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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Other Deals

Steam Games on Sale Elsewhere - Updated 9/23


Amazon
  • Amazon - Preorders

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GamersGate

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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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Bastion $3.74
Just Cause 2 $3.74
Testament of Sherlock Holmes $19.99

Bastion while having been in a indie bundle is still worth it at that price. Just cause 2, well at that price you can't go wrong. Can't comment on the sherlock holmes game though.
 
[quote name='mac995555']Horrid way to end the sale.[/QUOTE]
Well there is still one last set of flash deals. So there might be one last gem out there.
 
I have to admit that I started this sale pretty dissapointed. First few days were fairly good sales, but all on items I had no interest in. The last few days have made up for it, with my only regret on the matter being that I missed the $5 flash sale on THPS HD. >< (Oh well, i'm sure it'll be that much or lower come Christmas)

Anyway, haul so far is Arkham City GOTY for $7.50. Going to grab Castle Crashers tonight (hopefully for $3.75 if i can help it!), and debating Torchlight 2. Might go ahead and spring for it if I can get a 4-pack going.

Also, good to see you again Motoki, even if you have adopted that nightmare fuel avatar! :D
 
[quote name='pantsattack']Nope. I don't know of a time when Steam matched a competitor's price ever. In this case this also relates to KoA having a different publisher on Steam than elsewhere.[/QUOTE]

And it lists that publisher as 38 Studios so pretty sure that game is not getting any attention on steam. I gave up a while back and now have it on Origin.
 
Steam: $70.22
Arma II: Combined Operations: $14.99
Silverfall + Earth Awakening Pack: $3.74
x2 Mark Of The Ninja: $14.98
x2 Counter-Strike: Global Offensive: $14.98
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II: $2.49
Galactic Civilizations Complete Pack: $6.24
Intrusion 2: $3.39
Killing Floor - Urban Nightmare Character Pack: $.49
Killing Floor - Harold Lott Character Pack: $1.24
Tropico 4: Pirate Heaven DLC: $.99
Killing Floor - Community Weapon Pack: $1.99
Killing Floor - Ash Harding Character Pack: $1.24
Tropico 4: Megalopolis DLC: $0.99
Killing Floor - The Chickenator Pack: $1.24
Saints Row: The Third - Horror Pack: $0.74
Saints Row: The Third - Unlockable Pack: $0.49

Amazon: $198.63
XCOM: Enemy Unknown: $25
Paradox War Chest: $7.49
Paradox Seas Bundle: $9.99
Paradox Majesty Bundle: $9.99
x2 Starcraft 2: Heart of the Swarm Pre-orders $69.98
Dark Messiah: Might and Magic: $2.49
Blades of Time: $9.99
Blacklight Tangon Down: $1.25
Civ 5: Gods and Kings: $7.50
Sega Action Only Pack: $20.00
Dramcast Pack: $4.99
Serious Sam Jewel of the Nile: $2.49
x2 Tantalizing THQ Medley: $19.98
Hotline Miami: $7.49

Gamefly: $19.99
Command & Conquer: The Ultimate Collection: $19.99

GamersGate: $50.80
x2 Assassins Creed Complete Collection: $40.00
Blades of Time Limited Edition: $7.00
Indiefort Week 1: $3.80

Total Damage $339.64
($539.64 if you count the xbox holiday bundle I grabbed from Newegg for $200.)
 
[quote name='MC Kage']Surprised I'm not hearing more about the Alan Wake Franchise pack, even if it has been $10[/QUOTE]

It's been on sale so much that I think most people that wanted it have already bought it.

[quote name='Jackovasaurus']Any of the tropico dlc worth it?[/QUOTE]

Yeah I guess I'm kinda wondering the same thing. The answer I'd love it hear is "none of it... just get the base game". Otherwise I'm holding out.
 
[quote name='hal']It's been on sale so much that I think most people that wanted it have already bought it.[/QUOTE]
This. It's the 5th time when it's 75% off and it will be discounted again on winter sale. I'm predicting a permanent price drop soon. Maybe after then I'll finally grab it.
 
