City of Villains Collector's Edition announced

As consumers await the October release of new MMO City of Villains, publisher NCSoft Europe has announced an exclusive Collector's Edition version, which will be available through pre-order and at launch.

In addition to the highly anticipated game, the Collector's Edition will contain seven limited edition HeroClix figurines (three heroes and four villains), a map of the The Rogue Isles, two exclusive in-game items and a book featuring artwork from both City of Villains and previously released City of Heroes.

Those who opt for the Collectors Edition, which will retail at GBP 44.99 (EURO 64.99), will also receive two sets of codes providing a free 14 day trial of companion game City of Heroes.

Early adopters who wish to pre-order either the standard game for GBP 29.99 (EURO 44.99) or the Collector's Edition may also enjoy numerous additional benefits, as retailers support the title's launch with exclusive merchandising packages.

Both Game and HMV will be offering pre-order customers exclusive posters, artwork, wallpapers, storyline information, maps and digital comics, as well as Beta access to begin playing the game two days before the official launch.

City of Villains is the designed both as a stand alone game, and to run in conjunction with NCSoft's previous MMO title, City of Heroes.