[Dead] Gametap for only $4.95/month - Sam & Max Released [Mobile/Archive]

Legolas813

10-12-2006, 05:41 PM

This is for both new and current members. You must take advantage of this deal by October 31.

http://www.gametap.com/home/bday/bday_landing.jsp (http://affiliates.gametap.com/e.asp?e=5&id=2183)

http://img243.imageshack.us/img243/3842/limitedtimeoffergametapfx2.jpg (http://affiliates.gametap.com/e.asp?e=5&id=2183)

Some recent additions to Gametap:

The Last Express

Tony Hawk 3

Planescape: Torment

Colin Mcrae Rally 2005

Shadow of Destiny

Zeus: Master of Olympus

Zork: Grand Inquisitor

Baldur's Gate I and II

Episodes of Sam and Max 1997 Cartoon Show

Episodes of Sealab 2021

Sam and Max: Culture Shock

Sid Meier's Civilization III Gold

Far Cry

Railroad Tycoon 2

Serious Sam I and II

Rainbow Six 3 (and Rogue Spear: Black Thorn)

Tony Hawk 4

Kelly Slater's Pro Surfer

Silent Hill 2

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If you are signing up because of the new episodic Sam and Max games, could you please sign up through this link (www.gametap.com/telltale (http://www.gametap.com/telltale)). That way Telltale Games (the developer) gets money from Gametap. Thanks.

If you are signing up because of the upcoming MMO Myst: Uru Live, please sign up using this link (http://www.gametap.com/uru-offer), so that you are supporting Cyan.

figcoinc

10-12-2006, 10:59 PM

That not bad. I tried gametap once when it first came out. It seemed like a good little system. Of course roms and stuff you can get "free" but it wasn't a bad idea.

CheapyD

10-12-2006, 11:01 PM

Pretty cool...looks like you have to pay for a whole year at once, though.

mkelehan

10-12-2006, 11:19 PM

They seem to be adding classic adventures. I do like that. Might be worth giving it a year.

I'd be all over Gametap if they had scoreboards for single player scores, like XBLA games. They really do it for me.

Legolas813

10-13-2006, 12:07 AM

They seem to be adding classic adventures. I do like that. Might be worth giving it a year.

I'm a huge adventure gamer and that was my primary reason for subscribing to Gametap a few months ago. I try to keep a current list of adventure games available on Gametap. You can see it here:

http://www.gamespot.com/pages/unions/forums/show_msgs.php?topic_id=24684308&union_id=936

BTW, if you didn't know, Gametap also has streaming TV shows. They just today added some Sam and Max episodes (from the 1997 cartoon).

http://img167.imageshack.us/img167/8615/freelancepolicegametapen1.jpg

I'd be all over Gametap if they had scoreboards for single player scores, like XBLA games. They really do it for me.

They have leaderboards for some games, but it's pretty limited. I don't pay much attention to them.

Lou-Dawg

10-13-2006, 12:16 AM

You know I always just assumed Gametap sucked...but that lineup looks pretty good. I still hate subscriptions...but at least its tempting.

Legolas813

10-13-2006, 12:22 AM

You know I always just assumed Gametap sucked.

I hear that a lot. I think many people got the wrong impression because they tried out the service when it was first starting out. Gametap has improved immensely over the last few months. They now have 699 games (they add 5-10 more every single week). They have online multiplayer games with in-game chat and leaderboards, they have AIM built into Gametap, they have Gametap TV with new TV shows being added every so often like Sam and Max and Sealab 2021, as well as original content such as Gametap News. They are also hosting brand new games such as the upcoming episodic Sam and Max games (http://www.telltalegames.com/samandmax) from Telltale Games and the upcoming MMO game, Myst: Uru Live (http://www.urulive.com/blog/).

mattcube64

10-13-2006, 12:34 AM

I probably already know the answer, but...

Is there Mac support?

Lol...

Mad-B-Man

10-13-2006, 12:36 AM

Wasn't there this big thing about them doing this illegally when they started?

I'm kind of interested, I'll have to check what they have.

Legolas813

10-13-2006, 12:45 AM

Is there Mac support?

No, not at this time. Also, only U.S. residents can subscribe (and Canada starting on October 17).

Wasn't there this big thing about them doing this illegally when they started?

Doing what illegally? Gametap is legit. It's run by Turner Broadcasting (http://www.turner.com/) (CNN, TBS, TNT, Cartoon Network).

solsovly

10-13-2006, 01:11 AM

Nice, I think I'll sign up closer to the deadline.

Legolas813

10-13-2006, 01:25 AM

If you are signing up because of the new episodic Sam and Max games, could you please sign up through this link (www.gametap.com/telltale). That way Telltale Games (the developer) gets money from Gametap. Thanks.

If you are signing up because of the upcoming MMO Myst: Uru Live, please sign up using this link (http://www.gametap.com/uru-offer), so that you are supporting Cyan.

Mad-B-Man

10-13-2006, 02:44 AM

Doing what illegally? Gametap is legit. It's run by Turner Broadcasting (http://www.turner.com/) (CNN, TBS, TNT, Cartoon Network).
Well, I don't see how broadcast networks has anything to do with games.

I don't know their deal with Niontendo or sega or whatever, but I imagine they would like the idea much. Like, Dreamcast games?

CheapyD

10-13-2006, 02:58 AM

You can be sure that GameTap pays all the content owners for their games use in their service.

Paco

10-13-2006, 03:09 AM

I was thinking of signing up for Gametap for the sheer fact that they have Quest for Glory up on their lists. That game is the best adventure game I've ever played, besides King's Quest VI. I'm still kind of pissed off that Vivendi did such a shitty rerelease job on their complications and yet NO QFG complication at all. OR Gabriel Knight.

Mad-B-Man

10-13-2006, 03:10 AM

You can be sure that GameTap pays all the content owners for their games use in their service. Well, I can't argue with you, dear sir. I'm still some what intrigued with dreamcast games though. I'll read about the site some more.

Drocket

10-13-2006, 03:24 AM

I know I personally had a pretty negative impression of Gametap, mostly because their first year or two, they only seemed to have ancient Genesis games, Bejeweled clones, and things of that nature. They seem to be adding some relatively good newer content, though, which is interesting me. The new Sam and Max games, especially, are tempting me to sign up (or at least will when they're released...)

I'm not quite sure about signing up for a full year, though. It looks like they're running an offer now where you can sign up for one month and get a second month free, which is essentially the same price for only a 2 month commitment - I may go with that one.

ryanflucas

10-13-2006, 03:41 AM

Can anyone confirm if GameTap TV will run fullscreen?

trip1eX

10-13-2006, 03:50 AM

I signed up. Thanks for the post. I tried it out before and thought it was pretty sweet. but $15 was a bit much. $5 is better. per month that is.

And now they have even more games. The ones they are adding next week are quite impressive.

ONe of the best things about the service is the convenience. Just the fact you don't have to dig for discs or cartridges and load games is dam convenient. The fact that it's all under one slick interface is also quite convenient. Plus there's instructions for every game right there. For the more complicated games there's downloadable manuals in pdf format.

There's alot of educational type games in the service too. So some good learning for kids too.

jm2u

10-13-2006, 04:05 AM

Looking at my watch I see it's a quarter past Gametap going bankrupt. It's a good idea that is ultimately, impossilbly, inexecutable. SELL! SELL! SELL! ....They are public right?

Lou-Dawg

10-13-2006, 04:14 AM

Looking at my watch I see it's a quarter past Gametap going bankrupt. It's a good idea that is ultimately, impossilbly, inexecutable. SELL! SELL! SELL! ....They are public right?

