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sleeping dogs on pc is looking amazing, beautiful, man just look at the detail and i don't mean the graphics but the detail in the world, here is a video specifically detailing the features that the pc version will include, i decided to post this here for those who are in the fence about the game, remember the 25% code expires tomorrow so you could still get this game at a very good price

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=qaCQlhvVobE#!
 
[quote name='dEvAnGeL']sleeping dogs on pc is looking amazing, beautiful, man just look at the detail and i don't mean the graphics but the detail in the world, here is a video specifically detailing the features that the pc version will include, i decided to post this here for those who are in the fence about the game, remember the 25% code expires tomorrow so you could still get this game at a very good price

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=qaCQlhvVobE#![/QUOTE]
Bought it last night, been keeping a close eye on the game and am convinced. High res texture pack at launch and DirectX 11 support, they put some effort into the PC version of a game for once.
 
[quote name='Solid-Snake-Eyes']Bought it last night, been keeping a close eye on the game and am convinced. High res texture pack at launch and DirectX 11 support, they put some effort into the PC version of a game for once.[/QUOTE]

Looking like this and Darksiders II are going to be more than just half-assed console ports. Next week should be fun. :D
 
[quote name='Killbomb']Looking like this and Darksiders II are going to be more than just half-assed console ports. Next week should be fun. :D[/QUOTE]
I'm not sold on Darksiders, wish I had caught the livestream of the PC version yesterday. Signs point to the PC version being good, but I can't commit when Darksiders 1 won't run properly for me.
 
Apparently GMG is issuing Darksiders 2 keys now for preloading. I think I'm gonna buy it now while the code still works.

Weird, it's only 6GB.
 
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[quote name='Solid-Snake-Eyes']Apparently GMG is issuing Darksiders 2 keys now for preloading. I think I'm gonna buy it now while the code still works.

Weird, it's only 6GB.[/QUOTE]
what? i just checked my account and haven't got any keys for the game
 
[quote name='dEvAnGeL']what? i just checked my account and haven't got any keys for the game[/QUOTE]
This happens pretty regularly with them on pre-orders for some reason. It seems that if someone pre-orders really close to when keys release they get the key right away but earlier pre-orders are on a set schedule which is usually later.
 
[quote name='dEvAnGeL']what? i just checked my account and haven't got any keys for the game[/QUOTE]

I got an email from them saying my game will be available to download tomorrow night. My key page on their website doesn't show anything for Darksiders 2 yet. I'm guessing the keys will start showing up on accounts over the next few days for everyone to preload.
 
last time i preorder ANYTHING from GMG...preordered Darksiders 2 goin all the way back to June 15th so how the heck does joe schmoe hop on this late in the process and cut in line in front of everyone else...smh :/
 
I hope there's a mistake with the preload, should be more than 6GB. Looks like 360 strikes again, thought the PC version was supposed to look way better than consoles. Steam downloads directly into the install folder, not some temp compressed file right?
 
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[quote name='Solid-Snake-Eyes']I hope there's a mistake with the preload, should be more than 6GB. Looks like 360 strikes again, thought the PC version was supposed to look way better than consoles. Steam downloads directly into the install folder, not some temp compressed file right?[/QUOTE]

It's 6.96 GB according to Amazon's listing for the download version. Haven't heard anything about DSII having a high resolution texture pack like Sleeping Dogs so that size is probably right on. I would bet there will still be enough options to tweak to make it look a lot better than the console versions.
 
[quote name='Killbomb']It's 6.96 GB according to Amazon's listing for the download version. Haven't heard anything about DSII having a high resolution texture pack like Sleeping Dogs so that size is probably right on. I would bet there will still be enough options to tweak to make it look a lot better than the console versions.[/QUOTE]
Yeah, I guess effects and stuff wouldn't take up space the way assets like textures do. It still sucks man, only 7GB. Max Payne 3 was huge at 25+ but it sure looked good. This game is known for its distinct art style, you'd think they would want it to look as good as possible. I think I'm gonna try to wait on Darksiders til the Xmas sale, not cause of the size tho. I'm just getting caught up in the hype. I'll have Sleeping Dogs and then Borderlands is next month plus my backlog.
 
