Which edition should you buy?
Choose Standard if you only want the full game on September 8. Choose Digital Deluxe if four-day early access, Richard and Alexis, and the Inmate Michael Myers skin are worth the extra cost to you.
| Feature | Standard | Digital Deluxe |
|---|---|---|
| Base game | Yes | Yes |
| Launch price (USD) | $39.99 | $59.99 |
| Sep. 4 advance access | No | Yes |
| Richard + Alexis | No | Yes |
| Inmate Michael skin | No | Yes |
| Phantom Michael pre-order skin | If pre-ordered | If pre-ordered |
Advance Access timing is on the release time page.
The bonus most likely to be truly time-sensitive
The official pre-order FAQ says the Phantom Michael Myers skin is a digital pre-order exclusive and will not be sold after launch. The Deluxe upgrade, by contrast, is planned to remain purchasable at launch.
Don’t buy Deluxe for an assumed meta advantage
Richard and Alexis are extra playable civilians, but pre-release stats are not enough to prove either is stronger in the launch meta. A real tier list needs live matches, perk interactions and actual stat definitions. See the civilian stats table for what has actually been shown.