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aanker · 09-25-14, 07:52 PM

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Is it possible for you to buy the SH4 Gold DVD rather than Steam?

I just bought a SH4 Gold DVD for myself - mostly thinking ahead for the next computer. Initially I bought the D2D digital download and never had a problem, tech support was great when I installed on this newer computer, however D2D has dropped support for SH4 in the future - last I read.

I've tried to help people with modding issues in various posts and it seems that those who used a Steam download had problems. It appears that Steam tries to 'fix' modded installs, and as it 'repairs' the install, it nullifies the mod.

From reading about Steam issues here, it looks like Steam downloads portions of SH4 as they are needed. I'm not sure how Steam works with mods, I do know about the DVD, it may be more expensive, but I think there are fewer issues.

Maybe Steam users have a post regarding how to avoid problems with a Steam install. That would be nice. I know some swear by Steam - I'd like to find out why & how..

Happy Hunting!

PS: I agree with fitzcarraldo, try GFO (Game Fixes Only Mod by Webster)..... outstanding 'starter mod'

09-25-14, 07:52 PM	#7
aanker Pacific Thunder Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Yellow Sea Posts: 1,896 Downloads: 236 Uploads: 14	Welcome aboard : ) Is it possible for you to buy the SH4 Gold DVD rather than Steam? I just bought a SH4 Gold DVD for myself - mostly thinking ahead for the next computer. Initially I bought the D2D digital download and never had a problem, tech support was great when I installed on this newer computer, however D2D has dropped support for SH4 in the future - last I read. I've tried to help people with modding issues in various posts and it seems that those who used a Steam download had problems. It appears that Steam tries to 'fix' modded installs, and as it 'repairs' the install, it nullifies the mod. From reading about Steam issues here, it looks like Steam downloads portions of SH4 as they are needed. I'm not sure how Steam works with mods, I do know about the DVD, it may be more expensive, but I think there are fewer issues. Maybe Steam users have a post regarding how to avoid problems with a Steam install. That would be nice. I know some swear by Steam - I'd like to find out why & how.. Happy Hunting! PS: I agree with fitzcarraldo, try GFO (Game Fixes Only Mod by Webster)..... outstanding 'starter mod' __________________ " Bless those who serve beneath the deep, Through lonely hours their vigil keep. May peace their mission ever be, Protect each one we ask of thee. Bless those at home who wait and pray, For their return by night and day."