Game Specials/Discounts

[Antmeister]

Since there are a number of gaming sites that have specials from time to time, I thought this could be a good place to show all the current specials.

So currently here is what I am seeing:

Bioshock (http://www.direct2drive.com/1/4645/product/Buy-BioShock-Download) (PC): $9.99 at Direct2Drive
Pirates (http://www.direct2drive.com/1/320/product/Buy-Sid-Meier%27s-Pirates%21-Download) (PC): $9.99 at Direct2Drive
Europa Universalis Rome Gold (http://www.impulsedriven.com/products/ESD-IMP-W194) (PC): $9.99 at Impulse
Corporate Machine (http://www.impulsedriven.com/tcm) (PC): $0.99 at Impulse
Freedom Force: Freedom Pack (http://store.steampowered.com/sub/1662/) (PC): $6.74 at Steam
Left 4 Dead: Game of the Year Edition (http://www.gogamer.com/Left-4-Dead--Game-of-the-Year-Edition-for-PC-All-PC-Games_stcVVproductId68335878VVcatId444774VVviewprod.htm) (PC): $29.90 at GoGamer - 48 Hour Madness
Dark Messiah of Might and Magic (http://www.gogamer.com/viewproduct.htm?productId=5984210&extid=May2609) (PC): $2.90 at GoGamer - 48 Hour Madness
Fallout 3 (http://www.gogamer.com/Fallout-3-for-PC-All-PC-Games_stcVVproductId46651269VVcatId444774VVviewprod.htm) (PC): $32.90 at GoGamer - 48 Hour Madness

[sterlingice]

It's nice to have a reasonable CAG dumping ground on this board, but I'm kindof slow about updating things

SI

[lighthousekeeper]

thanks for the thread ant! some good deals listed here.

[BigDPW]

I EU Rome Gold considered a fairly good representation of that series. I have never played it?

[Antmeister]

Gamestop (http://www.gamestop.com/) appears to have a buy 2 get 1 free sale until tommorrow.

[Izulde]

I EU Rome Gold considered a fairly good representation of that series. I have never played it?

No. In my opinion it's the worst game of the EU series or indeed, any of Paradox's games.

[Antmeister]

No. In my opinion it's the worst game of the EU series or indeed, any of Paradox's games.

That's too bad. I figured it would be decent based on the GameRankings (http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/943509-europa-universalis-rome/index.html)score.

[Izulde]

That's too bad. I figured it would be decent based on the GameRankings (http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/943509-europa-universalis-rome/index.html)score.

Well, for $10, it may not be a bad bargain buy. I'm not sure what all patches/mod improvements have come out for it. I just remember being bitterly disappointed at how shallow and dull it seemed.

[Passacaglia]

Is Dark Messiah of Might and Magic any good? I've been thinking it would be cool to play on of those Might and Magic games.

[Antmeister]

Is Dark Messiah of Might and Magic any good? I've been thinking it would be cool to play on of those Might and Magic games.
The only games I have played off the list is Fallout 3, Left 4 Dead, Bioshock and Freedom Force. I can vouch for those. With the others, I just checked out their reviews on GameRankings (http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/929360-dark-messiah-of-might-and-magic/index.html) and the User Score on Gamespot (http://www.gamespot.com/pc/action/darkmessiahofmightmagic/preview_6157553.html) since they tend to get a lot of user votes.

[Peregrine]

Sword of the Stars with all expansions - $15 for today only - SoTS (http://www.gamersgate.com/DD-SOTSU/sword-of-the-stars-ultimate-collection)

[Antmeister]

Call of Duty 4 (PS3) (http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/ref=xs_gb_ABGT438BXXIM?ie=UTF8&docId=1000208101&pf_rd_p=441937901&pf_rd_s=right-1&pf_rd_t=701&pf_rd_i=20&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1YM2EBBD71NJ2XB8M6G9): $28.98 at Amazon

This is currently the deal of the day. Get it while you can.

[cuervo72]

Not a huge deal, but I picked up copies of City of Heroes: Good vs. Evil Edition at a couple of local GameStops for $9.99 each. Not bad considering it includes a month of game time ($14.99) and comes with a few in-game perks.

[mauchow]

Thanks Antmeister, ordered mine. Just what I need in the middle of the summer is more video games to prevent me from golfing. I just picked up Sims 3, too. The wife is going to hate me soon enough....

[ColtCrazy]

I don't know if anyone has a Half Price Book retailer near them, but on father's day I picked up Europe Rome for $6 and Sid Meier's Trains for $4.

[Yellow5]

Is Dark Messiah of Might and Magic any good? I've been thinking it would be cool to play on of those Might and Magic games.


It's ok, but nothing special... The IGN review called it "decent" and that's about right. I'd get it for 3 bucks.

I like to call it "kick simulator 2000" because you spend of alot of time kicking things in the game.

[Big Fo]

For some reason walmart.com has the Wii version of Dawn of Discovery for $19.99 even though the game just came out today. I just ordered a copy, hopefully it goes through.

[Antmeister]

Space Rangers 2 Complete (PC) (http://www.impulsedriven.com/sr2c): $19.99 at Impulse
Heroes of Might and Magic Hero Pack (PC) (http://store.steampowered.com/sub/1753/): $19.96 on Steam
Football Manager Live (PC) (http://store.steampowered.com/app/10630/): $21.99 on Steam

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

YMMV, but I picked them up yesterday at my local Sam's Club store on clearance.......

EndWar (PS3) - $8
Facebreaker (PS3) - $5

[sachmo71]

CheapAssGamer.com is a good resource for deals.

[Ramzavail]

Strategy Games (http://www.strategyfirst.com/en/games/)

anything worth buying here? 50% off.

also, I didn't realize that OOTP X/Baseball Mogul, was called Bill Spaceman Lee's OOTP X/Baseball Mogul. Odd.

[DaddyTorgo]

really? OOTP X for 50% off?

[Tasan]

I'm gonna be pretty pissed if this is true.

[DaddyTorgo]

that's bonkers. if that's true that probably takes me off the fence as far as OOTP X is concerned and i will pick it up later

[MikeVic]

But it's Bill Spaceman Lee's OOTP X, not the normal version.

[Antmeister]

Strategy Games (http://www.strategyfirst.com/en/games/)

anything worth buying here? 50% off.

also, I didn't realize that OOTP X/Baseball Mogul, was called Bill Spaceman Lee's OOTP X/Baseball Mogul. Odd.


Wow...good link sir.

[DaddyTorgo]

But it's Bill Spaceman Lee's OOTP X, not the normal version.

:confused:

[MikeVic]

:confused:

I don't really know anything, just poking fun at the Bill Spaceman Lee thing.

[DaddyTorgo]

lol okay. i presume it refers to the interview with him that's bundled with it. but i wonder about patching for it and such...

[Emiliano]

For the Euro crowd, from the Play.com "Summer Melt Down":

UFC 2009: Undisputed (PS3) € 29.99 (http://www.play.com/Games/PlayStation3/4-/9924197/UFC-2009-Undisputed/Product.html). 360 price is the same.

[eiskrap]

For the Euro crowd, from the Play.com "Summer Melt Down":

UFC 2009: Undisputed (PS3) € 29.99 (http://www.play.com/Games/PlayStation3/4-/9924197/UFC-2009-Undisputed/Product.html). 360 price is the same.

Thanks, I know nothing about UFC but the demo was better than FNR4 so might pick this up. Saints row 2 is only £15 as well...

[DanGarion]

I'm thinking the branding of "Bill Spaceman Lee" was a mistake for the OOTP and was only intended for the BM, but someone got a little copy/paste happy.

[Emiliano]

Thanks, I know nothing about UFC but the demo was better than FNR4 so might pick this up. Saints row 2 is only £15 as well...

