# Running digital distribution game sale/special thread **URL:** \ **Category:** The Game Room\ **Tags:** video-games-e-games\ **Created:** [December 18, 2009, 12:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734 "2009-12-18T12:40:57Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 29
**Author:** ![tr0psn4j](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/958977/32.png) [@tr0psn4j](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/tr0psn4j)\ **Post date:** [January 21, 2012, 6:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734/561 "2012-01-21T18:46:22Z")
> [@shijinn](#): > > it appears that _Mass Effect 3_ will require Origin and will not be available on Steam. what a dick move. i had intended to pay full retail for it, but i guess i could wait a couple of years and pay $10 instead. why would i want to install another storefront on my box? maybe i should skip the game altogether or buy a cracked copy. where do the kids get their pirated stuff nowadays? /sarcasm As an owner of 300-400 games on Steam, I am glad they did this. Now I wont have to buy it! Just like I did with BF3, I will boycott any game not available on Steam. Well, I’ll probably buy D3 ☹ But outside of that one game, it’s boycotts all the way around! ---
**Author:** ![shijinn](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/cc9497/32.png) [@shijinn](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/shijinn)\ **Post date:** [January 22, 2012, 6:09am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734/562 "2012-01-22T06:09:21Z")
> [@Kinthalis](#): > > … Am I going to pass up what is sure to be a great game because I gotta spend all of 2 minutes installing that garbage and 1 minute uninstalling a month later? … i have the first two on Steam, i’m not going to get the third one elsewhere. if i get the game on Origin i’ll still have to reinstall it at some point if i want to replay it. no, if i am going to be waiting at all, i might as well wait until it hits the sales circuit. ---
**Author:** ![Brainiac4](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/brainiac4/32/3534_2.png) [@Brainiac4](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Brainiac4)\ **Post date:** [January 22, 2012, 10:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734/563 "2012-01-22T22:03:43Z")
Not only would I prefer to get ME3 on Steam, I have loads of games that I’m working on already - Skyrim, Arkham City, AC: Revelations is the top of the list, with another dozen in the “not done yet” state, including Portal 2 multiplayer, DLC for Fallout: New Vegas, Civ V and so on. And the City of Heroes subscription, of course. Limiting the ways that people can buy your game is a bad idea, generally speaking. They better be getting a lot out of the audience lock-in to make up for the lost sales. ---
**Author:** ![shijinn](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/cc9497/32.png) [@shijinn](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/shijinn)\ **Post date:** [January 23, 2012, 3:32am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734/564 "2012-01-23T03:32:32Z")
> [@tr0psn4j](#): > > … Just like I did with BF3, I will boycott any game not available on Steam. > > Well, I’ll probably buy D3 ☹ > > But outside of that one game, it’s boycotts all the way around! come to think of it, on the flipside, i am willing to pay the ridiculous premium price ☹ that Diablo 3 will ask for despite the fact that Blizzard has a storefront, DRM and requires a constant internet connection.i am probably biased since i have bought all their games, but these are simply unobtrusive and well implemented. they gave you a copy of the game if you still have your old CD key, the DRM is well integrated and deters cheaters, and their games focus mainly on multiplayer. and now they have integrated ebay into D3! ---
**Author:** ![Max\_the\_Immortal](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/6de8d8/32.png) [@Max\_the\_Immortal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Max_the_Immortal)\ **Post date:** [January 25, 2012, 2:40am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734/565 "2012-01-25T02:40:13Z")
I just noticed that From Dust is $5 on Steam today. I can’t vouch for it as I’ve never played it, but I just bought it. ---
**Author:** ![Jophiel](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/jophiel/32/66_2.png) [@Jophiel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jophiel)\ **Post date:** [January 26, 2012, 5:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734/566 "2012-01-26T17:47:07Z")
Per Greenmangaming via Twitter: > [@](#): > > 1 hour to go til #Skyrim has an incredible #discount! 50% off of RRP! #GMGdeals [http://bit.ly/s1yYE9](http://bit.ly/s1yYE9) Are you ready? Limited offer! /James For those who can’t translate 140-char language, Skyrim 50% off today on [Greenmangaming.com](http://Greenmangaming.com) Edit: Sale not live yet but should be in about an hour. ---
**Author:** ![TheFifthYear](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/958977/32.png) [@TheFifthYear](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/TheFifthYear)\ **Post date:** [January 26, 2012, 5:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734/567 "2012-01-26T17:48:24Z")
> [@Jophiel](#): > > Per Greenmangaming via Twitter: > For those who can’t translate 140-char language, Skyrim 50% off today on [Greenmangaming.com](http://Greenmangaming.com) > > Edit: Sale not live yet but should be in about an hour. Anyone know if it will activate on Steam? ---
**Author:** ![Jophiel](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/jophiel/32/66_2.png) [@Jophiel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jophiel)\ **Post date:** [January 26, 2012, 5:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734/568 "2012-01-26T17:53:48Z")
It’s a Steamworks game, yes. They’re saying “limited” stock so you might want to get on it quick once it goes live. ---
