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[zkylon]

Just ARMA II itself. I thought I'd enjoy it as I like realistic military shooters in concept I guess...but damn, the overall execution bored me to shit.

Same happened to me. I'm not a big fan of military stuff, but I've always enjoyed methodical tactical FPSes like Brothers in Arms, Rainbow Six, Ghost Recon or SWAT and I thought I would have fun with it. I don't think I ever managed to kill anything in the freaking first level, and everything about handling the game feels uncomfortable.

 

[PixyJunket]

It's a Sonic game. There is no such thing as a good Sonic game.

That's not true!

That Sonic reskin of Puyo Puyo was still mostly good.

 

[shinobi602]

Same happened to me. I'm not a big fan of military stuff, but I've always enjoyed methodical tactical FPSes like Brothers in Arms, Rainbow Six, Ghost Recon or SWAT and I thought I would have fun with it. I don't think I ever managed to kill anything in the freaking first level, and everything about handling the game feels uncomfortable.

Yea pretty much

 

[DTKT]

You are all not hardcore enough.

Arma is the game that separates the weak from the strong.

Joking aside, I can totally understand why the game doesn't click with someone.

 

[Dice]

But you have to play a game like 50 hours to know if you like it or not. That's what DOTA2 people tell me.

 

[grkazan12]

I'll delete this post if it isn't the right place to post.

So I just got Max Payne 1 & 2 for pre ordering Max Payne 3 on steam. I'm willing to trade both games for another game on Steam. Just PM if anyone's interested.

 

[The Grim Heaper]

I'll delete this post if it isn't the right place to post.

So I just got Max Payne 1 & 2 for pre ordering Max Payne 3 on steam. I'm willing to trade both games for another game on Steam. Just PM if anyone's interested.

Steam trading thread.

More people will probably see it here, but still.

 

[HoosTrax]

Anno is more by the books - Tropico's unique humor and charm is pretty much rare and Anno doesn't have them.

That's a shame -- Tropico's personality is definitely what set it apart for me as someone who doesn't usually gravitate towards city builders. I actually bought the Tropico 3 pack early on during the weekend, but eventually caved and bought 4 as well. I kind of miss having Betty Boom berate me constantly (I've only finished three of the campaign missions in Tropico 4 so far, so hopefully eventually she makes an appearance later?).

 

[Ledsen]

Yay. Now I just need to be excited about the game. :|

Let me make you excited: ARKANE is making it.

That's a shame -- Tropico's personality is definitely what set it apart for me as someone who doesn't usually gravitate towards city builders. I actually bought the Tropico 3 pack early on during the weekend, but eventually caved and bought 4 as well. I kind of miss having Betty Boom berate me constantly (I've only finished three of the campaign missions in Tropico 4 so far, so hopefully eventually she makes an appearance later?).

Anno has tons of charm, all the little animations and the beautiful graphics really give it a unique personality. It may not have the jokes and satires that Tropico has, but IMO it has the superior atmosphere and is also the superior game.

 

[Ledsen]

dp

 

[Eusis]

That was a Game For Windows logo. It's a generic title for any games that's certified to work in Windows. It's not GFWL.

Yeah, Bethesda's been doing it for their games whether or not they are GFWL. While I'd prefer they just go with ONLY art, I do prefer having that banner there rather than that hideous generic looking PC bar that companies like Rockstar are still using for some asinine reason. Seriously, I hate that thing way more than is logical.

 

[Uriah]

Anyone else have an issue where non-steam game shortcuts are removed from their categories every time steam is reset?

 

[Haeleos]

Finding the good game buried under ARMA is really hard, but when you do, there won't be another gaming experience that will match it. The game demands a lot from the community, and is heavily dependent on if you can find other people looking for the same experience from it. (search "briggsil arma" on youtube to see why I bought it.)