Yep, I was tempted too, and the fact that Friday I'll spend only € 8 for Fight Night 4 (traded in some stuff) could make feel less "guilty" to spend some money on this one. Fact is, MMA is not really my thing, and I wouldn't have the time to "get into it".

As for Saints Row 2, if you liked GTA San Andreas just get it: it's a pretty fun game.

[DaddyTorgo]

I'm thinking the branding of "Bill Spaceman Lee" was a mistake for the OOTP and was only intended for the BM, but someone got a little copy/paste happy.

i think you're prolly right

[Tasan]

That was my thought too. I'm wondering if it extends to the fact its on sale or not as well.

[JPhillips]

I'm gonna be pretty pissed if this is true.

+1

Selling it for half off less than a month after release is a real kick in the nuts.

[DanGarion]

Let's all remember that it's not OOTP that is selling it for that price, an online retailer is.

[DaddyTorgo]

is the game worth it?

[Danny]

Is that the same retail version of the current OOTP that can be patched, have add ons, etc..? It if it is, I may pull the trigger on it.

[DaddyTorgo]

Is that the same retail version of the current OOTP that can be patched, have add ons, etc..? It if it is, I may pull the trigger on it.

that was my thought. particularly if others here say that it is worth it

[Danny]

Yeah, I was going to hold off for $40. I haven't played since OOTP version 6 and the interface/intuitiveness of Puresim has kept me from playing that, so if this is solid game then it would be worth the $20

[Danny]

OOTP X Sale at Strategy First - OOTP Developments Forums (http://www.ootpdevelopments.com/board/ootp-10-general-discussions/185325-out-park-baseball-x-sale-strategy-first.html)

[Danny]

Glad I asked

[wahoomac]

Got OOTPX on sale at Strategy First and patched it already. Been downloading some pictures/ballparks/databases for it. Be aware: the Bill "Spaceman" Lee OOTP X avi file is 2.7GB (it's still downloading for 4 hours now).

[DaddyTorgo]

damn - that's nuts

[Danny]

I just purchased it and am beginning to download now as well, don't care about the spaceman video though.

[DaddyTorgo]

yeah. i may pick it up tonight - just want a verdict from the rest of the guys on this board. although at that price, and given that my financial situation is actually pretty good, i should prolly just pick it up

[Big Fo]

I'm well on my way to getting my $30 worth out of it, $20 is a nice deal.

[DaddyTorgo]

cool beans. thnx boyz

[Danny]

We all know you will end up getting it tonight, so you might as well go ahead :)

[DaddyTorgo]

lol - oh you all know eh?

[Danny]

Yes, me and my 7 other personalities all know!

[DaddyTorgo]

lol - 8 of you sharing that one lil head?

[LastWhiteSoxFanStanding]

Thanks for the tip on OOTP. I might also have to pick this up.

[Danny]

lol - 8 of you sharing that one lil head?

We don't really share it, only one of us controls the whole thing at any given time

[Danny]

Hmmm, the patch didn't install right as after I got it in there It says elicense.dll file was missing. Do I need to install the patch a different way?

[wahoomac]

Spoke too soon on the patch. It wants an elicense dll file, so I'll have to see when StrategyFirst.com gets the latest patch. Sorry about the mis-information.

[boberot]

OOTP X Sale at Strategy First - OOTP Developments Forums (http://www.ootpdevelopments.com/board/ootp-10-general-discussions/185325-out-park-baseball-x-sale-strategy-first.html)

Interesting, this thread has apparently been deleted.

:confused:

[Ksyrup]

I imagine it has something to do with this (as posted by Alan T in the OOTP thread):

<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=6 width="100%" border=0><TBODY><TR><TD class=alt2 style="BORDER-RIGHT: 1px inset; BORDER-TOP: 1px inset; BORDER-LEFT: 1px inset; BORDER-BOTTOM: 1px inset">Originally Posted by Markus Heinsohn
Guys, we're having massive communication issues with Strategy First. I suggest holding off buying from them until these are resolved. One issue is that as per our contract they may not sell the game below our price, which they do anyway, so I asked them to stop this ASAP today. I am very sorry for the problems. :(


</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

[stevew]

Interesting, this thread has apparently been deleted.

:confused:

lol, remove all evidence.

[boberot]

I imagine it has something to do with this (as posted by Alan T in the OOTP thread):

<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=6 width="100%" border=0><TBODY><TR><TD class=alt2 style="BORDER-RIGHT: 1px inset; BORDER-TOP: 1px inset; BORDER-LEFT: 1px inset; BORDER-BOTTOM: 1px inset">Originally Posted by Markus Heinsohn
Guys, we're having massive communication issues with Strategy First. I suggest holding off buying from them until these are resolved. One issue is that as per our contract they may not sell the game below our price, which they do anyway, so I asked them to stop this ASAP today. I am very sorry for the problems. :(


</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

That would certainly explain it.

[JonInMiddleGA]

Interesting, this thread has apparently been deleted.
:confused:

As of late last night, it didn't contain much information beyond what was posted here, mostly a handful of disgruntled posters who seemed to feel screwed over by a sale price lower than what they got by pre-ordering.

[lighthousekeeper]

This seems like an amazing deal if haven't bought games like Civ IV & Bioshock yet.
Package: 2K HUGE GAMES PACK (http://store.steampowered.com/sub/1764/)


...it's amazing the things you find while googling 'huge package'

[Atocep]

24 hour sale on Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball (only $9.99) over at wolverine.

[Danny]

This seems like an amazing deal if haven't bought games like Civ IV & Bioshock yet.
Package: 2K HUGE GAMES PACK (http://store.steampowered.com/sub/1764/)


...it's amazing the things you find while googling 'huge package'

I own Civ 3, Civ 4 base (no expansions) and Freedom Force. Wonder if it would be worth it still.

[dervack]

24 hour sale on Draft Day Sports: Pro Basketball (only $9.99) over at wolverine.
I'm not seeing it.

[Atocep]

I'm not seeing it.

Wow, I really fail at reading.

It was posted on twitter and is a week old. I guess I missed out on the sale as well. Was looking forward to picking it up later tonight.

[AZSpeechCoach]

Would any of these work on a netbook? I only have 1024x600 resolution. Puresim does not, FOF will not (both because of screen resolution), TCY will, but I feel all played out on TCY. I am looking for a good text-sim that I can take with me. Yes, I could download the demos, but I am being lazy and want people to hand me the answers on a silver platter :)

[Antmeister]

Fallout 3 (http://store.steampowered.com/app/22300/) (PC): $24.99 at Steam

Shadowgrounds Pack (http://store.steampowered.com/sub/552/) (PC): $9.99 at Steam

Sins of a Solar Empire Bundle (http://www.impulsedriven.com/products/ESD-IMP-W250) (PC): $29.99 at Impulse

[k0ruptr]

Would any of these work on a netbook? I only have 1024x600 resolution. Puresim does not, FOF will not (both because of screen resolution), TCY will, but I feel all played out on TCY. I am looking for a good text-sim that I can take with me. Yes, I could download the demos, but I am being lazy and want people to hand me the answers on a silver platter :)

have you tried this app out? Netbook resolution customizer

hxxp://www.eeefiles.com/index.php?act=view&id=400

dont worry its safe, it was thought of by people with the same problem. its not perfect but might help with these games.

[hukarez]

Tex Murphy: Under a Killing Moon - GOG.com (http://www.gog.com/en/gamecard/tex_murphy_under_a_killing_moon)

I completely remember this game from back in the day... and distinctly recall my frustration that my 286 simply could not run this.

[BrianD]

Tex Murphy: Under a Killing Moon - GOG.com (http://www.gog.com/en/gamecard/tex_murphy_under_a_killing_moon)

I completely remember this game from back in the day... and distinctly recall my frustration that my 286 simply could not run this.

