The Steam Deal thread V5. The big sale is over. New thread coming soon.

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Welcome to the Steam Deal Thread V5! You can find link to past threads at the bottom of this post. Read post #2 of this thread for Steam FAQs and more.

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Steam Games and DLC on Sale - Updated 12/16

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Steam Games on Sale Elsewhere - Updated 9/23


Amazon
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Preorder Deals - Updated 10/28
Group Buys - Updated 8/14

Several multiplayer Steam games are available in 2-packs or 4-packs. These packs offer a discount over buying multiple copies of a game separately. We also maintain group buy trade threads for several games, so please use those threads if you're interested in setting up a group buy.

Free Stuff - Updated 4/3

There are several free games and mods on Steam. These are a few choice ones; you can find a full list here. Note that free games are not permanently attached to your Steam account like actual purchases would be. You'll need to manually download a game again from the website if you uninstall it.

Steam around CAG

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Past Special Sales

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Steam Retail Key List

What is a CD key and where can I find it?

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The CD Key is a serial number with a combination of 13, 18, or 25 letters and numbers - it can be found on a sticker inside your game's case or printed on the game's quick reference card.
The CD Key acts as your proof of purchase for the game - Steam Support may ask for it if you need to establish your ownership of an account. It is recommended that you keep your CD Key in a safe place to ensure the security of your account.

Which retail CD Keys are accepted on Steam?




All retail Valve games and a number of third-party games can be registered to your Steam account. All of the following games can be registered through Steam:
  • Valve CD Keys in this format: ####-#####-####
  • Valve CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Valve CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7
  • AI War CD Keys in various formats
  • Aliens vs. Predator (2010 Release) CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Alpha Prime CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Audiosurf CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • BRINK CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7
  • Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Call of Duty: Black Ops CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare is not accepted on Steam
  • Cities in Motion CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Civilization V CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Commander: Conquest of the Americas CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Cricket Revolution CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Dark Messiah CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Dark Messiah CD Keys may also have been printed incorrectly, please see the Dark Messiah article
  • Darksiders CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Note: The number 2 and letter Z may look very similar.
  • Dawn of War II CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Dawn of War II - Retribution CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7
  • Defense Grid CD Keys in this format (Direct2Drive only): 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Duke Nukem Forever CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Dungeons and Dragons: Daggerdale in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7
  • Empire: Total War CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-DDEFGH3-IJK4L-MNOPQ-RST56
  • F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • F.E.A.R. 3 CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7
  • Fallout: New Vegas CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Football Manager 2009 CD Keys in this format: 1AB2CD3FGH456I7JK8LMNOP9Q
  • Football Manager 2010 CD Keys in this format: 1AB2CD3FGH456I7JK8LMNOP9Q
  • Football Manager 2011 CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Front Mission Evolved CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Global Agenda CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Note: Keys purchased directly from the Global Agenda website cannot be registered on Steam.
  • GTI Racing CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • GTR Evolution CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Homefront CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7
  • Humble Indie Bundle in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Humble Indie Bundle 2 in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Humble Indie Bundle 3 in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7
  • IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Just Cause 2 CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Note: Please input all O's and 0's as Q's for Just Cause 2
  • Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Killing Floor CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • King Arthur - The Role-playing Wargame CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Lara Croft Guardian of Light CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • The Last Remnant CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Lionheart: Kings' Crusade CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Lost Planet: Extreme Condition CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Lost Planet: Colonies Edition CD Keys are not accepted on Steam
  • Mafia 2 CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Magicka CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Metro 2033 CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • MLB Front Office Manager CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Mount & Blade CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Mount & Blade: Warband CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Mount & Blade: With Fire and Sword CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7
  • NBA 2K9 CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Napoleon: Total War CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Order of War CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Prey CD Keys in this format: AAB1BB2C345CDD6E E7
  • R.U.S.E. CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Note: R.U.S.E. keys from Ubisoft's Digital River service are not accepted on Steam
  • RACE - the WTCC Game CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • RACE 07 CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Ragdoll Kung Fu CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Railworks CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Red Orchestra CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Rogue Warrior CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • SiN Episodes: Emergence CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Saint's Row 2 CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Serious Sam HD CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Shattered Horizon CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • The Ship CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Ship Simulator Extremes CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Silent Hill Homecoming CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Sniper: Ghost Warrior CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Space Trader CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Speedball 2 - Tournament in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Star Trek: D-A-C CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • STCC - The Game CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Super Meat Boy CD keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Supreme Commander 2 CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Torchlight CD Keys in this format: 1ABC-D3FG-4567-JK8L
  • Note: Only keys purchased directly from Runic Games or Perfect World prior to May 19th, 2010 can be registered on Steam.
  • Total War: SHOGUN 2 CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Unreal Tournament 3 CD Keys in this format: 1AB2-3FGH-456I-K8LM
  • Velvet Assassin CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings in this format: AB-1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM
  • Worldwide Soccer Manager 2009 CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
  • X3: Terran Conflict CD Keys in this format: 1ABC-D3FG-4567-JK8L
  • Zeno Clash CD Keys in this format: 1AB2C-D3FGH-456I7-JK8LM-NOP9Q
Opposing Force CD-keys cannot be registered through Steam. Opposing Force was included in a retail Half-Life package. The Half-Life CD-key included in the package will unlock all of the games in that package, including Opposing Force.
Note: Only the retail games listed above can be registered through Steam. No other retail games can be registered and downloaded using Steam.

