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Sony has officially unveiled the U.S. collector’s edition for God of War Laufey, priced at $149.99. The bundle features a Faye statue, a 51-card Oracle deck, and a mini artbook. Notably, the package does not contain the game itself, as the software must be purchased separately.
The inclusion of a resin statue, bespoke illustrated cards, and concept art materials aims to justify the premium cost. While exact dimensions for the Faye statue remain unlisted, similar collectibles typically retail between $50 and $200. The bundle is scheduled for release on Feb. 16, 2027.
Polygon notes that this release follows a broader industry trend of selling merchandise-heavy bundles without game software, citing a similar $399.99 collector’s box for Grand Theft Auto 6. Critics suggest these offerings reflect a shift toward an all-digital future, particularly as Sony plans to cease physical game production by 2028.
Although God of War Laufey will offer a physical disc release, the exclusion of the game from its collector’s edition is viewed as a bleak indicator of how companies may prioritize selling trinkets over physical media as the industry moves away from traditional game distribution.