I loved that game, and I think I still have the 5 CDs. This and Phantasmagoria were the first movie/story games I remember playing and I couldn't get enough of them.

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

Prototype (PS3/360) only $40 at Amazon.

Prototype Video Game Xbox 360/Playstation 3 $40, PC $30 - Slickdeals.net (http://www.slickdeals.net/permadeal/22425/Prototype-Video-Game-Xbox-360Playstation-3-40--PC-30)

[sachmo71]

big sale at gamestop...a number of games are $20 including Bionic Commando, HAWX, and Bee Movie.

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

Free download of the first two Elder Scrolls games............

Free Download of The Elder Scrolls Arena II: Daggerfall - Slickdeals.net (http://www.slickdeals.net/permadeal/22439/Free-Download-of-The-Elder-Scrolls-Arena-II-Daggerfall)

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

Heavy duty deal for PS3 owners. Many of the very good games are under $20 and some are priced at $11. Tough part right now is getting into the server. It's getting hammered.

PS3 Games: The Orange Box $11, Fallout 3 $33, Metal Gear Solid IV $16, Street Fighter IV $32, Burnout Paradise $11, Uncharted: Drake's Fortune $32, and more - Slickdeals.net (http://www.slickdeals.net/permadeal/22505/PS3-Games-The-Orange-Box-11--Fallout-3-33--Metal-Gear-Solid-IV-16--Street-Fighter-IV-32--Burnout-Paradise-11--Uncharted-Drakes-Fortune-32--and-more)

[SackAttack]

Burnout Paradise for $11 is such a fantastic deal that any PS3 owner who doesn't purchase it should be sentenced to a lifetime of Atari Jaguar gaming and nothing else.

[Arles]

Thanks, Mizzou. Got the Orange Box, Burnout Paradise and Lego Batman for $34 shipped!

[CleBrownsfan]

Heavy duty deal for PS3 owners. Many of the very good games are under $20 and some are priced at $11. Tough part right now is getting into the server. It's getting hammered.

PS3 Games: The Orange Box $11, Fallout 3 $33, Metal Gear Solid IV $16, Street Fighter IV $32, Burnout Paradise $11, Uncharted: Drake's Fortune $32, and more - Slickdeals.net (http://www.slickdeals.net/permadeal/22505/PS3-Games-The-Orange-Box-11--Fallout-3-33--Metal-Gear-Solid-IV-16--Street-Fighter-IV-32--Burnout-Paradise-11--Uncharted-Drakes-Fortune-32--and-more)

Wow - that is a slow ass site - thanks for the deal notices though - if I can get pass the loading for registration I'm plan on getting a few of these

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

Wow - that is a slow ass site - thanks for the deal notices though - if I can get pass the loading for registration I'm plan on getting a few of these

Well, it's actually a great site under most circumstances, but when you put a deal like that out there, it's bound to hammer your speed. I noticed the site is down temporarily. Hopefully that's not the end of the deals.

[Capital]

I have definitely gotten my money's worth out of OOTPX, and this coming from someone who bought but did not like OOPT 7 & 9.

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

Looks like the Sony Style store may be all sold out. Tried to go to the website to look for the games on sale and it just redirects back to the main page. I'm guessing that's a "we're all sold out" hint.

[Arles]

I had issues like that when I ordered yesterday. If you keep trying the links, they work. it took me about 15 minutes to add the 3 games into the shopping cart and check out.

[sterlingice]

I finally went out and got Crono Trigger for the DS since it dropped to $20 this week (new) at EB/GS

SI

[Ramzavail]

I finally went out and got Crono Trigger for the DS since it dropped to $20 this week (new) at EB/GS

SI

Nice, you'll love it (if you've never played it before)

I just went DS crazy yesterday getting retro game challenge, two castlevania games, puzzle quest galactrix and fire emblem the shadow dragon. All used, so if I don't like it in 7 days, back for a full refund. I suspect I am really going to like the retro game challenge though and the two castlevania's.

[path12]

I have definitely gotten my money's worth out of OOTPX, and this coming from someone who bought but did not like OOPT 7 & 9.

OOTP has always been better in theory rather than practice for me. I've got 7 and 9 as well. In your opinion what is different with X?

[sterlingice]

Nice, you'll love it (if you've never played it before)

I just went DS crazy yesterday getting retro game challenge, two castlevania games, puzzle quest galactrix and fire emblem the shadow dragon. All used, so if I don't like it in 7 days, back for a full refund. I suspect I am really going to like the retro game challenge though and the two castlevania's.

I'm quite well versed in CT- best RPG ever, for my money (tho FF4 is still my favorite). I was just waiting for it to drop to play it again, tho. And, you know, I never played Crono Cross so maybe after I beat that, I could dig out the PSX or just play it on the PS2.

I'm curious how PQ: Galactrix is. I played the first up to about level 40 and beat the game, tho I was getting bored at the end.

SI

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

Another PSN sale on the way. The following PSN titles will have their prices cut for one week starting yesterday.

Crash Commando
Brain Challenge
Flock
NHL 3-3 Arcade
PixelJunk Eden
Savage Moon
Wipeout HD

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

50% off Sports Mogul games.........

The Blog for the Sports Gamer » Blog Archive » Sports Mogul 50% Off Sale (http://www.sportsgamerblog.com/2009/07/17/sports-mogul-50-off-sale/)

[Big Fo]

Nice, you'll love it (if you've never played it before)

I just went DS crazy yesterday getting retro game challenge, two castlevania games, puzzle quest galactrix and fire emblem the shadow dragon. All used, so if I don't like it in 7 days, back for a full refund. I suspect I am really going to like the retro game challenge though and the two castlevania's.

I really liked Retro Game Challenge, the games themselves were good (the Haggle Man series my favorite probably) plus the in-game magazines previews and cheat codes, the conversations with the other kid before/after gaming sessions, as a whole RGC has a lot charm.

I want the sequel (which has a lot more games and moves into the 16-bit era!) to be localized but this is unlikely after the sales of the first game.

[Arles]

Thanks, Mizzou. Got the Orange Box, Burnout Paradise and Lego Batman for $34 shipped!
Just got this email from Sony:
Dear Valued Sony Customers,

We regret to inform you that any video game which was part of your order SW09071201583 that has not yet shipped has been cancelled. If you have previously received an email with a tracking number, the items associated with shipping confirmation have not been effected.

Your order had to be cancelled due to an overwhelming number of orders placed during a severe pricing error that occurred on our site. We have done everything possible to fulfill every order but we have exhausted all inventory.

We are very sorry for the inconvenience this has caused but, we do not anticipating any further inventory in the near future. Additionally, because this was a pricing error, we are unable to offer other products at a discount.

Thank you again for your patience and understanding,
I don't think they charged my card and the items haven't shipped, so it looks like no dice on this deal. No biggie, but anyone who tried to sneak in on this deal will probably have it canceled.

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

Just got this email from Sony:

I don't think they charged my card and the items haven't shipped, so it looks like no dice on this deal. No biggie, but anyone who tried to sneak in on this deal will probably have it canceled.

Ah, stinker. That's the price of chasing good deals online. I've had a couple of cheapies canceled after ordering them from Amazon.

[Ramzavail]

I really liked Retro Game Challenge, the games themselves were good (the Haggle Man series my favorite probably) plus the in-game magazines previews and cheat codes, the conversations with the other kid before/after gaming sessions, as a whole RGC has a lot charm.

I want the sequel (which has a lot more games and moves into the 16-bit era!) to be localized but this is unlikely after the sales of the first game.

Yea, I'm really have a great time with it. There's a sequel?

SI - as for Galactrix the idiots at Gamestop put the first Puzzle Quest in the box and I didn't realize it until Sunday, so I just ended up returning it today with Fire Emblem. I don't have the patience anymore for a game like Fire Emblem and I just can't find myself playing a game with the stylus. The first puzzle quest demanded it so I assume the second one did as well.