Other Keys that can be redeemed on Steam (CAG tested & verified)
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The Ball (bought @D2D and tested by voken)
Supreme Commander Forged Alliance (gives both FA and original, bought @amazon and tested by vism)

Indie Bundles thread on Steam forums (link)


Past CAG Steam Deal Threads
 
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[quote name='Syntax Error']Your experience was completely different from mine. I hated that (it seemed like) 50% of the campaign was vehicle battles, it never really felt like they did anything with the reasonably interesting -- if implausible -- premise and the companion AI was ridiculously poor. And obnoxious. "Throw the grenade! Throw a grenade here! We need a grenade! Throw a grenade! Grenade here! Throw a grenade!" It was like hanging out with G.I. Rainman.

I can't speak for the MP though. But by the time I finished the SP portion, I uninstalled it and didn't look back.[/QUOTE]

Not to discount your opinion at all, but in all fairness, story implausibility and dipshit (companion) AI are present in most FPS, atleast to me; especially the former.

In regards to stupid companions, I still remember raging in World at War at the idiot soldiers running and crouching in front of me as I was shooting, causing the game to reload my last checkpoint. Or bumping me out into the open while I was trying to hide in a crack in the wall during the grenade spamming. :lol:
 
[quote name='sleepydumbdude']I keep getting a no subscription error when trying to install super crate box. Looks like some others are getting it on the community pages. Oh well I'll try it later.[/QUOTE]

Had the same but restarting Steam fixes it.
 
[quote name='Jokerkun890']Not to discount your opinion at all, but in all fairness, story implausibility and dipshit (companion) AI are present in most FPS, atleast to me; especially the former.[/QUOTE]
Which is why I prefer to avoid FPS's that rely heavily on AI companions. Like Homefront does. I didn't find the implausibility of the plot to be a detriment so much as the shallowness of it.

I got it because someone else raved about the setting and environment. It was good and had its moments (like making your way through a blasted out White Castle) but they never did much with it. The most unique environments were the suburban ones and you were either getting rushed through by your companions (and game mechanics like the never-ending waves of enemy soldiers unless you moved forward) or removed completely for more mundane environments (look, a farm! And a helicopter shootout over a highway!) Given that the setting is the best thing I can say for it, that's hardly a check in the plus column.

Maybe all that stuff happens all the time in the MP/SP sphere -- I generally play FPS's designed to be SP experiences. And I'll be the first to admit that games like Homefront are probably designed more around the MP with the SP tacked on just because it's expected. But it sure wasn't very good.
 
[quote name='Zipomatic2']Oh yeah, and I liked Homefront too!

Sure, it's not the bestest shooter ever, but it is fun enough and you get about 6 hours of gameplay in single player for your $5.[/QUOTE]

A complete story experience in 6 hours actually increases the appeal for me.

Super Crate Box on steam! Is there anything to pay for? Maybe steam workshop?
 
[quote name='Syntax Error']Which is why I prefer to avoid FPS's that rely heavily on AI companions. Like Homefront does. I didn't find the implausibility of the plot to be a detriment so much as the shallowness of it.

I got it because someone else raved about the setting and environment. It was good and had its moments (like making your way through a blasted out White Castle) but they never did much with it. The most unique environments were the suburban ones and you were either getting rushed through by your companions (and game mechanics like the never-ending waves of enemy soldiers unless you moved forward) or removed completely for more mundane environments (look, a farm! And a helicopter shootout over a highway!) Given that the setting is the best thing I can say for it, that's hardly a check in the plus column.

