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mightbe
10-05-2009, 05:54 PM
UPDATE: A few oft asked questions about the PC version answered below!
What ports to forward (http://portforward.com/):
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28900
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28902 - seems like this needs to be open too.
A list of .ini tweaks:
http://gbxforums.gearboxsoftware.com/showthread.php?t=79043
I strongly suggest disabling movies and in-game voice (and using vent/skype as a replacement).
Original Post:
If you haven't yet joined the CoG Steam group (http://www.colonyofgamers.com/cogforums/showthread.php?p=379501), get on that shit.
Now if you're going to be hitting the 'lands via PC, chat in here and put together some launch day foursomes. After that we'll just love on eachother via steam friends and keep our RPG FPS community going strong.
If someone starts a 360 B-lands players thread lemme know and I'll link to it here.
This should be a good resource for folks deciding between the two versions if they want Cogger company.
I'll likely be playing all night on release night and I've got a pre-order via Steam (http://store.steampowered.com/app/8980/).
violent
10-05-2009, 05:55 PM
I'll be there once I buy a PC. I hear there's a lot of cool games on that console.
Rogue_hunter
10-05-2009, 05:58 PM
I'll be there, as if there was ever any question.
Wackman3000
10-05-2009, 06:03 PM
PC for me, but you guys already knew that. :)
I have a feeling when this game releases you won't be hard up to find a squad to join every night, on either console.
axion
10-05-2009, 06:04 PM
I like Borderlands.
Jackel
10-05-2009, 06:17 PM
PC Borderlands has been pre-ordered. Count me in!
Codicier
10-05-2009, 06:28 PM
PC for me. The requirements listed on Steam are pretty low.
(I have a single core processor but a Radeon 4850 card and it looks like Borderlands is much heavier on the gfx card, which is nice. Still need to upgrade for Dragon Age though. =/ )
MelbaToast
10-05-2009, 06:37 PM
I'll be there on the PC.
Voodoo
10-05-2009, 07:26 PM
After having played this game so much at PAX, I been having weeks of withdraw.
LiquidRain
10-05-2009, 07:52 PM
I'll be outta town on launch week, but count me in once I'm back. I guess we'll see how the level gap works out. :)
hunterx280
10-06-2009, 01:34 AM
I pre-ordered my copy on Steam earlier today. I'm down and most of you who have posted so far are already on my friends list. Just shoot me an invite if you see me online.
Spectre-7
10-06-2009, 02:00 AM
Hmmm... seems I'm alone in being entirely unaroused by this game. I wish you all many happy hours of gaming. :(
Dukefrukem
10-06-2009, 06:24 AM
I will also be on PC... landin' it up on my fucking dominating PC. It's great to finally play games that you've been waiting to play for months......
Ravenlock
10-06-2009, 08:57 AM
I haven't put in my preorder yet, but I will be soon, so I'm in. :)
Troggles
10-06-2009, 08:59 AM
I probably won't grab it for a couple weeks after release, but I'll be having it for sure.
spcialk
10-07-2009, 12:25 PM
I'll get it on release day. See you there.
crazyD
10-07-2009, 12:32 PM
Any word on a demo? I'd like to try it out before I buy.
muddi900
10-07-2009, 01:32 PM
waiting for Steam end of year sale.
OrangePulp
10-10-2009, 03:02 PM
It's in a 4-pack now, for $33.75, same as L4D2. Maybe we could get someone that isn't lazy like me, to frontpage it or something? Seems like good news for a lot of people (if they haven't preordered already).
LiquidRain
10-10-2009, 03:03 PM
Aww dammit I already paid for a copy.
NotJeff
10-10-2009, 03:08 PM
Aww dammit I already paid for a copy.
tashi and I are both willing to be in a group, looking for 2 more. PM me or come to IRC. I'm willing to collect the money via paypal if need be but I'll require prepay.
GROUP 0: [Closed, games sent]
NotJeff [PAID]
Tashi [PAID]
Ravenlock [PAID]
crazyD [PAID]
J Arcane
10-10-2009, 03:09 PM
I think I can spare the bread for a copy at that price. I'll have to consult with my money men, I might also be able to fund a second copy as well for my roommate.
I'll get back to y'all.
Ravenlock
10-10-2009, 03:15 PM
Oooo, hell yes on the 4-pack. I didn't preorder my copy yet, if there are 3 other CoG'ers who want to do this thing, I am in like Flint. (EDIT: PM sent, NotJeff.)
