In almost all aspects of my life, I am extremely stingy. I save my pennies, I buy things on sale, and I try to keep my purchases limited to things I absolutely need. When it comes to games, though, I am weak, and just can’t resist the appeal of a limited edition. (Clearly, I’m not the only one). Splinter Cell: Conviction is the latest game to get the Collector’s Edition treatment, with Ubisoft detailing the bonus goodies you can get for twenty extra bucks. Yeah, I know, it’s more than the standard $10 extra, but check out how far your dollar goes with this one.

CUSTOM USB DRIVE - This credit card–sized 3rd Echelon USB drive can stealthily fit in your wallet, is compatible with Xbox 360, and is loaded to the max with exclusive content you won't find anywhere else, including:
•    Full-length 'Making of Splinter Cell Conviction' video
•    Wallpaper
•    Concept art
•    Renders
•    Screenshots
•    Storyboards
•    And more…

"FIFTH FREEDOM: THE ART OF SPLINTER CELL” BOOK
•    Relive the best of Splinter Cell from past to present. This comprehensive hard-bound art book by Prima(TM) includes detailed art from the original Splinter Cell, Pandora Tomorrow, Chaos Theory, Double Agent, and Conviction, as well as in-depth commentary and notes from the developers.

TWO EXCLUSIVE IN-GAME CONTENT ITEMS
•    Gain first access to the MP5-SD3, a lethal close-quarters submachine gun with an integrated suppressor.
•    Customize your multiplayer character with an exclusive 3rd Echelon outfit.

COLLECTIBLE DECALS - Available only in the Collector's Edition are two unique Xbox 360 decal stickers.
•    3rd Echelon Logo Decal
•    Iconic Bullet Hole Decal

"DIGGING IN THE ASHES” COMIC BOOK
•    Watch the sequence of events preceding Splinter Cell Conviction unfold before your eyes in this one of a kind digital Splinter Cell comic book.

STEELBOOK(TM) DVD CASE
•    Premium embossed metallic steel case packaging with iconic imagery.

Now, $79.99 is pretty pricey, but that is a lot of extra content, both in game and out, making this a great buy for Splinter Cell fans. The stealthy UMD drive, digital comic, and in-game weapon and outfit alone would probably be worth it, so everything else is just icing on the cake. The Splinter Cell: Conviction Collector’s Edition will be hard to get when the game launches on February 23 of next year, so you might want to go put some money down if you’re looking to get your hands on all of this good stuff.