Yes they are public. Here is a link...feel free to short the stock :applause:

http://finance.yahoo.com/q?s=twx

Kryian

10-13-2006, 04:57 AM

Look at it this way: For the price of ONE Next-Gen game, you get access to 700 games (legally), and by the end of the one year you are paying for, there could be 900-1000. Not only that, you are given online play for great games like Bust-A-Move, Magical Drop III, a ton of fighting games, shooters, puzzlers, and a host of others. And even still you get a bunch of random TV Shows, and while a lot are crappy, there is some decent stuff and I think awhile back they promised a Cartoon Network stream in the future. AND BEYOND THAT there are even a few EXCLUSIVES like Myst Uru Live and Sam & Max (well, that one is exclusive for now).

Really, it IS a great deal.

turls

10-13-2006, 05:32 AM

That list of educational/family games tipped the scale for me. This seems like an awesome deal.

Legolas813

10-13-2006, 10:07 AM

Can anyone confirm if GameTap TV will run fullscreen?

You can make the video window larger, but not quite full screen. See the link below for a screenshot.

http://img126.imageshack.us/img126/7153/fpgametap1dr1.jpg

slidecage

10-13-2006, 10:12 AM

if my computer could run it I would be all over this But my PC sucks. Last time i tried to download it the program kept crashing my pc

Legolas813

10-13-2006, 10:21 AM

Hmm, sorry to hear that. I have a low-level laptop that I use Gametap on and it runs just fine. Make sure in the Gametap options you pick 800 x 600. That seems to make a big difference as to how well the software runs for me. Oh, and you are able to run Gametap with one or two programs running in the background (like your Internet Browser), but try not to have any more than that open at the same time.

urzishra14

10-13-2006, 10:33 AM

probably means i'll have to get a "Dual shock" style controller for my pc.. i'm definately down with this they are finally putting some really great games up here.. 700 games (albiet most are like atari games or games that don't interest me) but 60 bucks and say only 60 i want to play is still a great deal.

Damian

10-13-2006, 10:40 AM

I wonder if this works with Cedega/WineX. No one seems to have tried it.

Legolas813

10-13-2006, 10:49 AM

For those of you with Gametap, don't forget to go into your settings and click on Personal and Family Filters. Change both options to M 17+. Otherwise when they start adding Mature games, like Far Cry next week, or if they ever add Mature shows, you won't be able to see them unless you change this new setting.

slidecage

10-13-2006, 11:09 AM

i find this werid

GAMETAP
Windows 2000/XP
Pentium III or AMD Athlon 800MHz or better
256MB RAm
5GB available storage (for application)
Video Card: 3D-capable video card with 32MB VRAM or greater
DirectX 8.X and OpenGL 1.1

WIIL NOT RUN AT ALL crashes everytime

TOONTOWN

Microsoft Windows 98, ME, 2000, or XP
233 MHz or faster CPU
128MB RAM memory (256MB Recommended)
100MB free space on your "\Program Files" hard drive (most likely C:)
A video card with 3-D acceleration, at least 8MB (32MB/AGP card is recommended)
A 56K modem, or a faster Internet connection
Microsoft DirectX 9.0c (or newer)
Microsoft Internet Explorer v. 5.01 (or newer)

all i can think is the video card has a problem i think i got a SHARED video card with up to 32 mb?

anyone know how to check what your system has

EDIT

I think i found the problem

HP pavilion
amd athlon xp 2600 +
2.13 GHZ
480 RAM

Im guessing my pc is running too slow??

Wolfpup

10-13-2006, 11:17 AM

I was pretty impressed with Gametap when I tried it last year, but it seems WAY better now.

But...can someone confirm that you can use a control pad with it (for games where it makes sense)? Like plug in a 360 pad and remap buttons how you want? During the beta last year a lot of controllers didn't work.

Skylander7

10-13-2006, 11:38 AM

Well... I can't check the site right now since work blocks Gametap... but I'm really curious about something. Are they emulating Saturn games? If so, how well do they work?

I'd really like to see some niche, low print run console games come out on the service. I'd also like to see some scoreboards and rankings as well. If they picked up Worms Armageddon with all the bells and whistles (custom user flags, tombstones, themes, etc.) and rankings, I'd pony up the dough very fast.

Wolfpup

10-13-2006, 11:46 AM

I just signed up!

I guess I should have asked on here-if you're using a laptop, and download the game at home, can you run it somewhere else? Like, oh, I don't know, uh...work? :D

I signed up for a year, and got two weeks free too! $5/month is great! My biggest gripe so far is you have to call their 800 number to cancel, and it automatically rebills if you don't, but when i called them last year I actually got someone who spoke English and it was no big deal.

slidecage

10-13-2006, 11:49 AM

Found the problems

My graphic card isnt supported by Gametap

only way i can play gametap is to run out and buy a new graphic card they said for around 100 bucks + 100 to install

Sorry but its not worth puttting 200 bucks into a computer just to play gametap

PROSAVAGE DDR

Damian

10-13-2006, 12:15 PM

only way i can play gametap is to run out and buy a new graphic card they said for around 100 bucks + 100 to install
That's ridiculous. You can get a good-enough-for-this Radeon 9250 for $50, and installing it yourself is trivial.

jrutz

10-13-2006, 01:04 PM

With Uru Live (http://www.urulive.com/) around the corner, I just might take this offer up.

Thanks for the post. See you online!

Jeremy

Legolas813

10-13-2006, 01:41 PM

Ok, I'll try to answer some questions:

But...can someone confirm that you can use a control pad with it (for games where it makes sense)? Like plug in a 360 pad and remap buttons how you want? During the beta last year a lot of controllers didn't work.

Yes, apparently you can use a 360 controller, as well as others (see here (http://kb.gametap.cust-serv.com/gametapkb/gametapKB/CONSUMER/esupport.asp?id=ee20d729-0d9a-4239-9cfe-1f847744299f&resource=&number=1&isExternal=0&nShowFacts=&nShowCause=&nShowChange=&nShowAddInfo=&activepage=statement.asp&bForceMatch=&strCurrentSymptom=&searchtype=normal&searchclass=&bnewsession=false&selecttype=match)). I haven't tried to use a controller with Gametap so I don't know how it works exactly, but it does seem they are able to be used.

Are they emulating Saturn games? If so, how well do they work?

They have Sega Genesis and Sega 32X. The games seem to run ok, but I haven't tried all of them.

If they picked up Worms Armageddon with all the bells and whistles (custom user flags, tombstones, themes, etc.) and rankings, I'd pony up the dough very fast.

They do have Worms Armageddon (as well as Worms 2 and Worms Blast). I haven't played it much, though, so I can't comment on how it works.

I guess I should have asked on here-if you're using a laptop, and download the game at home, can you run it somewhere else? Like, oh, I don't know, uh...work? :D

You can run Gametap from any computer. Just download the software and log-in with your account. Only problem is your save games and downloaded games are computer-specific, so you can't continue your same saved game on another computer. Also, it probably wouldn't be good at your work, because you would have to actually dowload and install the software on your work computer.

Wolfpup

10-13-2006, 01:53 PM

Hmm, it seems neat but I'm not sure this is going to work for me. I hope I can cancel :(

Legolas813

10-13-2006, 02:24 PM

I'm looking for some more people to play Orbz on Gametap. It's a fun new multiplayer game they just added yesterday, but the lobby is a little empty at times.

trip1eX

10-13-2006, 02:55 PM

Every game I've come across (where you'd think there'd be controller support) has controller support.