Maybe all that stuff happens all the time in the MP/SP sphere -- I generally play FPS's designed to be SP experiences. And I'll be the first to admit that games like Homefront are probably designed more around the MP with the SP tacked on just because it's expected. But it sure wasn't very good.[/QUOTE]

I definitely agree they could have done more with the setting/enviroment. Much like you, I found certain scenes really fun (the opening chapter, the football stadium, the church and escape.) The helicopter/highway, and suberbia chapters were my least favorite. Infinite spawning AI are definitely something I can't stand in FPS's (I'm looking at you again, WaW,) but there was only a couple places I felt that that bogged you down. I much prefer strategizing over rushing through.

I definitely see some potential in it, which is why I am actually hoping they do a good job with the sequel. If they can address some of the problems we have both mentioned I could see this being a really interesting series, story-wise.

I also agree about the mulitplayer, and I think that's why it was so criticized. More was expected from it, yet the single player ended up being better (IMO). If they focussed more on the SP, maybe it would have corrected alot of the mistakes.

To be clear, I'm not saying Homefront is a great game, or can't miss game. I do think it's a decent-to-good game though, and one that's worth $5 - not $40. If your backlog is huge, or you're sick of shooters, don't bother.
 
[quote name='HuntingNoob']Had the same but restarting Steam fixes it.[/QUOTE]

Thanks. Worked for me as well.

I enjoyed the SP and MP portions of Homefront. I think a lot of people "heard" that it was a bad game and then passed that info on without finding out firsthand.
 
[quote name='pantsattack']A complete story experience in 6 hours actually increases the appeal for me.
[/QUOTE]

While you might complete the story in 6 hours (took me 3 actually), I would hesitate to call it a complete story experience since it has no real beginning or ending, just a lot "Throw a grenade!" and "Run! Run! Run!" over and over and over. The squad AI is some of the worst I have ever seen, and it only comes off favorable when compared to Treyarch's COD games, which are some of my least favorite shooters of all time.

I will spoiler this bit where I complain about the story, but I don't think it will spoil all that much because I don't think the story matters whatsoever, though I will spoil it like crazy if you care.

The story goes, you are a pilot, so the rebels want you. So they go get you, getting themselves mostly wiped out in the process. Then there is a bunch of running around neighborhoods in scenes that were mostly repeats of MW2. Then there is a big scene in a tigerdirect parking lot. Do they have retail stores? Whatever, it doesn't matter because everyone is on fire now. Cue lots of yelling. Then you find out that you need to get gas and bring it to San Francisco. They needed you so you can cover the convoy of gas trucks all the way from Colorado. So you tag the trucks and then you steal them and then you escort them all the way to California. Then it is like, okay, here is your gas, and the game ends. You never even get to talk to the girl you just partnered up with while slaughtering hundreds of people across the land. And I know that people wanted that, because half of the screenshots in the game's hub on Steam are of her rear with captions like "Dat ass!"

But it is probably only the second worst modern military shooter I have played, so it has that going for it.
 
[quote name='Das_Regal']
The multiplayer is battlefield + counterstrike.[/QUOTE]
I haven't played it, but by watching it, it doesn't look anything like Counterstrike. If anything, it looks almost identical to Call of Duty.
 
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FWIW - The campaign for Homefront was half decent - as mentioned before, AI is rather dumb, but I kind of liked the story (yeah, I know, I'm a sucker for outlandish crap).

Not sure if MP community is still active, but I sunk 15-20 hours into it and enjoyed it. I got sidetracked with other games and stopped, but I can say it's worth the $5 if you're on the fence.
 
To anyone still on the fence about grabbing spec ops from Amazons deal. You should do it. The story alone is worth picking the game up.
 
[quote name='BigHerky']Does anyone think that spec ops could drop to ~$10-15 by the steam winter sale?[/QUOTE]

Absolutely. It's not a huge seller and 2k Games has been pretty good about discounting games to 75% off. I'd be surprised if the regular price doesn't drop by then. $10-$15 by the Winter Sale seems very possible.
 
[quote name='louiedog']Absolutely. It's not a huge seller and 2k Games has been pretty good about discounting games to 75% off. I'd be surprised if the regular price doesn't drop by then. $10-$15 by the Winter Sale seems very possible.[/QUOTE]

Agreed.

