ININ Games and STUDIOARTDINK have announced that all three limited editions of Wonder Boy – Asha in Monster World are now for sale. All three limited editions are only available on PS4 and Nintendo Switch through the strictly limited Game Partner Shop. Limited and regular retail editions of Wonder Boy – Asha in Monster World will be released in 2021.
In case you’ve missed it so far, Wonder Boy – Asha in Monster World is a fully remastered version of the famous Wonder Boy IV, released in 1994. Development of the game is led by Ryuichi Nishizawa, creator of the Wonder Boy series, who is also assisted by members of the original development team. The development team also consists of Shinichi Sakamoto (sound), Maki Ōzora (character design) and Takanori Kurihara (creative management).
The franchise may be old, but the developer is definitely working to make this game the perfect mix of modern and classic. In the game Asha decides to leave her village to save the missing ghosts and at the same time save the world. She has a blue flying friend, Pepelogo, who helps her in her adventures. The new version remains faithful to the classic name, but also offers some modern features such as :
- For the first time in my life: The voices of the characters
- Revised graphics with a new 2.5D design
- New dynamic and impressive plans and animations
- Game sounds and soundtrack remastered by Shinichi Sakamoto
- Extra easy mode so everyone can enjoy the game.
Fans of the franchise will be pleased to know that the original Monster Hunter World IV is also included in all physical editions. It is included with the Nintendo Switch cartridge and will be the exclusive download code for Asha’s PS4 disc version in Monster World. There are now three limited edition Wonder Boy – Asha games coming to Monster World.
From the very first editions, limited physical editions have been capped at 3,500 for the Nintendo Switch and 1,700 for the PS4 worldwide. It costs 39.99 euros and is accompanied by the following items
- Wonderboy: Asha in Monster World (PS4/NSW)
- Monster World IV Original Game (PS4/NSW)
- Manual (mega age type)
- Coverage of the rear variant
- Unique number
Then we have the collector’s edition of the game, which costs 99.99 pounds and is limited to 2500 for the Nintendo Switch and 1200 for the PS4 version of the game. It comes with the following gifts:
- Wonderboy: Asha in Monster World (PS4/NSW)
- Monster World IV Original Game (PS4/NSW)
- Manual (mega age type)
- CE box
- two-sided poster
- A map of the world of monsters
- 2 OST (Original + Remix)
- Ashley’s ball is weak.
- Sticker
- Art book
- Shikishi
- Acrylic stendi
- Fridge magnet
- Masher
Finally, we have the Mega Collector’s Edition for the game. The price is €179.99, €999 for the Nintendo Switch and €499 for the PS4. This unique edition focuses on the origins of the game and contains everything from the Collector’s Edition plus :
- Asha and Pepelogo Figurina (18 cm / 7.1 in)
- Mega-drive / Genesis-style plastic housing with reversible insert
- Console type package
- Certificate of authenticity
- Asha Pixel Pin
- Retro-style registration card
- A vinyl sticker for your console.
If you like music and vinyl, you will be happy to know that there is also a limited edition of two vinyl records with the original soundtrack and the remastered soundtrack. It is limited to 499 pieces and is only available in the shop for 49.99 euros.
You can now go to the store of the Strictly Limited Games partner and pre-order the game before it expires.
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