The Sinking City 2 Editions Comparison
Standard vs Deluxe vs Premium — what each tier includes.
Frogwares sells three digital editions of The Sinking City 2 at launch. All pre-orders include the Chthonic Arsenal weapon pack regardless of tier. Higher tiers add cosmetic outfits, resources, a side mission, and early access. Use this page to decide whether the $10 jump from Standard to Premium is worth it for your playstyle.
Standard Edition — $49.99
Includes:
- Full base game
- Chthonic Arsenal (pre-order bonus): Shale Mary handgun, The Breakwater shotgun, Tektite Tommy SMG
Best for: players who want the complete story without cosmetic extras. Combat remains fully viable with in-game weapons found through exploration.
Deluxe Edition — $54.99
Everything in Standard, plus Arkham Field Kit:
- Outfits: The Anatomist, The Witness, Heretic Heraldry
- 3 Dream Essence
- Resource pack (crafting materials)
Best for: players who want talent head start and crafting buffers without paying for the side mission.
Premium Edition — $59.99
Everything in Deluxe, plus:
- 24-hour advanced access (play from August 17, 2026)
- Holloway Manor side mission on cliffs outside Arkham
- Optional ritual investigation
- Bucking Bronco revolver transferable to main campaign
- Kane’s Hefty Barrel and Wrapped Grip attachments
- Revolver ammo recipe
Best for: fans who want day-one bragging rights, collectible firearms, and extra horror content beyond the main flood storyline.
Value analysis
| Feature | Standard | Deluxe | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base game | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chthonic Arsenal | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Outfits + resources | No | Yes | Yes |
| Holloway Manor | No | No | Yes |
| Early access | No | No | Yes |
If you only care about story completion, Standard is sufficient. If you enjoy optional investigations and unique weapons, Premium offers the most content per dollar — roughly $10 over Standard for a mission plus early access.
Bundles
Steam lists optional bundles pairing The Sinking City 2 with The Sinking City Remastered or Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened at small discounts. Only buy bundles if you want those additional Frogwares titles.
Post-launch availability
Pre-order bonuses may become paid DLC later — Frogwares has not confirmed. Buy before August 18 if you want guaranteed Chthonic Arsenal inclusion.
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Tax and currency
Displayed USD prices exclude VAT or sales tax. European PS Store listings show EUR equivalents with local consumer rights. Deluxe cosmetic outfits have no gameplay stats — budget-conscious buyers can ignore them.
Streaming and content creator angle
Premium early access helps creators publish day-one guides before most players finish Holloway Manor. Casual buyers gain little from 24-hour head start unless scheduling time off work.
Historical Frogwares pricing
The Sinking City Remastered and Sherlock titles often receive bundle discounts during seasonal sales. Waiting for a holiday bundle may beat day-one Premium if you do not need early access.
Content creator licensing
Streaming Holloway Manor early requires Premium. Standard buyers can still stream main campaign on global release without extra license fees beyond platform terms.
Deluxe vs Premium math
Deluxe costs five dollars more than Standard for outfits and resources. Premium adds another five for Holloway Manor and early access. If you value only the side mission, Premium is the breakpoint; if you want cosmetics without early access, Deluxe suffices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions.
Can I upgrade editions later?
Platform stores sometimes offer paid upgrades. Check Steam or console marketplaces after launch.
Is Holloway Manor missable?
It is exclusive to Premium pre-order at launch. Future availability unknown.
Do outfits give stats?
Pre-launch materials describe them as cosmetic only.