Next game - I want to check out is The World Ends With You, but apparently its hard to find around these neck of the woods.

I am having a fun time with the newest Castlevania.

I did pick up Elder Scrolls Oblivion (game of the year version) for $25 new at Gamestop after I went to a wedding on Saturday and they were ranting and raving about it for about 2 hours.

[Big Fo]

Yea, I'm really have a great time with it. There's a sequel?

Yeah, the sequel came out in Japan a few months ago. It looks like it might not ever be translated into English :(

[JonInMiddleGA]

I did pick up Elder Scrolls Oblivion (game of the year version) for $25 new at Gamestop

Best bang for the buck I've ever gotten for a game in my life (same deal several months back) -- console, tabletop, pc, casino, or otherwise -- for what I got from that price nothing else has ever come close.

[tarcone]

I recently bought Civ:Revolution for the DS at Gamestop for $12.99. Greatest buy ever.

[Ramzavail]

Best bang for the buck I've ever gotten for a game in my life (same deal several months back) -- console, tabletop, pc, casino, or otherwise -- for what I got from that price nothing else has ever come close.

Really. Wow. I gotta start reading about this game.

About Retro Game Challenge, it got such great reviews, I couldn't find it used at 4 local Gamestops. I would have thought the game had sold well.

[JPhillips]

Really. Wow. I gotta start reading about this game.

About Retro Game Challenge, it got such great reviews, I couldn't find it used at 4 local Gamestops. I would have thought the game had sold well.

There's a texture upgrade mod that, if your PC can handle it, greatly enhances the graphics. After you play for a while you can experiment with some of the other mods out there. It really is a great game.

[Ramzavail]

There's a texture upgrade mod that, if your PC can handle it, greatly enhances the graphics. After you play for a while you can experiment with some of the other mods out there. It really is a great game.

Ah, I got it on XBOX, is there a difference between XBOX and PC that makes it worth the switch?

[JPhillips]

Just the mods as far as I know. I didn't find the graphic mod until I was halfway through the main quest, so you'll be fine without it.

[fpres]

50% off all Paradox Interactive titles until July 26th

Paradox Interactive - Paradox Interactive celebrates its 10 year anniversary with 50% Discount (http://www.paradoxplaza.com//index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=565&Itemid=129)

[CleBrownsfan]

50% off all Paradox Interactive titles until July 26th

Paradox Interactive - Paradox Interactive celebrates its 10 year anniversary with 50% Discount (http://www.paradoxplaza.com//index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=565&Itemid=129)

Anyone play King's Bounty: The Legend? Not a bad price to try it out... like I need more games to take up the little time I have to play them :p

[Pumpy Tudors]

Anyone play King's Bounty: The Legend? Not a bad price to try it out... like I need more games to take up the little time I have to play them :p
King's Booty is a GREAT game if you like games like Heroes of Might & Magic. Nice turn-based gameplay and lots of side quests to go on. It's a lot of fun.

I mean King's Bounty, not King's Booty.

[PilotMan]

Finally going to get my hands on Deus Vult. This is just what I was waiting for. Thanks.
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[Big Fo]

Picked up a couple of recently discounted platformers, Mirror's Edge (PS3) and Henry Hatsworth and the Puzzling Adventure (DS) for $20 each. Not wanting to fall 30 stories to your death is good motivation in the former, from that height your character makes an awful sound when they hit the ground.

[FrogMan]

I know the games at GOG are always cheap, but they are running a 50% off racing titles this week only.

GOG.com (http://www.gog.com/en/page/racing_week/)

FM

[PilotMan]

Finally going to get my hands on Deus Vult. This is just what I was waiting for. Thanks.
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Also picked up SOS: Argos Naval Yard, and Victoria: Revolutions. Three expansions spent 17 bucks. I'll take that!

[JPhillips]

50% off all Paradox Interactive titles until July 26th

Paradox Interactive - Paradox Interactive celebrates its 10 year anniversary with 50% Discount (http://www.paradoxplaza.com//index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=565&Itemid=129)

Good price on Mount and Blade(14.95) for those that missed the last sale.

[Uncle Briggs]

Has anybody tried Lost Empire: Immortals? Never heard of it but the reviews I found make it sound like a decent 4x space game, at least for $5.

edit:

While I'm soliciting opinions:

What better:Victoria complete, Crusader Kings complete, EU3 complete?

I like turn-based strategy; RTS not so much. Is SotS worth my time/money?

[PilotMan]

Has anybody tried Lost Empire: Immortals? Never heard of it but the reviews I found make it sound like a decent 4x space game, at least for $5.

edit:

While I'm soliciting opinions:

What better:Victoria complete, Crusader Kings complete, EU3 complete?

I like turn-based strategy; RTS not so much. Is SotS worth my time/money?

If you are looking for 4x SotS is probably better.

Of those three Crusader Kings is the best IMO. Haven't played EU3 but CK is uber addictive.

[JPhillips]

Has anybody tried Lost Empire: Immortals? Never heard of it but the reviews I found make it sound like a decent 4x space game, at least for $5.

edit:

While I'm soliciting opinions:

What better:Victoria complete, Crusader Kings complete, EU3 complete?

I like turn-based strategy; RTS not so much. Is SotS worth my time/money?

I play all three. They all have different game play, but the big difference is time period. If you're only going to get one go with the time period that interests you the most.

[gstelmack]

It's a shame King's Bounty wants to crash 1/3 of the way through on Vista 64-bit; did that ever get patched? The listing on Steam still shows "Vista 32-bit" and I can't find word that it ever got fixed. Otherwise I'd buy that during the sale.

And the Take Command game does not list Vista compatibility at all. Oh well, saving me some money.

[cschex]

If I can run CK complete on my (crappy) integrated graphics chipset would EU3 work as well? I have never played and would like a new games but obviously don't want to purchase anything that wont run.

[JPhillips]

EU3 can be tricky with older graphics cards. CK and Vicki should run no problem, but I'd check the paradox forum fo card specs before I bought EU3.

[Tasan]

What is SotS? I'm always looking for a good space 4x.

[Big Fo]

If I can run CK complete on my (crappy) integrated graphics chipset would EU3 work as well? I have never played and would like a new games but obviously don't want to purchase anything that wont run.

Make sure your video card supports pixelshader 2.0, the other requirements are pretty light.

Microsoft Windows XP/2000 1.9 Ghz Intel Pentium or similar AMD
512mb RAM
Direct X 9.0c compatible video card with at least 128mb & support for pixelshader 2.0.

[Ajaxab]

How accessible are titles like CK and EU III? The last Paradox game I played was the original EU. One of the problems I faced was trying to make sense of all the feedback the game was providing. I'm not necessarily intimidated by the complexity of these kinds of games, but whether or not the game allows you to make sense of all the details.

[JPhillips]

Any of those have a very steep learning curve. Did you get to a point where you felt comfortable with EU? If you did you'll eventually figure out EU3 as well. I think there's an EU3 wiki with some good help guides.

[Ajaxab]

Any of those have a very steep learning curve. Did you get to a point where you felt comfortable with EU? If you did you'll eventually figure out EU3 as well. I think there's an EU3 wiki with some good help guides.

It's been awhile since I played EU, but I remember feeling lost about what to do next at a certain point. It may have been the raft of information available and myriad variables I recall trying to consider.

I guess I might compare my experience to the one I had with Civ IV. With Civ, I always had that sense that I could do any number of things with the next turn and could have a pretty clear understanding of why I was making that decision and the possible range of consequences that could follow from it. I didn't always get that sense from EU. I could do any number of things, but I wasn't always clear about why I should be making that decision and even less clear about the potential consequences. I know Paradox is not intending to create Civ-style games, but are any of these more recent titles a few steps up from Civ when it comes to how clearly the player knows what might be done and its range of outcomes? Does this question make sense?

