Steam Summer Sale 2012 is LIVE!!! (PC games, digital download)

Fallout: New Vegas is a flash deal right now, but if you check Fallout 3 GOTY also shows up with 75% (4.99 total). Just a heads up.

Gonna get both Fallout 3 GOTY and Vegas UE, never got around to playing the expansions on either and loved both games. Amazing deal for $15.

Man, I think I'll bite on Fallout New Vegas! The Ultimate Edition too.

What does everyone think of the X Superbox bundle. Liked Freelancer and Darkstar One a lot, but from quick reading online, it sounds like X series is pretty much a mess unless your main interest is economics and factory building rather than flying around and exploring/dogfighting. Price seems good, but am I right in thinking I won't like it if I'm not into games with a 10 hour learning curve?

Also, in for FO3 (had on console but not the goty) and probably NV tho I got the digital collectors a while back for $30 and never ended up playing it on account of bugs etc.. (which as I understand it are now fixed). Unfortunately, steam now only shows it up as the normal copy so I'm not even sure what I was supposed to get extra for having the Collector's. It shows me as already owning the Ultimate ed. on the store page, but doesn't say I have any of the DLC in library...

I actually liked Fallout 3 over Vegas...probably the minority on this.

Quote from compguy : What does everyone think of the X Superbox bundle. Liked Freelancer and Darkstar One a lot, but from quick reading online, it sounds like X series is pretty much a mess unless your main interest is economics and factory building rather than flying around and exploring/dogfighting. Price seems good, but am I right in thinking I won't like it if I'm not into games with a 10 hour learning curve? Also, in for FO3 (had on console but not the goty) and probably NV tho I got the digital collectors a while back for $30 and never ended up playing it on account of bugs etc.. (which as I understand it are now fixed). Unfortunately, steam now only shows it up as the normal copy so I'm not even sure what I was supposed to get extra for having the Collector's. It shows me as already owning the Ultimate ed. on the store page, but doesn't say I have any of the DLC in library...

My experience only goes up to X3:TC so maybe the recent expansion improved some things but a 10 hour learning curve? More like 30+ hours easy for the basics. It's like having to take a college class in order to play the game and they do a very poor job (at least through X3:TC) of explaining things in the tutorial. I logged over 300 hours and I never even scratched the surface of it's full potential.

The combat is actually one of the better aspects of the game; the dogfights are a lot more fun than Eve online but that's not saying much. Getting a base setup properly literally involves 100's of hours of tedious flying and micro-management. The economy is terrible - everything you want to buy you'll have to supply the raw materials directly to the manufacturer because the AI does minimal trading. Things like gate travel, ship repair, mining etc... will put you to sleep in short order. The missions and main story were beyond lame.

The overall concept is great and it's a lot of fun if you like space sims but it requires patience and a high level of dedication to get anything out of it.

Quote from compguy : Also, in for FO3 (had on console but not the goty) and probably NV tho I got the digital collectors a while back for $30 and never ended up playing it on account of bugs etc.. (which as I understand it are now fixed). Unfortunately, steam now only shows it up as the normal copy so I'm not even sure what I was supposed to get extra for having the Collector's. It shows me as already owning the Ultimate ed. on the store page, but doesn't say I have any of the DLC in library...

So you have an FNV, the "digital collectors", registered on Steam? If so you may already have the DLCs.

The FNV DLCs do not appear separately in the Steam Games Library. They will be offered in-game as a radio broadcast advising that they are "hiring", etc. or and/or a radio signal you have to investigate.

If you want a detailed game and DLC breakdown of what you have installed on Steam go to your accounts page and list your "Licenses and subscriptions".

Also don't try the DLCs until you have "leveled" up some in the base game.

Also, stay away from the Deathclaws until you have a powerfull long range weapon. You ain't gonna outrun those muthers....

FYI for those buying Fallout 3: GOY, be aware that Steam says this (not entirely sure why though)

Notice: Fallout 3 is not optimized for Windows 7

http://store.steampowered.com/app/22370/

Quote from Shroomer : My experience only goes up to X3:TC so maybe the recent expansion improved some things but a 10 hour learning curve? More like 30+ hours easy for the basics. Getting a base setup properly literally involves 100's of hours of tedious flying and micro-management. The economy is terrible - everything you want to buy you'll have to supply the raw materials directly to the manufacturer because the AI does minimal trading. Things like gate travel, ship repair, mining etc... will put you to sleep in short order. The missions and main story were beyond lame. The overall concept is great and it's a lot of fun if you like space sims but it requires patience and a high level of dedication to get anything out of it.

Thanks, I'll skip it then since I'm more into FL/DSO dogfighting and flying/exploration than worrying about controls and busywork. Thanks again for the helpful feedback.

Quote from Muad Dib : So you have an FNV, the "digital collectors", registered on Steam? If so you may already have the DLCs. The FNV DLCs do not appear separately in the Steam Games Library. They will be offered in-game as a radio broadcast advising that they are "hiring", etc. or and/or a radio signal you have to investigate. If you want a detailed game and DLC breakdown of what you have installed on Steam go to your accounts page and list your "Licenses and subscriptions". Also don't try the DLCs until you have "leveled" up some in the base game. Also, stay away from the Deathclaws until you have a powerfull long range weapon. You ain't gonna outrun those muthers....

What's the install size for the Ultimate Edition? I set it to dll and it's saying 6.8gb or so.

Quote from clarkkent06 : FYI for those buying Fallout 3: GOY, be aware that Steam says this (not entirely sure why though) Notice: Fallout 3 is not optimized for Windows 7 http://store.steampowered.com/app/22370/

Meh, that's no real deterrent for anyone who remembers having to configure dos w/in windows to run games. Some of my favorite games aren't optimized for W7, but they still run fine with a little tweaking.

Quote from clarkkent06 : FYI for those buying Fallout 3: GOY, be aware that Steam says this (not entirely sure why though) Notice: Fallout 3 is not optimized for Windows 7 http://store.steampowered.com/app/22370/

I noticed the same and searched around a little before buying

This made me feel better about buying: http://forums.steampowered.com/fo...?t=2811107

Quote from clarkkent06 : FYI for those buying Fallout 3: GOY, be aware that Steam says this (not entirely sure why though) Notice: Fallout 3 is not optimized for Windows 7 http://store.steampowered.com/app/22370/

I played F3 GOTY edition on Win7 64 bit with no problems. Just for reference and lettings others know

Cool, just thought I'd throw it out there since not sure everyone saw it, although it seems to be not a big deal after reading that steam thread

Quote from ninedayfall75 : They bundle a lot of games with video cards, it doesn't mean they suck. I also got Assassin's Creed and Dirt 3 bundled with cards I have bought. The concept of The Ship was great, and if you aren't only into mindless FPS, then the game will be worth the $5 spent on it. For those interested in The Ship, read the reviews and decide for yourself: http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/the-ship

If you liked The Ship, I believe Bloody Good Time [steampowered.com] is made by the same people, and is pretty much the same thing (albeit, not on a ship). It's quite a bit newer, and has better graphics.

It's currently 33% off, and is $3.34. I've been debating whether I should buy it or not. It's cheap, but I've already got so many games to play, thanks to the Steam sale, as well as Humble Bundle, IndieGala, and Indie Royale.

Quote from DemiseAngel : I actually liked Fallout 3 over Vegas...probably the minority on this.

No, fallout 3 is leagues better! New Vegas felt likt an expansion pack, but still very fun.