Funyarinpa
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Hotline Miami maybe?
Does anybody have any recommendations for something like System Shock 2 (preferably sci-fi)
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GoG Summer Sale 2015
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Hotline Miami maybe?
Does anybody have any recommendations for something like System Shock 2 (preferably sci-fi)
SmiteOfHand
Member
Not currently, but Crimzon Clover has gone on sale a few times.
http://www.gog.com/game/crimzon_clover_world_ignition
Grimrock 2 is a goddamned revelation compared to the first, and I liked the first! It's too bad that it didn't sell all that well.
That's quite a deal.
autoduelist
Member
I'd recommend people get $20 worth of GOG games and the first two free games, then just waiting on a better price for xenonauts.
that said, I suppose if you only want xenonauts and must have it today, that's a good deal?
terrisus
Member
There is a continuous story that goes from 6-> 7 -> 8, you can even import your party across the 3 games. But it's not necessary no.
Jag
Member
Just finished Grimrock 2. It's a great game, but damn some of those puzzles were way to hard to beat without a walkthrough. Maybe I'm soft and dumb, but I didn't feel bad cheesing through some of those really hard ones.
SmiteOfHand
Member
autoduelist
Member
The Ultima bundle right now is an absolute steal.
I beat many of them back in the day [including the first], and while the early ones [especially the first] are archaic, going through the games is like reliving the history of crpgs. IV being an absolute masterpiece, a revolution of what games can be as you strive to be an Avatar -- which means your every decision is weighed against what it means to be human, what's right, what's wrong... things other games don't even give a second thought to, like looting houses of friendly villagers.
Truly, truly a must play game, moreso than any other i can think of [even if it's not my favorite game of all time].
The early ones, while being more archaic, aren't huge time sinks either.
Plus you get the underworlds, which are straight up dungeon crawls.
These games are worth your money. Absolutely, positively. If you have the ability to play and learn older games, do so for these. They are also far more accessible than going back to some of the old drpgs like Wizardry; Ultimas are more about overworld exploration, have towns, cool magic systems, etc.
It didn't sell that well? That's a shame. How do we know that?
Of course, I'm part of the problem -- I bought the first Day 1 and played it immediately (even broke out the graph paper to map it myself for the first time in ages)... but didn't buy #2 till it went on sale during this gog event. I know i should have bought it day 1 because I'm the demographic for it but having a kid changes things.
I beat many of them back in the day [including the first], and while the early ones [especially the first] are archaic, going through the games is like reliving the history of crpgs. IV being an absolute masterpiece, a revolution of what games can be as you strive to be an Avatar -- which means your every decision is weighed against what it means to be human, what's right, what's wrong... things other games don't even give a second thought to, like looting houses of friendly villagers.
Truly, truly a must play game, moreso than any other i can think of [even if it's not my favorite game of all time].
The early ones, while being more archaic, aren't huge time sinks either.
Plus you get the underworlds, which are straight up dungeon crawls.
These games are worth your money. Absolutely, positively. If you have the ability to play and learn older games, do so for these. They are also far more accessible than going back to some of the old drpgs like Wizardry; Ultimas are more about overworld exploration, have towns, cool magic systems, etc.
It didn't sell that well? That's a shame. How do we know that?
Of course, I'm part of the problem -- I bought the first Day 1 and played it immediately (even broke out the graph paper to map it myself for the first time in ages)... but didn't buy #2 till it went on sale during this gog event. I know i should have bought it day 1 because I'm the demographic for it but having a kid changes things.
HamsterExAstris
Member
If it didn't work, contact support. They're pretty good about trying to help. And they'll give you a refund if they can't help you get it working (unlike Steam where you're SOL).
Thanks - I will!
Thanks, picked it up!
terrisus
Member
Agreed, the Ultima games are amazing. I bought them all at full price and they were well worth it. At the sale price, they are bargain and an absolute must buy.
It was on sale as part of the Lucasarts bundle on the first day.
zero shift
Banned
How does Crimzon Clover compare to the likes of Raiden and Touhou Project?
The GoG email promised it would go on sale at one point for -75%. Be patient.
The soundtrack is not as good but the gameplay is amazing. It's one of my favourite Cave-games* and is just wild.
*)not actually made by Cave
Well worth your money.
