OS Steam and Computer Gaming Thread

[Phobia]

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For any of you guys that like retro gaming. The original Fallout is being given away free on GOG.com for the next 48 hours. There is a widescreen high resolution fix for it as well (just do a quick search on the internet or check out the GOG.com forums for help locating it). One of the great old school rpg's ever.

Also, there is a free wing commander game that was redone by fans based on the Freespace 2 engine. It is called Wing Commander: Darkest Dawn, it has 55 missions and is a prequel to the Wing Commander III game, so it is an original game in a sense. It looks really good and is absolutely free. Check it out.

PC gaming is awesome.

Thanks a bunch Choadler! I am very surprised it is even Vista or win 7 compatible!

[mestevo]

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I've found I've grown too shallow for retro gaming anymore...

I was going to pick up a digital copy of Diablo II after playing through the beta for III a dozen times. I remember owning it before, and getting stuck very early on multiple times as I hit points where my hero's power was much less than the enemies I was facing at that point... saw a couple screenshots, was sceptical it looked so bad... youtubed it... closed the window and didn't look back.

It's almost as if a game when loading, if it doesn't make my 5870 and i7 920 do some stretching exercises in anticipation of it running, I have little interest in the game anymore with few exceptions.

[Phobia]

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I've found I've grown too shallow for retro gaming anymore...

I was going to pick up a digital copy of Diablo II after playing through the beta for III a dozen times. I remember owning it before, and getting stuck very early on multiple times as I hit points where my hero's power was much less than the enemies I was facing at that point... saw a couple screenshots, was sceptical it looked so bad... youtubed it... closed the window and didn't look back.

It's almost as if a game when loading, if it doesn't make my 5870 and i7 920 do some stretching exercises in anticipation of it running, I have little interest in the game anymore with few exceptions.

I am too, to a extent. But not entirely, depending on the game. Our minds tend to over rate games from our past and childhood when in today standards are only subpar. There is key games that stand the test of time. Mike Tyson's Punch Out, X-Com, Fallout, Hitman Blood Money, Max Payne 2 and I am sure several others you could think of. I went back and played through Hitman blood money again and it was just as good now as it was then.

[mestevo]

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Yeah, with some the art lends to their charm. Tribes 1 is probably another good one that fits in that category, Punch Out which you mentioned is a fantastic example. A simple remake I don't think would go over so well. Players now can't simple 'flash' and punch you.

My memory of Diablo was that it looked nice at the time and was kinda fun. Playing other games for half a decade and applying that same memory to it now results in... well... an unfavorable impression.

[choadler]

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I've found I've grown too shallow for retro gaming anymore...

I was going to pick up a digital copy of Diablo II after playing through the beta for III a dozen times. I remember owning it before, and getting stuck very early on multiple times as I hit points where my hero's power was much less than the enemies I was facing at that point... saw a couple screenshots, was sceptical it looked so bad... youtubed it... closed the window and didn't look back.

It's almost as if a game when loading, if it doesn't make my 5870 and i7 920 do some stretching exercises in anticipation of it running, I have little interest in the game anymore with few exceptions.

I agree to a certain extent. However, the infinity engines that grace Baldur's Gate Series, IceWind Dale, Fallout, and Planescape hold up very well and are still loads of fun.

Also very excited for the Baldur's Gate enhanced edition. Going to be watching that closely.

[MachoMyers]

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I was going to build my own PC and then I looked at the PC games I've been playing lately. Pretty much only sports text Sims, Fallout, Baldurs Gate, Sim City 2000, with some Civ and XCom thrown in. I should be good for a bit. Retro gaming rules!

[luv_mist]

Since all the hoopla about what M$ and $ony are trying to do, I've decided that I might be a heavier of gamer now as compared to before. I did build my computer. Got a cheap download for Batman:AC. Looking forward to playing it. Shouldn't really be thinking about it that much since I'm at the hospital for birthing but I'm anticipating.

Waiting to see if I could eventually scoop NBA 2K12. Don't have anytime to game it seems. Just finally bought a receiver for the 360 controller. They don't even sell them in stores it seems now. Weird honestly. I guess I'm going to be making a smooth transition.


