There's no simple way to manage Steam Cloud files and the method to force what is essentially a server-side deletion is rather convoluted.
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STEAM announcements & updates 2013 II - ITT we buy $1 games and complain about them
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There's no simple way to manage Steam Cloud files and the method to force what is essentially a server-side deletion is rather convoluted.
Wow, it hadn't even occurred to me, it's pretty silly to have limited cloud storage space without a readily available way to actually DELETE files from said space.
There are so many systems that need a complete overhaul that I just have to hope that they are working on a massive update.
The client really needs a more robust download manager. Bandwidth limiting, download scheduler. Better game list management, better categories. Interface for cloud saves so that you can actually see what you have stored.
The client really needs a more robust download manager. Bandwidth limiting, download scheduler. Better game list management, better categories. Interface for cloud saves so that you can actually see what you have stored.
Yeah, I'd like to think Valve has an overhaul planned to coincide with the launch of its Steambox. In the meantime, though, now that Steam Community profiles have a user content page, a "Steam Cloud" tab would fit nicely.
I'm sure all that takes a backseat to increased linux distribution support or something
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Remember that time it took Steam 4 years to get a working friends list?
Haha, and the biggest issue with Offline Mode was fixed only after a user detailed the bug and offered advice on how to work around it.
Game: Sang Froid
Genre: Tower Defence - defend your sister at all costs from werewolves, spirits and the devil himself.
Playtime so far : 5 hours (10-12hrs for a playthrough)
Setting: Canada, December 1858
Review: I really love this game. The setting and aesthetic (folklore, snowy forest vibe) are great as is the soundtrack. Gameplay is really strategic and requires a good deal of planning to survive each night and there's enough new elements (fear factor, ziplines, a clever taunt mechanic etc) in the game to keep you coming back a number of times to try a different approach should you fail or succeed.
Defence takes various forms such as traps (some of which are triggered automatically and some which require your activation e.g hanging net you have to shoot to fall on your enemies), holy items which can deal area damage, axes, guns, the use of bonfires/shouts, consumable items, a few clothing items and the allocation of points via a skill tree as you level up.
In addition, there's two difficulty modes so you can switch it up should you find it too hard or too easy. Should you fail you are given the option to roll back to the beginning of the preparation stage (daytime) to redo your setup or to roll back to just before the night begins (twilight) to try your original plan once again. This can save quite a bit of time or allow you to go back to the drawing board if you need to.
The only complaint I could possibly muster is that the actual fighting mechanic could be a little smoother as a few times I thought I was going to connect with a beastie and subsequently missed but in reality I think it actually adds to the charm of the game and doesn't detract in any meaningful way. Overall I really think there is enough in Sang Froid to make it one of the great indie games this year.
Rating: 4.5/5
Will Play Again?: Definitely, one of my favourite games this year across all platforms.
that'd be pretty awesome but sounds to me like insane wishful thinking.
it's not on valve's style anymore to make big changes. just fix a year old due bugs/missing features, one a time
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Wow, it hadn't even occurred to me, it's pretty silly to have limited cloud storage space without a readily available way to actually DELETE files from said space.
Can't you just delete them in the game and when you exit they get removed from the Steam Cloud?
Thanks for the review, I'll pick it up later this month. I've watched a few development videos as well, it seems like fun game.
Sorry, I did my best with my limited MS Paint skills
There's no way to put a different colored border in the text, that's something they should add.
Oh no no, I meant that it's a horrid sight to see such DLC stuff on Doom. For a minute I almost thought it was real.
blindrocket
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I have a slight issue that I thought perhaps someone may have some insight on.
Lately for whatever reason, whenever I open Steam the software window always starts in fullscreen mode. Always. Even hitting the small screen button it stays full screen. I have to manually resize it every time now. It used to always remember the size it was after a reboot but not anymore.
This has nothing to do with Big Picture mode and I've already looked at the settings to see if there was something there.
Thanks
Lately for whatever reason, whenever I open Steam the software window always starts in fullscreen mode. Always. Even hitting the small screen button it stays full screen. I have to manually resize it every time now. It used to always remember the size it was after a reboot but not anymore.
This has nothing to do with Big Picture mode and I've already looked at the settings to see if there was something there.
Thanks
Wow, it hadn't even occurred to me, it's pretty silly to have limited cloud storage space without a readily available way to actually DELETE files from said space.
Wait, I thought the Steam Cloud storage space was a per game thing.
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The space is segmented up on a per game basis. Most games are only allowed to access 100 mb.... of which they generally use less than 10 of.
This causes issues with certain games, like Terraria (due to sheer save file size) and SpaceChem (due to the unlimited "rewind" feature). Not that I would want to be sitting there waiting for 100MB+ maps to upload to Steam Cloud each time I'm done playing Terraria. Not on my cable connection.
Yes, that is possible.
chixdiggit
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$12 for 2 copies of Don't Starve is an amazing deal. I really like the game. It's kind of like a rouge like Mine Craft with less emphasis on building and more emphasis on scavenging for survival.
Plus TF2 hats.
Plus TF2 hats.