KaneRobot

10-13-2006, 03:02 PM

Going to look over the game list after work. Very tempting to go for it.

Skylander7

10-13-2006, 03:22 PM

Ok, I'll try to answer some questions:

Yes, apparently you can use a 360 controller, as well as others (see here (http://kb.gametap.cust-serv.com/gametapkb/gametapKB/CONSUMER/esupport.asp?id=ee20d729-0d9a-4239-9cfe-1f847744299f&resource=&number=1&isExternal=0&nShowFacts=&nShowCause=&nShowChange=&nShowAddInfo=&activepage=statement.asp&bForceMatch=&strCurrentSymptom=&searchtype=normal&searchclass=&bnewsession=false&selecttype=match)). I haven't tried to use a controller with Gametap so I don't know how it works exactly, but it does seem they are able to be used.

They have Sega Genesis and Sega 32X. The games seem to run ok, but I haven't tried all of them.

They do have Worms Armageddon (as well as Worms 2 and Worms Blast). I haven't played it much, though, so I can't comment on how it works.

You can run Gametap from any computer. Just download the software and log-in with your account. Only problem is your save games and downloaded games are computer-specific, so you can't continue your same saved game on another computer. Also, it probably wouldn't be good at your work, because you would have to actually dowload and install the software on your work computer.

OH SHIT!! If they have Worms Armageddon and rankings (maybe Gametap has set up its own multiplayer server to replace Wormnet and restored rankings), I'm subscribing as soon as I get home. Has anybody played it multiplayer? Does it have rankings? If so, I'll take anyone's ass on! I miss my flashing Elite ranking health bar :(

scottman

10-13-2006, 05:52 PM

What are the chances they go out of business and pull the site before the year subscription is up? It's only $60, but I don't want to get cheated. I think I'll start a free trial anyway though.

scottman

10-13-2006, 05:54 PM

They have OREGON TRAIL!!!
Brings back memories from 3rd grade. Time to go shoot some buffalo.

They also have Kings Quest and Space Quest for those of you still waiting on that reprint at amazon.

NoRain

10-13-2006, 06:36 PM

scottman

10-13-2006, 06:43 PM

I think you would have to be online to play, or else you could just download everything to your computer and then quit your subscription.

NoRain

10-13-2006, 06:44 PM

I tend to think so too but they could just time bomb it like DRM'd music or something.

Skylander7

10-13-2006, 06:46 PM

Ok you almost had me sold. They got Baldur's Gate 1 and 2, Icewind Dale 1 and 2, Planescape Torment, but where is the Wing Commander goodness? I downloaded the trial and played it and it worked great but the 2nd two games I downloaded kept crashing so that makes me rather sad, I think the problem was windows downloading an update and rebooting in the middle of the download, but I'm not totally sure if thats the problem. One big question for this is do you have to be online to play games you already downloaded. EG can I download a few games on my laptop and play it when I'm not on WiFi somewhere or do you have to connect to gametap just to play the games and not just to download them? If you have to be online to play I don't know if its worth it? Not when some cag could trade me a friend account seeing how you get 7 for something. :)

Oh yeah, I totally agree. I still have Wing Commander Prophecy and Wing Commander IV, but lost III somewhere. If they could snag all of the WC series, including Privateer... that'd be the fucking shit.

If they had the old Janes/EA flight sims (like ATF, Fighters Anthology, etc) and online play.. I'd splooge. That.. and... talk massive shit until somebody at least came close to shooting me down. :)

Lou-Dawg

10-13-2006, 06:48 PM

What are the chances they go out of business and pull the site before the year subscription is up? It's only $60, but I don't want to get cheated. I think I'll start a free trial anyway though.

Zero chance. They are owned by Time Warner, so even if they stopped service, they have the cash reserves to refund anything you paid for that you didn't get.

Drocket

10-13-2006, 10:21 PM

I'm strongly considering signing up, but before I do, I had a question: Has anyone here ever canceled their Gametap subscription, and if so, what was involved? I've signed up for a few too many services where you have to call an 800 number, wait on hold for half an hour, then go through a long spiel while they try to talk you into staying a customer.

NoRain

10-13-2006, 11:01 PM

I cant say for sure seeing how I never joined but it seems you do indeed have to call to cancel the service. People said their phone support was rather good thou so I'd expect a marketing pitch but maybe not a long hold time.

Wolfpup

10-14-2006, 12:14 AM

Yeah, you unfortunatly do have to call to cancel, but I've always gotten a human being in less than a minute (who actually speaks English, and isn't too pushy), so I wouldn't be TOO worried about it.

But if you do want to cancel after it's up (or at least reevaluate whether you want to continue the service), I'd write it on a calender/Palm so you remember to call before it renews.

Legolas813

10-14-2006, 02:36 AM

One big question for this is do you have to be online to play games you already downloaded.

Yes, while you are playing a game you must be online the entire time and logged into Gametap.

Ok you almost had me sold. They got Baldur's Gate 1 and 2, Icewind Dale 1 and 2, Planescape Torment, but where is the Wing Commander goodness?

You never know what they are going to add in the future. At this moment Gametap has 1,400 games under license (and new deals with publishers are being made all the time). 700 games are now available to subscribers. That means at least half the Gametap library has yet to be unlocked. You never know what games are in there. 5-10 games are being added to Gametap every Thursday afternoon without fail.

I downloaded the trial and played it and it worked great but the 2nd two games I downloaded kept crashing so that makes me rather sad, I think the problem was windows downloading an update and rebooting in the middle of the download, but I'm not totally sure if thats the problem.

It could very well be a corrupt download. Go into your Gametap settings, click on Local Storage, click on Advanced Options, find the game and delete it from your system. Then try to redownload it. Still, be aware that certain games on Gametap just won't work on certain systems or configurations. If that is the case, there is little you can do about it.

Pasco

10-14-2006, 02:43 AM

I sampled it at last year's Digital Life expo show in NYC. It was okay. Good concept, especially for those who don't use MAME, such as myself. Well, they are back at Digital Life (this weekend), and man, what an improvement. Tons of games, they download really fast (although I don't know if it was from a local server or not). They had all these SNK Neo-Geo games. Granted, the AAA titles were missing, Metal SLugs, Sam Shos, KOFs, but many of the lesser knowns were there. Lots of Genesis games, Intellivision, Capcom (G'N'G, Strider, lots of Street FIghters, Dark Stalkers, Night Warriors), etc. They even had Kolibri. I'm going to check if my PC can handle it, and if yes, $5 a month is definitely a good deal. I gotta get a controller, though.

Side Note: Concerning the Digital Life show, there are lots of games to view and play; FF XII, Guitar Hero II, Scarface, Phantasy Star Universe, Splinter Cell, Sonic, Resistance of Man, etc. I tried out Sonic Rivals (95% complete) for the PSP (the PSPs there have no Memory Card slot or UMD slot). It's 3D, but 2D gameplay. Meh. Better than the 3D Sonics, but not as good as the 2D ones. Maybe worth $20 or less. Ditto for Sonic for the DS (also 95% complete, and kinda slow). It's a port of the original Genesis title. I can't see this being full price if all it is one Sonic title. As far as the PS3 is concerned, the graphics are nice. The only playables were Resistance and NBA 07. NBA 07 looked as if all the players were greased up, all shiny. They had a BluRay video playing on this large widescreen set of some of Sony's other PS3 titles; Genji, Warhawk, some really nice looking off-road racing game (Moto something or other), 'Goddess of War', and Lair. Man, Lair looks like the killer app for me. Too bad I blinked and missed out on the pre-orders. It's as close as an interactive LOTR we're gonna get. I don't think it's coming out on release day anyway.

