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[The_Monk]

It's almost 3 AM and I'm watching a trailer from Teddy Floppy Ear.

I guess I need to get some sleep.

 

[Sch1sm]

That's terrible. I mean, yes, Civ and AoW are very different games, with completely different focuses, but still. Terrible.

Terrible, even.

AoW3 is fantastic.

Okay, guys. I get it. It's terrible. But, I dunno. Just wasn't sold on it. It's not even like I'm just Civ> everything. I play Total War fine. I played Endless Legends fine, as well. Just didn't sit with me. Maybe one day I'll try again.

As someone who owns all gameplay DLC for eu4 I would say most of them is needed and as someone who owns all the DLC I can also safely say it's not cheap lol

If you want all gameplay DLC and game it would be like 57€

$43.99 CAD. Even just looking at it, Digital Extreme isn't worth much of anything in comparison to vanilla. So I'd have to go for the additional gameplay dlc for the experience. Eh. Who knows. I might, toward the end of the sale.

To be fair they have been releasing over like 4 years now. I would skip Cossacs for sure since it's not discounted (my policy is only get new DLC at least at 50% off). That makes things a lot better.

EU4 is very very good and a much better game then Civ BE.

Noooooted.

With Rising Tide, Civ BE redeems itself somewhat. But it was a gift, anyway. No harm.

 

[derExperte]

It's almost 3 AM and I'm watching a trailer from Teddy Floppy Ear.

I guess I need to get some sleep.

No, what you need is to buy the Teddy Floppy Ear bundle.

 

[Spirited]

To be fair they have been releasing over like 4 years now. I would skip Cossacs for sure since it's not discounted (my policy is only get new DLC at least at 50% off). That makes things a lot better.

EU4 is very very good and a much better game then Civ BE.

Sure is, and if you don't buy Cossacks then the price is down to about 37€ which is pretty ok and you get most of the systems in the game.

Conquest of paradise might also be skippable if you don't intend to play in the new world, same with aztec dlc.

 

[jshackles]

I'm considering FF 7&8. Are there many benefits to playing them on PC as opposed to PS1 emulation? And I know the music was fixed for 7, did 8 have any problems like that?

Final Fantasy 7 on PS1 released before Dualshock controllers are a thing and unless I'm mistaken the PS1 release on PSN still requires you to use the analog D-pad for movement which is a total pain in the ass. The controller support for the Steam release of 7 is pretty good and works with xinput stuff (360, XBO controllers) right out of the gate.

7 also has cloud saving and some official cheat stuff if that's what you're into.

 

[industrian]

Do you not get cards when buying stuff anymore?

I ask because there's no bar/indicator in the Cart.

 

[septicore]

I remember the Upgrade to DARK SOULS II: Scholar of the First Sin having a higher discount if owning both the main game and season pass to Dark Souls II during the last seasonal sale.

Right now its just showing a 62% discount for me, that can't be right.

 

[Uzzy]

The only DLC that is absolutely mandatory for EU4 is the Art of War and Common Sense DLC. Art of War changes up the military game a ton, and you'll always be using that army builder, while Common Sense unlocks the development system, which is needed for buildings and tall nations. Finally, the Sabaton Soundtrack DLC is mandatory, as you'll dishonour yourself and your family if you don't own it.

The rest are great, but if you're not interested in a nation that the DLC is directed at, then you can skip it.

 

[septicore]

Do you not get cards when buying stuff anymore?

I ask because there's no bar/indicator in the Cart.

Still the same old every $10 spent you gain a card.

 

[Gren]

Oop, wrong tab.

 

[Nillansan]

Looks like Darkest Dungeon is on sale for ten bucks, go for it if you're interested. It releases this January out of Early Access.

Thanks. Good to know, I thought that the full release was still far off.

 

[pizzacat]

This is hard without some info. What do you have? What do you want? Give us a shortlist of what you dig or might dig.

You're already on Shovel Knight so your taste demonstrably does not suck.

