Steam, The Ultimate Online Game Platform

[shivadee]

Aliens v Predator
TREE DOLLAZ ON STEAM!!!!!

[Berzerk]

got it for 5.00 last year.

total waste.

[Berzerk]

http://kotaku.com/5921787/valve-is-releasing-its-own-free-movie+making-tool

[Berzerk]

http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=480502

some pretty epic deals coming tommorow. Max Payne 3 for 30.00 steam version among st them.

Main Deals Page. Once deals are live they will be located here.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/?docId=1000812791


Starting Sunday, July 1st:

01. Max Payne 3 - $29.99 (50% off) – This is the Steam version. 50% runs 7/1-7/4 (end of day 7/4) and will then be 33% off through 7/14

02. Spec Ops: The Line - $24.99 (50% off) – Steam activate-able – this will run from 7/1-7/14

03. Syndicate - $14.99 – Origin activate-able – this will run from 7/1-7/14

04. Bioshock Dual Pack (Bioshock 1 + 2) – $7.49 Steam activate-able – this will run from 7/1-7/14

05. X-Com Complete Pack – $2.99 - Steam activate-able – this will run from 7/1-7/14

06. The Darkness II - $12.49 – Steam activate-able – this will run from 7/1-7/14

07. Rockstar Classics Pack - $14.99 – Steam activate-able – this will run from 7/1-7/14

08. Crusader Kings II - $9.99 – Steam activate-able – this will run from 7/1-7/14

09. Plethora of Paradox Games - $19.99 containing (all Steam activateable) runs 7/1-7/7:
Crusader Kings II [Download]
Crusader Kings II: Dynasty Shields DLC Pack [Online Game Code]
Crusader Kings II: Mongols DLC Pack [Online Game Code]
Crusader Kings II: Ruler Designer DLC [Online Game Code]
Crusader Kings II: Songs of Albion DLC [Online Game Code]
Crusader Kings II: Songs of Faith DLC [Online Game Code]
Crusader Kings II: Songs of the Holy Land DLC [Online Game Code]
Magicka Collection [Download]
Magicka: The Stars Are Left DLC [Online Game Code]
Majesty Gold [Online Game Code]
Majesty 2 Collection
Victoria II [Online Game Code]
Warlock: Master of the Arcane [Download]
10. Plentiful Paradox Package - $12.49 (all are Steam activate-able) runs 7/1-7/7 contains:
Crusader Kings II [Download]
Magicka Collection [Download]
Magicka: The Stars Are Left DLC [Online Game Code]
Sword of the Stars - Complete Collection [Online Game Code]
Sword of the Stars II: Lords of Winter [Download]
Victoria II [Online Game Code]
11. Pint Sized Paradox bundle - $7.49 (all steam activate-able) runs 7/1-7/7:
Crusader Kings II: Dynasty Shields DLC Pack [Online Game Code]
Crusader Kings II: Mongols DLC Pack [Online Game Code]
Crusader Kings II: Ruler Designer DLC [Online Game Code]
Crusader Kings II: Songs of Albion DLC [Online Game Code]
Crusader Kings II: Songs of Faith DLC [Online Game Code]
Crusader Kings II: Songs of the Holy Land DLC [Online Game Code]
Majesty Gold [Online Game Code]
Warlock: Master of the Arcane [Download]
Majesty 2 Collection
12. Borderlands: Game of the Year Edition - $7.49 (Steam activate-able) runs 7/1-7/14

13. Duke Nukem Complete Pack - $7.99 (Steam activate-able) runs 7/1-7/14:
The base game - Duke Nukem Forever
The DLC Pack - Duke Nukem Forever Hail to the Icons Parody Pack DLC
And the DLC Pack - The Doctor Who Cloned Me DLC Pack
14. 2K Strategy Pack - $19.99 – runs 7/1-7/14
Sid Meier's Civilization V: Game of the Year Edition [Download]
Sid Meiers Civilization IV: The Complete Edition [Download]
The Stronghold Collection [Download]
15. 2K Shooter Pack - $19.99 – runs 7/1-7/14
BioShock 2 [Download]
BioShock [Download]
Borderlands Game of the Year Edition [Download]
Duke Nukem Forever Complete Pack [Download]
16. 2K Mega Pack - $39.99 – runs 7/1-7/14
BioShock 2 [Download]
BioShock [Download]
Borderlands Game of the Year Edition [Download]
CivCity: Rome [Download]
Duke Nukem Forever Complete Pack [Download]
Mafia II [Download]
Sid Meier's Civilization V: Game of the Year Edition [Download]
Sid Meiers Civilization IV: The Complete Edition [Download]
The Stronghold Collection [Download]
17. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 - $29.99 (50% off Steam activate-able) – runs 7/1-7/14