NoRain

10-14-2006, 11:41 AM

Thanks for trying to help Legolas, but I did their lil online support thing and they suggested I redownload the client and all the games I did, but no dice. Oregon Trail still won't launch and Tropico 2 still crashes, but Planescape Torment works perfectly. I'm gonna try their phone support tomorrow, as I think its a video issue and they claim its a firewall issue. 1 out of 3 isn't cutting it but it I really like the nostalgic collection so if I can get this issue fixed I'm in on this deal.

SpookyD

10-14-2006, 12:00 PM

Woah, I tried it the trial and its really great except I have a little bug where multiplayer is messed up and the side flashes, and the tech support guy had to "escalate" the problem. Also Streetfighter Alpha 3 mysteriously just changed from multiplayer to no multiplayer. There are some totally awesome games worth trying but SFA3 online was fun and they took it away already :(

peteloaf

10-14-2006, 12:33 PM

:bomb:DAMNIT! Gametap won't run on windows 64! I'd be all over this otherwise...

Legolas813

10-14-2006, 01:42 PM

Oregon Trail still won't launch and Tropico 2 still crashes, but Planescape Torment works perfectly. I'm gonna try their phone support tomorrow, as I think its a video issue and they claim its a firewall issue. 1 out of 3 isn't cutting it but it I really like the nostalgic collection so if I can get this issue fixed I'm in on this deal.

Oregon Trail works fine on my computer. And I also play Tropico: Mucho Macho Edition on a regular basis without problems (though I haven't tried Tropico 2). Sorry I have no idea what to tell you.

Legolas813

10-15-2006, 04:05 PM

Wow, I didn't know Cheap Ass Gamer was on Gametap's press page. Nice.

http://www.gametap.com/home/jsps/pressRelease/press_quotes.jsp

Mosaic

10-15-2006, 08:55 PM

I just signed up for gametap as well because URU online is going to be heading there. And I gots to get my Myst fix. But as I went online today I saw they had Street Fighter Alpha 3 on multiplayer!! I about fainted in my seat trying to get my controller hooked up. I played a round and kicked some serious butt and now it's gone?! Where did it go? Did multiplayer go down? Arghh! Anyway, for anyone on the fence it's a great service so far. They have tons of adventure games and hard to find games. Planescape,Command and Conquer/Red Alert and The last express. Wow.

auralia

10-16-2006, 12:39 AM

warning on this... i tried it about a month ago.... it wouldn't run at all on my computer ... a p4 2.8 w/ 2 gig of ram, 150 gig hard drive and a radeon x600 256 mb graphics card (yes i know it's not a great set up but still should be enough to run game tap... every time i tried to log in it would freeze solid... and I've never had any trouble w/ anything else from everquest II to the sims 2 and so on and so fourth....

as an oddity it did work on hubbys computer which is like a amd 2300ish i think (amounts to a 2 ghz processor, intigrated graphics (radeon x200 128) and 2 gig ram w/ 250 gig hard drive.... now why did it work on his and not mine... and running the same OS w/ no viruses...

also about 5 of the about 20 games i tried crashed on hubbys regularly, or just closed for no reason... and these games were the ones i was really interersted in, URU, beyond atlantas, tropico, etc.

also tried uninstalling, redownloading and other trouble shooting none of it worked for me

Eastsidecracker

10-16-2006, 12:55 AM

Is that the OPs referal links all over his op?

Aww, at first sight I thought it was the mailgame rental thing, then realized it was that shit I saw on tv.

Legolas813

10-16-2006, 01:06 AM

Is that the OPs referal links all over his op?

I did NOT put in those links. If you notice, my post was edited by CheapyD. I do NOT work for Gametap, Turner, Telltale, Cyan, or any other possibly related company. I am only posting a deal.

Legolas813

10-17-2006, 01:42 PM

Huge update today on Gametap!

Now available:

Sam and Max: Culture Shock, Far Cry, and many other games

Lots of content added to Gametap TV

A bunch of new multiplayer games, including Street Fighter Alpha 3

EDIT: Holy crap they have given Gametap a significant facelift. The welcome screen and options look totally different. And on Gametap TV you now have a progress bar!

CheapyD

10-17-2006, 11:43 PM

Sam & Max review now up on GameSpot (http://www.gamespot.com/pc/adventure/sammaxep1/review.html?page=1&sid=6159963)
7.7

Yeah, those are CAG's affiliate links...

Logg

10-18-2006, 12:02 AM

I just signed up why not I thought.

They have many games I want to play and Alpha 3 online YEA thats all I need

Legolas813

10-18-2006, 12:36 AM

What's the deal with Alpha 3? So many people mention that game.

ayolykewhoa

10-18-2006, 01:25 AM

Any chance of them getting some rare Saturn games?

Drakken

10-18-2006, 02:24 AM

Signed up for it today. Use coupon code ncta for a one month free trial.

I didn't realize they had so many classic titles available. It's the old PC titles that did it for me. I've missed out on 99% of PC gaming over the years, so it will be nice to play the great titles that I missed (and revisit some of the edutainment & Windows "Entertainment Pack" titles I used to play).

Wolfpup

10-18-2006, 10:02 AM

What's the deal with Alpha 3? So many people mention that game.

It and Alpha 2 are two of the best fighting games ever made, and I guess you can play them online through Gametap.

fraggedbylaggers

10-18-2006, 11:09 AM

I am soo in on this! What a deal!

Some reasons that I am so excited:
Episodes of Sam and Max 1997 Cartoon Show
Sam and Max: Culture Shock
Sid Meier's Civilization III Gold
Far Cry
Railroad Tycoon 2
Serious Sam I and II
Rainbow Six 3 (and Rogue Spear: Black Thorn)
All the streetfighters
The dreamcast stuff
And a hell of alot more!

This is great. I loved it when I tried it at DL.

Legolas813

10-18-2006, 12:21 PM

Two great new features added this week:

1) Moveable progress bar on Gametap TV (http://img246.imageshack.us/img246/6755/gametapnewfeatures2xc7.jpg)
2) The ability to save in games that don't normally have saves (such as arcade or old-school games) (http://img113.imageshack.us/img113/5435/gametapnewfeatures1za8.jpg)

Other features added over the past few months:

1) Online multiplayer for select games
2) Access to AIM within Gametap

MrNEWZ

10-18-2006, 12:28 PM

Sam & Max = Goodness

Logg

10-18-2006, 02:37 PM

I love this thing, Its very very fun

Mosaic

10-18-2006, 05:15 PM

Ditto on the Sam and Max game. Loads of fun! The dialog is snap on perfect for a Sam and Max game and it's very funny. The voice acting is quite well done as well.

The multiplayer for the Street Fighters is laggy though, but hopefully they will have that fixed considering only broadband users are suppose to use gametap.

Lou-Dawg

10-18-2006, 05:40 PM

I hope Gametap has something to detect autofire to stop cheating on Alpha 3.

TheGreat2nd

10-18-2006, 07:23 PM

I hope Gametap has something to detect autofire to stop cheating on Alpha 3.
Autofire on Alpha 3?
How could autofire help you in a positive way?
Jab jab jab?

Gamer97

10-19-2006, 01:00 AM

i am thinking of signing up. What type of controller are most people using? Xbox 360 controller, mouse and keyboard, which seems to work the best?

jalu6

10-19-2006, 01:12 AM

i am thinking of signing up. What type of controller are most people using? Xbox 360 controller, mouse and keyboard, which seems to work the best?

