Standard Edition
$69.99
Digital
Most players — the full game with nothing missing.
- ✓Base game (full main story + side content + all launch systems)
- ✓Pre-order bonus: Proto-Elucidator Series weapon pack
Which Edition Should You Buy?
Last updated 2026-06-24
TL;DR
Get the Deluxe Edition ($89.99). It's the only step up that adds real gameplay —
the Expansion DLC and early Death Game Mode unlock. Standard is perfect if you just want the
full game; Ultimate and the physical Aincrad Edition are for superfans and collectors.
Prices in USD at launch. Pre-order bonus (Proto-Elucidator Series weapon pack) is included with ALL editions when purchased before release.
Deluxe Edition
$89.99
Digital
Best value — the only tier that adds real gameplay (DLC + Death Game early unlock).
- ✓Everything in Standard
- ✓Expansion DLC (post-launch story, due by Dec 31 2026)
- ✓Starter Pack: 50,000 Col, 10x Healing Potion, 10x SP Potion, 10x Mystic Crystal
- ✓Death Game Mode — early unlock
Ultimate Edition
$109.99
Digital
Superfans who want the bonus anime, artbook, soundtrack and armor.
- ✓Everything in Deluxe
- ✓Unanswered//butterfly bonus app (special anime)
- ✓Digital artbook + digital soundtrack
- ✓Armor Pack: Flutter Boots & Flutter Robes
Aincrad Edition (Physical)
$149.99
Physical (Bandai Namco Store)
Collectors — Ultimate contents on disc plus physical goods.
- ✓Ultimate Edition contents (disc)
- ✓Beanie, wall scroll, sticker sheet, patches
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