[quote name='Kromis']Wow I bought Witcher 2 for $16 during the summer sale and have yet to play it. Now it's $7.49?

FML[/QUOTE]

The you broke the "don't buy until it's 75% off" rule. Bad CAG, BAd.

:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:DWELCOME BACK MOTOKI!!!!!:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D
 
Totals for BF:

Amazon:
Bungee Jump Simulator - $3.75
Towing Simulator - $3.75
Road Works Simulator - $3.75
Woodcutter Simulator - $2.50
Emergency 911: First Responders - $4.98
Snowcat Simulator - $2.50
Taxi 3: Extremem Rush - $1.25
Super Taxi Driver - $1.25
Sega Genesis Classic Pack - $4.99
SS3: Jewel of the Nile DLC - $2.49
Saint's Row III Season Pass - $5.50
Total: $36.71

Steam:
Dead Hungry Diner $1.74
Legend of Grimrock $3.74
Sniper Elite DLC $2.50
Torchlight II $7.50
Zombie Driver HD -$2.49
OMD 2 - $5
Silverfall - $3.74
Total - $26.71

Gamersgate:
Alan Wake - $4.27

Indie Gala Sim - $5

TOTAL: $72.69

Most of it was using trade in credit :)

I think the only thing I forgot to buy was the chicken in Killing Floor, but I'll get it in a month.
 
So wait, there's one more set of flash deals rolling in 5-ish hours right? Then that's it and we are safe to buy anything that didn't make a flash or daily?

Assuming they don't pull a Jade Empire tomorrow, that is.
 
[quote name='vince_carter']wow, for the record the dark souls pc port really is shit. i can't even get it to fit on the screen properly. shame because it's a really great game.[/QUOTE]

If you're playing Dark Souls: PTD on the PC, you NEED DSFix.
 
Steam:
X-Com Complete Pack: $7.49
Civ 5: Gods and Kings - $7.49
Orcs Must Die 2 - $5 (from 2-Pack)
Zeno Clash - $0.99
Toki Tori - $0.49

Gamersgate:
Borderlands GOTY - $7.49
Resident Evil 5 - $6.78

Amazon:
The Walking Dead - $12.49

Grand Total of $48.22

Not bad, most of the stuff I really wanted never went on a good enough sale.
 
My haul:

Amazon:
Civ 5: Gods and Kings $7.49

Steam:
KOTOR2 $2.49

And that's it lol. I was hoping Faster Than Light would get a drop, but looks like the only other thing I might pick up is Primal Carnage.
 
[quote name='Palinn']So is there any reason to play Civ III if I already have Civ V + all DLC?[/QUOTE]

No, Civ3 is terrible, the worst in the series, I wouldn't even install it. Civ4+DLC is IMO the best of the series, but if you have never played a 4x style strategy game then Civ5 might be the better choice to start with.
 
[quote name='Motoki']So wait, there's one more set of flash deals rolling in 5-ish hours right? Then that's it and we are safe to buy anything that didn't make a flash or daily?

Assuming they don't pull a Jade Empire tomorrow, that is.[/QUOTE]

Looks that way on flash deals.

Tomorrow's daily: KOTOR II 90% off.

Welcome back.
 
I concur with Mooby: Civ 3 is a fantastic game. That said, I prefer Civ 4 Complete to Civ 3.

I can't compare it to Civ 5... I've avoided Civ 5 after reading too many negative comments about the game.
 
Not too much of a haul for me:

Steam:
Rock of Ages $2.39
Turba $1.24 (no clue, but I love Audiosurf, so...)
Fable $2.49

Amazon:
Paradox War Chest $7.49 (I've been waiting on Victoria II and Hearts of Iron 3, so this was perfect!)

Total $13.61
 
[quote name='BigSpoonyBard']I paid about $17 this summer (I think), but I was willing to pay to buy it then because I wanted to get the GoG backup copy as well.[/QUOTE]

I'm in the same boat.

[quote name='Motoki']So wait, there's one more set of flash deals rolling in 5-ish hours right? Then that's it and we are safe to buy anything that didn't make a flash or daily?