It automatically senses the 360 controller which is what I am using for all the joystick games. All the PC ones are still mouse and keyboard though.

trip1eX

10-19-2006, 02:14 AM

I use a cheap logitech controller. Works great. Played a bunch of 1944 tonight. And some Capcom 3-sport arcade game. Actually pretty fun.

Sam & Max seems pretty sweet, but just got started.

Got Civ3 going too.

Oh a couple old Castlevanias are coming soon according to the GAmetap previews.

Lou-Dawg

10-19-2006, 02:23 AM

Autofire on Alpha 3?
How could autofire help you in a positive way?
Jab jab jab?

Try fierce fierce fierce with E Honda or Blanka, or RH RH RH with Chun Li. Yes it helps you in a VERY positive way. Hence cheaters can abuse it (I've seen it on Kailerra).

Drocket

10-19-2006, 04:09 AM

I signed up for the 'buy one month, get one free', just for Sam and Max, and I have to say I think it was totally worth it. I absolutely love the old Lucasarts S&M game, and really didn't have much hope that this game would live up to the old one, but I have to say that IMO, it completely does. Somewhat short, of course, since its an 'episode', but still a respectable length. If the next 5 live up to the quality of this one, well, mere words will not be able to describe my happiness.

mcelfour

10-19-2006, 08:04 AM

Signed up, giving credit to Telltale! Thanks OP! I was just looking at subscribing as this post appeared, great timing.

PaulG

10-19-2006, 09:31 AM

I haven't looked at Gametap since it's release and I'm seriously impressed! Let me ask members one thing: Their website claims you can play online multi-player in games like Galaga and Bust-A-Move. Is this really true?

Legolas813

10-19-2006, 10:18 AM

Their website claims you can play online multi-player in games like Galaga and Bust-A-Move. Is this really true?

Yes that is correct. There are 58 "Challenge" games in which you can challenge other Gametap members and chat with them in game. Also, some of those games have Gametap leaderboards.

There are also other games that have multiplayer, but not necessarily through Gametap's servers. Such as 3D Ultra Cool Pool, Orbz (we need more people to play this game!), Worms Armageddon (haven't tried it myself), and Far Cry.

Legolas813

10-19-2006, 08:50 PM

scottman

10-20-2006, 12:59 AM

Don't forget that the Gametap deal ends this Sunday. If you are interested in subscribing you really need to do it ASAP, since I recommend using the free trial first to see if you want to lock yourself in for a year.

It was my understanding that you can start the 2 week free trial any time up until Sunday and lock in the deal as the plan it converts to after the trial is over. So in 2 weeks from now, you could still cancel before they charge you the $60. Is that not correct?

Legolas813

10-20-2006, 01:03 AM

True. I believe you are correct. I did not think of that.

Ubichu

10-20-2006, 03:31 AM

Are there any Gametap FAQs besides the limited one on Gametap's site?

Basically, I didn't see specifics about how their software works. It makes sense what others said here that you can't d/l the games and run them offline because if you could, everyone would d/l everything and quit.

Once you d/l a game, do you run its own installer program and then play it through a separate shortcut which authenticates with Gametap online (behind-the-scenes) before you can play? Or do you start up the Gametap frontend, it checks with Gametap online, and then you are allowed to play something you've already downloaded within the Gametap frontend (which makes it sound a lot like Steam)?

When I saw Commodore 64 games listed I started to wonder if Gametap is merely downloading a C64 emulator. If so, why not throw Apple II and Atari 8-bit games in as well? I thought there were loads of games for those systems that had fallen into the public domain, so you'd think they could have a huge selection.

I guess however they have done it, they must have modified the code of each game so that it can't run standalone. I wouldn't mind that if I knew 2 things: (1) I could go offline for the rest of the evening once I've been authenticated to play a game by Gametap online and (2) I'm not constrained by the graphic or sound limitations of their frontend. From other posts, it sounds like you are.

Until I know how it works, I'll pass, but it sounds like it has potential at that price. I loved Sam & Max Hit the Road. It was my all-time favorite adventure game. I still remember how you could make Sam cry by constantly clicking on things you can't do, and then Max would scold you for being so mean. I'm amazed it took so long to get a sequel... almost a decade?

Drocket

10-20-2006, 04:10 AM

Or do you start up the Gametap frontend, it checks with Gametap online, and then you are allowed to play something you've already downloaded within the Gametap frontend (which makes it sound a lot like Steam)?

Pretty much, yes (although I thought you were able to play Steam games offline once they were authenticated?)

When I saw Commodore 64 games listed I started to wonder if Gametap is merely downloading a C64 emulator.
I'm not entirely sure. I just tried a C64 game (just for you :P ), and it immediately loads the game in question, without the good old C64 boot screen. Exiting the game immediately sends you back to the Gametap interface.

If so, why not throw Apple II and Atari 8-bit games in as well? I thought there were loads of games for those systems that had fallen into the public domain, so you'd think they could have a huge selection.
I imagine they may eventually. I would imagine there would be a fair amount of programming and testing involved before they could release games publicly onto the service, though.

(1) I could go offline for the rest of the evening once I've been authenticated to play a game by Gametap online
I just tested this, by using my firewall to shut off my net connection - the game kept playing just fine. I imagine that it would work with dial-up, as well, though you wouldn't be able to switch games.

I'm not constrained by the graphic or sound limitations of their frontend. From other posts, it sounds like you are.
I guess it would depend on how picky you are about perfectly emulated sound... The Sega Genesis games I've played have sounded fairly good, IMO.

Until I know how it works, I'll pass
Sign up for the free trial and give it a whirl. I mean, what have you got to lose?

Legolas813

10-20-2006, 10:29 AM

I agree with everything said in the above post. Just some more comments:

When I saw Commodore 64 games listed I started to wonder if Gametap is merely downloading a C64 emulator. If so, why not throw Apple II and Atari 8-bit games in as well? I thought there were loads of games for those systems that had fallen into the public domain, so you'd think they could have a huge selection.

They do have one game listed under the 8-bit category: Tetris. I do agree they could put more of these type of games, but it seems they are largely getting away from this for a while. Instead they have been releasing more recent games (which is what users demand of the service and I agree they should do).

I wouldn't mind that if I knew 2 things: (1) I could go offline for the rest of the evening once I've been authenticated to play a game by Gametap online and (2) I'm not constrained by the graphic or sound limitations of their frontend. From other posts, it sounds like you are.

I just tested this, by using my firewall to shut off my net connection - the game kept playing just fine. I imagine that it would work with dial-up, as well, though you wouldn't be able to switch games?

I'm not so sure. I think that some very large games only download in part (enough to start it) and then download more of the game in parts while you get farther into that game. I have not read an official confirmation of this anywhere, but from what I have observed of my game file sizes, this may be true. Don't hold me to it, though. Also, let me note that you cannot access the Gametap service if you have dial-up.

Ubichu

10-20-2006, 12:29 PM

Wolfpup

10-20-2006, 01:05 PM

Drocket and Legolas813, thanks for that very helpful info! If I understood correctly, it sounds like Gametap automatically downloads, installs, and launches the game you've chosen, so you don't run setup.exe or launch from a separate shortcut. Then you can go offline and play that game as long as you want. You only have to go back online if you want to switch to a different game. It also sounds like the Gametap frontend is out of the picture once you're playing the game.

I was afraid everything might be running inside of this frontend... much like emulated games would be limited by the graphics and sound options of the emulator. I remember one old emulator wouldn't go above 800x600, and I wanted to make sure Gametap games support the same graphics and sound as the game originally did when it was released as standalone. It sounds like that's the case, so I might try Gametap after all. I assume Gametap never takes away games... they just add them, so if you start playing a game and save your progress, you could pick up where you left off several months down the road?

