Watch_Dogs Release Date and Collector’s Editions Details Revealed

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Ubisoft announced that its highly anticipated title Watch_Dogs will hit store shelves in the UK on November 22, 2013 on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, WiiU, PC, as well as at the launch of PlayStation 4. The game is also planned for other next generation consoles, so don’t worry if you’re holding out for the “next box”.

Details on the collector’s editions have also been announced. That’s right we said editions, as Watch_Dogs will have 4 different collector’s editions for you to choose from, offering a variety of digital and physical content allowing for a deeper immersion in the Watch_Dogs universe: the Dedsec Edition; the Vigilante Edition; the Uplay Exclusive Edition and the Special Edition.

Prepare yourselves for a wall of information, as here come the details of all four collectors editions.

The Dedsec Edition (available at select UK retailers)

This premium edition includes:

Ø Physical content:
– A 23cm Aiden Pearce Figurine
– Steelbook™
– DedSec Collector box
– Watch_Dogs Artbook: artworks and illustrations that inspired the game
– Original soundtrack of the game
– Watch_Dogs map of Chicago
– Set of 4 collectible cards: discover Watch_Dogs iconic characters through augmented reality
– Set of 3 exclusive badges

Ø Digital content: 3 single payer missions with up to almost 60 minutes of additional gameplay:
– Palace Pack: A police raid is planned on the luxury palace of an Internet mogul. His impressive databanks have intimate details on thousands of people…including Aiden Pearce. Break inside, wipe those hard drives and escape before the raid begins.
Rewards unlocked upon completion of the ULC mission: investigation bonus allows gamers to unlock more investigative opportunities inside the network databanks, and ATM hack boost which boost the cash rewards when hacking bank accounts.

– Signature Shot: A biometrics weapon has been smuggled into Chicago for a captain of the Black Viceroys gang. The weapon only works for the first person who holds the gun. Breach a stronghold, steal the package and be the first to hold the weapon.
Rewards unlocked upon completion of the ulc mission: black viceroys gang colours outfit and biometric assault rifle.

– Breakthrough Pack: A secret gathering is underway. The Chicago Club is negotiating power with Corporate CEOs. The Club has hired scramblers to block surveillance devices. Drive around the city to find the scramblers and take them out. Retrieve all names from the meeting and upload their images to the world.
Rewards unlocked upon completion of the ULC mission: vehicle expert perk allowing players to get free vehicles from underground car contact and earn discounts on select cars.

The Vigilante Edition (available exclusively at Game in the UK and GameStop in Ireland)

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This edition includes physical items to replicate Aiden Pearce’s iconic look:

Ø Physical content:
– Vigilante Collector box
– Aiden Pearce’s cap
– Aiden Pearce’s mask
– Original soundtrack of the game

Ø Digital content: 1 single payer mission:
– Palace Pack: A police raid is planned on the luxury palace of an Internet mogul. His impressive databanks have intimate details on thousands of people…including Aiden Pearce. Break inside, wipe those hard drives and escape before the raid begins.
Rewards unlocked upon completion of the ULC mission: investigation bonus allows gamers to unlock more investigative opportunities inside the network databanks, and ATM hack boost which boost the cash rewards when hacking bank accounts.

The Uplay Exclusive Edition (available exclusively via the Uplay website)

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This exclusive edition is available only on the Uplay website, and includes:

Ø Physical content:
– Exclusive Steelbook™

Ø Digital content: 3 single payer missions with up to almost 60 minutes of additional gameplay:
– Palace Pack: A police raid is planned on the luxury palace of an Internet mogul. His impressive databanks have intimate details on thousands of people…including Aiden Pearce. Break inside, wipe those hard drives and escape before the raid begins.
Rewards unlocked upon completion of the ULC mission: investigation bonus allows gamers to unlock more investigative opportunities inside the network databanks, and ATM hack boost which boost the cash rewards when hacking bank accounts.

– Signature Shot: A biometrics weapon has been smuggled into Chicago for a captain of the Black Viceroys gang. The weapon only works for the first person who holds the gun. Breach a stronghold, steal the package and be the first to hold the weapon.
Rewards unlocked upon completion of the ulc mission: black viceroys gang colours outfit and biometric assault rifle.

– Breakthrough Pack: A secret gathering is underway. The Chicago Club is negotiating power with Corporate CEOs. The Club has hired scramblers to block surveillance devices. Drive around the city to find the scramblers and take them out. Retrieve all names from the meeting and upload their images to the world.
Rewards unlocked upon completion of the ULC mission: vehicle expert perk allowing players to get free vehicles from underground car contact and earn discounts on select cars.

The Special Edition (available exclusively at Game in the UK)

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This special edition features an exclusive single player mission:

Ø Digital content: 1 single player mission:
– Breakthrough Pack: A secret gathering is underway. The Chicago Club is negotiating power with Corporate CEOs. The Club has hired scramblers to block surveillance devices. Drive around the city to find the scramblers and take them out. Retrieve all names from the meeting and upload their images to the world.
Rewards unlocked upon completion of the ULC mission: vehicle expert perk allowing players to get free vehicles from underground car contact and earn discounts on select cars.

The Watch_Dogs editions can be pre-ordered at the retailers indicated above and at UBIShop® by visiting: http://shop.ubi.com/WatchDogs

Are you looking forward to Watch_Dogs? Will you be picking up any of the special editions and if so, which one? Let us know in the comments below.