Upcoming July Sales

Binary Domain -$9.99 Activates on Steam

[Arcmanov]

Berzerk, you -may- soon owe me a wallet, as mine threatened to storm out the door in a huff when I showed it this list. 

Some OK deals there.  I'm surprised that Max Payne and Spec Ops are on sale so soon after release.

[Berzerk]

only one thats a sure get for me is binary domain. Loved the demo. At 9.99 thats a steal.

not sold on spec ops not even at 25.00

[Berzerk]

http://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2012/07/03/crikey-eu-rules-you-can-resell-downloaded-games/

Game Changer this is.

Well here’s some pretty huge news. The Court Of Justice of the European Union has just ruled that people should be able to resell downloaded games. In an environment where publishers are trying to destroy basic consumer rights like the ability to resell physical products you’ve paid for, this could be one heck of a turnaround for customers. And that’s no matter what it might say in the EULAs. This could have absolutely enormous implications on how services like Steam, Origin, GamersGate and the like work, and finally restore some rights back to the gamer

[TriniXaeno]

interesting

considering there is absolutely no loss of fidelity in re-selling a "used" downloaded game.

Can't see how the judges ruled in favour of that.

It will totally dissuade developers from producing single player gamers.

As they can only leverage multiplayer access as a tool to prevent a "used" downloaded game from being as valuable as a brand new copy.

Considering the price we pay for digital games nowadays, I really don't think this is a step in the right direction for the industry. Games are cheap enough now as is.

Opening that grey market can only hurt.

[Berzerk]

A few years ago I wouldve disagreed with you heartily.

Now im inclined to agree, looking at the work being put into some games, and the lackluster sales, and the insane price drops, Im seeing this more harming the industry that helping.

[Arcmanov]

Allyuh mad.  MAD I say.

I would certainly like the opportunity to get rid of games I no longer want for 'a small money', or buy a game from someone who doesn't
want it again for the same 'small money'.

Like allyuh forget the value of money all of a sudden?
Keep in mind with Steam's/Origin's current arrangement, you don't officially own the games eh...you just kinda renting em.

This decision gives back a little power to the consumer.

Maybe it will force devs/pubs to put out better games.  Who knows.


BRAVO, I say!

[phoenix31tt]

ent @ arc... we can resell virtually everything we own... why should games be any different...

you know how i hate looking @ my steam list sometimes and seeing a bunch of games i wont play again

i say more power to us.. go EU!!

[W1nTry]

I hear both sides of the and I am inclinedto say power to us the consumer! Imho all it means is that the game devs need to come up a reasonable cut from the resold games, a small % and fixed process for second hand games.
So for eg, if I wanted to sell my blops on steam, it will have a fixed resale price of say $18 with say $5 to activision so I get 13. I say that fair  enough. Dlc however maintains full market price with a 50/50 split between u and game dev, reason you don't want to promote ppl buying just to sell.

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[phoenix31tt]

why should the game devs get a cut doh?

when we resell a car, the car companies dont get a cut...

if we resell a house, the previous sellers dont get a cut etc...

i could understand steam getting a cut though since they are essentially the brokers/transporters etc... 

[Berzerk]

Im all for power to the consumer. Id personally love to sell games Ive beaten, or bought on impulse, BUT, we don't live in a vacuum. A decision like this will have consequences if not measured. Given the current state of the industry, and insane dips in prices some games are already getting,(after pouring millions of dollars for diminishing returns)  a decision like this could end up doing the total opposite of what we want.

check this article if u haven't already. http://www.notenoughshaders.com/2012/07/02/the-rise-of-costs-the-fall-of-gaming/

Be careful what you wish for.