Nikodemos
Member
Well, the base game was deeply discounted earlier during the sale, but its expansions weren't, and by that point I had already blown through about 80% of my allotted monthly game purchase budget.
EDIT: For people cross-shopping with the current Steam sale, GOG has some things for less. Sunless Sea, for instance, is €14.24 on Steam, but €10.49 on GOG. And Broken Age is almost half the Steam price.
EDIT x2: Oh, and bought the Tex Murphy pack. Or, rather, Tesla Effect for 82% off since I already own the rest.
zero shift
Banned
Can I insert my own music to the soundtrack?
Hmm, let's see if it pops up in the Steam sale then.
No clue, would have to check when I get home in 10 hours or so
FrontalMonk
Banned
does anyone know when the gog summer sale is ending? I'm like 3 bucks away from a free xenonauts, and I want it but I don't want to overpay for something that will come in on a daily deal.
Edit: nvm, just saw it ends 6/21. plenty of time.
Edit: nvm, just saw it ends 6/21. plenty of time.
cj_iwakura
Member
Jumped on The Last Express, was waiting for too long.
Was on the fence about Trails in the Sky since I own the PSP version. Hoping for some TIE Fighter love soon.
Was on the fence about Trails in the Sky since I own the PSP version. Hoping for some TIE Fighter love soon.
Strategy fans: grab Lords of the Realm II when it goes on sale again (included in the Royal Edition).
It's a great Turn Based/Real Time hybrid where the socioeconomic aspect is turn based and the battles themselves are in real time. You have to balance public favor and ruling counties with building an army and conquering the counrty. It's a bit ahead of its time (its closest analogue being the Total War series) and a hell of a lot of fun. It's even got multiplayer!
Should have posted this when it was first on sale, but I didn't even think about it as I already own both the original and GOG release. Can't beat it for $1.99.
It's a great Turn Based/Real Time hybrid where the socioeconomic aspect is turn based and the battles themselves are in real time. You have to balance public favor and ruling counties with building an army and conquering the counrty. It's a bit ahead of its time (its closest analogue being the Total War series) and a hell of a lot of fun. It's even got multiplayer!
Should have posted this when it was first on sale, but I didn't even think about it as I already own both the original and GOG release. Can't beat it for $1.99.
I got it when it was on sale, looking forward to trying it out!
Now playing Simon the Sorcerer which is freaking amazing and so funny. Only downside with it is that there is a bit too much stupid pixel-hunting.
autoduelist
Member
playing Zafehouse: Diaries right now.
Hmm. It's interesting. You've got 5 survivors in a town -- and you need to manage them all against zombies. Searching, barricading, patrolling, cooking, etc... moving from house to house, trying to find supplies, trying not to make too much noise. Several variants -- endless play, find/fix/fuel a car, etc.
Perhaps one of the coolest and/or most annoying aspects is dealing with interpersonal relations. Different characters may rub each other the wrong way... you can manage this somewhat through giving them more 'background'... ie, a rumor that someone wrote a book popular with a certain demographic might increase his/her standing with others. Putting people on the same task that hate each other can cause problems.
It's kind of cool. Interface has some issues... although ultimately my biggest issue is there isn't enough numbers in my face. I generally know that if my group is well armed they're safe, but it's hard to know exactly what odds/risks you can safely take. I suppose that's true about zombie outbreaks in general, though. I'm not sure if barricading is buggy or if i just don't understand something, but I definitely wasn't getting something -- it didn't seem like the numbers of windows/doors being locked up matched the status screen.
Overall... recommended to give a try if it sounds appealing. It's not perfect, but it's a good try at a zombie/town/survival sim. You'll at least get a good game or two out of it, deciding whether it's for you or not. (I was doing really well in one game, securing buildings as I went, stockpiling nice gear... then got impatient and died storming a police station. Part of the issue is ammo consumption - if you're clearing zombies around your house with bullets, it's just going to bring more to you. But it's also important to snipe zombies around buildings you're considering entering.
Hmm. It's interesting. You've got 5 survivors in a town -- and you need to manage them all against zombies. Searching, barricading, patrolling, cooking, etc... moving from house to house, trying to find supplies, trying not to make too much noise. Several variants -- endless play, find/fix/fuel a car, etc.
