold below $80 anywhere. In fact, the best price we were able to find was at Gametraders, who are charging $89.97. The next best option is Kmart, where you can pick the game up for $94. Sadly, no one appears to have the Collector’s Edition on sale, which is a major bummer for Batman enthusiasts. It is worth mentioning, however, that Dick Smith is running a promotion where if you purchase the new PlayStation 3 Slim console for $499 you’ll receive the standard edition for FREE – certainly better than the other PS3 Slim deals running at the moment.
In case your wallet doesn’t want to take such a huge hit, there are three trade-in deals available. By trading-in one eligible title at GAME, you can walk out of the store with the standard edition for just $49.95. Similarly, if you trade-in two eligible titles at EB Games you can walk out with the standard edition for $39.95. Finally, JB is offering the standard edition for FREE when you trade-in three games - as always be sure to check their exclusions list (.pdf file) before charging into your local store.
A full list of specials can be found below. If you have anything to add to this list please email joseph.rositano@palgn.com.au or leave a message in the comments section. Prices were correct at time of publishing but are subject to change.
Big W
Standard: $98
Dick Smith
PS3 Slim bundle: Includes the new PlayStation 3 Slim and Batman: Arkham Asylum (standard) for $499
EB Games
Standard: $119.95 or $39.95 when you trade-in two eligible games*
Collector’s: $149.95
*Exclusions apply. Click here for an eligible titles list.
GAME
Standard: $119.95 or $49.95 when you trade-in one eligible game*
Collector’s: $149.95
Exclusions apply. Click here for a list of eligible trade-in games.
Gametraders
Standard: $89.97
JB Hi-Fi
Standard: $99 or FREE when you trade-in three games*
*Exclusions apply. Games must be for same console. For a complete list of excluded titles, click here (.pdf file).
Kmart
Standard: $94
Target
Standard: $95
Wow – Sight and Sound
Standard: $98
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