Assuming they don't pull a Jade Empire tomorrow, that is.[/QUOTE]

^_^ Welcome Back!
...and I kinda want Jade Empire as tomorrow's daily =D
 
[quote name='ZerotypeX']Ah, Total War Shogun and Fall of the Samurai are back up in price from before. Should have pulled the trigger[/QUOTE]
Fall of the Samurai is $7.50 on GamersGate or else both will definitely be on sale over Christmas.

I also felt the sting of that "great deal" unplayed Witcher 2 for $16.50 this summer. I'm making a push to (a) buy less stuff and (b) prioritize some of my recent AAA titles to the front so at least I'll have played them when they drop more.

And, on that note...

Blockland - Free (Hey, I'll count it in my haul!)
KOTOR 2 - $2.50 (Steam)
Call of Juarez - $2.50 (Steam)
Orcs Must Die:GOTY - $2.50 (GamersGate, inc. blue coin cashback)
FEAR bundle - $9 (Amazon)
Max Payne 3 - $9 (GG, inc bc cashback)
Dishonored - $18 (GG, inc bc cashback)

Total: $43.50
 
[quote name='ral1121']I'd really like to get GTA IV but I'm wondering if people still play this online, full servers.[/QUOTE]

I read this in a Lord Quas voice.
 
[quote name='Syntax Error']... Blockland - Free (Hey, I'll count it in my haul!)...[/QUOTE]

[quote name='CheapLikeAFox']Oooh, forgot Blockland. I enjoyed what I played out of that one a lot too.[/QUOTE]

I'm so jelly...
 
This was my first Autumn sale (I joined Steam around day 2 or 3 of the Winter Sale last year) and I wasn't really disappointed. My backlog makes it rare for me to purchase anything for more than $10, but I built up a pretty big Steam wallet from trade-ins to Gamestop. I grabbed a bunch of the cheap RPG's that were 75% off or $2.50.

Any thoughts on what will be in the last set of flash deals?

I was hoping for a Risen 2 package with a hefty discount because it seemed like the price was dropping like a rock, but I guess it was too close to the last time it was on sale. I'm gonna hold out for the Winter sale.

I'm a little surprised there hasn't been a better sale on the Divinity Anthology. Sure, the Divinity 2 Developer's Cut came out recently, but before then Divinity 2 had been in some pretty big sales. If it's not one of the last flash sales, I expect it'll get a good discount for the Winter Sale.
 
I bought Civ 3 in the metal tin at release, installed it, played it once and never touched it again. I'm pretty sure I still have the discs and manual around here somewhere. It was a buggy slog at the time and I just couldn't give up Civ 2 for that mess.
 
Cheapest Steam sale for me ever. KOTOR II at $2.50 was literally all I spent. I wanted CS:GO, Orcs Must Die 2, and Torchlight II, but I can hold out at least until the Winter sale.
 
[quote name='Mooby']Civ 3 is definitely not terrible. In some ways it is better than IV and certainly miles better than V.[/QUOTE]

Oh yeah? How you like that corruption mechanic? There is a reason it doesn't exist in Civ4. Probably the most hated game mechanic of all time, right after QTEs.

[quote name='elessar123']Was Civ 3 the one that was put on the back burner cause of Alpha Centauri?[/QUOTE]

Civ2 and SMAC were lead by Brian Reynolds, he left after SMAC. Civ3 was a new team, new design ideas, and new game mechanics that were not fun.
 
Also just restating that The Witcher 2 should be a must buy for $7.50 expecially for anyone still ont he fence. It's one of the best RPGs I have ever played. Just be sure to play it on Dark Mode.

I don't think it will be more then 75% off during the Winter Sale but maybe they will lower the MSRP, but I doubt it.
 
[quote name='Kromis']Wow I bought Witcher 2 for $16 during the summer sale and have yet to play it. Now it's $7.49?

FML[/QUOTE]

{Looks through my Backlog Rulebook}

Backlog rule #777:
Don't buy games at less than 75% off, unless you plan to play them ASAP.

