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by **Isgrimnur** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 2:05 pm

stessier wrote:
Isgrimnur wrote:2K Collection -77% $219.92 $49.99

There's something funky about this one. The list of games only comes to $125 and sells for $50 saving you $75. Not sure what is missing to get it up to $219.92.

DLC?

by **Zaxxon** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 2:10 pm

PLW wrote:In for Portal 2.

Enjoy. Portal 2 is the best game I've played in 2011/2012.

by **Asharak** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 2:13 pm

Zaxxon wrote:Enjoy. Portal 2 is the best game I've played in 2011/2012.

Personally, I thought it was a total lemon.

(Note: This is not a criticism. You will understand later.)

- Ash

by **Exodor** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 2:17 pm

Isgrimnur wrote:*ahem*

Do not buy the Crusader Kings II Collection!!

Could you dumb it down a tad for the lazy and inattentive?

Thanks. In for the $9.99 base game.

by **Isgrimnur** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 2:21 pm

Glad I could help.

From a strict gameplay perspective, Sword of Islam ($2.49) and Ruler Designer ($2.99) are the only DLC that will change gameplay.

The three sprite packs are $0.49 each, the music packs are $0.49 for one, $1.19 each for the other three.

by **Carpet_pissr** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 2:32 pm

Talk about nickle and diming...charging extra for a song?! That's taking the whole DLC model to a new low IMO.

I am not complaining about the cost (esp. with the sale), but the mere fact that even songs are now being left out to be added on later?

For me, I would rather they leave stuff in and raise the price slightly, and just leave DLC to be campaigns and such. What's next, paying extra for higher resolution options or certain 3D effects? Higher definition sounds? Looks like we are headed that way.

by **Isgrimnur** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 2:34 pm

Even better, per the Islam music description, it only plays if you're playing as an Islamic ruler, which is, of course, a separate DLC.

by **Zaxxon** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 2:41 pm

Asharak wrote:
Zaxxon wrote:Enjoy. Portal 2 is the best game I've played in 2011/2012.

Personally, I thought it was a total lemon.

(Note: This is not a criticism. You will understand later.)

- Ash

Now I only want you gone, Ash.

by **Smoove_B** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 2:51 pm

I've tried to stay away from any info about Portal 2 as I didn't want it to ruin a possible gaming experience... Now, I enjoyed the first one - way more than I thought I would, but more for the story and less for the puzzles. Truth be told, if it takes me more than 5 minutes to figure it out, I'm going to find the answer. Not only am I lazy, but if I get frustrated, I'm likely to just retire the game forever. So my question is, was Portal 2 designed for people that thought the first one was too easy? If there's a great story element, I'm down but if it's just harder puzzles and some cube jokes, I'll probably pass.

by **JetFred** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 3:02 pm

If you like GLaDOS in the first one, the story in the second one is awesome with a couple of great new characters. The only time I got aggravated was when my son, who had already solved it all, would watch me struggle to figure one out. Some are indeed harder, but it was worth it by far. I can't think of another recent game that I loved more. And it is of course considerably longer than the first one, but not too long.

by **Zaxxon** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 3:03 pm

Smoove_B wrote:I've tried to stay away from any info about Portal 2 as I didn't want it to ruin a possible gaming experience... Now, I enjoyed the first one - way more than I thought I would, but more for the story and less for the puzzles. Truth be told, if it takes me more than 5 minutes to figure it out, I'm going to find the answer. Not only am I lazy, but if I get frustrated, I'm likely to just retire the game forever. So my question is, was Portal 2 designed for people that thought the first one was too easy? If there's a great story element, I'm down but if it's just harder puzzles and some cube jokes, I'll probably pass.

There were a few puzzles that took me more than 5 minutes to figure out, but it's definitely not 'just harder puzzles and some cube jokes'. The story and voice acting are both top-notch, there's a ridiculous # of laugh-out-loud moments, and they managed to make a sequel to Portal that doesn't feel like a rehash. Going into Portal 2 I had no idea how they were going to accomplish that.

by **YellowKing** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 3:08 pm

Nothing for me today, though if they put Witcher 2 on sale (I voted for it), then my wallet's in trouble!

by **LawBeefaroni** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 3:09 pm

Smoove_B wrote:I've tried to stay away from any info about Portal 2 as I didn't want it to ruin a possible gaming experience... Now, I enjoyed the first one - way more than I thought I would, but more for the story and less for the puzzles. Truth be told, if it takes me more than 5 minutes to figure it out, I'm going to find the answer. Not only am I lazy, but if I get frustrated, I'm likely to just retire the game forever. So my question is, was Portal 2 designed for people that thought the first one was too easy? If there's a great story element, I'm down but if it's just harder puzzles and some cube jokes, I'll probably pass.

