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This is a guide to the Special Edition of Metroid Dread and the Nintendo Switch OLED - Metroid Dread Bundle on the Nintendo Switch. Read on to find out what goodies and bonuses you can receive from purchasing the Special Edition and the Nintendo Switch OLED Bundle compared to the Standard Edition, as well as how and where to purchase!
List of Contents
Special edition contents will include the following:
The Special Edition of Metroid Dread is an excellent purchase for any long-time fans of the Metroid franchise. You get a strikingly designed steel game case, as well as 5 art cards and an artbook, which contain various artworks from all 5 2D Metroid games.
All goodies included in this edition are physical items, so the Special Edition is not available for Digital Purchase. The Special Edition of the game also does not include any additional in-game content or bonuses.
Metroid Dread Special Edition is only available in selected retail outlets and is not available for Digital Purchase. It also costs $89.99, $30 more than both the Physical and Digital Standard Edition of the game.
Metroid Dread Special Edition is currently sold out in all retailers. No word on when it will be restocked or if there will be a restock.
The Nintendo Switch OLED - Metroid Dread Bundle is available at select retailers. This bundle includes the Nintendo Switch OLED model and the physical copy of Metroid Dread.
The Nintendo Switch OLED costs $349.99 and the physical copy of the game costs $59.99 if purchased separately.
| Retailer | Price | Bundle Contents |
|---|---|---|
| BestBuy | $409.98 | - Nintendo Switch OLED (White or Red/Blue) - Metroid Dread |
| GameStop | $429.97 | - Nintendo Switch OLED (White) - Metroid Dread - Switch Carrying Case - Screen Protector |
| Nintendo Store UK | £359.99 | - Nintendo Switch OLED (White) - Metroid Dread - Switch Carrying Case |
The Nintendo Switch OLED - Metroid Dread Bundle is currently sold out in all retailers. No word on when it will be restocked or if there will be a restock.
Version 2.1.0 Free Update
Updated 4/8/2022
Find out about the several new game modes added to Metroid Dread in the second free update!
Version 2.0.0 Free Update
Updated 2/10/2022
See all the new modes and other content added to the game in the first free update of Metroid Dread.
Metroid Dread Demo Guide
Updated 2/10/2022
Read about the Metroid Dread Demo and its contents, and learn how to download the demo.
Metroid Dread Review
Updated 10/29/2021
See our review and rating for Metroid Dread and find out if it is worth buying the game!
Can you Softlock?
Updated 10/22/2021
Find out if you can get softlocked in Metroid Dread.
Will There Be DLC?
Updated 2/10/2022
Find out if Metroid Dread has DLC and if there are any plans for DLC in the future.
Updates and Patch Notes
Updated 4/8/2022
See the latest patch notes and bug fixes for Metroid Dread and learn how to update your game!
Is Metroid Dread the Last Metroid Game?
Updated 11/2/2021
Learn more about the latest installment of the Metroid series and what the future may hold for Samus Aran!
Is Ridley in Dread?
Updated 10/14/2021
Find out if Ridley, the Space Pirate leader, makes an apperance in Metroid Dread!
Release Date Guide
Updated 10/4/2021
See when Metroid Dread is coming out on the Nintendo Switch for purchase!
Pre-order Guide
Updated 10/4/2021
Find out where to pre-order the game and all the pre-order bonuses you can receive!
Special Editions Guide
Updated 11/4/2021
Read about the Special Edition of the Metroid Dread and where to purchase it.
Trailers and Gameplay Videos
Updated 2/10/2022
See all the latest trailers and official gameplay videos of Metroid Dread!
Is Metroid Dread a Sequel?
Updated 10/6/2021
Learn about the other games in the Metroid franchise and find out why Metroid Dread is a sequel.
New Features Guide
Updated 10/5/2021
Read about all the new features in Metroid Dread what sets it apart from the rest of the series!
List of Characters
Updated 11/3/2021
See all the characters you will meet in Metroid Dread, including Samus Aran, and how they tie into the story.
Online Features Guide
Updated 10/4/2021
See all the available online features in Metroid Dread and if online multiplayer is available in the game.
Multiplayer Guide
Updated 10/4/2021
Find out if multiplayer or co-op features will be added Metroid Dread!
Amiibo Guide
Updated 11/3/2021
Read about all the Amiibos available for Metroid Dread and how to scan the Amiibo figures!
How to Pre-load
Updated 10/4/2021
Learn how to pre-load Metroid Dread on your Nintendo Switch and what are benefits of pre-loading.
Is Draygon in Metroid Dread?
Updated 11/2/2021
A creature found in the background of Dairon bears a resemblance to Draygon, and may be a reference to the boss.
Story and Plot Summary
Updated 11/3/2021
Learn more about Samus Aran's mission to planet ZDR!
Where to Buy Metroid Dread Special Edition and Nintendo Switch OLED Metroid Dread Bundle
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