This is the type of info Gametap should have in its online FAQs.

Right, you never see an install screen or anything like that, you just select the game to start downloading (you can queue up to three games I think), and then just run it when it says it's ready. I assume with PC games it gives you the same graphics options the games had originally. Emulated games run at whatever resolution Gametap is set for (I don't know if there's a limit-I've got it set for 1280x1024 since that's what my monitor is).

The Gametop interface is hidden when you're playing games-I mean the games are full screen.

Wolfpup

10-20-2006, 01:14 PM

Also, I can confirm the X-Box 360 pad works great (weirdly, 2D games feel more right on this pad through Gametap than on the 360...)

Every game (that supports a pad) lets you configure it right before you click "play". The default layout for Genesis games seems to be X=A A=B B=C, which looks weird written out, but is great in game.

Legolas813

10-20-2006, 01:16 PM

Then you can go offline and play that game as long as you want. You only have to go back online if you want to switch to a different game.

I don't know if that is necessarily true. It's best to be online at all times while using Gametap. I encourage you to take advantage of the 2-week free trial. Many questions can be answered simply by trying the program out for yourself.

Legolas813

10-20-2006, 01:24 PM

Canadian Gametap users:

Please be aware that you will not get the entire library of Gametap games, like the U.S. does. Due to publishing restrictions, Canadian users will not have access to the following games until further notice. This information comes directly from the Gametap FAQ (http://kb.gametap.cust-serv.com/gametapkb/gametapKB/CONSUMER/esupport.asp?hotid=8e5dd4e7-0032-4726-9659-3d996e242d2c&number=0&nShowFacts=&nShowCause=&nShowChange=&nShowAddInfo=&activepage=statement.asp&bForceMatch=&strCurrentSymptom=&searchtype=normal&searchclass=&bnewsession=&selecttype=match).

3-D Ultra Cool Pool
3-D Ultra Mini Golf Deluxe
3-D Ultra Mini-Golf
3-D Ultra Pinball: Thrillride
3-D Ultra Pinball: Creep Night
3-D Ultra Radio Control Racers
A-10 Tank Killer
Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn
Baldur's Gate
Battlecruiser Millennium
Boxing
Caesar III
Championship Snowboarding 2004
Cosmic Commuter
Decathlon
Disciples II: Gallean's Return
Disciples II: Rise of the Elves Gold
Dragster
Empire Earth®
Extreme Paintbrawl 4
Fathom
Homeworld
Homeworld 2
Hoyle® Backgammon and Cribbage
Hoyle® Battling Ships & War
Hoyle® Blackjack and Craps
Hoyle® Bridge & Euchre
Hoyle® Children's Collection
Hoyle® Classic Games
Hoyle® Slots & Video Poker
Hoyle® Solitaire & Mahjong Tiles
Human Freeway
Ice Hockey
Icewind Dale 2
Icewind Dale: Heart of Winter
Kabobber
King's Quest® I: Quest for the Crown
King's Quest® II: Romancing the Throne
King's Quest® III: To Heir is Human
King's Quest® IV: The Perils of Rosella
King's Quest® V: Absence Makes the Heart Go Yonder
Laser Blast
Laser Gates
Lords of Magic: Special Edition
Lords of the Realm II
Lords of the Realm III
Moonsweeper
O.R.B.
Pharaoh
Planescape®: Torment
Playground Sports
Police Quest: SWAT® 2
Private Eye
Quest for Glory® II: Trial by Fire
Quest for Glory® III: Wages of War
Quest for Glory®: So You Want To Be A Hero
Quick Step!
Rapala Pro Fishing
Sky Jinks
Space Quest I: Roger Wilco in the Sarien Encounter
Space Quest II: Vohaul's Revenge
Space Quest III: The Pirates of Pestulon
Space Quest V: The Next Mutation
Spelunx® and the Caves of Mr. Seudo®
Star Voyager
Subterranea
Tennis
Tetris
The Adventures of Willy Beamish
The Incredible Machine®: Even More Contraptions
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3
Universal Combat Gold
Zeus: Master of Olympus

Also, "due to Canadian law the video list must be restricted to 49."

So that means no episodes of Mezzo, Megaman, Sealab 2021, Sam and Max, etc. on Gametap TV (at least for the time being).

http://kb.gametap.cust-serv.com/gametapkb/gametapKB/CONSUMER/esupport.asp?hotid=b68a4d62-29ef-4637-a08f-9dfa6f4bec6b&number=1&nShowFacts=&nShowCause=&nShowChange=&nShowAddInfo=&activepage=statement.asp&bForceMatch=&strCurrentSymptom=&searchtype=normal&searchclass=&bnewsession=&selecttype=match

Drocket

10-20-2006, 03:12 PM

I assume Gametap never takes away games... they just add them, so if you start playing a game and save your progress, you could pick up where you left off several months down the road?

I don't think they ever remove games under normal circumstances. I imagine that there may eventually be a case where they have to remove some games for legal or contractual reasons, though. It sounds like the contract they have for using the games is supposed to essentially be a permanent one (we get to have your game on our service forever, we pay you $0.XX each month for each player who plays it), but you know how corporations can be...

Still, under normal circumstances, games should be around forever.

Drocket

10-20-2006, 03:15 PM

I'm not so sure. I think that some very large games only download in part (enough to start it) and then download more of the game in parts while you get farther into that game. I have not read an official confirmation of this anywhere, but from what I have observed of my game file sizes, this may be true.

No, I downloaded/been playing Prince of Persia: Sands of Time, and it had to download the entire 1.2G file before it installed/launched. I was impressed by how fast it was for such a huge file, though - only about 20 minutes. Of course, I wouldn't want to try that on dial-up :)

Legolas813

10-20-2006, 03:24 PM

No, I downloaded/been playing Prince of Persia: Sands of Time, and it had to download the entire 1.2G file before it installed/launched. I was impressed by how fast it was for such a huge file, though - only about 20 minutes.

Yes, but shouldn't that game be more than 1.2 GB? That's a really low file size for a recent game like that. Looking at my file sizes in Gametap, some of them seem to be growing while I get farther in the game (now this could just be the save games, but I don't think save games would be 200 MB or more).

Of course, I wouldn't want to try that on dial-up :)

Well there is no decision to make. You are not able to access Gametap with dial-up.

Wolfpup

10-20-2006, 03:27 PM

That sounds right to me. The game shipped on two CDs.

Legolas813

10-20-2006, 03:45 PM

Doom Gaze

10-20-2006, 03:56 PM

It looks like a good service, but I hate to see it exist in that way. Such a noble endeavor but wii know that type of thing has brutal competition that will be its death.

Nintendo should buy them so Wii is the uncontested king of classic gaming.

Legolas813

10-20-2006, 04:01 PM

What in the world are you talking about?

Wolfpup

10-20-2006, 04:11 PM

Yeah, what the hey are you talking about? This has a lot of advantages (and disadvantages) compared to the Wii. For one, the games don't overlap anywhere near 100%. This is a rental service, which is nice in some ways. And plus you can play it way more places since it runs on PC.