There is a great story. I'll just say this, either you'll be 100% in love in the first 10 minutes or you might as well not bother. There are also new physics and gameplay elements. And multiplayer coop is amazing.

Difficulty is about the same, though some of the maps are much larger. For me most of the fun was figuring them out without looking for hints. None are that hard.

by **Smoove_B** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 3:58 pm

Thanks guys. I just want to point out that Terraria for $2.49 is an absurd deal. Buy it.

EDIT: Interesting...the Walking Dead season pass is ~$19...I might actually bite.

by **Octavious** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 4:09 pm

Hmm Walking Dead pass for 19 is tempting...

by **Pyperkub** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 4:11 pm

I bit on SpaceChem. Voted Witcher 2 as well, though I have yet to finish the first (though I did find a a great mod resource for it...).

by **Z-Corn** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 5:34 pm

I wish HOMMVI (It's still HOMM to me damn it!) was cheaper than $25. I still mostly play HOMMIII...not sure I need this at this price...

And I'll be in for The Walking Dead at some point during this sale...

by **Isgrimnur** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 5:37 pm

I need a volunteer to take over the duties for tomorrow. I will be at my farewell lunch at noon when the daily deals drop.

by **Isgrimnur** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 5:39 pm

I bought the Crusader Kings II DLC that I didn't have. $3.47.

by **Jag** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 5:53 pm

Z-Corn wrote:I wish HOMMVI (It's still HOMM to me damn it!) was cheaper than $25. I still mostly play HOMMIII...not sure I need this at this price...

And I'll be in for The Walking Dead at some point during this sale...

I actually like VI. It has issues, but it also has received some patches recently. Only crappy part is staying connected to Uplay if you want Dynasty mode.

by **Chaz** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 5:53 pm

Walking Dead is interesting, and I'll be buying it before the sale is ove, but the rule is if it's not a daily deal or 75% off, wait til the end.

by **JetFred** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 6:30 pm

Heroes got a major patch today which was supposed to make the online save issue more tolerable but they didn't get it in yet. DLC also came out.

by **Archinerd** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 6:58 pm

Isgrimnur wrote:
Exodor wrote:
Torfish wrote:Crusader Kings II at $9.99 and Grimrock is $5.99. Sold!

Can anyone comment on how much content is in the CKII expansions vs. the base game?

The base game is $9.99 and the complete pack is $29.99. I'm pondering if the expansions are worth $20 to a complete CK newb.

Thanks.

*ahem*

Do not buy the Crusader Kings II Collection!!

Base game is $9.99. The DLC is on sale individually, all of which can be obtained for another $11.01 total. And half of that DLC is just more music tracks.

Also, the Collection only contains 6 of the 9 DLC.

Of the 9 total DLC, 4 are only songs, 3 are graphic-only updates, one is Create your own ruler, and the last is the ability to play as the Islamic characters.

Am I looking at this wrong or did they modify the prices to make this a more attractive deal?

Buy Crusader Kings II Collection
Includes 7 items: Crusader Kings II, Crusader Kings II: Dynasty Shields, Crusader Kings II: Mongol Faces, Crusader Kings II: Songs of Albion, Crusader Kings II: Songs of Faith, Crusader Kings II: Ruler Designer, Crusader Kings II: Songs of the Holy Land $12.49

Still not all of the DLC but maybe worth it now.

by **Smoove_B** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 7:09 pm

Saint's Row the 3rd is 75% off ($49.99 $12.49) for the next 8 hours. That's insane.

by **Isgrimnur** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 7:10 pm

Archinerd wrote:Am I looking at this wrong or did they modify the prices to make this a more attractive deal?

Yeah, they chopped it. Initially, the Collection was -40% off and $29.99. The current deal is much better.

by **Isgrimnur** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 7:14 pm

Smoove_B wrote:Saint's Row the 3rd is 75% off ($49.99 $12.49) for the next 8 hours. That's insane.

The people have spoken!

Next round of voting is:

Magicka -75%
Trine 2 -75%
Limbo -75%

Vote closes at 2 a.m., whatever wins will be on sale until 10 a.m.

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New Flash Deal: Warlock: Master of the Arcane -66% $19.99 $6.79

Good until midnight Central

by **Zaxxon** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 7:46 pm

Isgrimnur wrote:New Flash Deal: WArlock: Master of the Arcane -66% $19.99 $6.79

Good until midnight Central

In! Thanks.

by **TheMix** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 8:22 pm

That's a great deal on Warlock. I don't mind that I already got it though. I got a good deal at the time. But at that price it's an easy decision.

