You know, I'm really glad that limited edition bundles for video games have taken off. I love being able to show off my affection for a particular title by having a really nice statue or night vision goggles on my entertainment center. Now, while I do enjoy the Killzone series, I don't like it enough to spend $129.99 on this really nice Helghast Edition. Getting an exclusive action figure and art book is all well and good, but what really makes this package phenomenal is the Helghast helmet replica. Having been burned by the exhorbitant price of the Halo 3 Legendary Edition before, I think I'll be waiting this one out a bit longer. There's bound to be some left over when summer comes around, and the price will drop just like it does on everything of this nature. Of course, for fans of the series, this is undoubtedly a day one purchase, and clearly is the version to get. Paraphanalia like the helmet really compliment a collection, and would like fantastic next to a Master Chief helmet and Gears of War Lancer, or an Assassin's Creed Ezio statue.

Sony's also announced the pre-order bonuses at various retailers, but curiously, all of them are only good for the first 24 hours after you've activated them. I haven't seen anything like this before, and it actually seems kind of worthless. I get that people are going to be playing the multiplayer like crazy that first day, but putting a time limit on a pre-order just seems insulting. I'd rather have early access to a specific weapon than double experience for a brief amount of time. I won't even be awake for a good chunk of those 24 hours, so it really seems like a big waste.

Check out the detailed list of what's going to be made available below.

Features

• Authentic Helghast Helmet replica opens to reveal art book, Super Voucher and Killzone 3 game.
• Exclusive Cloaking Helghast Marksman action figure is 6.5” tall with multiple articulation points and will not be sold at retail
• Includes bonus video content giving you a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the game.
• Exclusive art book featuring imagery from the Killzone universe
• Super Voucher includes
  • Killzone 3 soundtrack and PS3 Dynamic Theme
  • Retro Map Pack featuring two of the most popular multiplayer maps from Killzone 2
  • Double XP for the first 24 hours of multiplayer gameplay
  • Full access to all weapons and abilities during the first 24 hours of multiplayer gameplay

Download packs are also available separately if you’d rather pre-order the standard edition Killzone 3 at one of the proceeding retailers.

Guerrilla Pack (available by pre-ordering from GameStop)

Pre-order Killzone 3 and receive a GameStop Exclusive PSN code unlocking all multiplayer weapons and abilities for the first 24 hours of multiplayer gameplay giving you a temporary edge in the online battlefield. Also includes the Killzone 3 Retro Map Pack, featuring two of the most popular maps from Killzone 2.

Fast Starter Pack (available by pre-ordering from Best Buy)

Pre-order Killzone 3 and receive a Best Buy Exclusive PSN code allowing you to rank up faster, as you earn XP at double the normal rate for the first 24 hours of multiplayer gameplay. Also includes the Killzone 3 Retro Map Pack.

Unlock and Load Pack (available by pre-ordering from Amazon)

Pre-order Killzone 3 and receive an Amazon.com Exclusive PSN code and get instant access to 3 Unlock Points to use on the weapon or ability of your choice such as the Marksman’s Sniper Rifle and get the early edge in Killzone 3 Multiplayer. Also includes the Killzone 3 Retro Map Pack.

Retro Map Pack (available by pre-ordering from other participating retailers)

Pre-order Killzone 3 and receive an exclusive PSN code giving you the Killzone 3 Retro Map Pack, featuring two of the most popular maps from Killzone 2. Also receive an exclusive PlayStation 3 Dynamic Theme.

Killzone 3 will be available in North America on February 22, 2011 for $59.99 and the Helghast Edition will be available on the same date for $129.99. Pre-order today!