Played the demo and it was tons of fun, but I'll wait for a sub $10 before I bite. (huge backlog and all - I know, shocking ain't it)
 
When Yahtzee gave Spec Ops a good review, praising the story especially, it went on my "buy it when it gets under $10" list. If I didn't already have the Bioshock games, I may've bitten. With the backlog, I can wait.
 
[quote name='louiedog']Absolutely. It's not a huge seller and 2k Games has been pretty good about discounting games to 75% off. I'd be surprised if the regular price doesn't drop by then. $10-$15 by the Winter Sale seems very possible.[/QUOTE]
It looks like I'll be holding out until the Winter Sale comes along. The Amazon price for the bundle is unexpectedly good, but, sadly, I already own Bioshock. (I still need to complete it, as well.)

Man, it didn't take us long to set our sights on the next major Steam sale.
 
[quote name='EliotAndrews']It looks like I'll be holding out until the Winter Sale comes along. The Amazon price for the bundle is unexpectedly good, but, sadly, I already own Bioshock. (I still need to complete it, as well.)

Man, it didn't take us long to set our sights on the next major Steam sale.[/QUOTE]
Isn't that how it normally works? If its after the winter sale everyone talks about the summer one. If its after the summer one, everyone can't wait til the winter one. ;) Steam is not about games, its about sales.
 
[quote name='Terlan']Isn't that how it normally works? If its after the winter sale everyone talks about the summer one. If its after the summer one, everyone can't wait til the winter one. ;) Steam is not about games, its about sales.[/QUOTE]
This is gaben's plan all along. He doesn't care if you played 1,000 hours worth of games or 10, as long as your buying them, he makes money. When he puts them on sale, he makes more money.

So everyone wins, except our backlogs :lol:.
 
[quote name='BigSpoonyBard']I just wanted to highlight this since Super Crate Box is, indeed, free on Steam.[/QUOTE]
I just tried installing it, it asked to open Steam, gave the install dialogue box and then got "An error occurred (no subscription)".

Weird.

Edit: Reading the last page, this seems to be a common issue.
 
[quote name='vince_carter']So can anyone recommend any of those absurdly cheap paradox games? Never really paid them any mind.[/QUOTE]
If you're gonna grab one, grab the "Plethora of Paradox Games" for $11.54. That's only a buck or two more than Crusader Kings has been on sale anywhere, AND it comes with most of the DLC, Warlock, Magicka Collection, Majesty 1+2, and Victoria 2. All of those games are worth around $3-5 a piece, so you can quickly see the value...

Basically you're getting the cheapest deal around on CK2 + DLC, and another five games for free.

As for if the games are your style or not... who knows. CK2 (I haven't played it yet) is supposed to be one of the best strategy games ever made (more from a noble family politics angle), Magicka seems to be an arcadey action game that is supposed to be loads of fun, Warlock is a magic focused RTS (I think), Victoria is similar to CK2, and the Majesty games... You basically are building a medieval kingdom, so think RTS, but you're not in direct control of your troops. It's more a management thing (you put out bounties and incentives for your subjects and heroes to do things), but it's not super complicated like most RTS games. I recommend it.

In the end, for $11... Yeah.
 
[quote name='vince_carter']So can anyone recommend any of those absurdly cheap paradox games? Never really paid them any mind.[/QUOTE]

Yeah, they're great for your Steam Gifts contributor value. XD
 
I bought that bundle last time it was offered primarily for Warlock. Haven't played it myself yet, but all I'd read before buying made it seem pretty solid.
 
[quote name='Corpekata']Warlock isn't an RTS. It's a Civ-alike (turn based strategy).[/QUOTE]
Right, thanks for the catch. I haven't played it yet.
 
Well I've been off this thread for about a week, sad to see I only had about 30 pages to catch up in. Time for a page of rehashes!!

BUT FIRST!

* Face Kick Bundle sucks, don't think I need to go quoting for that one.
* I just got my Portal 2 coupon yesterday...yet it expires tomorrow and was good since the 16th?! I just don't get Steam sometimes... Anyways, its up for grabs!
* Got all new indie bundles released, regret nothing!
* People should be getting BeMine4 just for the Guns of Icarus Online code you'll get for $5+.
* I'm oh so very glad all the random Asian videos just so happened to end up posted on page 69 ;)

And finally....WHY HAS NO ONE MENTIONED THE SPECIAL REWARDS FOR THE INDIE ROYALE?!



fuckING SPACE ROCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

And now back to old rehashed old stuff that needs not be brought back up, but my god if it isn't my duty to do it!

