Microsoft and developer Lionhead Studios jointly announced today that Fable III will receive the Collector’s Edition treatment when it launches later this holiday season alongside a — wait for it — PC SKU.

Priced at a premium of $79.99, the “limited” CE release is geared towards the diehard Fable fan, packing downloadable content, a set of branded playing cards starring characters from the game, and oodles of other goodies. The exhaustive list is provided below:

*        A new quest: Uncover the mystery of the haunted forests of Silverpines and earn the legendary sword, Wolfsbane, deadly against wolves and balverines.
*       Exclusive location: Unlock a new region, ideal for settling down with a family and discovering new treasures.
*         “Fable III” playing cards: Created by Lionhead, these cards depict every type of character in “Fable III,” including Heroes, royals, rebels and villains from across Albion and beyond.
*         Guild Seal Coin:  The coin features a Good side (blue) and Evil side (red) to assist players in making critical decisions that will impact the fate of the world forever.
*         A new dog breed: Renowned for its loyalty, the Boxer is a brave canine companion worthy of greatest Queens and Kings.
*        One unique outfit: Unearth one male and female outfit from the mysterious, faraway land of Aurora, a new destination in your “Fable III” adventure

As for the PC version of Fable III, it is set to hit retail shelves and Games for Windows Live alongside the debut of its Xbox 360 counterpart. What may play a deciding factor in your purchase is that while the PC version costs $49.99, the Collector’s Edition offering detailed above applies only to the Xbox 360. If you’re a sucker for collectibles, your choice is limited.

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