f you are eagerly anticipating the fall release of Spore, the team behind the title just announced a gem of information that will interest you. In addition to the standard Spore release, EA and Maxis are working on a special edition packed with goods. The Spore Galactic Edition will include a “Making of Spore” DVD, the “How to Build a Better Being” program from the National Geographic Channel, a “Art of Spore” hardback mini-book, a fold-out Spore poster and finally a 100-page Galactic handbook.

“How to Build a Better Being” will premier on the National Geographic Tuesday September 9 at 10pm ET/PT. The program will explore the science behind the theories in the game. 

“The Spore Galactic Edition is the ultimate backstage pass for the Spore universe,” said Patrick Buechner, vice president of marketing, Maxis.  “The Spore Galactic Edition is an incredible collection of art, video and behind-the-scenes access to the development team for fans, along with some of the coolest, most collectable packaging in years.”

The Galactic Edition will retail for $79.99 in North American, with the regular edition weighing in at a suggested $49.99. Look for both editions on PC, Mac, Nintendo DS and mobile phones starting September 7.