Publisher ININ Games and developer Studio Artdink have announced three very limited collector’s editions for Wonder Boy: Asha in Monster World.
All three limited collector’s editions will be available exclusively via the Strictly Limited Games Partner Store, and pre-orders launch today.
Here’s a rundown on the various editions:
Original Monster World IV included
The beloved original Monster World IV is included in all physical editions. Monster World IV is featured on the cartridge for Nintendo Switch and will be an exclusive download code that comes with the PS4 disc version of Asha in Monster World..
Exclusive, physical editions
The Limited Edition is available for €39.99, limited to 3,500 copies for Nintendo Switch and 1,700 copies for PlayStation 4 worldwide and features:
- Wonder Boy: Asha in Monster World game (PS4/NSW)
- Monster World IV original game (PS4/NSW)
- Manual (Mega Drive Style)
- Reversible Variant Cover
- Individually Numbered
The Collector’s Edition is available for €99.99, limited to 2,500 copies for Nintendo Switch and 1,200 copies for PlayStation 4 worldwide and includes:
- Wonder Boy: Asha in Monster World game (PS4/NSW)
- Monster World IV original game (PS4/NSW)
- Manual (Mega Drive Style)
- CE Box
- 2-sided Poster
- Monster World Map
- 2 OST (Original + Remix)
- Squishy Ball Pepelogoo
- Sticker
- Artbook
- Shikishi
- Acrylic Standee
- Fridge Magnet
- Stamper
The Mega Collector’s Edition is available for €179.99, limited to 999 copies for Nintendo Switch and 499 copies for PlayStation 4 worldwide. This edition celebrates the origins of the game and features everything from the Collector’s Edition plus:
- Asha and Pepelogoo Figurine (18cm / 7.1″)
- Mega Drive- / Genesis-Style Plastic Case with reversible inlay
- Console-Style Packaging
- Certificate of Authenticity
- Asha Pixel Pin
- Retro-style Registration Card
- Vinyl Sticker for your Console
For all music enthusiasts, there is a limited Vinyl Set with two picture disks with the original soundtrack and the remastered soundtrack. It is limited to 499 sets and is available for €49.99.
Here’s a rundown on the game:
The original development team behind the wheel
The game is a fully remastered version of the famous Wonder Boy IV from 1994 with the development being led by the creator of the Wonder Boy series, Ryuichi Nishizawa. Nishizawa-san is supported by members of the original development team. Shinichi Sakamoto (sound), Maki Ōzora (character design) and Takanori Kurihara (creative management) are creating the next entry of the beloved series.
Dream team with new features
Asha is chosen to leave her village in order to rescue missing spirits and to save the world. Luckily, she has her blue flying friend Pepelogoo to help her on her adventures.
While the story stays true to the origins, there are many updates and features that will be included in the new Wonder Boy: Asha in Monster World:
- For the first time ever: Character voices
- Remastered graphics with a fresh 2.5D design
- New dynamic and impressive cutscenes and animations
- Remastered game sounds & soundtrack by Shinichi Sakamoto
- Additional easy mode, so everyone alike can enjoy the game
The devs listened closely to the fans to make sure that their feedback will be implemented in order to create a stunning fresh take on the Wonder Boy brand that will make gamers happy.
Wonder Boy: Asha in Monster World is launching for Windows PC (via Steam), PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch in early 2021 worldwide.