'Course maybe for $5, something like CK might be worth trying anyways.

[JPhillips]

It's been awhile since I played EU, but I remember feeling lost about what to do next at a certain point. It may have been the raft of information available and myriad variables I recall trying to consider.

I guess I might compare my experience to the one I had with Civ IV. With Civ, I always had that sense that I could do any number of things with the next turn and could have a pretty clear understanding of why I was making that decision and the possible range of consequences that could follow from it. I didn't always get that sense from EU. I could do any number of things, but I wasn't always clear about why I should be making that decision and even less clear about the potential consequences. I know Paradox is not intending to create Civ-style games, but are any of these more recent titles a few steps up from Civ when it comes to how clearly the player knows what might be done and its range of outcomes? Does this question make sense?

'Course maybe for $5, something like CK might be worth trying anyways.

It makes perfect sense, but I don't have a good answer for you. The Paradox games(EU/CK/HOI/Vicki) are just very demanding for a new user. Eventually it becomes pretty routine and you can focus on different sets of info depending on what you want to do, but I don't know how to get to that point without a lot of frustration.

[PilotMan]

I think that CK is the the most logical for a new user. I was able to get up and running with that much faster. As far as the graphics question. I have a very old Inspiron 600m (single core 1.6, integrated graphics) and I can play CK, but I could never touch EU3. I tried Diplomacy and the graphics on that killed my system. Vicki would be about the same as CK.


What is SotS? I'm always looking for a good space 4x.

Sword of the Stars. I think that it has 3 or 4 expansions, with the last just coming out about a month ago, and I have them all, but haven't played it a whole lot, thanks to just getting into Guild Wars with my oldest son.

Here's the wiki for it though. Seems very developed.

Main Page - SOTS (http://sots.rorschach.net/)

[Calis]

It's a shame King's Bounty wants to crash 1/3 of the way through on Vista 64-bit; did that ever get patched? The listing on Steam still shows "Vista 32-bit" and I can't find word that it ever got fixed. Otherwise I'd buy that during the sale.

And the Take Command game does not list Vista compatibility at all. Oh well, saving me some money.

I was leery of getting King's Bounty because of the 64-bit stuff. I ended up buying it anyway and played it for an hour or hour and a half and had no issues. Really enjoyed it.

I'm running Windows 7 so that might be different, but I asked around a bit beforehand and heard of some people on Vista 64 who had no problems also. It sounds like it's a crapshoot.

[sterlingice]

Next game - I want to check out is The World Ends With You, but apparently its hard to find around these neck of the woods.

I absolutely love TWEWY but I know some who don't and the gulf is basically gameplay. I think those who like or even just stick with the gameplay will like the story. Those who can't stand it won't play long enough to get into the story. For my money, one of the best games on the DS.

SI

[mckerney]

Steam has Dawn of War II along with all other games in Dawn of War and Company of Heroes series 50% off this weekend.

[DaddyTorgo]

oooh! maybe i'll grab the last CoH game then...thanks mckerney!!

[mckerney]

No problem. I'd been waiting for a Dawn of War II sale and decided to also pick up the relic super pack with Dawn of War Platinum and Company of Heroes Gold for $24.99.

[Warhammer]

Just found Supreme Commander for $3.60 at Target.

[gstelmack]

Steam has a 10-pack of indie games including Braid, World of Goo, and Crayon Physics Deluxe for $30 this weekend.

[Ajaxab]

I don't know how many PS3 owners are interested in getting Afrika ahead of its release date here (reviews are mixed, seems like a niche title), but play-asia.com has a Korean/English version for $25.

[mckerney]

Steam has a 10-pack of indie games including Braid, World of Goo, and Crayon Physics Deluxe for $30 this weekend.

Damn, now I wish I hadn't picked up World of Goo and Braid a couple weeks ago.

[sterlingice]

Toys R Us is running a special this week: Buy 1 Get 1 50% off for Wii and DS games. Usually with a sale like this, all the good stock is out on Sunday and they won't replenish until next week so, if you want something in high demand (Wii Sports Resort, new Professor Layton, etc)- might want to get in there today.

SI

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

Some excellent deals on HDD's if you're a PS3 owner. You can get a 500 GB drive for $70 or a 320 GB drive for $43.

Dell SB 20% + 10% Off Desktop/Laptop Hard Drives: Western Digital 500GB 5400RPM Laptop HDD $72, 320GB $43, 320GB 7200 RPM Laptop HDD $55 & More - Slickdeals.net (http://www.slickdeals.net/permadeal/23881/Dell-SB-20---10-Off-DesktopLaptop-Hard-Drives-Western-Digital-500GB-5400RPM-Laptop-HDD-72--320GB-43--320GB-7200-RPM-Laptop-HDD-55--More)

[Arles]

Pretty sweet deal on NCAA Football 2010 for PS3/XBox360 if you haven't gotten it. I just got a used copy for $40 shipped. I think Madden is sold out:

Hastings 30% Off Used Video Games, Movies and CDs: Fallout 3 (PS3) $19, Left4Dead (360), $17, Grand Theft Auto IV (360/PS3) $13, Halo 3 $22 (360), Gears of War 2 (360) $23, Madden NFL 10 (360/PS3) $34 & More + S/H - Slickdeals.net (http://slickdeals.net/permadeal/24091/Hastings-30-Off-Used-Video-Games--Movies-and-CDs-Fallout-3-PS3-19--Left4Dead-360--17--Grand-Theft-Auto-IV-360PS3-13--Halo-3-22-360--Gears-of-War-2-360-23--Madden-NFL-10-360PS3-34--More---SH)

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

Go Gamer has a weekend madess sale. Some PC games as cheap as one penny.

48 Hour Madness (http://www.qksrv.net/click-1312731-171950?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gogamer.com%2F48-Hour-Madness_stcVVcatId544567VVviewcat.htm)

[JPhillips]

That's a really good price on HOI3. With the patch arriving possibly today it's a god time to get that.

[gstelmack]

Steam is running a big sale on Strategy First titles.

[mckerney]

Go Gamer has a weekend madess sale. Some PC games as cheap as one penny.

48 Hour Madness (http://www.qksrv.net/click-1312731-171950?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gogamer.com%2F48-Hour-Madness_stcVVcatId544567VVviewcat.htm)

Thanks, just picked up Call of Juarez, Just Cause, Maelstrom, Sid Meier's Railroads!, The Movies, Battlestations: Midway, Titlebout: Championship Boxing and Prey for $20.80 including shipping.

[Passacaglia]

I got an email from GamersGate with the subject that Civilization VI was on sale. I was all over that, but inside the message, it said it was actually Civilization IV. Ah, well.

[TRO]

I got an email from GamersGate with the subject that Civilization VI was on sale. I was all over that, but inside the message, it said it was actually Civilization IV. Ah, well.

I'm sure if you wanted to give them money for a game that is still 2 generations away, I'm sure that they would take it. :)

[Ramzavail]

Thanks, just picked up Call of Juarez, Just Cause, Maelstrom, Sid Meier's Railroads!, The Movies, Battlestations: Midway, Titlebout: Championship Boxing and Prey for $20.80 including shipping.

I'm curious how Maelstrom is.

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

$5 off all New Star Games through Sept. 30th.

Coupon code: supernsg

[Antmeister]

Since Direct2Drive is having their 5 year anniversary, they are currently having a specials for RPGs for $5. Some notable games in there are:

Drakensang
Neverwinter Nights 2
Assassin's Creed Director's Cut
Titan Quest BundleAnd they are also continuing specials on some other games:

Civ IV
Bioshock
Sid Meier's Pirates!