I was poking around and clicked on the Under $10 tab. The second option is Deus Ex: Human Revolution for $17.99. Um... :doh:

I've never played any of the Saints Row games. But I seem to recall they have good buzz. And from Smoove's comment, that would also be a no-brainer?

by **Isgrimnur** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 8:24 pm

TheMix wrote:I was poking around and clicked on the Under $10 tab. The second option is Deus Ex: Human Revolution for $17.99. Um...

Between noon and 6 Central, it was $7.49.

by **Rip** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 8:29 pm

Archinerd wrote:
Isgrimnur wrote:
Exodor wrote:
Torfish wrote:Crusader Kings II at $9.99 and Grimrock is $5.99. Sold!

Can anyone comment on how much content is in the CKII expansions vs. the base game?

The base game is $9.99 and the complete pack is $29.99. I'm pondering if the expansions are worth $20 to a complete CK newb.

Thanks.

*ahem*

Do not buy the Crusader Kings II Collection!!

Base game is $9.99. The DLC is on sale individually, all of which can be obtained for another $11.01 total. And half of that DLC is just more music tracks.

Also, the Collection only contains 6 of the 9 DLC.

Of the 9 total DLC, 4 are only songs, 3 are graphic-only updates, one is Create your own ruler, and the last is the ability to play as the Islamic characters.

Am I looking at this wrong or did they modify the prices to make this a more attractive deal?

Buy Crusader Kings II Collection
Includes 7 items: Crusader Kings II, Crusader Kings II: Dynasty Shields, Crusader Kings II: Mongol Faces, Crusader Kings II: Songs of Albion, Crusader Kings II: Songs of Faith, Crusader Kings II: Ruler Designer, Crusader Kings II: Songs of the Holy Land $12.49

Still not all of the DLC but maybe worth it now.

I thought so, at $12.49 I couldn't resist.

by **Isgrimnur** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 9:03 pm

Flash Sale: Back to the Future: The Game -75% $24.99 $6.24 (74)

Good until 2 a.m.

by **Zenn7** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 9:18 pm

Carpet_pissr wrote:Gah...just shows how good of a deal that Paradox bundle on Amazon was the other day...5 Paradox games, including CKII, for $12 or around there. Lunacy!

I was thinking of buying both the smaller packs (SOTS2, Warlock, Victoria 2, CK2, (didn't care about Magica, but what the heck, it was there, I'd have checked it out... someday... after I finish checking out all the other games I haven't really checked out...). Finally talked myself into it Saturday at family gathering and we played cards til after midnight.

Been crying every since... :cry:

But now the Steam sale is here, surely something will make me not regret that decision... :pop:

by **TheMix** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 9:44 pm

Isgrimnur wrote:
TheMix wrote:I was poking around and clicked on the Under $10 tab. The second option is Deus Ex: Human Revolution for $17.99. Um...

Between noon and 6 Central, it was $7.49.

Ahhhh.... So they are just a little behind on updating.

by **Smoove_B** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 10:10 pm

Not really sure if this flash thing is good or bad. My shopping cart has been ready to go for hours, but why pull the trigger when I can wait and see what else pops up as the flash deals expire?

by **Cylus Maxii** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 10:31 pm

My cart emptied/reset 3 times while trying to buy a few things.

by **JetFred** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 10:36 pm

Smoove_B wrote:Not really sure if this flash thing is good or bad. My shopping cart has been ready to go for hours, but why pull the trigger when I can wait and see what else pops up as the flash deals expire?

Just resign yourself to only buying things on deeper deals and making multiple purchases.

by **Isgrimnur** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 10:38 pm

You guys are on your own at 2 a.m., possibly midnight as well.

I'll try to catch up in the morning, but no guarantees.

by **Smoove_B** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 10:41 pm

JetFred wrote:Just resign yourself to only buying things on deeper deals and making multiple purchases.

As someone that lost access to his STEAM account because my credit card company deemed multiple small-value purchases over a short period of time as potential signs of theft, I'm very careful now to cluster all transactions.

I really should look into getting funds for the STEAM wallet. Probably a much safer (and easier) option.

by **Isgrimnur** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 11:04 pm

New Flash Deal: STAR WARS® THE FORCE UNLEASHED II -75% $19.99 $4.99 (59)

by **Cylus Maxii** » Thu Jul 12, 2012 11:05 pm

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