Wasson_
10-10-2009, 03:17 PM
I will most likely also get this computer program that serves as a means of cooperative internet entertainment.
crazyD
10-10-2009, 03:25 PM
How's the payment work out? Through Paypal or something? I'd be down for a 4 pack through Steam.
NotJeff
10-10-2009, 03:27 PM
Group #0 is open again, one dropped out. PM or IRC, please.
And closed again.
Wasson_
10-10-2009, 03:34 PM
if someone fills up NotJeff's group I think I'd be willing to start up another 4group purchase.**
Shieldmaiden
10-10-2009, 03:37 PM
Oooo, hell yes on the 4-pack. I didn't preorder my copy yet, if there are 3 other CoG'ers who want to do this thing, I am in like Flint. (EDIT: PM sent, NotJeff.)
I believe you mean in like Flynn. (http://www.phrases.org.uk/meanings/198700.html) :D
J Arcane
10-10-2009, 03:40 PM
I'd be down for two copies (one for me, one for the roommate). I really want this game, but this is the only way I think I can afford it right now.
NotJeff
10-10-2009, 04:18 PM
I sent copies to tashi, crazyD, and Ravenlock. Thanks, guys.
crazyD
10-10-2009, 04:19 PM
Good to go! Thanks a lot!
Ravenlock
10-10-2009, 04:24 PM
I believe you mean in like Flynn. (http://www.phrases.org.uk/meanings/198700.html) :D
In fact I do not, I was referring to the spy spoof movie (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0061810/) which was itself playing off of the phrase "in like Flynn." But I'm glad you got part of the reference. ;)
Shieldmaiden
10-10-2009, 04:28 PM
In fact I do not, I was referring to the spy spoof movie (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0061810/) which was itself playing off of the phrase "in like Flynn." But I'm glad you got part of the reference. ;)
I must admit, until I read the page I linked, I didn't know about the movie. That said, neither do most people who incorrectly say "in like Flint" when they mean "in like Flynn." ;)
Hey, it's all cool. No-one's saying "I could care less."
mightbe
10-10-2009, 04:55 PM
Oh, I'm looking for a spot as well. Or three others. PM me if interested.
Ravenlock
10-10-2009, 05:00 PM
Hey, it's all cool. No-one's saying "I could care less."
Indeed, sir. Indeed.
Crittias
10-10-2009, 05:33 PM
Preordered. I look forward to trying this game out.
mightbe
10-10-2009, 05:45 PM
Wasson, J Arcanex2 and I have a four pack going.
Wasson_
10-10-2009, 05:48 PM
Cool Beans, everything should be in order.
mightbe
10-10-2009, 05:59 PM
purchased and sent out!
J Arcane
10-10-2009, 06:01 PM
Woo!
I think I'm more excited about this game than any other game I've seen coming out this year (except Batman but we have that already).
Wackman3000
10-10-2009, 06:48 PM
If there is still a copy available I'd like to get in on a group, or let's start another if possible.
Ten19
10-10-2009, 07:20 PM
Count me in for a group. Is Steam going to do this for every big game now? :D
crazyD
10-10-2009, 07:46 PM
Count me in for a group. Is Steam going to do this for every big game now? :D
Well, it's a great idea for coop focused games, that's for sure. I was wishy washy about this one, but this sold me.
axion
10-10-2009, 08:15 PM
Me want group too! Wack, 1019 and I?
Shjinta
10-10-2009, 08:25 PM
Count me in for the PC group. I'll be preordering from Steam sometime next week.
Count me in for another group for two people. I'll let you folks decide and I'll pay you.
Ten19
10-11-2009, 01:54 AM
Me want group too! Wack, 1019 and I?
Works for me. Who's handling the buy and who wants the last spot?
BLeeP
10-11-2009, 02:02 AM
Alright, I'll try again in the correct thread:
Kat and I are going in on this four pack and I need two more peoples to fill it up. I see there is other action going on ahead of me, so lets make sure that those people get a full groups first. As soon as that happens, though, lets do this!
muddi900
10-11-2009, 02:17 AM
I might be interested. Payment method?
Seika
10-11-2009, 03:03 AM
I'm also interested in the four-pack deal, what is the payment method you guys will use?
I'm sure people can vouch for me, I've been a part of the COG Steam group from the beginning, and was part of the EvAv Group when it started. :)
BLeeP
10-11-2009, 03:21 AM
I'm also interested in the four-pack deal, what is the payment method you guys will use?
I'm sure people can vouch for me, I've been a part of the COG Steam group from the beginning, and was part of the EvAv Group when it started. :)
Basically one guy is the money guy, and everyone paypals him $33.75. He then buys the four pack on Steam and then gifts it to the other 3 people.