Just go here:
http://www.direct2drive.com/d2dturns5

[DaddyTorgo]

looks like assasin's creed will run on my laptop - how is it?

i like the idea of the game

[Antmeister]

looks like assasin's creed will run on my laptop - how is it?

I have not played it, but it has received favorable rankings.
Assassin's Creed for PC - GameRankings (http://www.gamerankings.com/pc/935316-assassins-creed/index.html)

[CleBrownsfan]

I've never purchased anything from Direct2Drive. Am I able to log into two different computers and play the games I've purchased?

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

Need for Speed: Shift available for $40 at Best Buy online. Shipping is free for PS3 version. $2.99 shipping for 360 version.

Need For Speed: Shift Game, PS3 or Xbox 360 $40 - Slickdeals.net (http://www.slickdeals.net/permadeal/24833/Need-For-Speed-Shift-Game--PS3-or-Xbox-360-40)

[Mustang]

looks like assasin's creed will run on my laptop - how is it?

i like the idea of the game

Was fun for a bit, then it just turned into a very very repetitive game.

[DaddyTorgo]

Was fun for a bit, then it just turned into a very very repetitive game.

$5 fun?

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

Does anyone have Need for Speed: Shift yet? There's a thread that popped up over at NeoGaf with some pretty troubling bugs. Main issues are the 360 version of the game freezing while attempting to sign in to the PSN store and the other being the 'jumping' car physics issue when you go off the road on both versions. It appears to be pretty buggy.

NFS: Shift Crashes at PlayStation Store Screen — on a 360 - NeoGAF (http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=375423)

[Honolulu_Blue]

$5 fun?

I think it could be $5 worth of fun, certainly not $50. It's very cool the first time or two around, but then you realize you're just doing the same thing over and over. For $5, I'd give a try.

Though I only played the 360 version, not PC.

[DaddyTorgo]

aaaah okay.

i just like the idea of being all sneaky-assasin like. and the historical setting seems like a neat time.

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

Halo: ODST for $40......

Halo 3: ODST Game for Xbox 360 $40 - Slickdeals.net (http://www.slickdeals.net/permadeal/24861/Halo-3-ODST-Game-for-Xbox-360-40)

[bhlloy]

Was fun for a bit, then it just turned into a very very repetitive game.

+1. For such an interesting idea, they sure sucked all the fun out of the game and made it a game of 8 repeatable exercises. Don't bother with it unless you like games that have pretty graphics but no substance.

[DaddyTorgo]

oh

bah

[Lonnie]

Direct2Drive released the next round of $5 games. Indie titles.

Mount and Blade
World of Goo
Sword of the Stars
and more.


Looks like I'm going to have plunk down about $20 this round. I'm grabbing Elven Legacy while it's still $5 as well.


http://www.direct2drive.com/d2dturns5

[stevew]

Someone lemme know the next time PlayOn is available for 20 bucks. I suppose I can get it for 30 right now, but even that's a bit much.

Mainly just cause they could lose support from netflix streaming or Hulu at any point in time.

[stevew]

+1. For such an interesting idea, they sure sucked all the fun out of the game and made it a game of 8 repeatable exercises. Don't bother with it unless you like games that have pretty graphics but no substance.

I thought the first Godfather game was entertaining, but it was so repetitive as well.

[Antmeister]

Alright this is the last week to take advantage of the Direct2Drive $5 specials. The 11th is the last day. Some good games still available:
Company of Heroes Gold
Pirates
BioShock
Supreme Commander Gold
Drakensang
Mount and Blade
Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Chaos Theory

http://www.direct2drive.com/d2dturns5

[mauchow]

Just forked out $15. Doubt my wife will even notice that!! WooT!

edit: I spend like $4.00 a few weeks back on a few games. i still haven't opened the boxes. But 5 quality games for under $20, my wife won't complain at all! :)

[Lonnie]

I dropped a cool $35 over the life of this sale, and I missed the first couple of weeks!

[lighthousekeeper]

I couldn't resist getting Titan Quest + expansion pack for $5. Digital distribution seems to have had a major effect on pc game pricing. Seems like every month either Steam or D2D is having some great game on supersale.

[mckerney]

I dropped a cool $35 over the life of this sale, and I missed the first couple of weeks!

Same here. Thankfully games that went on sale in early weeks stayed on sale throughout.

Also on sale on Steam is Empire: Total War for $24.99 on weekend 50% off sale.

[RendeR]

I just dropped 16 bucks on bioshock, supreme commander (and expansion) and sid meir's railroads.


can't beat that price, just wow.

[mauchow]

Decided I couldn't pass up Civ IV. I have been waiting forever to purchase that game. I had the game in my hand in the store the day after it came out and I never purchased it until today. Crazy.

[DaddyTorgo]

too bad i can't quite get empire total war running smoothly on my laptop

i wonder how civ IV would run. i always used to enjoy civ

[DaddyTorgo]

does Civ IV really need the expansion packs to be really good?

[Big Fo]

does Civ IV really need the expansion packs to be really good?

It needs the second one (Beyond the Sword).

[DaddyTorgo]

am i being a biotch if i ask what they all sort of add?

nevermind...i see

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

It needs the second one (Beyond the Sword).

+1. Beyond the Sword is an absolute must.

[path12]

Got Bioshock, Railroads! and Drakensang for $15 total. Now if I can just get the goddamn Bioshock patch to work......it keeps hanging there.

[Chubby]

You can trade in 2 games from a list at Gamestop and get Brutal Legend for $20. This is great if you already have one game to trade in. FIFA 090 is on the list and is $20 at Gamestop so grab then trade it in with the game you already have to get Brutal Legend for $40 instead of $60...

[DaddyTorgo]

Complete Civ IV package on Steam for 19.99 until Friday...

[PilotMan]

That's the deal I have been waiting for.

[mauchow]

That's the deal I have been waiting for.

Of course that comes out when I just bought freakin' Civ IV on D2D. This is obviously still a great deal and one I'll be taking advantage of... I hope.

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

That's the deal I have been waiting for.

I'd pay full price for Civ4 and expansions even today. It's just about as good as it gets. $20 is downright ridiculous.

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

'Name your price' deal on World of Goo on the PC. You can get the game for as little as one penny.

World of Goo (PC) Game Name Your Price Sale From $0.01 - Slickdeals.net (http://slickdeals.net/permadeal/25257/World-of-Goo-PC-Game-Name-Your-Price-Sale-From-0-01)

[DaddyTorgo]

I'd pay full price for Civ4 and expansions even today. It's just about as good as it gets. $20 is downright ridiculous.

yeah? i meant to pull the trigger on this last night but then i was curled up in the basement watching tv when i was visited by a little mouse and that threw me off - i'll have to do that today

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

yeah? i meant to pull the trigger on this last night but then i was curled up in the basement watching tv when i was visited by a little mouse and that threw me off - i'll have to do that today

I kid you not. If I had one game to choose from and they locked me up with that one game, I'd choose CIV4 in a heartbeat. I've got a top list that I play pretty regularly (FM series is a big favorite of mine), but I can't think of a game that's even comes close to the amount of enjoyment I've got out of CIV4. It's just a fantastic game.

[gstelmack]

I'm tempted to do this just so I have it on Steam and don't have to dig out my CDs and do the dance semi-regularly. I'll be installing Win7 soon and this would be a big help.

[DaddyTorgo]

I kid you not. If I had one game to choose from and they locked me up with that one game, I'd choose CIV4 in a heartbeat. I've got a top list that I play pretty regularly (FM series is a big favorite of mine), but I can't think of a game that's even comes close to the amount of enjoyment I've got out of CIV4. It's just a fantastic game.

wowsers. that's a ringing endorsement!

i'd probably pick FM, but I can remember having loads of fun with the last Civ series that I played - must have been 3 I suppose (although I always used to dread when it got to modern times).