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[Gotmadskillzson]

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I don't remember them ever selling receivers for the 360 controller in store, I always saw it online only.

[WTF]

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Best Buy and Meijer carry them. I've saw them at Walmart once in a blue moon.

[CaptainZombie]

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Yea I was doing more research and it looks like I am just going to go with the Logitech MK550



Also do you ever notice any interference with your wireless internet from the 360 wireless adapter? I seen some complaints with that.

It looks like I'll need to look at getting a new keybd/mouse with the computer in the other room I can't get enough range. I was reading the Logitech Mk710 offers about 30 feet in range. I have no issues with the 360 controller working off the receiver with no lag from the other room so I think this might work.

I don't remember them ever selling receivers for the 360 controller in store, I always saw it online only.

I don't think BBY sells the receivers individually, can't recall if they ever had them by themselves.

How many 360 controllers can you run off of one receiver? If I wanted to play NBA 2K12 with my son, can we use 2 360 controllers off the one receiver?

BTW, that Amazon spring sale has GTA 4 for $5.....thinking of getting it to try and run those insane mods.

[luv_mist]

I think it's able to run 4 controllers. They sell the controllers with the receiver but I already have two good working controllers. What I want to know is if I can get a battery swapped or something. I think I'll use the Duracell rechargeable batteries I have around the house.

Does that GTA have the downloadable stuff with it? Sounds pretty good. DA BULLS!!

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[CaptainZombie]

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I think it's able to run 4 controllers. They sell the controllers with the receiver but I already have two good working controllers. What I want to know is if I can get a battery swapped or something. I think I'll use the Duracell rechargeable batteries I have around the house.

Does that GTA have the downloadable stuff with it? Sounds pretty good. DA BULLS!!

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Thanks Luv, good to know it can handle up to 4.

GTA IV is without the expansions.

[Phobia]

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@Capt - Yea I looked heavy at range because my distance from TV to bed (its in master bed room, so I can game laying down in comfort and give the fiancee the living room TV) is about 10 foot. The MK550 and MK710 both have 30 foot of range, so I figure that is perfect.

I am honestly looking forward to FIFA 12 on PC. That will be my first purchase. I have a ton of games on my PC as it is, but will be slowly making all my new purchases on it rather than the consoles.

Off topic
I am on Chapter 14 of Mafia 2 on PC. For 4 bucks it was a steal, it has been a great game. Fun gun fights, excellent mob story, and pretty graphics.

I have Alpha Protocol, BorderLands, Far Cry2, and ARMA 2 waiting in the wings to be finished also. I think I am going to start on ARMA 2 next and really work on beating the campaigns.

[CaptainZombie]

@Capt - Yea I looked heavy at range because my distance from TV to bed (its in master bed room, so I can game laying down in comfort and give the fiancee the living room TV) is about 10 foot. The MK550 and MK710 both have 30 foot of range, so I figure that is perfect.

I am honestly looking forward to FIFA 12 on PC. That will be my first purchase. I have a ton of games on my PC as it is, but will be slowly making all my new purchases on it rather than the consoles.

Off topic
I am on Chapter 14 of Mafia 2 on PC. For 4 bucks it was a steal, it has been a great game. Fun gun fights, excellent mob story, and pretty graphics.

I have Alpha Protocol, BorderLands, Far Cry2, and ARMA 2 waiting in the wings to be finished also. I think I am going to start on ARMA 2 next and really work on beating the campaigns.

Phobia, does the 550 go as far as 30 feet? Anyway you can test for me whenever you get a chance?

Btw, amazon has FIFA 12 for $20 right now on sale.

[Phobia]

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Phobia, does the 550 go as far as 30 feet? Anyway you can test for me whenever you get a chance?

Btw, amazon has FIFA 12 for $20 right now on sale.

Check out this link. It says 30 feet and reviews the top boards.

http://wireless-keyboard-and-mouse-review.toptenreviews.com/

550 ranks 5th and 710 ranks 3rd.