RPGs?

 

[Spirited]

The only DLC that is absolutely mandatory for EU4 is the Art of War and Common Sense DLC. Art of War changes up the military game a ton, and you'll always be using that army builder, while Common Sense unlocks the development system, which is needed for buildings and tall nations. Finally, the Sabaton Soundtrack DLC is mandatory, as you'll dishonour yourself and your family if you don't own it.

The rest are great, but if you're not interested in a nation that the DLC is directed at, then you can skip it.

I think Res Publica is cheap and offers good value with the monarch point switching (national focus) which is good to have as any nation.

 

[Fluxdyne]

Final Fantasy 7 on PS1 released before Dualshock controllers are a thing and unless I'm mistaken the PS1 release on PSN still requires you to use the analog D-pad for movement which is a total pain in the ass. The controller support for the Steam release of 7 is pretty good and works with xinput stuff (360, XBO controllers) right out of the gate.

I don't have a Vita or PS3 to check, but on PSP you can remap the directional controls to the analog stick. You can also do it if you are emulating on PC.

 

[someguyinahat]

I can vouche for that one. A steal for the price. One of the few games I actually finished this year.

I've played Betrayer but I haven't finished it. It was enjoyable but the combat's pretty tough. You know how in Skyrim you play "easy mode" by shooting from afar? Here, that's almost the only way to play because if the mobs get in melee range you're basically fucked.

 

[Askherserenity]

I've spent all day trying to decide what to buy and as a result not playing anything at all.

 

[ChaosZeroX]

Just got Ryse Son of Rome. Hope its worth for 6.79 lol

 

[Professor Lich]

Thanks. Good to know, I thought that the full release was still far off.

Just double checked to be sure, it's official release is January 19th, 2016. They've also mentioned this is the last time the game will be on sale as an Early Access game too.

 

[Uzzy]

I think Res Publica is cheap and offers good value with the monarch point switching (national focus) which is good to have as any nation.

National focus sure is great. So great it was added to the Common Sense DLC! So you just have to buy that now.

 

[Sch1sm]

Just got Ryse Son of Rome. Hope its worth for 6.79 lol

It's pretty and about 5 hours long. You aren't losing at that price, I don't think.

 

[Nillansan]

Just double checked to be sure, it's official release is January 19th, 2016. They've also mentioned this is the last time the game will be on sale as an Early Access game too.

Excellent, I'll pick it up.

 

[Nzyme32]

Just double checked to be sure, it's official release is January 19th, 2016. They've also mentioned this is the last time the game will be on sale as an Early Access game too.

Perfect, picked it up as well.

 

[Spirited]

National focus sure is great. So great it was added to the Common Sense DLC! So you just have to buy that now.

oh had no idea as I buy all the damn DLC so close to release.

 

[jrcbandit]

I remember the Upgrade to DARK SOULS II: Scholar of the First Sin having a higher discount if owning both the main game and season pass to Dark Souls II during the last seasonal sale.

Right now its just showing a 62% discount for me, that can't be right.

The 62% off discount is supposed to be for people like me who only owned DS2 and never got the DLC. The DS2+ DLC owners discount is supposed to be like 90%.




Also, GMG has many games cheaper than the Steam sale - they have the same pricing as the Steam sale, but then you add the 20% off coupon code to your order. Picked up the Sonic game released in November for cheap, was thinking of trying Hard West.

 

[NewFresh]

I can vouche for that one. A steal for the price. One of the few games I actually finished this year.

Thanks, taking a look at it now.

 

[Jibbajabbawockky]

Any consensus on Total War: Attila? Worth $12 (GMG) if I already played a fair amount of Rome 2?

Excellent, if very, very, VERY, PAINFULLY difficult. The game is described as being "Survival Stragedy", and you can tell why. Very rewarding game though. Recommend playing as the Western, or Eastern Roman Empire.

Has amazing atmosphere as well, for a Total War Game

Totally recommend Atilla.