[quote name='plft']I'm serious solely due to not having enough room on my shelf for my CDs, HDDVDs/BDs, and games. Since I have most of the games a second time on steam that's taken a backseat and has less room.[/QUOTE]
I've learned that if you are not going to play it and don't have the room out in the open, its time to invest in some nice boxes, lol.

[quote name='pROvIs']I second this. And the one true web browser is Lynx.

I know most will think these are funny but I use Vi regularly for linux servers and lynx occasionally to troubleshoot connectivity.[/QUOTE]
Agreed and it's not funny, its CRAZY!! But seriously, ya, its pretty common to still use both for, well, alot still.

[quote name='CheapLikeAFox']I would smother kittens with ice cream if I could. And you already know how I feel about jay's on guy.[/QUOTE]
:-({|=

[quote name='zillionandnine']Lately, I feel like this when coming to this thread:

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Seconded!!

[quote name='Eldredpe']11 Bundles sold...

How many you think they get to?

Bundle lasts for 40 fucking days![/QUOTE]
Well its up to 90 now!

[quote name='BrolyB593']I have been gone for a few pages because of the move but I a finally caught back up.... not as though much has happened haha

I just wanted to post this link for Castle Story again as a quick reminder to those who have not seen this Kickstarter. It is ending in a few days and it looks AMAZING. I do not recall who but someone posted this a while back when it began and I instantly wanted to give them my money hahah[/QUOTE]
Don't worry, I've been gone longer! Also, I had missed Castle Story, but oh well.

[quote name='CheapLikeAFox']My entire gaming rig cost less than your card :([/QUOTE]
And mine probably cost less than yours!!

[quote name='Preedatore']For half the price of that laptop you can build a pretty substantial desktop that will be upgradeable for the future. With half of the other half of the money you can buy a solid laptop that can play plenty of good games on the go. Then you can put the rest of that money away for games/upgrades.[/QUOTE]
I just felt like this point needed another bump; too many people waste money on "gaming laptops" and electronics in general... People need to learn to shop and think better before they buy.

[quote name='Idiotekque']I've never heard of them, and one of the reasons I'm probably going with Alienware is because I only hear good things about them (especially from a tech wiz friend of mine), and I think they offer pretty good support. They're expensive, but they're supposed to be quality machines. I hear good about Asus too, so I'm not totally set on AW.

My question was what VIDEO CARD would be good in an Alienware M18, not what other brand I should buy instead. >.>[/QUOTE]
[quote name='Idiotekque']He didn't recommend them due to price. He's been a tech for PCs as well as worked for Apple, and he has both Apples and PCs. He swears by Apples, just for OS reasons, but if he had to choose any PC to have, he'd go with an Alienware for quality (not price).[/QUOTE]
I know its already been said, but I have to say it myself. Your friend is not a "tech wiz", I'm sorry to say. And I'm surprised you claim he acknowledges the high price but is an Apple fan? You know what, nevermind, I'm not going to start that debate... Anyways, if you hate Dell so much, then why are you fighting everyone in favor of Alienware so badly? And Stop whining about how you asked for Video Card advice and got more; I'm sorry if people are just trying to help a fellow CAG out and insure he ends up with something awesome.

[quote name='elessar123']I've hated Alienware for as long as I can remember. Long before they were bought by Dell. Don't get one. Your friend is not a "tech wiz." He's also not a genius. What's next, he stayed at a Holiday Inn Express?

Get something like a $1000 Asus Republic of Gamers laptop. They've been on Warehouse Deals recently for under $1k.[/QUOTE]
:applause: & :applause:

[quote name='CheapLikeAFox']I tried the gaming laptop route once, utter failure. Just a bad machine that got lemoned out, but for the amount I spent I said never again.[/QUOTE]
I've rarely found anyone who's ended up getting a gaming laptop and HASN'T hated they got it within a few months of having one.

[quote name='CheapLikeAFox']Keeping your battery plugged in all the time kills it. So if you spend a lot of time plugged into the wall either take out your battery or unplug on occasion to let it drain and recharge. I spent about a yea with a laptop always plugged in and battery in and after that the battery held like 25 to 50% of the original charge.[/QUOTE]
I actually wanted to get this here because I noticed no one brought it up. Not saying anything by this, but you are KINDA wrong. It really depends on what type of battery is in the laptop. What you are saying is 100% true for NiMH; but its a bit different for newer lithium batteries. Basically, for older laptops/batteries its better to let them drain down before charging but for newer its better to not drop below either 1/4 or 1/2, I don't remember. I wish I could find an old page about this stuff to post, it really laid out everything about the different types of batteries very well.

