Monte Carlo Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 (edited) Although I fully agree with the concept of Caveat Emptor, there is one exception. WHEN A GAME ONLY MENTIONS MANDATORY STEAM INSTALLATION IN TINY LETTERS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE BOX UNDER THE SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS. I have a whole weekend free. To myself. To a married man with kids this is a rare treat. So I buy Sniper: Shadow Warrior and a significant quantity of beer and peruse the Dominoes Pizza menu. Then I realise that this game needs Steam to work. I will not have Steam on my computer. Empires:TW had mandatory Steam. Fine, it said so on the box. So I didn't buy it. This game, which admittedly bought in a hurry, does. My bad. Luckily I know the store will exchange it. So, can somebody tell me, why are some games Steam Only? Edited July 10, 2010 by Monte Carlo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morgoth Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 So, can somebody tell me, why are some games Steam Only? So you can't sell them back once they're used. Rain makes everything better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krookie Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 Wait, why won't you have Steam on your computer? It seems like a pretty quick fix to me - to just download Steam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monte Carlo Posted July 10, 2010 Author Share Posted July 10, 2010 Wait, why won't you have Steam on your computer? Because the government uses Steam to send out brain-control rays. Before that it was the black helicopters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krookie Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 Wait, why won't you have Steam on your computer? Because the government uses Steam to send out brain-control rays. Before that it was the black helicopters. I am sorry for your children. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monte Carlo Posted July 10, 2010 Author Share Posted July 10, 2010 Seriously, though, for the same reason I don't like iTunes. It's clunky, invasive and the principle of it irks me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorton_AP Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 It probably uses Steamworks. I, on the other hand, love Steam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morgoth Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 F:NV will use Steamworks too, ya know, just in case you're interested in that game... Rain makes everything better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mamoulian War Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 that would be 1st bethesda game, so unless you give me source... Sent from my Stone Tablet, using Chisel-a-Talk 2000BC. My youtube channel: MamoulianFH Latest Let's Play Tales of Arise (completed) Latest Bossfight Compilation Dark Souls Remastered - New Game (completed) Let's Play/AAR Europa Universalis 1: Austria Grand Campaign (completed) Let's Play/AAR Europa Universalis 2: Xhosa Grand Campaign (completed) My PS Platinums and 100% - 29 games so far (my PSN profile) 1) God of War III - PS3 - 24+ hours 2) Final Fantasy XIII - PS3 - 130+ hours 3) White Knight Chronicles International Edition - PS3 - 525+ hours 4) Hyperdimension Neptunia - PS3 - 80+ hours 5) Final Fantasy XIII-2 - PS3 - 200+ hours 6) Tales of Xillia - PS3 - 135+ hours 7) Hyperdimension Neptunia mk2 - PS3 - 152+ hours 8.) Grand Turismo 6 - PS3 - 81+ hours (including Senna Master DLC) 9) Demon's Souls - PS3 - 197+ hours 10) Tales of Graces f - PS3 - 337+ hours 11) Star Ocean: The Last Hope International - PS3 - 750+ hours 12) Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII - PS3 - 127+ hours 13) Soulcalibur V - PS3 - 73+ hours 14) Gran Turismo 5 - PS3 - 600+ hours 15) Tales of Xillia 2 - PS3 - 302+ hours 16) Mortal Kombat XL - PS4 - 95+ hours 17) Project CARS Game of the Year Edition - PS4 - 120+ hours 18) Dark Souls - PS3 - 197+ hours 19) Hyperdimension Neptunia Victory - PS3 - 238+ hours 20) Final Fantasy Type-0 - PS4 - 58+ hours 21) Journey - PS4 - 9+ hours 22) Dark Souls II - PS3 - 210+ hours 23) Fairy Fencer F - PS3 - 215+ hours 24) Megadimension Neptunia VII - PS4 - 160 hours 25) Super Neptunia RPG - PS4 - 44+ hours 26) Journey - PS3 - 22+ hours 27) Final Fantasy XV - PS4 - 263+ hours (including all DLCs) 28) Tales of Arise - PS4 - 111+ hours 29) Dark Souls: Remastered - PS4 - 121+ hours Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirottu Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 that would be 1st bethesda game, so unless you give me source... http://planetfallout.gamespy.com/articles/...w-Vegas-Steamin This post is not to be enjoyed, discussed, or referenced on company time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gorgon Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 I have learned to live with steam, I propose you do the same. Na na na na na na ... greg358 from Darksouls 3 PVP is a CHEATER. That is all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morgoth Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 (edited) Steam isn't really intrusive. It doesn't mess with your Windows system folder or craps your registry full. It's just a seperate program like Winamp or Winzip, so it's perfectly harmless. Edited July 10, 2010 by Morgoth Rain makes everything better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mamoulian War Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 that would be 1st bethesda game, so unless you give me source... http://planetfallout.gamespy.com/articles/...w-Vegas-Steamin -1 sale then... Sent from my Stone Tablet, using Chisel-a-Talk 2000BC. My youtube channel: MamoulianFH Latest Let's Play Tales of Arise (completed) Latest Bossfight Compilation Dark Souls Remastered - New Game (completed) Let's Play/AAR Europa Universalis 1: Austria Grand Campaign (completed) Let's Play/AAR Europa Universalis 2: Xhosa Grand Campaign (completed) My PS Platinums and 100% - 29 games so far (my PSN profile) 1) God of War III - PS3 - 24+ hours 2) Final Fantasy XIII - PS3 - 130+ hours 3) White Knight Chronicles International Edition - PS3 - 525+ hours 4) Hyperdimension Neptunia - PS3 - 80+ hours 5) Final Fantasy XIII-2 - PS3 - 200+ hours 6) Tales of Xillia - PS3 - 135+ hours 7) Hyperdimension Neptunia mk2 - PS3 - 152+ hours 8.) Grand Turismo 6 - PS3 - 81+ hours (including Senna Master DLC) 9) Demon's Souls - PS3 - 197+ hours 10) Tales of Graces f - PS3 - 337+ hours 11) Star Ocean: The Last Hope International - PS3 - 750+ hours 12) Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII - PS3 - 127+ hours 13) Soulcalibur V - PS3 - 73+ hours 14) Gran Turismo 5 - PS3 - 600+ hours 15) Tales of Xillia 2 - PS3 - 302+ hours 16) Mortal Kombat XL - PS4 - 95+ hours 17) Project CARS Game of the Year Edition - PS4 - 120+ hours 18) Dark Souls - PS3 - 197+ hours 19) Hyperdimension Neptunia Victory - PS3 - 238+ hours 20) Final Fantasy Type-0 - PS4 - 58+ hours 21) Journey - PS4 - 9+ hours 22) Dark Souls II - PS3 - 210+ hours 23) Fairy Fencer F - PS3 - 215+ hours 24) Megadimension Neptunia VII - PS4 - 160 hours 25) Super Neptunia RPG - PS4 - 44+ hours 26) Journey - PS3 - 22+ hours 27) Final Fantasy XV - PS4 - 263+ hours (including all DLCs) 28) Tales of Arise - PS4 - 111+ hours 29) Dark Souls: Remastered - PS4 - 121+ hours Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkreku Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 I don't like Steam either, but only because of the $= Swedes, go to: Spel2, for the latest game reviews in swedish! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morgoth Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 -1 sale then... I'll hold you onto this if you do buy it... Rain makes everything better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purkake Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 (edited) Edited July 10, 2010 by Purkake Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walsingham Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 I got used to it. Now most of my games are on steam. It's perfect for when you are too lazy to go to the shops. Plus the sales kick ass royally. And it helps tremendously with team gaming. "It wasn't lies. It was just... bull****"." -Elwood Blues tarna's dead; processing... complete. Disappointed by Universe. RIP Hades/Sand/etc. Here's hoping your next alt has a harp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purkake Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 So, can somebody tell me, why are some games Steam Only? So you can't sell them back once they're used. You pretty much can't sell any PC games used these days. The Steam only games are sold in retail boxes to make you realize that you should have bought it on Steam in the first place, kind of an encouragement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mamoulian War Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 -1 sale then... I'll hold you onto this