[Ronnie Dobbs2]

Civ IV is much much better than 3. It's a pantheon game once BTS is added.

[DaddyTorgo]

zoinks! damn the mouse in the basement for disturbing me last night and messing up my night (kid you not...i had the lights off, the tv on in the background and was looking at some porn on my laptop when all of a sudden i heard scratching, i looked up and i saw zip-zip some movement across the floor. freaked me out!)

[BigDPW]

Any downsides to buying the steam version... Do mods and such work okay with Civ IV with steam?

[DaddyTorgo]

Any downsides to buying the steam version... Do mods and such work okay with Civ IV with steam?

oooh this is a good question.

my experience with other games (read: nba 2k9 on steam, and madden08 on d2d or wherever i got it from) is that mods work fine. you just have to point the ones with auto-installers to the right directory and you're fine.

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

Civ IV is much much better than 3. It's a pantheon game once BTS is added.

I thought Civ3 was an above average game when I played it. Civ4 makes it look below average at best. I'd also note that it has little to do with the graphics and everything to do with the gameplay mechanics. They're worlds better than any of the previous Civ games. It's the kind of leap you'd love to see from other franchises that tend to get caught in a run and not look for big way to improve.

[DaddyTorgo]

now you're getting me excited for gaming tonight MBBF!! i might even play Civ more than nba2k10 tonight!

[PineTar]

World of Goo: Pay What You Want (http://2dboy.com/games.php)

[Radii]

Awesome PT, I picked up World of Goo and have been playing it during football, fun stuff.

[Galaril]

Awesome PT, I picked up World of Goo and have been playing it during football, fun stuff.

Curious what you guys gave them for the game since it says pay what you want.

[PineTar]

I actually haven't downloaded yet.

[Honolulu_Blue]

S.T.A.L.K.E.R., an open world shooter that's a few years old now, but comes pretty highly recommended, is available on Steam for $5 until the end of the week.

I bought it last night, but haven't downloaded it yet.

[mckerney]

Team Fortress 2 is on sale fore $2.49 on Steam until 2:00 pm Pacific Time.

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

Ratchet and Clank: Crack in Time for $45.

Ratchet & Clank Future: A Crack In Time $45 - Slickdeals.net (http://slickdeals.net/permadeal/25914/Ratchet--Clank-Future-A-Crack-In-Time-45)

[Antmeister]

Mass Effect (PC) - $9.99 at Steam (http://store.steampowered.com/)
Sid Meier's Pirates (PC) - $9.99 at Impulse (http://www.impulsedriven.com/)
Titan Quest Gold (PC) - $19.99 at Impulse (http://www.impulsedriven.com/)

[Tasan]

I gave in and got Mass Effect. I've been looking at getting it for a while and just couldn't pass it up for that amount.

[hoopsguy]

Ditto, Tasan. Although once I saw the download sizes for that and Torchlight I decided to play the latter first :)

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

NBA Live 10 is available on Amazon for $40 today.

[Tasan]

Ditto, Tasan. Although once I saw the download sizes for that and Torchlight I decided to play the latter first :)

Yep, I haven't downloaded it yet either. I have to clear some space first.

[PilotMan]

I couldn't pass on Mass Effect for that price. 22% downloaded, only a gazillion gigs to go.

[JPhillips]

Damn, I was going to get Mass Effect when I got home, but the sale is over.

[mckerney]

Hearts of Iron III is 50% off on steam for $14.99 through Thursday.

[mauchow]

Buy Modern Warfare 2 on Amazon.com and get $20 towards your next video game...

Which I will most absolutely doing and hoping that Dragon Age is still available for $10 off in a few days when they put the money into my account.

[Pyser]

are there any good left 4 dead 2 pre-order deals? is pre-ordering the best way to get a new game cheap as possible?

[Swaggs]

Not sure where to ask this, so I'll stick it in here:

Are there any good RPGs out where you have to build and fight within parties (a la the old Dragon Warrior series)?

[Atocep]

are there any good left 4 dead 2 pre-order deals? is pre-ordering the best way to get a new game cheap as possible?


If you're looking to buy for PC then Steam has a 4 pack special for $134.99. That's the absolute cheapest I've seen it.

[Atocep]

Not sure where to ask this, so I'll stick it in here:

Are there any good RPGs out where you have to build and fight within parties (a la the old Dragon Warrior series)?


Have you checked out the dragon age thread?

[Swaggs]

Have you checked out the dragon age thread?

I've seen it on Steam. From the screenshots, it seems a little too graphical.

I guess I'm looking for something with more of an overhead view that really features the characters and their skill/level growth. It could be a little older and graphics aren't much of a factor -- just looking for the type of sweeping RPGs I used to play when I was a kid (like the early Final Fantasy and Dragon Warrior games).

[Vince, Pt. II]

Swaggs, are you set on turn-based combat?

Dragon Age does look a bit graphics-intensive, but it is HUGELY story-driven.

[Antmeister]

I've seen it on Steam. From the screenshots, it seems a little too graphical.

I guess I'm looking for something with more of an overhead view that really features the characters and their skill/level growth. It could be a little older and graphics aren't much of a factor -- just looking for the type of sweeping RPGs I used to play when I was a kid (like the early Final Fantasy and Dragon Warrior games).

Well if graphics aren't much a factor, check this out:
http://www.spiderwebsoftware.com/

They have a slew of those type games. Graphics aren't great, but they have good story arcs and demos are available for you to try.

[Antmeister]

Overlord Series (PC) - Includes Overlord, Overlord Raising Hell and Overlord II (PC): $8.75 at Steam (http://store.steampowered.com/sub/2464/)
Titan Quest (PC): $11.25 at Impulse (http://www.impulsedriven.com/titanq)
Tropico Reloaded (PC) - Includes Tropico, Tropico Paradise Island, and Tropico 2: $7.49 at Impulse (http://www.impulsedriven.com/tropreload)
Dragon Age Origins (PC): $39.99 at EB Games (http://www.ebgames.com/Catalog/ProductDetails.aspx?sku=D003508)
Dead Space (PC - Digital Download Only): $19.50 at EB Games (http://www.ebgames.com/Catalog/ProductDetails.aspx?sku=D002665)

[Antmeister]

King's Bounty The Legend (PC): $9.90 at GoGamer (http://www.gogamer.com/King-s-Bounty-The-Legend--I--for-PC-All-PC-Games_stcVVproductId32964742VVcatId444774VVviewprod.htm)

[Antmeister]

Blood Bowl (PC): $27.90 at GoGamer (http://www.gogamer.com/Blood-Bowl--I--for-PC-All-PC-Games_stcVVproductId77157812VVcatId444774VVviewprod.htm)

[Matthean]

Titan Quest (PC): $11.25 at Impulse (http://www.impulsedriven.com/titanq)

You should be able to buy this in stores(Best Buy, Office Max) for $9.99

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[PilotMan]

Impulse has Demigod for 14.99

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

Killzone 2 available for $30 new or $25 used.

Killzone 2 (Playstation 3) Game New $30, Used $25 - Slickdeals.net (http://slickdeals.net/permadeal/26363/Killzone-2-Playstation-3-Game-New-30--Used-25)

[mauchow]

I still have Killzone2(bought it at Best Buy when it was buy it and get another game for like $20 or something, six months ago), haven't played more than five minutes of it yet....

I had too many other games at the same time and it never got any play time. Maybe I need to start it up now.

[Pyser]

thanks!

[mckerney]

http://www.impulsedriven.com/products/ESD-SDS-W224

Use code GC1ULTIMATE99 and Galactic Civ I: Ulimate Edition is $0.99.

