Here is our review of the Game of Thrones – 15th Anniversary: The Complete Collection (4K UHD) – Limited Edition Library Case.
Fifteen years after it first arrived on screens, Game of Thrones returns with a collector’s set made for fans who want the whole saga in one place. Every season of the HBO series is brought together in 4K Ultra HD and presented in a numbered limited edition library case that is designed to take pride of place on any shelf.
Each of the eight seasons comes in its own individually designed steelbook, created exclusively for this collection, while a collectible booklet and the 15th Anniversary Ice & Fire Collection packaging complete the set. It is a fitting way to mark the anniversary of a show that changed what television could look and sound like.
On top of the series itself there are more than 15 hours of bonus content to work through, including the two-part reunion special, The Last Watch documentary and Conquest & Rebellion: An Animated History of the Seven Kingdoms, along with audio commentaries, deleted scenes and behind-the-scenes featurettes.
Features
- All eight seasons of Game of Thrones in 4K Ultra HD
- Limited edition numbered steelbook library case
- Eight unique season steelbooks exclusive to this collection
- Collectible booklet
- Dolby Vision and HDR10 picture with Dolby Atmos audio
- Over 15 hours of bonus features
- Two-part reunion special and The Last Watch documentary
A Closer Look
Inside the outer packaging you will find the numbered library case, the eight season steelbooks and the collectible booklet.
Final Thoughts
The first thing you notice is the size and weight of the library case, which feels really solid and well made, and the numbering on the case is a nice touch that makes it feel like a proper collector’s item. The eight steelbooks slide in and out easily without feeling loose, and each one has its own design so the set looks great whether you display the case as a whole or line the steelbooks up on their own.
The 4K presentation is the main reason to pick this up and it doesn’t disappoint. Dolby Vision and HDR10 bring out the detail in the darker scenes – Hardhome, the Battle of the Bastards and the Battle of Winterfell all benefit – and the Dolby Atmos soundtrack really comes into its own during the bigger set pieces. If you have a decent home cinema setup this is definitely the best way to watch the series.
There is a lot of bonus content too, with over 15 hours to get through. The two-part reunion special is a fun watch and The Last Watch is a really honest look at what went into making the final season. Conquest & Rebellion is also worth a look if you want a quick refresher on the history of the Seven Kingdoms before you start a rewatch.
If you already own some of the seasons on 4K, it is worth knowing that the steelbooks and library case are exclusive to this collection, so there is still plenty here for collectors. The booklet is a nice addition and is something you can flick through in between episodes.
The Game of Thrones – 15th Anniversary: The Complete Collection (4K UHD) – Limited Edition Library Case is available now priced at £299.99. It isn’t cheap but you are getting the complete series, a huge amount of extras and some really eye-catching packaging, and as it is a limited edition it won’t be around forever. If you are a fan of the show then you should definitely take a look at it.