[quote name='Idiotekque']It took like... five minutes for that image to completely load.[/QUOTE]
Looks like someone needs that new Alienware faster :lol: (or just a better interwebz)

[quote name='EliotAndrews']I'm totally interested in the Be Mine 4 bundle because of Zero Gear. I currently don't have a good "kart racer" on the PC, and Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing probably won't be on sale again for a while. (NOTE: I am aware that I'd also be getting a code for Revelations 2012. I accept this as a consequence.)

Have any CAG's tried Zero Gear?[/QUOTE]
Check the video settings for the awesome "indie" slider ;)

[quote name='sunasun']I would go with this

Computer Case - $359.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6811163067
Graphics Cards (5970 x2) - $1,499.98 ($749.99 each)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814161335
Power Supply - $329.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6817371039
Keyboard - $176.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6823126053
Mouse - $139.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6826104089
RAM (24GBs) - $1,299.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6820231359
Motherboard - $699.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6813128446
Heatsink and Fan - $129.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6835103056
1TB Sold State Drive (x2) - $6,098.00 ($3,049.00 each)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6820227515
8 core Intel Xeon - $3999.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6819115063
82" LCD Monitor (x3 for Eyefinity) - $131,999.97 ($43,999.99 each)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6824001305
Total Cost (After Shipping & Taxes):
$147,167.65[/QUOTE]
Aw fuck, this would be awesome!! I think I'll but it and take this great setup...but wait! I only have $147,167.64!!! Could a generous CAG spot me a penny? Trust me, I'm good for it!
I was trying to look up an old slang term to use for a penny, found this site, laughed my ass off confused as hell by the inclusion of the 2nd to last US term

http://www.hemyockcastle.co.uk/money.htm#us

[quote name='Honeybaked Ham']This was posted over in the Groupee thread. Watch this and tell me if you still think it looks good. I got a laugh out of it at least.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZW7zIsyDz3I[/QUOTE]
I haven't gotten around to subject myself to the game yet, but I seriously thought the talking was just stupid mic chat from idiot players....but no, I was so wrong and I just don't know how I feel about the world now....

EDIT: Unspoilered hoping to fix thread fuckup
 
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[quote name='Blade']You broke the thread again! Argh![/QUOTE]

AWESOME!!! I blame the quoting the Revelations 2012 video!

EDIT: Sadly I fixed it, sorry everyone :cry: I should never had removed those spoiler tags, the thread was so much nicer fucked up!
 
[quote name='EarthBoundX5']AWESOME!!! I blame the quoting the Revelations 2012 video!

EDIT: Sadly I fixed it, sorry everyone :cry: I should never had removed those spoiler tags, the thread was so much nicer fucked up![/QUOTE]

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[quote name='EarthBoundX5']I just felt like this point needed another bump; too many people waste money on "gaming laptops" and electronics in general... People need to learn to shop and think better before they buy.[/QUOTE]
Since I was the one insistent on getting a gaming laptop, I'll say again that I need one for lifestyle reasons. I am not going to be staying in one place, and I need something that I can pick up and move on a consistent basis. Yes, it means I'm going to pay another $1000 or so to have that mobility, but it's a necessity for me.

I'm not sure why that's such a hard concept to grasp, really.

[quote name='EarthBoundX5']I know its already been said, but I have to say it myself. Your friend is not a "tech wiz", I'm sorry to say. And I'm surprised you claim he acknowledges the high price but is an Apple fan? You know what, nevermind, I'm not going to start that debate...[/QUOTE]
Everyone bashes Alienware, yet about 99% of those people bashing Alienware have never owned an Alienware. Yes, they are very expensive, and not quite as well made as they were when Origin made them. That said, they are still of very high quality, and come with Dell support, which is the best around. For example, the biggest qualm I read in a recent Alienware review was that the keyboard flexed a tiny bit in a certain spot if you pressed down hard. Not exactly a dooming trait.

In the end, I've probably decided against them anyways. Clevo seems to be of as high or higher quality in some areas than Alienware, and they are a good bit cheaper (i.e. $2000 vs. $2500). Alienwares are very high quality computers, but expensive. That's where the blind negativity comes from.

