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http://news.xbox.com/2014/02/games-titanfall-special-edition-bundle

To celebrate the launch of “Titanfall”, we wanted to do something special. For those of you who are already fans of Xbox One, we hope this will encourage more of your friends to join you on day one for “Titanfall” on Xbox One. If you’ve been waiting for the biggest game of the generation before purchasing your Xbox One, this special, limited time offer is perfect for you. In partnership with Respawn Entertainment and Electronic Arts, we’re excited to announce the Xbox One “Titanfall” Bundle, available starting March 11 for $499.99* at select retailers.

Now available for pre-order, the bundle includes:

Download code for a digital copy of “Titanfall”
Standard Xbox One console and Kinect sensor
Standard Xbox One wireless controller
Standard Xbox One Chat Headset
One month Xbox Live Gold membership


Of course, this is an incredible deal, only offered to celebrate the launch of Titanfall, for a limited time. We expect these special bundles will sell out quickly. You can learn more about this special offer here.

 

[FrankT]

That's not happening.

It's happening.

Actually no it's not.


Only one insider to trust around here anymore and it ain't Cboat or Famous.

 

[Meier]

Predicted this in the post NPD thread. Said this was their only option if they didn't yank the Kinect and go to $400.

Until the Xbone drops to $400, it'll continue to get hammered. People just don't care about Kinect. The stuff it offers is never going to be worth paying $100 more. $500 with Titanfall included may make up for it a bit.

http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=100706831&postcount=657

 

[Neuromancer]

Shame it's not that cool design we saw earlier. And not even a Titanfall controller, what's up with that?

 

[BadWolf]

So not only did they pay a ton to keep it from appearing on Playstation but they are giving it away for free now?

Nice.

 

[Skeff]

That's not happening.

It's happening.

Actually no it's not.


Only one insider to trust around here anymore and it ain't Cboat or Famous.

If your talking about ntkrnl, this isn't a titanfall branded console, so he is wrong, also this thread is old.

 

[ekim]

Does it read 40GB required for Titanfall on the lower right corner?

 

[Milennia]

Does it read 40GB required for Titanfall on the lower right corner?

yeah.

 

[DarkoMaledictus]

I think they don't count PC being a huge threat to their sales... for me if its pc I always get it there and bypass the console version. Pc to me means ultimate version and because they still release the games I want on pc I do not need to buy a "next gen" console yet. Now lets keep that a secret between you and me...

 

[Neuromancer]

Does it read 40GB required for Titanfall on the lower right corner?

"Up to 40GB"

 

[DieH@rd]

Does it read 40GB required for Titanfall on the lower right corner?

Yes.

 

[marz1988]

This should be a system seller, i just don't think it will actually sell them.

 

[Frayne Daddy]

This is a good deal. No complaints at all. Id be glad the system isn't themed personally

 

[bill0527]

I'd jump.

If I was on the fence.

 

[E92 M3]

Great incentive for the folks waiting for Titanfall.

 

[DrEvil]

I always thought those that had gotten a "Day One" edition of the console should get deals on digital downloads, like 10% off all future purchases.

Kinda sucks that Titanfall beta was the first time I used my Xbox One since December, and now they're offering it free to new purchases. Wonderful job, MS.

 

[jgf]

I think they don't count PC being a huge threat to their sales... for me if its pc I always get it there and bypass the console version. Pc to me means ultimate version and because they still release the games I want on pc I do not need to buy a "next gen" console yet. Now lets keep that a secret between you and me...

It looks really nice on PC, but there are 2 issues - at least for me: Fear of cheats (aimbots) and its hard to play competitively with a gamepad in a mixed kb+m / gamepad environment. So console versions are more "balanced" in that regard.

I think its a great deal and essentially a 60$ price cut.

 

[LiK]

This is a good bundle to move systems.

 

[Dyno]

So not only did they pay a ton to keep it from appearing on Playstation but they are giving it away for free now?

Nice.

This awful truth makes me feel bad. These industry maneuvers are crappy for gamers.

 

[zma1013]

I guess they spent so much money on Titanfall exclusivity that they had no money left over for a custom Xbone paint job?

 

[Colonel Nasty]

I believe in ntkrnl

 

[Caayn]

No special skin

 

[Stumpokapow]

If your talking about ntkrnl, this isn't a titanfall branded console, so he is wrong, also this thread is old.