Perhaps one of the coolest and/or most annoying aspects is dealing with interpersonal relations. Different characters may rub each other the wrong way... you can manage this somewhat through giving them more 'background'... ie, a rumor that someone wrote a book popular with a certain demographic might increase his/her standing with others. Putting people on the same task that hate each other can cause problems.
It's kind of cool. Interface has some issues... although ultimately my biggest issue is there isn't enough numbers in my face. I generally know that if my group is well armed they're safe, but it's hard to know exactly what odds/risks you can safely take. I suppose that's true about zombie outbreaks in general, though. I'm not sure if barricading is buggy or if i just don't understand something, but I definitely wasn't getting something -- it didn't seem like the numbers of windows/doors being locked up matched the status screen.
Overall... recommended to give a try if it sounds appealing. It's not perfect, but it's a good try at a zombie/town/survival sim. You'll at least get a good game or two out of it, deciding whether it's for you or not. (I was doing really well in one game, securing buildings as I went, stockpiling nice gear... then got impatient and died storming a police station. Part of the issue is ammo consumption - if you're clearing zombies around your house with bullets, it's just going to bring more to you. But it's also important to snipe zombies around buildings you're considering entering.
zero shift
Banned
Man when is Crimzon Clover going to be on sale again?
I think I may purchase Raiden III to satisfy my shoot-em-up itch.
I think I may purchase Raiden III to satisfy my shoot-em-up itch.
cj_iwakura
Member
Elminage Gothic is definitely the highlight here. Insane amount of content. The only flaw is that it's a THAC0 DC if that's not your thing(very obtuse mechanics, but you'll get there), and that they didn't translate the monster bios(nitpick, but still, do it all or don't bother).
Outside of that, it does a lot of things right that a lot of JDCs don't. It has dungeon-specific music, for one, thank god. And the art is stellar.
Outside of that, it does a lot of things right that a lot of JDCs don't. It has dungeon-specific music, for one, thank god. And the art is stellar.
vagabondarts
Member
Seconding the Elminage recommendation. THAC0 for life.
Just beat Simon the Sorcerer which I picked up in this sale. I have owned it physically since forever, but just now got around to play it, and what an amazing game. I very much recommend this game for every fan of the old Lucasarts-classics like Monkey Island, as this game is definitely made in that same spirit. It might not be as good as those, but it treats similar subject matters as the Kings Quest-games, and feel better than all of them. Very much recommended!
terrisus
Member
A heads-up for anyone who missed it before, that Shadowgate is currently on sale on GOG
At $2.29, it's an absolute must-buy
Seriousy, after this I expect everyone on GAF to own this >.>
If you want the Special Edition, that's also on sale for $4.99
I put over $200 into the Kickstarter, and it was worth every penny.
At that price, it's an absolute must-buy.
Dave, Karl, and the people over at Zojoi are all great.
Do your part to encourage more games in the Shadowgate series! Show it love!
At $2.29, it's an absolute must-buy
Seriousy, after this I expect everyone on GAF to own this >.>
If you want the Special Edition, that's also on sale for $4.99
I put over $200 into the Kickstarter, and it was worth every penny.
At that price, it's an absolute must-buy.
Dave, Karl, and the people over at Zojoi are all great.
Do your part to encourage more games in the Shadowgate series! Show it love!
BuckRobotron
Member
Just popped in here out of curiosity and surprised to hear that they have Indiana Jones and the Emperor's Tomb available.
I was recently itching to revisit that having enjoyed it on Xbox way back when.
I was recently itching to revisit that having enjoyed it on Xbox way back when.
Dice
Pokémon Parentage Conspiracy Theorist
It's more in the Touhou school but more beautiful/less generic.
I still need to get around to playing this sometime.
terrisus
Member
Just thought you'd want to know that you sold me on this. I don't even really know what it is but the blurb sounded good.
terrisus
Member
MrFortyFive
Member
And the finale is on. Everything minus a couple games is back on sale (notably missing is Divinity: Original Sin). Tales from the Borderlands made its debut on GOG today too.
Funyarinpa
Member
Bought Alpha Centauri.
GoG gifted Sim City 2000.
DO YOU HAVE ANY IDEA WHAT YOU HAVE DONE TO ME
GOG is the cruelest kindness.
GoG gifted Sim City 2000.
DO YOU HAVE ANY IDEA WHAT YOU HAVE DONE TO ME
GOG is the cruelest kindness.