 

[Wok]

Almost slipped my mind. Also the last day to join up the R* group for the free Midnight Club 2
http://steamcommunity.com/games/rockstargames

Thanks. I did not know about this offer. Apparently, the game will get automatically added to the Steam library on May 29th.

 

[zerokoolpsx]

Last day on Steam to get the preorder bonus of Max Payne 1&2 from ordering MP3.
http://store.steampowered.com/app/204100/

Almost slipped my mind. Also the last day to join up the R* group for the free Midnight Club 2
http://steamcommunity.com/games/rockstargames

So joined.

 

[Drkirby]

Looks like 3 of the eXceed shmups are coming to steam, published by Capcom.

http://cdr.thebronasium.com/cdr/3544

You can get them on Gamergate now (And for the last month), likely will be the same price:
http://www.gamersgate.com/DD-EXCEEDGBC/exceed-gun-bullet-children

http://www.gamersgate.com/games?prio=relevance&q=eXceed+


Also, looks like some Psychonauts DLC is in the works. Anyone know anything about this?

 

[ArtistDude88]

Also, looks like some Psychonauts DLC is in the works. Anyone know anything about this?

What what what?! As much as I long for more Psychonauts goodness, I'd rather have a new game than DLC!

 

[vall03]

Looks like 3 of the eXceed shmups are coming to steam, published by Capcom.

they've announced that since the start that they're are releasing it on Steam. I've been waiting for more than a month now including Cherry Tree High Comedy Club. Nyu Media can't do anything with this since its on Capcoms hand, and Capcom basically just said that its a "long process". They should have just surprised us by not telling us that its coming to Steam. The wait is seriously excruciating... *sigh*

 

[Glass Rebel]

What what what?! As much as I long for more Psychonauts goodness, I'd rather have a new game than DLC!

It's just an unlock key for Psychonauts 2, which you already own.

BELIEVE

 

[Firebrand]

Square-Enix midweek sale on Gamersgate,

Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light + DLC
Just Cause 2 + DLC
Supreme Commander 2

75% off

Also, Payday: The Heist is 75% off on Gamefly (I think it's Steamworks?).

 

[BackwardsSuggestions]

Just Cause 2 for £2.49 AND it's Steamworks?

Done and done!

 

[Chairmanchuck]

Just got a 50% King Arthur 2 Coupon in my inventory (till 28th may). Anyone interested?

 

[kafiend]

I don't know if everyone got one but I saw someone else mention getting one. I also had it appear.

 

[Firebrand]

Greenman Gaming:

Nuclear Dawn 75% ($6.23)
Zeno Clash 80% ($1.99)

 

[Deques]

Looks like 3 of the eXceed shmups are coming to steam, published by Capcom.

http://cdr.thebronasium.com/cdr/3544

Sell me the games already >.<

 

[Volcynika]

Looks like 3 of the eXceed shmups are coming to steam, published by Capcom.

http://cdr.thebronasium.com/cdr/3544

We've known that for weeks.

 

[ArjanN]

We've known that for weeks.

Yeah, but now it looks like it's actually close.

 

[amrod]

PAYDAY: The Heist

$4.99

http://www.gamefly.com/Download-PAYDAY-The-Heist/5000139/?cid=pdgd051512

99.9% sure its a steam key

 

[Baha]

Dear Esther 50% off $4.99
Plants vs Zombies 75% off $2.49

Dear Esther is great, I highly recommend it especially at this price point.

 

[Wok]

Is Dear Esther worth 4 euros? I did not like the mod, but improved graphics... and are there subtitles?

At least, they use an almost correct exchange rate.

 

[Nabs]

Dear Esther is tempting for sure.

 

[C_H_T]

Daily Deal:

Mini Ninjas is -75%

&#8364;2,49
£2.49

 

[Baha]

Is Dear Esther worth 4 euros? I did not like the mod, but improved graphics... and are there subtitles?

At least, they use an almost correct exchange rate.

There are captions/subtitles available and it is really a gorgeous game. I took like 60-70 screen shots during my playthrough.

