Steam purchase or disks?

macjim · 07-13-16, 07:26 PM

I have used digital downloads for over a decade with no problems. It's really the same as having a disk. Just that the disc is stored on a server somewhere. GamersGate offers all the SH games. I bought SH3, SH4 and SH5 there, as a bundle for $9. When ever I have needed help I get a real person that gives me attention. I'm pleased.

Steam is massive. Some people have difficulties and you are not as likely to get any help. Fortunately most transactions are trouble free. But write your password down somewhere, I forgot mine once and was locked out of my steam account for 6 months. Wasn't happy.

Oh and I understand that some mods will not work with steam. For example the steam version of SH5 does not support the TDW generic patcher and therefore wont work with the Wolves of Steel Mega Mod.

Summary: I trust several digital download companies but not steam.

Ausprey · 07-13-16, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by macjim

Oh and I understand that some mods will not work with steam. For example the steam version of SH5 does not support the TDW generic patcher and therefore wont work with the Wolves of Steel Mega Mod.

Summary: I trust several digital download companies but not steam.

I have a Steam account and checked the forums regarding SH, a lot of ppl were unhappy with their purchase through Steam, is why I opted to purchase the actual disks for SH 3,4 & 5, I guess my real concern was i disadvantaged in any way purchasing the disks, it seems not so thx for your reply, cheers

Reece · 07-13-16, 07:47 PM

Steam sucks!!!

Sailor Steve · 07-13-16, 07:57 PM

After I got my first copy of SH4 I tried to buy the 1.5 upgrade through Steam. They refused to sell it to me. This was eight years ago and they wouldn't sell outside the United States. Who knew that Utah was a foreign country? Well, now that I think about it...

In truth the girl I talked to on the phone did everything she could to help me, so I'd rate their customer service pretty highly. I later got a full copy, on disc, and that's the way I always go now.

Ausprey · 07-13-16, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Sailor Steve

After I got my first copy of SH4 I tried to buy the 1.5 upgrade through Steam. They refused to sell it to me. This was eight years ago and they wouldn't sell outside the United States. Who knew that Utah was a foreign country? Well, now that I think about it...

In truth the girl I talked to on the phone did everything she could to help me, so I'd rate their customer service pretty highly. I later got a full copy, on disc, and that's the way I always go now.

Utah.. where's that, just kidding, yeah Steam can be good at times.
Cheers

Jimbuna · 07-14-16, 05:45 AM

Disc, every time.

Mike Abberton · 07-14-16, 08:36 AM

For a game I want to use mods with (like SH), I prefer a disk or a standalone digital download (like from Amazon). I had trouble with Steam trying to patch/repair a SH install, which I think was due to a mod being installed.

For a game which I do not intend to install mods, I have no problem with Steam. The prices are usually good (especially if you can resist getting a brand new game and wait for a sale), and I have a stable internet connection so no trouble staying on line.

Mike

Ausprey · 07-15-16, 06:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Jimbuna

Disc, every time.

Thx, seems like I made the right choice

07-13-16, 07:26 PM	#1
macjim Sailor man Join Date: Mar 2015 Posts: 47 Downloads: 23 Uploads: 0	Steam is HUGE I have used digital downloads for over a decade with no problems. It's really the same as having a disk. Just that the disc is stored on a server somewhere. GamersGate offers all the SH games. I bought SH3, SH4 and SH5 there, as a bundle for $9. When ever I have needed help I get a real person that gives me attention. I'm pleased. Steam is massive. Some people have difficulties and you are not as likely to get any help. Fortunately most transactions are trouble free. But write your password down somewhere, I forgot mine once and was locked out of my steam account for 6 months. Wasn't happy. Oh and I understand that some mods will not work with steam. For example the steam version of SH5 does not support the TDW generic patcher and therefore wont work with the Wolves of Steel Mega Mod. Summary: I trust several digital download companies but not steam. __________________ macjim

07-13-16, 07:47 PM	#3
Reece CINC Pacific Fleet Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Down Under Posts: 34,798 Downloads: 171 Uploads: 0	Steam sucks!!! __________________ *Sub captains go down with their ship!*

07-13-16, 07:57 PM	#4
Sailor Steve Eternal Patrol Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: High in the mountains of Utah Posts: 50,369 Downloads: 745 Uploads: 249	After I got my first copy of SH4 I tried to buy the 1.5 upgrade through Steam. They refused to sell it to me. This was eight years ago and they wouldn't sell outside the United States. Who knew that Utah was a foreign country? Well, now that I think about it... In truth the girl I talked to on the phone did everything she could to help me, so I'd rate their customer service pretty highly. I later got a full copy, on disc, and that's the way I always go now. __________________ “Never do anything you can't take back.” —Rocky Russo

07-14-16, 05:45 AM	#6
Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 190,964 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	Disc, every time. __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!!

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07-14-16, 08:36 AM	#7
Mike Abberton Electrician's Mate Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 135 Downloads: 42 Uploads: 0	For a game I want to use mods with (like SH), I prefer a disk or a standalone digital download (like from Amazon). I had trouble with Steam trying to patch/repair a SH install, which I think was due to a mod being installed. For a game which I do not intend to install mods, I have no problem with Steam. The prices are usually good (especially if you can resist getting a brand new game and wait for a sale), and I have a stable internet connection so no trouble staying on line. Mike