Map Lovers Need to Pre-Order Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

[Gaiseric]

I did it.

I sucked up my misgivings and preordered this game.

The map reminds me of the old Might and Magic games that all had maps with them which I used to have on my wall.

 

[C95J]

Well this is a nice bonus, I have already pre-ordered the game, and would of even without any bonuses, this is just a nice extra addition to the game.

 

[ZeZZZZevy]

cool preorder bonus.

shouldn't upset too many people and also rewards people for their faith

I vote more bonuses like these, because most people who preorder a game would want this kind of thing

 

[OceanRunner]

I've only heard of Lunar 2:Eternal Blue coming with a cloth map up to now, and the idea of one for Skyrim is superb.

 

[The Grim Ace]

*preorders*

From what I can see of it that is a nice looking map and I think I have room on my wall for it. I was going to get Skyrim already but this just adds to it.

 

[ImprovizoR]

Until they start including swords, guns and stuff like that I'll stick with the ordinary version. I'm a minimalist and I don't need any junk that comes with the game unless it's something I can actually use. I'm not hating on Bethesda, I'm just wondering why people like this sort of stuff so much.
And since the game will be ported to PC I don't think pre-ordering something that can turn out to be a bug-fest and optimization disaster is a smart idea.

 

[vxicepickxv]

It doesn't sound exclusive, but the only sites that mention the map so far are Amazon and Gamestop.

 

[linkvegeta]

Shit I was hoping for something better. the elder scrolls maps suck. That going in the trash as soon as I get it. I was hoping for a cooler poster or something.

 

[Xan Krieger]

As soon as they get rid of the giant spiders I'll pre-order it. Looks like a good bonus.

 

[vxicepickxv]

PFFFFT, this is just for all the losers who want to feel good about themselves despite not shelling out £70 for the CE

So, who's selling the collector's edition? There isn't one listed on Amazon or Gamestop. If there's any place that would have a collector's edition, it would be Gamestop.

 

[captaincabbage]

lol that is a pretty funky pre-order bonus. I was hoping for a few extra swords, or maybe some armor, but this is still pretty cool.

 

[WanderingFool]

Is there a in game map screen? Cause I see no reason for worrying about a special map.

 

[Speakercone]

I will frame it and mount it on my wall. If anyone asks, I'll make vague references to "the old country" and trail off as if reminiscing about darker times.

 

[Mahorfeus]

Sorry, no Collector's Edition. Just the inevitable GOTY one - but heck, I ain't waiting like I did for Morrowind and Oblivion. Preordered.

 

[Hero in a half shell]

Oh, now that is tempting, a cloth map for my bedroom wall, I have the perfect place for it as well, right above my laptop. Holy cow, it's only £37 pre-order in Amazon (It's £35 in Game, but screw them). What hidden costs are there with Amazon? (Booking charge, postage etc.?)

 

[JdaS]

The map included in every copy of Skyrim is a "regular paper map," and probably comes folded up, bearing the fold marks associated with folding. When you're running from a dragon, you don't want to get confused about if a mark on your map is a fold mark or a river. It could lead to certain doom.

The premium map is made of a high-grade material that Bethesda calls "similar to burlap." You can probably roll it up like a scroll and never have to worry about any of those previously mentioned fold marks. An image of the map makes it out to be approximately the size of 8 DVD cases lined up 2 high and 4 wide.

Hahahaahahah! I love it. Like how those early Macintosh mice had "only one button so you don't accidentaly press the wrong one"? Oh you, Bethesda, try harder...

 

[Liquid Paradox]

Though most games I've bought allow/require you to download the Steam version anyway.

Yeah, my face when I purchased Fallout: New Vegas from Game Stop, and then was denied access because we were already well over the monthly bandwidth limit for the month. I raged pretty hard, because I essentially had to pay for the game twice. (okay, okay, I know that 8 or so gigs really isn't that expensive, even with a bad plan, but still)

Edit: Still not pissed off enough to not buy the game, though. I am the reason why DRM can still exist

 

[Prince Regent]

I like this, the real life map is cool and theres no exclusive content for people that pre order. Haven't decided if I will for myself yet.

 

[Black Watch]

Better than some art book that I will only look at once, AND it is more useful too.

 

[Shamanic Rhythm]

If this game was being published by EA, the pre-order bonus would be the actual in-game map.

'Preorder The Elder Scrolls: Skyrim today and receive a free bonus in-game map! Never get lost again, simply press Escape and bring up the Map screen to find your way!'