[EDIT] Mini Ninjas $3.74 so bought!

 

[Sendou]

Is Mini Ninjas worth the price?

 

[Blizzard]

The consensus seems to be that Dear Esther is pretty/beautiful/atmospheric experience. Don't expect any sort of enemies, platforming, or adventure interaction, however. It's aimed to be a sort of (loosely guided?) visual short story.

 

[kadotsu]

Is Mini Ninjas worth the price?

DL the demo.

 

[Cydonian__Knight]

Everyone buy Dear Esther! It's an amazing experience with a moving narrative and incredibly impressive visuals. I can't recommend it highly enough.

 

[Phife Dawg]

Square-Enix midweek sale on Gamersgate,

Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light + DLC
Just Cause 2 + DLC
Supreme Commander 2

75% off

Lara Croft and JC2 are awesome games imo.

 

[plc268]

Is Mini Ninjas worth the price?

It's a cool little game with decent graphics. Reminds me of some of the PS1 era 3d platformers in style and gameplay. It's main fault is that it's a tad simplistic and repetitive, but it's pretty short as well.

But at the current price, it's definitely worth it.

 

[28 Posts Later]

It's aimed to be a sort of (loosely guided?) visual short story.

I wouldn't even got that far - it's a straight linear path. Atmospheric and beautiful yes, but don't go in expecting anything more than a cryptic visual story you advance through via moving forward.

 

[ROBOKITTYZILLA]

Dear Esther is tempting but... the summer sale! I must resist.

 

[Baha]

Dear Esther is tempting but... the summer sale! I must resist.

Don't resist it, embrace it.

 

[Mr. Luchador]

Yes. Summer Sale. It approaches (hopefully).

 

[Bentendo]

Is the Guardian of Light a decent single player game for $4? I know it's primarily meant to be played cooperatively but I have no interest in that.

 

[IblisGinjo]

Is the Guardian of Light a decent single player game for $4? I know it's primarily meant to be played cooperatively but I have no interest in that.

Yes, it is.

 

[Blizzard]

Is the Guardian of Light a decent single player game for $4? I know it's primarily meant to be played cooperatively but I have no interest in that.

Yes, I recommend Guardian of Light. It's well done.

I seem to remember there was one specific reason I didn't get Mini Ninjas in the past, but there doesn't seem to be anything obvious...weird DRM, or install limits, or some resolution lock? Who knows. Now I'm paranoid that there's some stupid reason I forgot. :lol

 

[wackojackosnose]

Dear Esther is tempting but... the summer sale! I must resist.

Argh, it's too indie for me not to wait for an Indie Bundle.

On the other hand, Serious Sam Complete Pack (Includes 7 items: Serious Sam HD: The First Encounter, Serious Sam Classic: First Encounter, Serious Sam Classic: Second Encounter, Serious Sam 3: BFE, Serious Sam Double D, Serious Sam: The Random Encounter, Serious Sam 2) is also tempting at 75% off (£15.75) but I just don't have the time to play it now so I might just continue waiting.

 

[Joe Molotov]

Is Mini Ninjas worth the price?

s'okay

 

[ArtistDude88]

Argh, it's too indie for me not to wait for an Indie Bundle.

On the other hand, Serious Sam Complete Pack (Includes 7 items: Serious Sam HD: The First Encounter, Serious Sam Classic: First Encounter, Serious Sam Classic: Second Encounter, Serious Sam 3: BFE, Serious Sam Double D, Serious Sam: The Random Encounter, Serious Sam 2) is also tempting at 75% off (£15.75) but I just don't have the time to play it now so I might just continue waiting.

Holy crap. I'm tempted to get that just for SS3... Odd that this "complete pack" doesn't have SSHD:TSE though

 

[KarmaCow]

Holy crap. I'm tempted to get that just for SS3... Odd that this "complete pack" doesn't have SSHD:TSE though

The multiplayer became F2P. I'm assuming the campaign DLC is the single player.