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Up to 75% off PC Adventure Games: http://www.reddit.com/r/GameDeals/comments/1bqv72/gamefly_weekend_sale_up_to_75_off_pc_adventure/
Finally bought The Walking Dead and Jurassic Park. Both are Steam keys.
GFDAPR20 or GFDAPR20UK for additional 20% off.
Finally bought The Walking Dead and Jurassic Park. Both are Steam keys.
GFDAPR20 or GFDAPR20UK for additional 20% off.
Very nice. TWD is 6.72£, coupon applied. Isn't this the lowest it's ever been?
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Yes, I believe so.
Also, there is a new Get Re-loaded 72 hour sale. Pick 2 titles and get them for $10.
http://getloadedgo.com/
All Steam Keys.
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Thats what ive done. too early to tell if i stops the crashing though
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I'm pretty sure they've said they won't be able to implement those specific features until the entire steam system/games are on steampipe. I'm still waiting for them to update our profile pages. They're still in the old style and are pretty bland. I want top content/achievements/screenshots and such on there. The community features we've received so far are pretty good but I'd like them tied up in our profile, or allow us to show off our most liked stuff in a single page.
Also get rid of the carbon fiber look and make it look more like bpm. I'm hoping with new consoles coming out that valve are cooking up some big updates for steam.
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I found it amusing since I went in knowing it had been spanned. If you think that kind of amusing is worth your time go for it.
I'd be happy with a "Sort games chronologically instead of alphabetically" option, just like with every boxed games library in real life.
And I mean only games inside the same franchise. Those franchises should then be ordered by name, yes.
Haha, I misunderstood your post. Luckily, I think there's no plans to change good ol' Ultimate Doom and charge for the Nightmare difficulty.
Doom 4, however, is another story, and I (sadly) wouldn't be surprised to see it resorting to these awful practices.
Be warned Bethesda/id/ZeniMax: no free god mode means no buy, despite how good the game is. Ya hear me?
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I don't have a lot of faith in Doom 4 being all that. Half-Life 3 is no doubt a Source 2 game at this point, and they've been making great games year after year since the last installment, I'll sure it'll be the shit.
id...I feel they haven't even been relevant since Quake 3 back in '99. And I don't have a very high opinion on Doom 3/RAGE. I think they're more interested in tech than making awesome games now...then again, ask most Doom fans what they want, and it won't be innovation ("Doom II with more graphics, 60+ fps, Carmack pls ;_;"). Surely they can still do that, right?
id...I feel they haven't even been relevant since Quake 3 back in '99. And I don't have a very high opinion on Doom 3/RAGE. I think they're more interested in tech than making awesome games now...then again, ask most Doom fans what they want, and it won't be innovation ("Doom II with more graphics, 60+ fps, Carmack pls ;_;"). Surely they can still do that, right?
Today's Daily is half off DC Universe DLC. Somebody buggered up the spotlight on the front page, though, as it links to the game's official website rather than its store page.
I can see it now: God Mode will be the first pre-purchase reward, Nightmare the second, and Doom 3: BFG the third.
I can see it now: God Mode will be the first pre-purchase reward, Nightmare the second, and Doom 3: BFG the third.
Not sure this is the right place to ask but since it's the most active on pc gaming I might as well.
I just read some stuff about HDMI-CEC and its ability to turn on or control devices connected to others with hdmi cables. My Panasonic plasma TV (ST30) is connected to my PC (vga: 560 Ti) via HDMI. All I'm interested in is turning my tv on automagically when I switch from my monitor to tv video output on my pc. Is this possible or am I dreaming?
That would make Big Picture Mode so much better, among other things :/
I just read some stuff about HDMI-CEC and its ability to turn on or control devices connected to others with hdmi cables. My Panasonic plasma TV (ST30) is connected to my PC (vga: 560 Ti) via HDMI. All I'm interested in is turning my tv on automagically when I switch from my monitor to tv video output on my pc. Is this possible or am I dreaming?
That would make Big Picture Mode so much better, among other things :/
sorry if someone posted this but Get Games is having a sale on motorsport games.
Still better than the movie sequels.
Dude, didn't you know that by pre-ordering now you can get a 10% discount on the Season Pass? Dude, what are you doing that you didn't pre-order yet? Dude, don't you think you're forgetting the Season Pass? Dude, if you buy the VIP Doomer DLC you can remove half the microtransaction prompts (the other half will stay, though: poor devs have to eat, ya know!)
Doom 4: now always online, for your DLC purchasing convenience.
DUFFMCWALIN
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If you wanna split all I want is mafia 2.
Ha, this feels like a triple first:
1. Daily deal is only 50% (has probably happened before actually)
2. Daily deal is for DLC rather than a full game
3. Daily deal links directly to a third-party website/store
It -sounds- like this should work unless something is glitched with a particular save file. I'm not sure if certain games or circumstances prevent this from working correctly, however.
The first two have happened before, though I think this is just the second time that DLC has been a Daily. I distinctly remember the Dungeons & Dragons expansion pack DLC being half off last year as it was the first post-Summer Sale Daily I skipped, due to the $25 price tag.
Don't forget the guide!
SteveWinwood
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There is Fuel again.
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