[Mustang]

King's Bounty The Legend (PC): $9.90 at GoGamer (http://www.gogamer.com/King-s-Bounty-The-Legend--I--for-PC-All-PC-Games_stcVVproductId32964742VVcatId444774VVviewprod.htm)

Damn... I wanted to try this game, but with my time devoted to Dragon Age, not sure I can handle another one right now.

[Antmeister]

Early deals for games at Impulse:

Galactic Civilization II - Ultimate Edition (PC): $19.99 (http://www.impulsedriven.com/galciv2ul)
Sins of a Solar Empire (PC): $9.99 (http://www.impulsedriven.com/sin)
All Meridian Titles at 60% off (PC) (http://www.impulsedriven.com/publisher/meridian4)
Sword of the Stars Ultimate (PC): $7.50 (http://www.impulsedriven.com/sotsult)
Heroes of Might and Magic V (PC): $9.99 (http://www.impulsedriven.com/homm5tribes)

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

18 different THQ games for $50 total at Steam..............

Steam: THQ Complete Pack, 18 Game Downloads. Company Of Heroes, Frontlines: Fuel Of War, Full Spectrum Warrior, Red Faction, S.T.A.L.K.E.R., Saints Row 2, + more $50 - Slickdeals.net (http://slickdeals.net/permadeal/26879/Steam-THQ-Complete-Pack--18-Game-Downloads--Company-Of-Heroes--Frontlines-Fuel-Of-War--Full-Spectrum-Warrior--Red-Faction--S-T-A-L-K-E-R---Saints-Row-2----more-50)

[Pyser]

left 4 dead 2 is $39 on amazon right now for 360. just ordered. now dont have to go out tomorrow.

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

Madden 10 and FIFA 10 are both $35 over at Amazon DOD right now. From the upcoming deal descriptions, it appears that NHL 10 and NBA 10 will both be getting a price cut as well in the coming hours along with a version of the Need for Speed franchise. (360 and PS3 versions)

[Atocep]

EA store has every PC game from EA 30% off through Monday. Only applies to the US EA store, though.

[Antmeister]

Looks like Steam threw their deals in as well. It appears that they are a set of deals for each day. Tonight's deal has Batman: Arkham Asylum at half off ($24.99) right now and Dragon Age Origins for 25% off ($37.49) and a few more.

Check it out:
Early Holiday Sale (http://store.steampowered.com/early-holiday)

[JonInMiddleGA]

left 4 dead 2 is $39 on amazon right now for 360. just ordered. now dont have to go out tomorrow.

I was gonna post L4D2 for $39 at Gamestop brick & mortar tomorrow but you may have just made it a moot point for us (as my wife is planning to use Amazon for an iPod Touch for the boy shortly anyway). Thanks for the heads up

[Mizzou B-ball fan]

Geez. Was going to post Mario Olympics and Killzone 2 deals at amazon, but they're gone in a flash.

[JonInMiddleGA]

Geez. Was going to post Mario Olympics and Killzone 2 deals at amazon, but they're gone in a flash.

So was the $179 iPod Touch sorry to say :(

Did manage to get L4D2 for $39 and ODST for $47, which was $8 higher than a couple of b&m stores on the latter but ordered anyway since pre-dawn Black Friday crowds aren't worth that little savings.

[Antmeister]

Left 4 Dead available for $37.49
Majesty 2 available for $9.99
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic available for $2.49
and
Dead Space available for $14.99

All at Steam (http://store.steampowered.com/early-holiday)

[DaddyTorgo]

Left 4 Dead available for $37.49
Majesty 2 available for $9.99
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic available for $2.49
and
Dead Space available for $14.99

All at Steam (http://store.steampowered.com/early-holiday)

2.49 for KOTOR?

[rowech]

www.matrixgames.com (http://www.matrixgames.com)

They have their holiday sale going on now. 20-30% off of a lot of games.

[Antmeister]

www.matrixgames.com (http://www.matrixgames.com)

They have their holiday sale going on now. 20-30% off of a lot of games.
Oooooooooooo! Maximum Football V2 is now just $27.99. Never mind. Still too high. :D

[Antmeister]

2.49 for KOTOR?

Survey says......ding ding ding!

[Radii]

www.matrixgames.com (http://www.matrixgames.com)

They have their holiday sale going on now. 20-30% off of a lot of games.

oh hell, Maximum Football for $28, I've been waiting for the price to drop just like this!

[Radii]

Oooooooooooo! Maximum Football V2 is now just $27.99. Never mind. Still too high. :D

dammit!

[FrogMan]

I've never played KoTOR so $2.49 was too good to pass. Will download at some point over the weekend...

FM

[Eaglesfan27]

I've never played KoTOR so $2.49 was too good to pass. Will download at some point over the weekend...

FM

It's one of my favorite games. Very fun story. There are some good mods out there for it as well to make it more challenging if you find it too easy (which many people do.)

[DaddyTorgo]

I've never played KoTOR so $2.49 was too good to pass. Will download at some point over the weekend...

FM

+1

as soon as i fix this problem with my 2nd HD

[Antmeister]

Steam (http://store.steampowered.com/early-holiday) has more sales for today.

Left 4 Dead:Game of the Year Edition is $7.49
Resident Evil 5 is $24.99
Borderlands is $33.49
...and a few others

[Antmeister]

GoGamer (http://www.gogamer.com/48-Hour-Madness_stcVVcatId544567VVviewcat.htm) has some deals in their Black Friday/48 Hour Madness sale as well:

Civ IV Complete (PC): $9.90 [Wow!]
Overlord II (X-Box): $9.90
Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare GOTY (PS3 and X-Box): $24.90

...and many others

[cuervo72]

Steam (http://store.steampowered.com/early-holiday) has more sales for today.

Left 4 Dead:Game of the Year Edition is $7.49
Resident Evil 5 is $24.99
Borderlands is $33.49
...and a few others

City of Heroes® Architect Edition on Steam (http://store.steampowered.com/app/29500/) - $9.99

Which tempts me a bit, as that's less than a month of game time costs plus the edition comes with one of the Booster Packs (usually $10). Not really sure I want to deal with having to set up a Steam account though (especially if I'll be able to find boxes at GameStop for $9.99 when a new box edition comes out).

[DaddyTorgo]

City of Heroes® Architect Edition on Steam (http://store.steampowered.com/app/29500/) - $9.99

Which tempts me a bit, as that's less than a month of game time costs plus the edition comes with one of the Booster Packs (usually $10). Not really sure I want to deal with having to set up a Steam account though (especially if I'll be able to find boxes at GameStop for $9.99 when a new box edition comes out).

there's no hassle to setting up a steam account :confused:

[cuervo72]

I don't know, I've never done it before. I don't really buy many games (with the countless hours I spend playing CoH, really no point), so not really sure I need another place with my info out there or another login to keep track of.

*shurg*

[PineTar]

FYI... you can make your Steam purchases through Paypal.

[stevew]

cause we all know paypal is a guardian of individual security. and never been hacked before.

[PineTar]

Well, I was responding specifically to cuervo's concern about placing his information in the hands of yet *another* online vendor. I'm about 99% sure cuervo already has a PayPal account, as that is the traditional avenue by which we donate for FOxL upkeep.

[cuervo72]

Thanks PT, didn't know that. And yes, I have long been signed up on PayPal.

(CoH back at 19.99 now anyway)

[rjolley]

Dawn of Discovery is $34.99 for the next 21 hours or so during the early holiday sale over at steampowered.com.

[Draft Dodger]

just picked up Mirror's Edge for $5 on steam and Secrets of Monkey Island for $2.50. Can't really pass either up at that price

[Antmeister]

For the next 12 hours, Mass Effect is $5.00 at Direct2Drive (http://www.direct2drive.com/holiday/)
The Political Machine 2008 and Corporate Machine are $1.99 each at Impulse (http://www.impulsedriven.com/explore/onsale/page;1)