[quote name='Solid-Snake-Eyes']Yeah, I guess effects and stuff wouldn't take up space the way assets like textures do. It still sucks man, only 7GB. Max Payne 3 was huge at 25+ but it sure looked good. This game is known for its distinct art style, you'd think they would want it to look as good as possible. I think I'm gonna try to wait on Darksiders til the Xmas sale, not cause of the size tho. I'm just getting caught up in the hype. I'll have Sleeping Dogs and then Borderlands is next month plus my backlog.[/QUOTE]

As long as DSII runs well and looks reasonably better than the console versions, I will be happy. I'm too hyped for the game to even attempt waiting on it. Be juggling Sleeping Dogs and Last Story along with it next week so I'll have my hands full. Been too long since since I've gotten a new release so I'm really looking forward to Tuesday. :D
 
[quote name='Killbomb']As long as DSII runs well and looks reasonably better than the console versions, I will be happy. I'm too hyped for the game to even attempt waiting on it. Be juggling Sleeping Dogs and Last Story along with it next week so I'll have my hands full. Been too long since since I've gotten a new release so I'm really looking forward to Tuesday. :D[/QUOTE]
Shoot, now you've got me second guessing... $37.50 is very cheap. But I'm afraid it'll have technical issues on PC. They've been showing it to the press on PC but the first game doesn't run properly on my PC.

Someone on Steam forums says the game is 5.6GB. The first game is 10GB.
 
[quote name='Solid-Snake-Eyes']I gave in and bought Darksiders for $37.50, they gave me my code but I'm gonna wait for reviews/impressions before I redeem it.[/QUOTE]

Well, I'm pretty sure GMG doesn't give refunds once the key has been sent out so you'll probably be stuck trying to sell it if the feedback is poor. I have faith that it's gonna turn out well though. :D
 
[quote name='dEvAnGeL']what the fuck? i got the email with the instructions to redeem the game but i haven't got any keys[/QUOTE]

They know about the issue and they're working to resolve it. We should have our keys soon.
 
For those of you freaking out about the size of DS2, relax a little! A lot of things can influence the filesize of a game. The original Darksiders was the first game Vigil ever made, on Darksiders 2 I am sure they were able to optimize the game quite a bit better.

A recent examples of a really good game with a smaller filesize is Just Cause 2. JC2 isn't even 5gb and it has a huge world to explore and packs in a ton of DX11 bells and whistles. Skyrim was also MUCH smaller than people expected in the pre-load and that was a result of Bethesda using better compression this go.

In regards to Max Payne 3, it was so large because of all the pre-rendered shit which takes up huge amounts of space. Also, Rockstar is the WORST at PC ports with GTA IV chewing up more than 20gb and running like ass.

Lately, THQ has done a pretty good job making sure their studios do good PC ports. I would not worry about this too much and just get excited to enjoy what looks to be a fantastic game! Long story short, as your girlfriend says, size isn't everything.
 
20% off code

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Future deal according to PCGamer:
Legend of Pegasus has just been released. It comes with a 15% discount until midday Saturday. You can also get 75% off Fear 3 today. Tomorrow there’s 60% off The Witcher 2, and 75% off Lord of the Rings: War in the North on Sunday. You can also get up to 75% off all simulations at GMG. Loads of options then
 
[quote name='voken']20% off code

PCGMR-GREEN-SUMMR

http://www.pcgamer.com/sponsored/an...uing-the-summer-of-madness/?utm_source=social

Future deal according to PCGamer:
Legend of Pegasus has just been released. It comes with a 15% discount until midday Saturday. You can also get 75% off Fear 3 today. Tomorrow there’s 60% off The Witcher 2, and 75% off Lord of the Rings: War in the North on Sunday. You can also get up to 75% off all simulations at GMG. Loads of options then[/QUOTE]


That got me all excited, but then I went to check and it is not 75% off all, it is up to 75% off and only one is actually 75% off... oh well.
 
[quote name='CheapLikeAFox']That got me all excited, but then I went to check and it is not 75% off all, it is up to 75% off and only one is actually 75% off... oh well.[/QUOTE]

yeah, noticed that too after I check... too bad...I was eyeing that woodcutting simulator:lol:
 
[quote name='voken']20% off code
PCGMR-GREEN-SUMMR
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Thanks for the voucher! I couldn't resist and grabbed it finally for $3.08.
 
[quote name='Solid-Snake-Eyes']I agree about Just Cause 2 looking great, but would not trumpet Skyrim as many of the textures look like shit. The example of JC2 is good tho, I love the world of that game. Here's a HD video of what appears to be the PC version: [/QUOTE]
My point about Skyrim is that it clearly looks much better than Oblivion but was a similar size. As developers get better at optimizing their games it leads to better games without a significant increase in filesize.
 
Okay, that makes sense.

Someone is saying that Steam's new content system does download compressed files to the depotcache folder and then expands them by a significant amount. He said the download file is in the same format as a retail disc. That's interesting.
 
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FEAR 3 is a great game at a great price.

My only two issues with it were the awful score rank up system (They couldn't monetize concept art or something with score? They had to give huge upgrades with that damn persistent score crap? Eugh) and the cover system which was wonky on consoles and doesnt translate to PC well at all. It's optional but it makes you pine for Syndicate's or CoJ BiB's lean systems which were great.
 
[quote name='Rsmobile']FEAR 3 is a great game at a great price.