Drocket

10-20-2006, 04:56 PM

Its kind of hard to compare Gametap to Nintendo's classic service, because they operate completely differently. Gametap gives you access to massive numbers of games for a monthly fee: Nintendo's plan is to make you pay for each game you download (essentially 'buying' the game.) Its like comparing Napster's monthly service plan, where you get access to more than a million songs for $15/month, to iTune's service where you pay $0.99/song and can play it forever: people who are interested in large numbers of songs would probably be better served by Napster, while people who just want a few songs they really like would probably be better off buying them on iTunes (and yeah, I know you can buy them on Napster too. Its an analogy. Work with me here :P )

More than that, the 2 systems offer completely different game options: Nintendo will offer their own library of games, and maybe some third-party games that were released on the NES/SNES, while Gametap offers games from a wide variety of sources. The Wii is extremely unlikely to ever be able to offer DOS and Windows games.

CheapyD

10-20-2006, 09:16 PM

just got this press release
***GameTap Media Alert***

GameTap Goes Gothic This Halloween With Silent Hill 2 And Castlevania;

Adds A New Episode Of Hyper 5

Broadband entertainment just got eerie! This Halloween, Turner Broadcasting’s GameTap gets into the spirit of the holiday by featuring a number of the greatest fright night franchises ever, including “Silent Hill 2: Restless Dreams” and the “Konami Collector’s Series: Castlevania & Contra,” alongside an all-new episode of Hyper 5.

Silent Hill 2: Restless Dreams: As part of this decade’s most indelible survival horror series, “Silent Hill 2: Restless Dreams” contains all of the content of the original console version of “Silent Hill 2,” but with the PC extras. This includes the "Born from a Wish" scenario where players take control of Maria prior to her first appearance in the main game. Also included is a sixth ending to the main scenario and a minor feature that allows you to switch to a different film stock presentation.

Konami Collector’s Series: Castlevania & Contra: If “Silent Hill” is too mature for your taste, check out this E-rated 8 Bit collection of the first three “Castlevania” titles along with two “Contra” classics (“Contra” and “Super C”). These “Castlevania” vampire-slayer classics are filled with icons from horror literature and legends, such as Dracula, Frankenstein’s Monster, Medusa, and the Grim Reaper. Speaking of the Grim Reaper, tune into GameTap TV to check out the following brand new episode of Hyper 5…

Hyper 5 - Custom Tailored Grim Reapers: This episode of GameTap TV’s countdown show highlights the top 5 video game characters that rely on their special suits or outfits to accomplish tasks. They are stylin' and profilin', deadly dangerous, and most importantly – they look GOOD.

Additional Games: Also joining the network on Halloween is “Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Gold” (which includes the “Desert Siege” and “Island Thunder” expansions) and “Vampire Savior: The Lord of Vampire,” a timely Arcade classic from Capcom.

So instead of candy, give your friends GameTap this Halloween. GameTap gives subscribers unlimited access to more than 700 games at any time, along with over 600 original TV shows and videos that cater to fans of the video game lifestyle. To register for GameTap, visit www.gametap.com (http://affiliates.gametap.com/e.asp?e=5&id=2183) where you can sign up for $9.95 per month, or take advantage of the limited deal: an entire year of GameTap for less than the price of one console game ($59.40).

Legolas813

10-20-2006, 11:53 PM

I noticed GameTap (www.gametap.com) brought back their "Top 5 Most Played" list to the website. Sam and Max is currently on top! :applause:

http://img220.imageshack.us/img220/9553/gametaptop5october20copylr5.jpg

Also for the past week, Culture Shock has continually ranked in the Top 10 most popular upcoming games, across all platforms, on GameSpot (www.gamespot.com).

Wolfpup

10-21-2006, 12:16 AM

That's kind of cool. I already own that Konami Collection though. Bought it for $10 several years ago. The emulation and front end are excellent, and can be controlled totally with a game pad.

And play Shadow of Destiny everyone! That was an amazing game! IMO a high water mark for the adventure genre. I played it on PS2 though, and can't vouch for the PC one working right.

Command & Conquer seems to be screwed up through Gametap, at least for me. I can't click and drag on anything, and the in-game graphics sort of look like they're interlaced-everything is sort of out of focus and jittery.

Legolas813

10-21-2006, 12:36 AM

And play Shadow of Destiny everyone! That was an amazing game! IMO a high water mark for the adventure genre.

I agree. If you are an adventure gamer, I recommend both Shadow of Destiny and The Last Express on Gametap.

Wolfpup

10-21-2006, 01:01 AM

Oh that's right! I really want to play Last Express-I missed it when it came out as I had an ancient PC at the time. Thanks for reminding me! It looks fantastic.

trip1eX

10-21-2006, 12:15 PM

kipz

10-21-2006, 04:09 PM

I'm looking forward to super C. I wish they could/would get old school lucas arts adventure games especially the Tim Schaffer games.

Legolas813

10-21-2006, 11:01 PM

^ Ok, how about this. When I first downloaded Far Cry, it was 2.1 GB. Now it is up to 2.5 GB and seems to get slightly higher everytime I progress in the game. I'm only on Level 2 and the file size has already gone up that much?

And this is not the only game where I have seen this happen.

Far Cry on my computer has now gone up to 2.7 GB. I'm pretty much convinced now that large games on Gametap are only partially downloaded to begin with and then downloaded more as you progress in the game.

Also, it seems you can stop a download of a game and continue it later where it left off.

Reikon

10-21-2006, 11:28 PM

Is downloading games extreeeemely slow for anybody else? I've been downloading Sam & Max for over 6 hours now and I'm on a 6 Mbit connection.

Z-Saber

10-21-2006, 11:31 PM

Tempted. I guess I'll decide tomorrow.

Wolfpup

10-21-2006, 11:36 PM

Hmm.... I just checked, and my copy of Farcry is 5 discs (and probably compressed). So maybe it really does keep downloading in the background. You could check your network traffic-disable your internet connection or something and see what happens.

Legolas813

10-21-2006, 11:39 PM

Is downloading games extreeeemely slow for anybody else? I've been downloading Sam & Max for over 6 hours now and I'm on a 6 Mbit connection.

No I can't say I've had that problem. Sam and Max was a relatively speedy download. Though in all fairness, my Internet connection is very fast. Still, the game is near 300 MB so it will take a while for many people.

Reikon

10-22-2006, 03:37 AM

No I can't say I've had that problem. Sam and Max was a relatively speedy download. Though in all fairness, my Internet connection is very fast. Still, the game is near 300 MB so it will take a while for many people.

My connection is fast too. If my download went at full speed I should have been able to download it in 10 minutes.

If downloads continue to be this slow I guess I'll just cancel.

icebeast

10-22-2006, 06:17 AM

I decided to sign up for the buy one month get another free, the list of games looks really good; and after really enjoying the xbox360 live arcade I'm sure I'll enjoy this, especially since lately I haven't been able to get full into really time consuming console games because of college.

I figured I'd give it a try for a couple months and see what I think.

PeaceOut->
icebeast

Legolas813

10-22-2006, 01:06 PM

My connection is fast too. If my download went at full speed I should have been able to download it in 10 minutes.

If downloads continue to be this slow I guess I'll just cancel.

You're not going to get anything full speed with Gametap. I have a 35-40,000 kb/s connection and I still have to wait quite a while for some downloads. It somewhat depends on when you are downloading. Recently Gametap has gone a little slower at times, I'm guessing because of the big increase in subscribers.

But still it shouldn't take 6 hours for Sam and Max. Just try again later. I don't know what to tell you.

Legolas813

10-22-2006, 03:50 PM

The Gametap deal ends TODAY!

Z-Saber

10-22-2006, 04:42 PM

Simple, direct question: Worth it or not?

Legolas813

10-22-2006, 04:49 PM

I think it is well more than worth it, even at the regular price. Gametap is committed to releasing 4-12 games a week (including more recent games or hard to find games, not just old arcade games), as well as weekly content updates to Gametap TV (I love the Sam and Max animated series).