**Author:** ![Jophiel](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/jophiel/32/66_2.png) [@Jophiel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jophiel)\ **Post date:** [January 26, 2012, 5:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734/569 "2012-01-26T17:56:51Z")
Guess I had my info wrong… they’re already sold out. GMG has a much different sales cycle timer than Steam. The sale was a few hours ago and ended quickly. Oh well. ---
**Author:** ![Shooby](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/f475e1/32.png) [@Shooby](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Shooby)\ **Post date:** [January 26, 2012, 7:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734/570 "2012-01-26T19:06:58Z")
Fiddlesticks about Diablo 3! I refuse to buy any game that requires a constant internet connection (unless it’s an online-only game, of course). Was going to buy Assassin’s Creed 2, but Ubisoft just pissed me off with their crazy DRM stuff. Makes you wanna turn to piracy, innit? ---
**Author:** ![Jophiel](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/jophiel/32/66_2.png) [@Jophiel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jophiel)\ **Post date:** [January 26, 2012, 10:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734/571 "2012-01-26T22:26:48Z")
Steam has a new mobile app for iOS and Android users. > **[Steam Apps for Mobile Devices](http://store.steampowered.com/mobile)** > > We've Got Apps It’s in closed beta right now. Installing and logging into the app will put your account on the wait list for future invites. ---
**Author:** ![SenorBeef](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/senorbeef/32/2220_2.png) [@SenorBeef](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SenorBeef)\ **Post date:** [January 26, 2012, 10:27pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734/572 "2012-01-26T22:27:35Z")
Awesome, been waiting for this. ---
**Author:** ![Kinthalis](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/kinthalis/32/16084_2.png) [@Kinthalis](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Kinthalis)\ **Post date:** [January 26, 2012, 11:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734/573 "2012-01-26T23:16:54Z")
I’ve been pretty lucky getting into betas recently. Here’s hoping my luck streak continues! ---
**Author:** ![Jophiel](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/jophiel/32/66_2.png) [@Jophiel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jophiel)\ **Post date:** [January 27, 2012, 8:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734/574 "2012-01-27T20:58:47Z")
Deus Ex games are all 70% off at [Getgamesgo](http://www.getgamesgo.com/category/deus-ex-sale) - Steam activation required 70% off MRP, mind you. Still, cheaper than Steam at the moment, especially for the Missing Link DLC ($4.49 vs $14.99) ---
**Author:** ![Jophiel](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/jophiel/32/66_2.png) [@Jophiel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jophiel)\ **Post date:** [January 29, 2012, 4:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734/575 "2012-01-29T16:38:16Z")
Is Risen any good? $5.99 on [Amazon](http://www.amazon.com/Deep-Silver-40781Risen4-Risen-Download/dp/B005JF4MTQ/ref=sr_1_1_title_2?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1327854691&sr=1-1) right now. No Steam activation ---
**Author:** ![Kinthalis](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/kinthalis/32/16084_2.png) [@Kinthalis](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Kinthalis)\ **Post date:** [January 29, 2012, 5:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734/576 "2012-01-29T17:00:33Z")
I enjoyed risen a lot. The team behind it are the same guys from the Gothic series. It’s not as polished an experience as something like Skyrim, but it does a good job of sucking you into the world. Combat is a lot tougher than skyrim, and it’s a bit awkward, IMHO. Definitely worth $6 though, I payed $29 and I feel I got my money’s worth easily. ---
**Author:** ![Jophiel](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/jophiel/32/66_2.png) [@Jophiel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jophiel)\ **Post date:** [January 30, 2012, 1:32am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734/577 "2012-01-30T01:32:58Z")
Thanks. Giving it a shot. I guess after frequent complaints from earlier sales of Risen due to the DRM, Amazon has a DRM-free version now. So you just download the 2GB game and you’re done. Nothing to log into or codes; just install and play. ---
**Author:** ![Jophiel](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/jophiel/32/66_2.png) [@Jophiel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jophiel)\ **Post date:** [January 31, 2012, 2:17pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734/578 "2012-01-31T14:17:23Z")
Greenmangaming currently has Skyrim 50% off again for limited quantities. Still shows as active but I don’t know how long they’ll last. ---
**Author:** ![Jophiel](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/jophiel/32/66_2.png) [@Jophiel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jophiel)\ **Post date:** [January 31, 2012, 2:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734/579 "2012-01-31T14:49:45Z")
Skyrim offer just ran out. ---
**Author:** ![Jophiel](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/jophiel/32/66_2.png) [@Jophiel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jophiel)\ **Post date:** [February 2, 2012, 1:39am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734/580 "2012-02-02T01:39:49Z")
Space Marine for $12.50 at Greenmangaming starting midnight Eastern Time. US customers only. I have no idea if its any good or not but it sounded like a significant enough deal to mention. Per GMG Twitter: > [@](#): > > For USD users: [Title No Longer Available | Green Man Gaming](http://ow.ly/8NQDY) @SpaceMarine is back in Groundhog Day deal with our #GMGdeals at 75% off! Live from 0000 EST! /James [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734.md?page=28) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-digital-distribution-game-sale-special-thread/521734.md?page=30)