The premium launch edition of Evangelion 3nd Impact Sound for the PlayStation Portable, combining the game with several exclusive physical bonuses including a soundtrack CD, T-shirt and earphones.
Release Date
29 September 2011
Platform / Format
PlayStation Portable (PSP)
Region
Japan
Publisher
Bandai Namco Games
Catalogue Number
ULJS-00406
Edition / Version
Limited (Collector’s) Edition
Significance
The premium launch edition of Evangelion Shin Gekijōban: 3nd Impact, featuring exclusive physical bonuses centred around the music of the Evangelion franchise.
Summary
Released exclusively in Japan for the PlayStation Portable, Evangelion Shin Gekijōban: 3nd Impact is a rhythm game based on the music of the Rebuild of Evangelion film series. Rather than retelling the story, players interact with the franchise through rhythm-based gameplay featuring songs and audio inspired by Evangelion’s distinctive soundtrack.
One of the game’s most recognisable features is its unusual title. The use of “3nd” is intentional and not a typographical error. It is a piece of official wordplay that combines “Third Impact” – one of the defining events within the Evangelion universe – with the game’s subtitle, “Sound Impact”, creating the unique title “3nd Impact”.
The Limited Edition was released alongside the standard retail version and includes several exclusive physical items aimed at collectors, including a soundtrack CD, branded earphones and an Evangelion T-shirt. These extras make it one of the most distinctive Evangelion collector’s editions released for the PSP.
Release & Version Details
This release was published by Bandai Namco Games on 29 September 2011 under catalogue number ULJS-00406. It is distinct from the standard edition through its larger collector’s packaging and exclusive bundled contents.
The Limited Edition includes:
- PSP game (Evangelion Shin Gekijōban: 3nd Impact)
- Original soundtrack CD
- Evangelion-branded earphones
- Evangelion T-shirt
- Collector’s presentation box
- Original OBI strip
Many surviving copies are missing one or more of the bundled extras, particularly the wearable items, making complete examples increasingly desirable from a preservation perspective.
Why It’s Significant
This edition deserves preservation because it represents a distinctive era of Japanese collector’s releases, when publishers frequently bundled exclusive merchandise with games rather than relying on downloadable content or digital bonuses.
It is particularly significant because:
- it is one of the few Evangelion games built around the franchise’s music rather than its story;
- it preserves exclusive physical merchandise unavailable separately;
- it demonstrates Bandai Namco’s approach to premium PSP releases during the system’s later years;
- it features the officially stylised “3nd” title, an unusual piece of Evangelion branding unique to this release.
Preservation Notes
Collectors should verify that all original components are present, particularly the soundtrack CD, earphones, T-shirt and OBI strip, as these items are frequently missing from second-hand copies.
The outer cardboard presentation box is susceptible to edge wear and compression, while the T-shirt and earphones were often removed from their packaging shortly after purchase. Factory-sealed accessories are therefore considerably less common than the game itself.
Trivia & Interesting Facts
- Despite its title, 3nd Im§pact is a rhythm game rather than an action or adventure title.
- The unusual spelling “3nd” is official and intentionally references both Third Impact and Sound Impact.
- The game was released exclusively for the PlayStation Portable in Japan.
- The bundled soundtrack CD was exclusive to the Limited Edition.
- The release arrived during the height of the Rebuild of Evangelion films’ popularity, reflecting the franchise’s continued cultural and commercial success.
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This item has been documented as part of the Snows Mini Preservation Project, an ongoing effort to preserve and catalogue physical media. Our aim is to record releases, variations and their historical significance for collectors and future enthusiasts. Most items featured in the project form part of our archive and may not be for sale.
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Evangelion 3nd Impact Sound Collector’s Edition | PSP | Japan Import
Evangelion 3nd Impact Sound Collector’s Edition is a premium Japanese PSP release based on the Evangelion franchise, combining the game with exclusive collector’s extras. This edition is an attractive display piece for Evangelion fans and PSP collectors alike.
Platform:
Sony PSP
Publisher:
Bandai Namco Games
Region:
Japan (NTSC-J). PSP games are region-free and will play on all PSP consoles.
Language:
Japanese. English gameplay is not guaranteed; this is a menu and story-driven release, so some Japanese language knowledge may be required. The Collector’s Edition remains highly desirable for its exclusive physical contents and presentation.
Contents:
Original PSP game, collector’s outer box, original soundtrack CD (factory sealed), T-shirt (factory sealed), earphones (factory sealed), OBI strip and original inserts as issued. For exact contents please refer to the photos.
Collectibility notes:
This Collector’s Edition includes several exclusive physical extras unavailable with the standard release. The sealed soundtrack CD, T-shirt and earphones, together with the original OBI strip and presentation box, make it an excellent addition to an Evangelion or PSP collection.
Condition:
Very Good. Well cared for and highly presentable. Complete with all original contents. The soundtrack CD, T-shirt and earphones remain factory sealed and unused. The outer box and OBI strip show minor storage wear consistent with age. Consistent with its age and may show some shelving or storage wear.
Disclaimer:
This item has not been tested and is sold as a collectible. Please message us before ordering if you have any questions.
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