This past weekend, one of the summer’s biggest blockbusters hit store shelves and fans went nuts. If for some reason you still haven’t seen The Hunger Games, check out Michele’s review of the film here. Then come back and figure out which version of the DVD/Blu-ray is best for you. Note: Prices may vary with location.

2-Disc ‘The Hunger Games’ Blu-ray or DVD

This is the basic version that is being sold at stores everywhere. Features of this set are:

Disc 1:

• Feature Film

Disc 2 (3 hours of bonus features):

• Game Maker: Suzanne Collins and the Hunger Games Phenomenon
• The World is Watching: Making the Hunger Games: An eight-part making of documentary covering everything from pre-production to the theatrical release and fan reactions
• Letters from the Rose Garden: Donald Sutherland shares what the role of President Snow means to him
• Controlling the Games: Concepts behind creating the control center
• A Conversation with Gary Ross and Elvis Mitchell
• Propaganda Film
• Marketing Archive
• Preparing for the Games: A Director’s Process (Blu-ray exclusive)

Digital Copy

Store Exclusives

In addition to offering the basic versions, select retailers have versions exclusive to the stores and may be available in limited quantities. Each exclusive version also contains the film and features listed above, but also come with collectible items or extra bonus content.

Walmart

‘The Hunger Games’ DVD ($22.96) or Blu-Ray ($26.96) with VUDU Bonus content and Mockingjay Pendant

• 2-Disc DVD or Blu-ray set with features (as described above)
• Mockingay pendant
• VUDU downloadable bonus content:
  • The Stunts of the Hunger Games
  • Capitol Couture: The Styles of Panem

Click the links to order your own copy of Walmart’s DVD or Blu-ray.

Target

‘The Hunger Games’ 3-Disc Deluxe Limited Edition DVD ($20.99) or Blu-ray ($24.99)

• 2-Disc DVD or Blu-ray set with features (as described above)
• Collectible case
• 45 minutes of exclusive content on the 3rd disc
• Tribute Video Diaries — the seven main tributes document the build up to the release of The Hunger Games
• Stories from the Tributes – hear the best stories of their time filming
• Tribute Biographies – find out all about your favorite tributes in an animated gallery
• Tribute Photo Gallery – personal photos of the tributes

Click the links to get your copy of Target’s Limited Edition DVD or Blu-ray.

Best Buy

‘The Hunger Games’ Exclusive Blu-ray Combo Box Set ($44.99)

• 2-Disc DVD set with features (as described above)
• 2-Disc Blu-ray set with features (as described above)
• Limited edition Hunger Games collectible that will be numbered and exclusive to Best Buy
• Exclusive collectible boxed packaging

Best Buy is the ONLY spot to get a Blu-ray DVD combo pack. Click here to get yours now.

Costco

‘The Hunger Games’ District 12 Gift Box Set ($60)

• 2 Disc Blu-ray set with features (as described above)
• District 12 box display
• Parachute Compartment Necklace that opens to reveal secret canister
• Bag Clip, featuring the District 12 seal
• 14″ Arena Sack featuring the District 12 seal: Authentic prop replica, made of nylon

Not available online. The box set can only be purchased at a Costco warehouse.

Which One Should You Get?

In my opinion, the version you should buy depends on the content that you want. If you want more bonus content, go with Walmart or Target. If you want cool collectibles, go with Costco or Best Buy. If you’re a basic person who doesn’t need all the extras, the 2-Disc version is probably all you’ll need (and cheaper than the store exclusives). I went with Target’s Exclusive 3-Disc Deluxe Limited Edition DVD because that’s what was closest to me and in my price range. Check back tomorrow for my review of the DVD’s bonus features.