My only two issues with it were the awful score rank up system (They couldn't monetize concept art or something with score? They had to give huge upgrades with that damn persistent score crap? Eugh) and the cover system which was wonky on consoles and doesnt translate to PC well at all. It's optional but it makes you pine for Syndicate's or CoJ BiB's lean systems which were great.[/QUOTE]

I'm playing it with a controller and the cover system is fine. Whoever plays as the player 2 ghost guy is completely OP. Fun game though.
 
[quote name='inm8num2']I have $12 of credit to GMG from trading in games. Use $3 for FEAR 3 or save the credit for a better deal?[/QUOTE]
Save for a better game. With whatever voucher deal they have at the time plus your credit you will be able to get a new game at half price or lower.
 
[quote name='Solid-Snake-Eyes']I agree about Just Cause 2 looking great, but would not trumpet Skyrim as many of the textures look like shit. The example of JC2 is good tho, I love the world of that game. Here's a HD video of what appears to be the PC version: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xBlMeAJ2f3w[/QUOTE]


Thanks for linking that vid. Have to give it a look when I have time later. Anyway, hope we get our DS II and Sleeping Dogs keys soon!
 
[quote name='voken']20% off code

PCGMR-GREEN-SUMMR

http://www.pcgamer.com/sponsored/an...uing-the-summer-of-madness/?utm_source=social

Future deal according to PCGamer:
Legend of Pegasus has just been released. It comes with a 15% discount until midday Saturday. You can also get 75% off Fear 3 today. Tomorrow there’s 60% off The Witcher 2, and 75% off Lord of the Rings: War in the North on Sunday. You can also get up to 75% off all simulations at GMG. Loads of options then[/QUOTE]
so witcher 2 will be 80% off with coupon?

I like that it says
"This title is DRM free. Free Backup key included! [Redeemable at GOG.com]"

would definitely get it then
 
[quote name='Larce80']so witcher 2 will be 80% off with coupon?

I like that it says
"This title is DRM free. Free Backup key included! [Redeemable at GOG.com]"

would definitely get it then[/QUOTE]
IF the voucher stacks (hard to say at this point) it would be multiplicative and not additive so it would be 20% off the 60% reduced price. I think that is $12.80 but being it is Friday night and I have had a few drinks take that with a grain of salt.
 
If it's true that The Witcher 2 will be 60% off tomorrow, that makes it $16 - $3.20 (20% off code) = $12.80.

That means I can get it for $0.80. :D

Unless I'm missing something...

edit - corrected 20% off code!
 
[quote name='inm8num2']If it's true that The Witcher 2 will be 60% off tomorrow, that makes it $16 - $2.40 (15% off code) = $13.60.

That means I can get it for $1.40. :D

Unless I'm missing something...[/QUOTE]
Code is 20% off, not 15%.
 
Corrected it above! Even better.

So if you buy Witcher 2 from GMG, it seems like you get a CD-key that you can use to redeem at GOG.com. Do you also have a copy stored in your library at GMG, or is it just the GOG.com redemption key they give you?

The product page says, "This title is DRM free. Free Backup key included! [Redeemable at GOG.com]." However, it also says you need the Capsule client to play. That makes it sound like you have a copy at GMG as well which is not DRM free since it requires that client.
 
[quote name='inm8num2']Corrected it above! Even better.

So if you buy Witcher 2 from GMG, it seems like you get a CD-key that you can use to redeem at GOG.com. Do you also have a copy stored in your library at GMG, or is it just the GOG.com redemption key they give you?

The product page says, "This title is DRM free. Free Backup key included! [Redeemable at GOG.com]." However, it also says you need the Capsule client to play. That makes it sound like you have a copy at GMG as well which is not DRM free since it requires that client.[/QUOTE]
If it is truly DRM free, you probably just use Capsule to download and install and then you won't need it again. That being said, you are probably better off just using the GOG key and avoiding Capsule altogether. Or just give me the GOG key, that is a totally viable option as well.
 
;)

I've used Capsule a couple of times and it seems like you need to have it open to run games as well. I wouldn't mind that too much except GMG uses a form of SecuROM for their client (though I'm not sure to what extent this goes). I remember last year they announced teaming with SecuROM to make the client, though.
 
[quote name='inm8num2'];)

I've used Capsule a couple of times and it seems like you need to have it open to run games as well. I wouldn't mind that too much except GMG uses a form of SecuROM for their client (though I'm not sure to what extent this goes). I remember last year they announced teaming with SecuROM to make the client, though.[/QUOTE]
The two games I got from them are games that aren't eligible for trade-in (Batman Arkham City and From Dust) and neither one requires Capsule to be open. It could be that Capsule is required for games you can trade-in so they can revoke your ability to play after trade-in. With GOG offering a backup key I imagine Witcher 2 would not be eligible for trade-in.
 
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