Played a ton of it this summer and its a much more focused and refined version of Rome 2. But its absolutely more of a survival game, which I thought was a really fun twist. In Rome 2 you're basically expanding your huge empire all over the place but the fun thing in Atilla is that it makes having a huge, sprawling empire really difficult to maintain. Loved how they added back more of the family tree aspect that Rome 2 was missing, the addition of seasons adds a fair amount more planning to moving your armies around and the game can be incredibly tense when the Huns start swarming your territory.

 

[Jebusman]

Do you not get cards when buying stuff anymore?

I ask because there's no bar/indicator in the Cart.

You still should. It lists on the badge page you get one card per $10US spent, like always.

 

[Professor Lich]

Excellent, I'll pick it up.

Perfect, picked it up as well.

Awesome! I hope you guys enjoy the game. I personally love how awful and terrible it makes me feel!

 

[ramoisdead]

 

[SparkleMotion]

Are there any good JRPGs on sale?

 

[Quote]

I bought Infinifactory and played the first couple levels. I can tell I'm really going to like this game.

I kind of want Endless Legend, but i've only ever liked 4X in theory and find them overwhelming. I almost purchased it but then I saw the DLC and do not know if I want to drop $20 on it.

Might upgrade my Dark Souls II to SotF.

 

[CountAntonius]

I remember the Upgrade to DARK SOULS II: Scholar of the First Sin having a higher discount if owning both the main game and season pass to Dark Souls II during the last seasonal sale.

Right now its just showing a 62% discount for me, that can't be right.

Having the same issue. I have the Original and Season pass.

 

[ramoisdead]

Are there any good JRPGs on sale?

Trails In The Sky: FC (First Chapter) says "hello".

 

[SparkleMotion]

Trails In The Sky: FC (First Chapter) says "hello".

I already have that, though...

 

[septicore]

The 62% off discount is supposed to be for people like me who only owned DS2 and never got the DLC. The DS2+ DLC owners discount is supposed to be like 90%.

That's what I thought as well, I own both Dark Souls II and the season pass but it only appears 60% discount for me for the upgrade, for some unknown reason.

I wonder if I'm the only person with this problem.

Edit:
Seems like I'm not the only person with the same issue.

 

[Sgt.Pepper]

Steam reviews for Darkest Dungeon don't see that promising.

 

[CarbonatedFalcon]

Hmmm. Is Dark Souls 2 SotFS worth it if I liked but never finished the first Dark Souls?

Might be between that and Pillars of Eternity for "big" purchase this sale. Maybe Gal Civ III or Age of Wonders 3.

I bought Infinifactory and played the first couple levels. I can tell I'm really going to like this game.

I kind of want Endless Legend, but i've only ever liked 4X in theory and find them overwhelming. I almost purchased it but then I saw the DLC and do not know if I want to drop $20 on it.

Might upgrade my Dark Souls II to SotF.

The Endless Legend DLC is definitely worth it and makes the game quite a bit more fleshed out IMO.

 

[Sch1sm]

Hmmm. Is Dark Souls 2 SotFS worth it if I liked but never finished the first Dark Souls?

Might be between that and Pillars of Eternity for "big" purchase this sale. Maybe Gal Civ III or Age of Wonders 3.

First isn't necessary for the second to be played or anything, but the first is superior. Why haven't you finished it?

 

[Sgt.Pepper]

Hmmm. Is Dark Souls 2 SotFS worth it if I liked but never finished the first Dark Souls?

Might be between that and Pillars of Eternity for "big" purchase this sale. Maybe Gal Civ III or Age of Wonders 3.

First Dark Souls is better than two, so.......

 

[bigzgod]

What the hell. Humble just decreased their top tier from $13 to $9. What about those that bought the $13 tier? They have a right to be pissed.

https://www.humblebundle.com/

 

[Nzyme32]

Steam reviews for Darkest Dungeon don't see that promising.

