Quote Originally Posted by Marik View Post
I hate pre-order bonuses in general, unless it's something physical like a t-shirt or something. I hate feeling like I'm missing something in game just because I didn't pre-order or buy a game right away.
This is my feeling too. I don't like the thought that I'm not getting the full experience of a game because I missed a pre-order bonus. I'm not big on t-shirts because they're usually only available in XL so I can't even wear it.

Quote Originally Posted by Ryllharu View Post
Software unlock bonuses piss me off. Such as the armor and black hole generator in Mass Effect 2. Pre-ordering at gamestop was the only place to get it, and you got it at the beginning of the game. It's equivalent to the strongest weapon in the game.

Back to Ani's original question, I think it is a fair system when the additions are cosmetic (like a costume) or whatever. Just so long as it doesn't affect gameplay.
Agreed, but these days it seems more typical that the bonuses do affect gameplay. I'm seeing fewer t-shirt and poster bonuses. In Dead Rising 2, the ninja outfit makes a huge difference in the gameplay.