Some people absolutely hate the idea of Gametap and aren't impressed by the content. They also feel they want to OWN the games they play. That's a perfectly valid opinion also.

You really have to look at the content and updates for yourself to see whether or not it's for you. But really, for as low as $4.95/month, where can you get a better gaming value?

trip1eX

10-22-2006, 06:46 PM

The service has alot of great Windows titles on it. It has alot of old classics. It's even got new content. And Gametap adds games every week or two. Over 700 now.

Also it's convenient. That's a big plus in my book. All games are played thru one interface. Found in one place. No messing with cds or instruction books, etc. It's all right there. You can also save game progress at any point even in games where you couldn't save before at all.

Anyway the bottom line is Gametap is $60. One new 360/PS3 game is $60 alone. If this one fact doesn't get you to sign up then I don't know what will. Absolutely worth it imo.

Z-Saber

10-22-2006, 07:00 PM

I bit and got it. Pretty nice library. Downloading some stuff overnight.

Simmen Stenil

10-22-2006, 10:29 PM

I went for it. I've been a paying memeber in the past and have loved recent additions they've made, but I've simply not had the time recently thanks to school. At this price, though, I know I can get at least five dollars with of enjoyment out of the service for the next twelve months.

Legolas813

10-23-2006, 12:36 AM

20 minutes left (assuming they take it down at midnight eastern time).

If you haven't signed up by now, I guess you're just SOL. :-({|=

Legolas813

10-23-2006, 04:05 PM

Deal has been extended to October 31!

scottman

10-23-2006, 05:41 PM

I wonder if that means they didn't get many signups or if they were getting so many they want to keep going. If someone doesn't bite at $5/month, I don't think they will ever sign up. Didn't it debut at $15/month when most here said they'd be willing to pay ~$10, then later dropped to $10/month, and now $5/month?

What's next, $20/year??
Would it even be profitable for them to go that low?

btw, I started my trial last night and I think it will be very easy for me to find $5 worth of fun per month on this. Just playing burger time and zaxxon for a few minutes yesterday was great. It instantly detected and auto-mapped buttons for my logitech rumblepad and so far seems very polished.

guessed

10-23-2006, 05:55 PM

Deal has been extended to October 31!

Man, I was so proud of myself for resisting the deal, and now they make it so I have to resist another week? Not fair.

Legolas813

10-25-2006, 11:38 AM

I forgot to mention in the original post that GameTap doesn't charge tax, so you will be paying a flat $59.40 for one year, nothing more.

Note: They may charge tax in Georgia, since that is where GameTap is located.

scottman

10-25-2006, 03:23 PM

I've had a few days to play with it now, and for the most part works well, but a few of the games either freeze gametap or don't load at all when I try to play them, which is a pain on the games that take hours to download. (so far, only 2 out of the 10+ I've tried do that though) I would recommend that you try running your favorite games before your trials are over, even if just to see if the title screen comes up.

Legolas813

10-29-2006, 02:28 PM

Just a couple of days left.

scottman

10-30-2006, 03:33 PM

bump since it's ending tomorrow.

So far I like it, and will probably keep it for a year at this price. My only gripes are that Myst, Space Quest I, and Outrun 2019 freeze my computer for some reason.

Most other games that I've tried (~20) play great.

They just added some Konami collector series games (Castlevania I, II, III, Contra, Super C). I guess they're nothing new for people who run emulators though.

Wolfpup

10-30-2006, 04:41 PM

I already own that Konami collection for PC :)

I had signed up for this, but had to cancel since my internet connection is down, and I have no idea when or if they're going to actually fix it.

Legolas813

10-31-2006, 10:37 AM

Today is the last day. If you want GameTap and still haven't gotten it at this incredibly low price, I don't know what to tell you. You're not going to find a better deal. Don't miss out.

lawyeron

10-31-2006, 10:53 AM

Confirmed no sales tax in Georgia. Billed for $59.40.

Skylander7

10-31-2006, 10:57 AM

I read somewhere last night that Gametap is soon bringing Privateer to their lineup, for the Wing Commander fans out there. Great for those who don't feel like downloading it/patching it/emulating it with XP.

Wolfpup

10-31-2006, 11:03 AM

That's cool! I hope they get the second one. I'm surprised (but pleased) to see EA actually has some games up there.

Legolas813

10-31-2006, 06:44 PM

From the latest email:

11/2
It's Extreme Week! We've got all the hardcore sports action you can handle without any of the messy visits to the emergency room! Kelly Slater, Mat Hoffman, and Tony Hawk are all here, and they came to play.

11/9
It's a little of everything this week, as we take you from the high-roller casinos of the Hoyle Casino Empire, to the lead-filled skies of the Pacific Ocean in 1943: The Battle of Midway.

11/16
War is usually hell, except on GameTap! It's War Week, and you'll be able to fight as the grunts on the ground or the pilots in the air. Are you a good soldier? It's time to find out.

Stoneage

11-01-2006, 04:06 AM

This thing is still alive. Be quick or be dead!

Legolas813

11-01-2006, 03:16 PM

GameTap is always extremely slow at updating their website. The deal is still up!

Legolas813

11-03-2006, 02:12 PM

GameTap finally updated their website and took down the deal (it was up for a few extra days). If you didn't get in on the $4.95/month thing, they still have very reasonable pricing plans to choose from:

http://img421.imageshack.us/img421/5307/gametapnewpricing2copyno7.jpg

scottman

11-06-2006, 05:27 PM

Maybe it's just me, but even though it's only $2 more per month, that $83.40 just seems like a lot more than $59.40. No longer in the impulse buy range.

Legolas813

11-06-2006, 05:31 PM

Yeah $59.40 just seems like a good impulse price (like GameTap said, it's less than the price of an Xbox 360 or PS3 game). Still, $83.40 is not that bad compared to the $119.40 you will pay every year if you pay by the month.

turls

10-03-2007, 05:38 PM

I'm thinking there is a batch of CAGers that they risk losing if they don't offer the $4.95 deal again. But then again, the system is much better than it was a year ago. If anybody has any success getting them to match the previous price at renewal time, let us know ok?

Legolas813

10-03-2007, 11:05 PM

I think you get to keep your same pricing, but I am in the process of confirming with GameTap staff at the moment. I will post back if I find out anything.

Legolas813

10-04-2007, 10:50 AM

If anybody has any success getting them to match the previous price at renewal time, let us know ok?

I have confirmed this information with a GameTap staff member: You will continue to receive the anniversary pricing as long as you remain subscribed. If you do nothing before your one year is up, you will automatically be resubscribed for another year at the anniversary rate. If you wish to end your membership, you must do so before the one year is up, however by doing this you will lose the anniversary pricing when/if you sign up again in the future.

Wolfpup

10-04-2007, 11:27 AM

DANG! If I had known that, I would have signed up last year. It's an awesome system, but I still haven't worked through my backlog, so it seemed like I should wait.

Oh well, it's still cheap luckily. Hope it always stays this great of a price!

turls

10-04-2007, 03:42 PM

Fantastic news on keeping the price (thanks Legolas). On the official forums they hinted that they may do something for their 2nd anniversary, like they did last year. So CAGers may have another chance who missed out. I wouldn't recommend missing it this time.

Its kind of like how I feel locked in to Netflix because I have a 4 at a time plan (at the 3 at a time price) as long as I stay active. Not that I'm complaining, both of these services are worth keeping.

If they have anniversary pricing, this should be taken out of graveyard. Good info in this thread and no reason to start a new one.