[quote name='EarthBoundX5']Anyways, if you hate Dell so much, then why are you fighting everyone in favor of Alienware so badly? And Stop whining about how you asked for Video Card advice and got more; I'm sorry if people are just trying to help a fellow CAG out and insure he ends up with something awesome.[/QUOTE]
I hate cheap Dell computers that are frankensteined together and start falling apart after a year or two. The reason Dells are often so cheap is because they are not smartly built, and while they be fine for awhile out of the box, you start seeing the problems later on. The same isn't true of Alienwares.

Dell support is amazing though. Dell has its good points; I just hate their low end stuff, because that's all I've used from them.

And yes, trying to calm the clusterfuck of differing opinions and people throwing in "wtf this is off topic" every page or so was me "whining". Thank you for the brilliant observation.

[quote name='EarthBoundX5']:applause: & :applause:[/QUOTE]
Have fun with the Caribbean customer service the next time you have a problem. :applause:

[quote name='EarthBoundX5']I've rarely found anyone who's ended up getting a gaming laptop and HASN'T hated they got it within a few months of having one.[/QUOTE]
They didn't spend enough money then. ;)
 
[quote name='EarthBoundX5']And finally....WHY HAS NO ONE MENTIONED THE SPECIAL REWARDS FOR THE INDIE ROYALE?!
[...]
fuckING SPACE ROCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!![/QUOTE]
Presumably because no CAG is going to be in the "top contributor" running for a space rock. ;)
 
[quote name='EarthBoundX5']Well I've been off this thread for about a week, sad to see I only had about 30 pages to catch up in. Time for a page of rehashes!!

BUT FIRST!

* Face Kick Bundle sucks, don't think I need to go quoting for that one.
* I just got my Portal 2 coupon yesterday...yet it expires tomorrow and was good since the 16th?! I just don't get Steam sometimes... Anyways, its up for grabs!
* Got all new indie bundles released, regret nothing!
* People should be getting BeMine4 just for the Guns of Icarus Online code you'll get for $5+.
* I'm oh so very glad all the random Asian videos just so happened to end up posted on page 69

And finally....WHY HAS NO ONE MENTIONED THE SPECIAL REWARDS FOR THE INDIE ROYALE?![/QUOTE]

Isn't the Guns of Icarus Online only beta? I don't think you'll get the full game.
 
[quote name='Syntax Error']Presumably because no CAG is going to be in the "top contributor" running for a space rock. ;)[/QUOTE]

Or because we are already familiar with the global meteorite trade and its impact on science.
 
[quote name='jatan11t']Isn't the Guns of Icarus Online only beta? I don't think you'll get the full game.[/QUOTE]
Yeah, it's only the beta. The mystery game MIGHT be the full game though, so it's a possibility.

Just a heads up that you can pay the extra $4 to BTA AFTER the mystery game is unveiled though. You don't have to do it now, so the smartest thing to do is wait and see.

(There's been rumors of the mystery game being Postal 3 as well.)
 
Just a heads up to those who might be interested in one of the Paradox packs that Amazon is selling. They have the Plethora of Paradox pack which is supposed to be $11.54, but is instead incorrectly listed as $9.51. They will undoubtedly change it in time, so grab it now if you were considering the purchase.

It's worth noting that there are two other paradox packs which, when combined, give you everything in the Plethora Of Paradox plus the two Sword of the Stars games. Those two packs would run you a combined $17.05. So if the two Sword of the Stars games are worth an extra $7.54, you might wanna consider getting both of them instead of the Plethora of Paradox pack.
 
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[quote name='The End']Just a heads up to those who might be interested in one of the Paradox packs that Amazon is selling. The have the Plethora of Paradox pack which is supposed to be $11.54, but is instead incorrectly listed as $9.51. They will undoubtedly change it in time, so grab it now if you were considering the purchase.

It's worth noting that there are two other paradox packs which, when combined, give you everything in the Plethora Of Paradox plus the two Sword of the Stars games. Those two packs would run you a combined $17.05. So if the two Sword of the Stars games are worth an extra $7.54, you might wanna consider getting both of them instead of the Plethora of Paradox pack.[/QUOTE]

Nice! I guess the prices were switched accidentally. Bought for future giveaways on steamgifts
 
[quote name='The End']Just a heads up to those who might be interested in one of the Paradox packs that Amazon is selling. They have the Plethora of Paradox pack which is supposed to be $11.54, but is instead incorrectly listed as $9.51. They will undoubtedly change it in time, so grab it now if you were considering the purchase.