That would be because of it's journey in Early Access, where a number of updates were not well received after what people enjoyed in the original incarnation. Things have improved quite a bit from what I'm told. It will be once it leaves early access that there are an influx of new users and reviews, so if you are sceptical, wait till then.

Also 86% is still excellent as far as Steam reviews go. Sunless Sea is at 84% via Steam reviews - yet that is one of my front runners for GOTY in my opinion, I love it that much. I'm not alone in that thought, with some of the bigger reviewers catching on; I think Eurogamer gave it 10/10. 84% for Sunless Sea for example makes sense, since many people are not expecting such a text heavy game to see such positive accolade, they get the game and find it isn't what they expected or wanted, some expecting more combat / better combat mechanics even though that is a very small part of the game

 

[fenners]

People say omg SNAKEBIRD..... which is great and all, but I have two very specific picks.

Mini Metro


Sunless Sea

Easily two of my favourite games this year. Still sinking a ton of time into Sunless Sea.Totally deserve more attention.

 

[YianGaruga]

I think this sale will really hurt smaller titles. Nothing on my wish list is more than like 50% off and I see no reason to jump on them like I did in the past with flash sales. Instead of setting everything to the max discount most publishers seem to have chosen non-daily/flash sale level discounts.

I'll just go the safe route and buy Undertale.

 

[chixdiggit]

I've played Betrayer but I haven't finished it. It was enjoyable but the combat's pretty tough. You know how in Skyrim you play "easy mode" by shooting from afar? Here, that's almost the only way to play because if the mobs get in melee range you're basically fucked.

I can agree with that some what. I did enjoy being stealthy and using my bow.
The story kept me along and the game is the right length that I never got bored or frustrated.

 

[CarbonatedFalcon]

First isn't necessary for the second to be played or anything, but the first is superior. Why haven't you finished it?

Haven't had access to a controller for over a year (moved and it got left behind in storage, along with a bunch of other things - weird and long story) - so I haven't been able to play it. :/ Didn't want to buy a new one, but I'm going to get the stuff next week, so...maybe I'll start it up again then?

 

[Sora_N]

Got Shadowrun Dragonfall, I'll think about whether I will buy other stuff after.

I'm tempted to get FFXIII but I wish it was cheaper than $9 CAD. :/

 

[More_Badass]

People say omg SNAKEBIRD..... which is great and all, but I have two very specific picks.

Mini Metro

Last I played Mini Metro was when it was still a free alpha and I couldn't get into it. Seemed too simple for me, I didn't see the strategy. It's obviously evolved and improved since then. Can you talk a bit more about the strategy involved in the gameplay?

Sunless Sea

Sunless Sea is fantastic. The way it brings the world to damp dank inky-black life with its exquisite prose is just incredible. Some of the best writing you'll find in any game. The appropriately-arduous, purposely grueling journeys into dark unknown waters are always rewarding and always tense

 

[Erheller]

Any good turn-based tactics games on sale? I've got all the X-com/XCOM games, Xenonauts, and Invisible Inc. I also have Shadowrun Dragonfall if that counts.

 

[Sgt.Pepper]

I think this sale will really hurt smaller titles. Nothing on my wish list is more than like 50% off and I see no reason to jump on them like I did in the past with flash sales. Instead of setting everything to the max discount most publishers seem to have chosen non-daily/flash sale level discounts.

I'll just go the safe route and buy Undertale.

Get Oniken, only 50 cents!

 

[LurkerPrime]

Sunless Sea is the best-written game this year, bar none.

Believe the hype.


Also, the humble SE bundle is worth it for the Life is Strange Ep1/Season Pass coupon alone.

Any good turn-based tactics games on sale? I've got all the X-com/XCOM games, Xenonauts, and Invisible Inc. I also have Shadowrun Dragonfall if that counts.

Pure tactics? Expeditions: Conquistador.

Strategy with a huge focus on tactical combat? Age of Wonders 3.

Crazy roguelike spin? One Way Heroics.