Standard is the base game; Deluxe adds one mission pack, two playable characters, and cosmetic gear, with a separate upgrade sold on console stores.
Choose Standard for the complete base game. Choose Deluxe if you specifically want the Temple of Yig mission, two additional Fortune Hunters characters, and the Abyssal cosmetic gear.
| Content | Standard | Deluxe |
|---|---|---|
| Base game | Yes | Yes |
| Temple of Yig Exclusive Mission | No | Yes |
| Fortune Hunters Characters Pack | No | Yes |
| Abyssal Gear Pack | No | Yes |
| Digital soundtrack | Store-dependent listing; verify before purchase | Steam package information can differ from console bundle |
| Checked US console price | $29.99 | $39.99 |
The Fortune Hunters pack adds two playable characters. The Abyssal Gear Pack supplies appearances for the knife, oil lamp, matchlock musket, and flintlock musket. The Temple of Yig pack is the meaningful gameplay addition because it adds an exclusive contract and area rather than only a cosmetic.
The PlayStation and Xbox stores list a $9.99 upgrade from the base game at the time of review. That makes Standard a reversible choice on those stores, but players should inspect the current store before assuming the same upgrade or regional price exists everywhere.
The Lost Explorers' Swords Pack was promoted as a preorder or early-adopter benefit and is also sold separately on current storefronts. It should not be silently counted as a permanent Standard inclusion.
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What is in The Mound Standard Edition?
Standard includes the base game.
What does Deluxe Edition add?
It adds the Temple of Yig mission, Fortune Hunters Characters Pack, and Abyssal Gear Pack on the checked console listings.
Can Standard be upgraded later?
PlayStation and Xbox list a separate Deluxe upgrade; availability and price can vary by store.
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