This not being a Titanfall branded console doesn't mean someone who posts that MS was internally kicking around a Titanfall-branded console is wrong. It means they ultimately decided (presumably for production capacity reasons) to use the same console but branded external packaging for the bundle

 

[Barzul]

Damn should have waited for this. Oh well still got Xbox One cheaper than MSRP.

 

[Nugg]

This not being a Titanfall branded console doesn't mean someone who posts that MS was internally kicking around a Titanfall-branded console is wrong. It means they ultimately decided (presumably for production capacity reasons) to use the same console but branded external packaging for the bundle

Exactly. It's probably just a sleeve on already produced units, with a download code inserted in the box. Much easier to produce than a brand new SKU

 

[statham]

Surprise they did this for Titanfall's launch. Good move.

 

[SoupyFlow]

Still not interested.

 

[BronsonLee]

I said this in the other thread, but I like this a lot. Hungry MS is best MS

 

[JCizzle]

Damn, just did the target deal for a $50 gift card too . Only losing out on ten bucks I guess.

 

[udiie]

I always thought those that had gotten a "Day One" edition of the console should get deals on digital downloads, like 10% off all future purchases.

Kinda sucks that Titanfall beta was the first time I used my Xbox One since December, and now they're offering it free to new purchases. Wonderful job, MS.

It's like you and I are one in the same. Wish I felt some satisfaction in my purchase back in November.

 

[ricen-beans]

Calling it the "biggest game of the generation" is a bit hyperbolic. But whatever. They want to sell these consoles and I hope they do well.

 

[alr1ght]

If they supposedly have a bunch of old stock available of the normal green box, why would stores order these again?

 

[aparisi2274]

the link in the OP is blocked at my job... can someone tell me if they list the "select" retailers?

 

[Hoo-doo]

Good move. Shame it's a digital copy, but beggars can't be choosers.

 

[venne]

WTT 'day one' achievement for Titanfall.

 

[entremet]

Good move. Shame it's a digital copy, but beggars can't be choosers.

I actually prefer it. Easier to boot up. Especially for a multiplayer shooter.

 

[Curufinwe]

the link in the OP is blocked at my job... can someone tell me if they list the "select" retailers?

Amazon is one of them.

 

[Killer]

$440 for xbone...not bad. or you can buy 360 and save $200.

 

[jbug617]

the link in the OP is blocked at my job... can someone tell me if they list the "select" retailers?

As of right now

Amazon
Microsoft Store

 

[antitrop]

Calling it the "biggest game of the generation" is a bit hyperbolic. But whatever. They want to sell these consoles and I hope they do well.

Yeah, just like GRAW was the biggest game of the generation back in 2006!

 

[mikey1123]

I said they would do this, but i thought it would be 3 months of xbox live. Still too expensive for me to buy.

 

[BoboBrazil]

This will allow MS to hit their financial target of 5 million consoles shipped most likely by sending more stock to stores instead of just selling previous xbones.

 

[Doug Heffernan]

If there was no 360 version I'd be all over this.

 

[Prine]

If your talking about ntkrnl, this isn't a titanfall branded console, so he is wrong, also this thread is old.

Not at all. He announced this before anyone, what happens to design and concept is irrelevant, he pointed to a bundle pack in, many were doubting this as its too late...low and behold MS announce exactly what he mentioned.

 

[Chobel]

How limited will it be?

 

[Riedinizzo]

Damn just bought an xb1 from the ms store a few weeks ago. I wonder if I contact customer service if they'd hook up a download code. Doubtful, but worth a shot.

Good deal if you're on the fence . I've been pretty impressed with my xbox so far, the UI has a ways to go IMHO and the huge title updates are a pain but this is a console with a lot of potential and some strong launch games. It's getting more use then my PS4.

 

[MikeE21286]

Of course I should have watied

 

[dazzlerazzle]

2 little 2 late

 

[Sola Scriptura]

Entirely expected as 1) a way still to force Kinect before a Kinect-less SKU by the end of the year, and 2) move units.

Still, won't even make a dent in terms of catching up to Sony's current PS4 sales.

 

[entremet]

Calling it the "biggest game of the generation" is a bit hyperbolic. But whatever. They want to sell these consoles and I hope they do well.

It is Xbox PR. Kinda par for the course. Can't blame them for hyping their own products. It's their job.

I'd be more concerned if this was written by a media site.