It's worth noting that there are two other paradox packs which, when combined, give you everything in the Plethora Of Paradox plus the two Sword of the Stars games. Those two packs would run you a combined $17.05. So if the two Sword of the Stars games are worth an extra $7.54, you might wanna consider getting both of them instead of the Plethora of Paradox pack.[/QUOTE]

Thanks! Just picked it up! I've been wanting to check out Warlock for awhile now.
 
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:)

[quote name='Idiotekque']Since I was the one insistent on getting a gaming laptop, I'll say again that I need one for lifestyle reasons. I am not going to be staying in one place, and I need something that I can pick up and move on a consistent basis. Yes, it means I'm going to pay another $1000 or so to have that mobility, but it's a necessity for me.

I'm not sure why that's such a hard concept to grasp, really.[/QUOTE]
Wasn't directing that at you; but not everyone has a valid reason.

[quote name='Idiotekque']Everything else minus last sentence[/QUOTE]
I'm not gonna respond, I'm rehashing enough. Don't get me wrong though, I do not care if its off topic, I prefer to keep the chaos, I just don't feel its worth my time to respond when everyone else who cared earlier already quit.

[quote name='unless']I don't know what the fuck you eat for breakfast, but I want some.[/QUOTE]
There have been talks of getting science men to synthesize drugs from the inner sanctum of my mind.

[quote name='Idiotekque'][quote name='jatan11t']Isn't the Guns of Icarus Online only beta? I don't think you'll get the full game.[/QUOTE]Yeah, it's only the beta. The mystery game MIGHT be the full game though, so it's a possibility.

Just a heads up that you can pay the extra $4 to BTA AFTER the mystery game is unveiled though. You don't have to do it now, so the smartest thing to do is wait and see.

(There's been rumors of the mystery game being Postal 3 as well.)[/QUOTE]
Ya, I was referring to the beta; but damn, either outcome of would be pretty fucking awesome!
 
Noted confirmed Game of the Year Banzai Pecan is on sale for $6.74 for the next 24 hours and change. It's Desura and Indievania only though but I figure this is as good a place as any.

http://www.desura.com/games/banzai-pecan-last-hope-for-the-young-century


When her boyfriend gets kidnapped by the queen of a succubus force known as the ‘Sexilicious Seven’, Pecan’s adventure for love, justice and divine punishment begins! She transforms into the Buxom and Brave Banzai Pecan, with the strength of ten-thousand men and the power of a Goddess hell-bent on Justice! She will stop at nothing until she regains her love and justice!

- IF IT MOVES, BEAT IT SENSELESS! Time your Strikes and throw out a arsenal of hand-to-hand combat with burning frenzy!

- WHEN IN DOUBT, DODGE, AND THEN COUNTER! Use the Dodge function to flow your evasive moments, waiting to counter!
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[quote name='Syntax Error']Presumably because no CAG is going to be in the "top contributor" running for a space rock. ;)[/QUOTE]

Don't tempt me to pull some shenanigans.
 
[quote name='SeymourGams']Cateia Games Kaptain Brawe: A Brawe New World was added to the Groupees bundle for the 6,500 goal.[/QUOTE]

Ah hah. That'd be why so many copies are showing up on Steam Gifts. Was wondering about that.
 
[quote name='INCyr']Ah hah. That'd be why so many copies are showing up on Steam Gifts. Was wondering about that.[/QUOTE]

LOL yup. I was like hmmm must of been free keys or very very cheap keys for this game for it to all of sudden to appear on here like this.
 
[quote name='The End']Just a heads up to those who might be interested in one of the Paradox packs that Amazon is selling. They have the Plethora of Paradox pack which is supposed to be $11.54, but is instead incorrectly listed as $9.51. They will undoubtedly change it in time, so grab it now if you were considering the purchase.

It's worth noting that there are two other paradox packs which, when combined, give you everything in the Plethora Of Paradox plus the two Sword of the Stars games. Those two packs would run you a combined $17.05. So if the two Sword of the Stars games are worth an extra $7.54, you might wanna consider getting both of them instead of the Plethora of Paradox pack.[/QUOTE]

Thank you, I'm really considering this! I just have 2 questions:

Do these packs give you individual codes for each game and add-on?
and all of this activates on steam (just making sure)?
 
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