Deluxe Components Review: Are They Worth It? • The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era

The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era was my first Chip Theory game. When I was deciding whether to get any of the deluxe upgrades, I tried to find some proper hands-on impressions. Maybe they were out there, but I couldn’t find anything that actually showed what the components were like in use or helped me make a decision either way. After more than 200 hours of playing, I figured I’d just make that kind of review myself to help other folks make a better decision.

In the video, I go through each deluxe upgrade, which includes the premium health chips, deluxe draw bags, the blacksmith pack, as well as the dice tray and the playmat. I share my honest thoughts on what feels worthwhile, what’s purely cosmetic, and what ended up improving the experience more than I expected. I show how each one looks and try to give a clear sense of whether they actually add value depending on how you play.