if you do buy it... I have no problems boycotting products, there is plenty of other products to choose from with much better offerings of DRM... I will not be left without having fun Sent from my Stone Tablet, using Chisel-a-Talk 2000BC. My youtube channel: MamoulianFH Latest Let's Play Tales of Arise (completed) Latest Bossfight Compilation Dark Souls Remastered - New Game (completed) Let's Play/AAR Europa Universalis 1: Austria Grand Campaign (completed) Let's Play/AAR Europa Universalis 2: Xhosa Grand Campaign (completed) My PS Platinums and 100% - 29 games so far (my PSN profile) 1) God of War III - PS3 - 24+ hours 2) Final Fantasy XIII - PS3 - 130+ hours 3) White Knight Chronicles International Edition - PS3 - 525+ hours 4) Hyperdimension Neptunia - PS3 - 80+ hours 5) Final Fantasy XIII-2 - PS3 - 200+ hours 6) Tales of Xillia - PS3 - 135+ hours 7) Hyperdimension Neptunia mk2 - PS3 - 152+ hours 8.) Grand Turismo 6 - PS3 - 81+ hours (including Senna Master DLC) 9) Demon's Souls - PS3 - 197+ hours 10) Tales of Graces f - PS3 - 337+ hours 11) Star Ocean: The Last Hope International - PS3 - 750+ hours 12) Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII - PS3 - 127+ hours 13) Soulcalibur V - PS3 - 73+ hours 14) Gran Turismo 5 - PS3 - 600+ hours 15) Tales of Xillia 2 - PS3 - 302+ hours 16) Mortal Kombat XL - PS4 - 95+ hours 17) Project CARS Game of the Year Edition - PS4 - 120+ hours 18) Dark Souls - PS3 - 197+ hours 19) Hyperdimension Neptunia Victory - PS3 - 238+ hours 20) Final Fantasy Type-0 - PS4 - 58+ hours 21) Journey - PS4 - 9+ hours 22) Dark Souls II - PS3 - 210+ hours 23) Fairy Fencer F - PS3 - 215+ hours 24) Megadimension Neptunia VII - PS4 - 160 hours 25) Super Neptunia RPG - PS4 - 44+ hours 26) Journey - PS3 - 22+ hours 27) Final Fantasy XV - PS4 - 263+ hours (including all DLCs) 28) Tales of Arise - PS4 - 111+ hours 29) Dark Souls: Remastered - PS4 - 121+ hours Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calax Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 So, can somebody tell me, why are some games Steam Only? So you can't sell them back once they're used. You pretty much can't sell any PC games used these days. The Steam only games are sold in retail boxes to make you realize that you should have bought it on Steam in the first place, kind of an encouragement. Well, they do that unless you've got a discount right off the bat *smurfy smile* I personally am a proponent of steam because not only does it let you have a digital inventory of your games and stupidly good deals (60% off Mass Effect 2 last week) but they also intigrated the social aspect of gaming into the system that allows you to pull up an overlay and chat with people when you're waiting for something to happen. And annoy the crap out of Dereladin by spamming him L4D invites along with 7 other people. Victor of the 5 year fan fic competition! Kevin Butler will awesome your face off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hurlshort Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 Seriously, though, for the same reason I don't like iTunes. It's clunky, invasive and the principle of it irks me. How would you know that if you've never used it? Actually the most recent version is smooth as silk for me, I never notice when it is running. No slow-downs, even with my weak internet connection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purkake Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 Ever since they switched to webkit from Internet Explorer around six month ago, it's been really smooth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monte Carlo Posted July 10, 2010 Author Share Posted July 10, 2010 Seriously, though, for the same reason I don't like iTunes. It's clunky, invasive and the principle of it irks me. How would you know that if you've never used it? Actually the most recent version is smooth as silk for me, I never notice when it is running. No slow-downs, even with my weak internet connection. Via the power of my mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorton_AP Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 I don't like Steam either, but only because of the $= Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gizmo Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 (edited) I will use Steam if I cannot find the game elsewhere, (or if the hard-copy DRM is onerous). Edited July 10, 2010 by Gizmo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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