Yes, I have learned this the hard-way, my friend.
Trust me on this one.
 
[quote name='stupidproz1']Also just restating that The Witcher 2 should be a must buy for $7.50 expecially for anyone still ont he fence. It's one of the best RPGs I have ever played. Just be sure to play it on Dark Mode.

I don't think it will be more then 75% off during the Winter Sale but maybe they will lower the MSRP, but I doubt it.[/QUOTE]

Also, don't forget that you can get a key for a backup copy on GOG as well. One could easily get said key and sell it to lower the price to paid for the game just a bit more. Both parties would be greatly satisfied, and everyone walks away happy. Just a thought. ;)
 
[quote name='Mooby']Civ 3 is definitely not terrible. In some ways it is better than IV and certainly miles better than V.[/QUOTE]

What are the negatives about Civ V compared to IV? I've never played any in the series but I was watching Civ V videos today and they got me interested.

Also, anyone think Civ V will go even lower during the winter sale?
 
[quote name='CrimsonTribe']Any thoughts on what will be in the last set of flash deals? [/QUOTE]
I don't know but I'm hoping for Endless Space and Warlock for the DLC.
 
[quote name='sunghost']That's an amazing avatar. I wish someone would make something like that for me ;)[/QUOTE]



That is a Hawaiian Shirt, but your head 's to big to tell. Enjoy Fluffy.
 
[quote name='Motoki']So wait, there's one more set of flash deals rolling in 5-ish hours right? Then that's it and we are safe to buy anything that didn't make a flash or daily?

Assuming they don't pull a Jade Empire tomorrow, that is.[/QUOTE]

So, besides Jade Empire - what's the rare game that NEVER goes on sale, but will go on sale tomorrow and TROLL everyone?
Hmmmmm....
;)
 
[quote name='MysterD']So, besides Jade Empire - what's the rare game that NEVER goes on sale, but will go on sale tomorrow and TROLL everyone?
Hmmmmm....
;)[/QUOTE]

The proper form is a game that NEVER goes on sale, but is on sale for 50% right now, and will promptly be 75% off or more during the daily deal tomorrow.
 
[quote name='CheapLikeAFox']The proper form is a game that NEVER goes on sale, but is on sale for 50% right now, and will promptly be 75% off or more during the daily deal tomorrow.[/QUOTE]

Remember when Steam didn't have daily deals? Back like 2 years ago, when we all had money and our sanity?

Ahh... Those were the days.
 
[quote name='Mooby']Never pay more than $10 for a game![/QUOTE]

That rule would apply more so to Triple-A $60 titles more so than anything.
That $10 or less rule really doesn't always apply.

What if it's an Indie game that start off at $10 normally (i.e. Hotline Miami)?

75% off is the better rule - b/c most games on Steam never hit below 75%. :p
This "75% off or the rare better % off" rule is best used for games you plan to instantly "Backlog."

There's the rare exceptions you can make - i.e. it's a game you for some reason must have and play RIGHT NOW as soon as it's purchased and fully downloaded.
We can't win them all, but you can win most of these battles.
 
[quote name='omnicious']Tempted for Witcher 2 at that price but I just bought it for $10 from that Microsoft sale...[/QUOTE]

Here's a question - does the Steam version of Witcher 2 give a key that you can activate on GOG?
Obviously, you can activate Witcher 2 PC Retail over GOG - so you can get the extra goodies.

SIDE NOTE:
I already own Witcher 2 from GOG directly.
Great game.
 
[quote name='CheapLikeAFox']The proper form is a game that NEVER goes on sale, but is on sale for 50% right now, and will promptly be 75% off or more during the daily deal tomorrow.[/QUOTE]

Hmmmm....maybe Vampire Bloodlines, yes? ;)
 
[quote name='MysterD']Here's a question - does the Steam version of Witcher 2 give a key that you can activate on GOG?
Obviously, you can activate Witcher 2 PC Retail over GOG - so you can get the extra goodies.

SIDE NOTE:
I already own Witcher 2 from GOG directly.
Great game.[/QUOTE]What extras do you mean?
 
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