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Originally Posted by Warlock82 I suppose it's partially a preference thing. I can't imagine trying to do some of the quick-reflex puzzles with a joystick aim though :P (you know, like when you're falling and you have to shoot another portal out before you hit the ground - that kind of stuff)

I know exactly the level you are talking about, and you're right, that was difficult with joysticks. But for the most part, Portal isn't a quick-reflex game. Most puzzles are solved by thinking, not quick actions. So it isn't a huge issue for the game.

Oooh, we finally get Vandal Hearts: FoJ. The delay worries me, though. Hopefully, the extra time allowed for a polished game. It's going to be a struggle not to buy it at 1200 pts.

Originally Posted by emg28 Oooh, we finally get Vandal Hearts: FoJ. The delay worries me, though. Hopefully, the extra time allowed for a polished game. It's going to be a struggle not to buy it at 1200 pts.

If it's like the original, then hooray. I'm not holding my breath though.

For anyone interested, I bought the Pinnacle Station DLC recently and was thoroughly underwhelmed. It's 13 combat missions (4 types, 3 missions each, and a special mission) and one other little "bonus" (it's not much of a bonus). For $3, it may be worth it if you really like Mass Effect or you want to achievement whore (150 points, pretty easy to get).

Oh why won't you let us use MSP for Games on Demand MSFT?? I mean, we can when buying full games over GFWL!! Isn't it practically the same...

just looking out for all my CAGs b/c I know we can all get points cheap and I would buy at least one Game On Demand if I didn't have to have it go on my CC.

but in for Serious Sam, Mass Effect DLC, and maybe something else..

Portal at $5 maybe even $7 would be fine but $10 is still too much when you can get it with the half life 2 episodes for $20 new, plus own a physical copy.

They should do DOTD one every Friday or Sat.

Originally Posted by token2k6 Oh why won't you let us use MSP for Games on Demand MSFT?? I mean, we can when buying full games over GFWL!! Isn't it practically the same... just looking out for all my CAGs b/c I know we can all get points cheap and I would buy at least one Game On Demand if I didn't have to have it go on my CC. but in for Serious Sam, Mass Effect DLC, and maybe something else..

Totally with you on this one man! I have around 3500 MSP left and I would probably buy Army of Two or Bioshock if I could use points on them, but nooooooooo...

lame!

Originally Posted by token2k6 Oh why won't you let us use MSP for Games on Demand MSFT?? I mean, we can when buying full games over GFWL!! Isn't it practically the same... just looking out for all my CAGs b/c I know we can all get points cheap and I would buy at least one Game On Demand if I didn't have to have it go on my CC. but in for Serious Sam, Mass Effect DLC, and maybe something else..

you can use MS points for them. You have to push like X or Y when selecting your buy options or something.

Vandal Hearts: FoJ is made by a western studio. Not sure how it will turn out

January 13th: Serious Sam: The First Encounter HD, 1200 Microsoft Points
January 20th: Vandal Hearts: Flames of Judgment, 1200 Microsoft Points

I will get them both If both on sale for 400 - 560 Each

Originally Posted by token2k6 Oh why won't you let us use MSP for Games on Demand MSFT?? I mean, we can when buying full games over GFWL!! Isn't it practically the same... just looking out for all my CAGs b/c I know we can all get points cheap and I would buy at least one Game On Demand if I didn't have to have it go on my CC. but in for Serious Sam, Mass Effect DLC, and maybe something else..

They do. Select the "Buy" option and hit A. Then the purchase menu will come up. From there you can select hit Y to use points.

Originally Posted by Masterkyo I will get them both If both on sale for 400 - 560 Each

Those are release dates and cost. I made it more clear

Originally Posted by Masterkyo January 13th: Serious Sam: The First Encounter HD, 1200 Microsoft Points January 20th: Vandal Hearts: Flames of Judgment, 1200 Microsoft Points I will get them both If both on sale for 400 - 560 Each

Those are release dates

Originally Posted by token2k6 Oh why won't you let us use MSP for Games on Demand MSFT?? I mean, we can when buying full games over GFWL!! Isn't it practically the same... just looking out for all my CAGs b/c I know we can all get points cheap and I would buy at least one Game On Demand if I didn't have to have it go on my CC. but in for Serious Sam, Mass Effect DLC, and maybe something else..

You can use MS points for Games on Demand.

When you click "Buy" and go to the purchase screen, you press the Y button, and then you can use Microsoft Points.

I wonder if Vandal Heart FoJ will still have crazy big head mode. I hope the delay fixed that.

Death by Cube has had my interest peaked since the trailer, previews from TGS. May have to pick that one up.

Originally Posted by Skoad There's just a certain point of no return in the main story. You'll be able to access new DLC before that point.

Yeah I found something explaining what the deal was, so I deleted that part of my message. I guess as long as you have access to the galaxy chart, you're fine.

I have Orange Box, solid buy people. If not a easy one. Get Portal, it's goooood.
I didnt know bout the differences between the two versions.

Portal is one intelligent game that is highly enjoyable, I have not tried it on the PC. I used to play all my FPS save Halo on PC, but since my 360 is stronger than PC it's getting all the love.

Originally Posted by reddjoey January 25th: Portal: Still Alive, 800 Microsoft Points - 66% off

Reduction from 1200 MSP to 800 MSP is actually 33% off.

Thanks for the info reddjoey, I love getting these updates. Kept me from jumping the gun and waited for the sale price a few times already.

Originally Posted by bh47 Reduction from 1200 MSP to 800 MSP is actually 33% off.

oops.. fixed. Forgot to finish doing the math.

I'm going to get Portal, Pinnacle Station, and Vandal Hearts.... expensive XBLA month.

i passed on the 2 Mass Effect DLC + Warden's Keep DLC deal before, but now I'm starting to reconsider it again. It's risky though whether these deals will stack, and considering the ME DLC are pretty bad, I'm still considering whether to take the risk.

If things work out, then it means:
both ME DLC + Warden's Keep for 240+240+560-800 = 240 points...basically a dollar each (which should probably have been their true prices heh)

If not, I'll be out 1040 points that I could have used on a lot of better stuff out there on the marketplace. gah! do I take this risk or not...hopefully we hear from the 1943 ppl if they got their 800 points when they stacked it with the discounted purchase...