[woodyear99]

Interesting discussion indeed. I noticed this announcement yesterday, more developers will be going in this direction eh......

http://www.forbes.com/sites/insertcoin/2012/07/03/ea-says-going-all-digital-is-inevitable/

EA Labels head Frank Gibeau had a very straightforward conversation with GamesIndustry International recently where he talked about the future of publishing, and how going all-digital is an inevitability for his company.

“It’s in the near future. It’s coming,” he said.

“We have a clear line of sight on it and we’re excited about it. Retail is a great channel for us. We have great relationships with our partners there. At the same time, the ultimate relationship is the connection that we have with the gamer. If the gamer wants to get the game through a digital download and that’s the best way for them to get it, that’s what we’re going to do.”

It should be noted however that the next generation Xbox and Playstation are expected to continue to support physical discs, despite rumors to the contrary. The already announced WiiU is doing the same.

Going all-digital is what most publishers dream of, as it allows them to cut out the middleman of retail chains entirely. No more Gamestop or Best Buy to take a cut, no more materials and shipping costs, and that money will go directly into their pockets.

[Arcmanov]

why should the game devs get a cut doh?

when we resell a car, the car companies dont get a cut...

if we resell a house, the previous sellers dont get a cut etc...

i could understand steam getting a cut though since they are essentially the brokers/transporters etc... 

Agreed...if the transaction happens through Steam, then of course they should get a cut.
The game devs/pubs already made their money off the initial sale, and should not see a cent more.

I have always said: make your game compelling and worthy enough to warrant that brand-new purchase,
and stop the nickel-and-diming DLC bulls#1t, and gamers will flock to it in droves, and MAKE it profitable.
Win-win for everybody.

[W1nTry]

why should the game devs get a cut doh?

when we resell a car, the car companies dont get a cut...

if we resell a house, the previous sellers dont get a cut etc...

i could understand steam getting a cut though since they are essentially the brokers/transporters etc...

That's not true, you buy parts no? You maintain your vehicle (maybe original like myself), are those sales not counting towards their bottom line? Its the same concept, for them to continue to support the game, issue bug fixes, provide you with forums and freebies is that not worth a value as well? (now not talking about dlc). What about continued marketing to increase the player bar and thus your online experience where applicable? And sure steam could get a cut commensurate with their input.

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[TriniXaeno]

check this article if u haven't already. http://www.notenoughshaders.com/2012/07/02/the-rise-of-costs-the-fall-of-gaming/

Be careful what you wish for.

beautiful article zerk

and as pundits on the site would know, I've been harping about the same thing for ages.

  Over 120 developer studios have been shut down between the beginning of this generation (end of 2005/beginning of 2006)  and the end of this generation (currently)

too true.

As gamers, we should be concerned by this development, as it threatens our favourite past time in a very real and dire way.

Allowing a boost to grey market sales is only going to impact this scenario negatively. Regardless of whatever split system you devise.

Less income = more closed studios.

We need to support the industry (with our $$) and not be so short sighted to lose the cow for a cheap glass of milk

[Arcmanov]

...but if the current model is clearly not working, then what?


I could NEVER advocate spending more and more money.

You seem to conveniently sidestep the fact that people's income not rising as quickly as the cost of everything else.

I  fully support any measure that allow gamers to increase their  buying power.

The industry needs to change the way they do business.  Plain and simple.  Good games sell themselves.  All that ridiculous spending on marketing is the real problem.

Not all of us have the means to spend money on every Super Hyper Ultimate Arcade Collector's Edition as you are wont to do,  in the name of 'support'.   It's ridiculous, and it has to stop.



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[W1nTry]

But Arc, what does your last comment have to do with our ability to sell a 2nd hard game and the devs get a cut? a 2nd hand game sale will be CHEAPER than a new sale (so it's NOT costing the seller MORE) and giving the devs a cut at least HELPS with what wyatt was explaining... so I don't see ur point about our income vs a RESALE?