Bargain Thread 2012 Edition

Madmarcus · 2012-12-31T07:13:13.000Z

pilonv1:

It’s happening again

http://www.gamersgate.com/DD-TLR/the-last-remnant-tm

94c for The Last Remnant right now.

I can’t think of a better use for 3740 blue coins right now so I’ve picked it up. Another game to add to my backlog.

Gigglemoo · 2012-12-31T07:18:35.000Z

That’s a lot of gaming time for $4.

http://howlongtobeat.com/gamebreakdown.php?gameid=844

tgb123 · 2012-12-31T07:24:33.000Z

I’m seeing $3.74.

Speaking of GamersGate I noticed when I woke up that Risen was $5.00. After coffee I decided the time was right to finally bite, and went back to buy it, only to find it not for sale, but given to me for free in something called a Void Slot (??). Only it doesn’t unlock until mid January(???)

Anyone know what that’s all about?

In other news, Port Royale 3 for $10. Yes or no?

tylertoo · 2012-12-31T07:47:45.000Z

tgb123:

Speaking of GamersGate I noticed when I woke up that Risen was $5.00. After coffee I decided the time was right to finally bite, and went back to buy it, only to find it not for sale, but given to me for free in something called a Void Slot (??). Only it doesn’t unlock until mid January(???)

Anyone know what that’s all about?

You get the game for free in your Void slot, but you are forced to watch some ads each time you boot up (though not in mid-game). Its an odd service that I’m not sure GG is even really pushing anymore, and the ads are for things woefully out of date.

amandachen · 2012-12-31T08:47:24.000Z

Santa in Space bundle ($15)

GOG.com

Download the best classic and new games on Windows, Mac & Linux. A vast selection of titles, DRM-free, with free goodies and 30-day money-back guarantee.

Moonbase Commander
Fragile Allegiance
Nexus: The Jupiter Incident
Star Control 1+2+3
Master of Orion 1+2
Haegemonia Gold Edition
Independence War Deluxe
Independence War 2: Edge of Chaos

tgb123 · 2012-12-31T08:55:27.000Z

tylertoo:

You get the game for free in your Void slot, but you are forced to watch some ads each time you boot up (though not in mid-game). Its an odd service that I’m not sure GG is even really pushing anymore, and the ads are for things woefully out of date.

No wonder AVG threw a hissy fit when I tried to install it. I’d rather pay $5 when it comes down again.

Armiger · 2012-12-31T09:57:25.000Z

Hitman for $20 on Amazon. Looks to be the Steam version. Worth it?

Tciecka · 2012-12-31T10:12:33.000Z

Gigglemoo:

That’s a lot of gaming time for $4.

http://howlongtobeat.com/gamebreakdown.php?gameid=844

This web site is priceless, if only for the ‘Backlog Rate’ stat!

Thanks!

malkav11 · 2012-12-31T10:26:01.000Z

Armiger:

Hitman for $20 on Amazon. Looks to be the Steam version. Worth it?

A) Yes.
B) It’s a Steamworks title, so it’s going to be the Steam version anywhere you buy it.

Kildar · 2012-12-31T10:51:39.000Z

Armiger:

Hitman for $20 on Amazon. Looks to be the Steam version. Worth it?

You might want to hold out until January 1 or January 2. It might be an EC class game in Amazon and you can get it for 15 USD instead.

DeepT · 2012-12-31T11:07:32.000Z

tgb123:

In other news, Port Royale 3 for $10. Yes or no?

I asked about that in the Steam thread because it has a terrible meta-critic score. Someone told me it was a truly horrible game, however PR2 is pretty good and on sale (On steam) for $2.49. Be warned though, PR2 is locked at 1024x768 resolution. I am doing the tutorials still, so I can’t comment on the game too much yet.

Kildar · 2012-12-31T11:15:50.000Z

DeepT:

I asked about that in the Steam thread because it has a terrible meta-critic score. Someone told me it was a truly horrible game, however PR2 is pretty good and on sale (On steam) for $2.49. Be warned though, PR2 is locked at 1024x768 resolution. I am doing the tutorials still, so I can’t comment on the game too much yet.

PR2 is even less now. Its like only $1.74 :)

tgb123 · 2012-12-31T12:15:19.000Z

I read that it didn’t run on systems later than XP, but I guess for less than $2 I can afford to take a chance.

lordkosc · 2012-12-31T12:54:40.000Z

GMGhas Sonic Generations for $5.25 after the 30% code.

and

Cities in Motion Collection for $8.75 after the 30% code.

the 30% off code: GMG30-DPLIM-DN831

Gorath · 2012-12-31T13:55:06.000Z

DeepT:

I asked about that in the Steam thread because it has a terrible meta-critic score. Someone told me it was a truly horrible game, however PR2 is pretty good and on sale (On steam) for $2.49. Be warned though, PR2 is locked at 1024x768 resolution. I am doing the tutorials still, so I can’t comment on the game too much yet.

The German reviews I’ve seen say PR3 is actually pretty good (-> scores consistently in the low 80s). There’s just not much reason to buy the new game if you already have Patrician 4 or are happy PR2’s graphics.

Nesrie · 2012-12-31T16:21:41.000Z

Gorath:

The German reviews I’ve seen say PR3 is actually pretty good (-> scores consistently in the low 80s). There’s just not much reason to buy the new game if you already have Patrician 4 or are happy PR2’s graphics.

That’s the biggest issue with those two series, very little is ever changed or updated.

Profanicus · 2012-12-31T16:31:06.000Z

Gorath:

The German reviews I’ve seen say PR3 is actually pretty good (-> scores consistently in the low 80s). There’s just not much reason to buy the new game if you already have Patrician 4 or are happy PR2’s graphics.

I am interested in a trading game, and Patrician 4 is at 75% off as well, so which is the best if you don’t have PR2, PR3, or Patrician 4?

Gorath · 2012-12-31T19:29:46.000Z

Profanicus:

I am interested in a trading game, and Patrician 4 is at 75% off as well, so which is the best if you don’t have PR2, PR3, or Patrician 4?

I don’t feel qualified to answer this, because I haven’t touched a trade game in years.

habibi · 2013-01-01T00:34:53.000Z

Kildar:

You might want to hold out until January 1 or January 2. It might be an EC class game in Amazon and you can get it for 15 USD instead.

What does EC class mean?

Papageno · 2013-01-01T00:39:03.000Z

EC=Editors’ Choice