Lon Lon Rabbit
10-11-2009, 03:36 AM
I was still trying to decide if I wanted this on PC or 360 but if I can get in on a four pack that will definitely swing it.
Let me know if there's any spaces.
Seika
10-11-2009, 03:45 AM
Ok, seems fair. I'm in if anyone needs one more.
muddi900
10-11-2009, 06:52 AM
I'm in as well.
axion
10-11-2009, 08:05 AM
Works for me. Who's handling the buy and who wants the last spot?
Wack handled payment for L4D2 so I suggest him.
SilentScreams
10-11-2009, 08:28 AM
After having played this game so much at PAX, I been having weeks of withdraw.
Your praise for it was what got me interested in the first place, and I am now counting down the days.
With that said, PC all the way for me.
I'm in the Steam group, but I haven't added everyone as friends yet.
Wackman3000
10-11-2009, 09:34 AM
Axion and Ten19, I will take care of the purchasing... Whoever would like to be our 4th, send me a PM. I would prefer to know you or at least be a known person on the board.
First one to PM me gets the 4th spot. I will make the purchase today as soon as I have confirmation on the 4th. Ikkir, hurry and send me a PM, I KNOW YOU! :)
Wackman3000
10-11-2009, 09:46 AM
Update.... I found a 4th already, thanks Lon Lon!
So I will make the purchase as soon as you confirm with me Ten19, since you are the only one I haven't talked to on steam about this yet. Shouldn't be a problem, and I'll give you my paypal info for payment.
Troggles
10-11-2009, 09:54 AM
Count me in on this deal. I prefer not to be the money guy though, as I only use paypal for paying for things, don't want to use it for receiving funds. :P
Jackel
10-11-2009, 10:09 AM
If there is space in a group, count me in for it. I just messaged steam support to cancel my existing pre-order.
If not I'll be happy to be the money guy for another group. I was a money guy for a L4D2 group so I have folks who can vouch for me.
Fenced
10-11-2009, 10:31 AM
I'm going to wait for reviews, but I suspect I will be part of a group soon enough.
Codicier
10-11-2009, 12:39 PM
LFG, WTB Borderlands. :D
Seriously though, if anyone is looking for another person I'm definitely down.
Jackel
10-11-2009, 01:33 PM
Money sent to Katslover for my copy. Steam was quick about cancelling my previous order too.
muddi900
10-11-2009, 03:03 PM
Money sent to Katslover as well. Awaiting some shootery/RPG-y(?) goodness.
MelbaToast
10-11-2009, 03:29 PM
I'd love to get in on this as well, just tell me who to send money to!
CappinCanuck
10-11-2009, 03:54 PM
Dunno if the other two groups are filled or not. If they are, we can make a third.
Latest interested persons:
Codicier
MelbaToast
CappinCanuck
Troggles
Codicier
10-11-2009, 04:09 PM
Dunno if the other two groups are filled or not. If they are, we can make a third.
Latest interested persons:
Codicier
MelbaToast
CappinCanuck
Troggles
Sounds like a good group to me. :)
If you three are cool with it, does one of you want to volunteer to be the money gatherer via Paypal? I prefer not to receive money through it.
Fenced
10-11-2009, 04:12 PM
Screw it, I might as well get it. I'm weak.
Looks like I would be in group 4, unless Melba or Troggles change their mind.
MelbaToast
10-11-2009, 04:14 PM
Sounds like a good group to me. :)
If you three are cool with it, does one of you want to volunteer to be the money gatherer via Paypal? I prefer not to receive money through it.
I'm also not that big on receiving money with paypal, so Troggles or CappinCanuck? Pretty please?
CappinCanuck
10-11-2009, 04:23 PM
I'm also not that big on receiving money with paypal, so Troggles or CappinCanuck? Pretty please?
I don't mind doing it, except I've never received money through it before; I have only sent. How does getting money from Paypal to your account work? If it's easy, I'll do it.
I'm up for a 4-pack group too.
Fenced
10-11-2009, 04:54 PM
I'm up for a 4-pack group too.
Well, unless you have any objections, that makes two. Need two more.
It doesn't matter to me who collects the money.
I'm still interested. I need two people and someone other than me to handle the purchasing and desemination.
How about this as a group?
Me and my friend
fenced
bone
Codicier
10-11-2009, 05:02 PM
I don't mind doing it, except I've never received money through it before; I have only sent. How does getting money from Paypal to your account work? If it's easy, I'll do it.
It's not hard to withdraw to your bank account if you have one setup with Paypal. Money comes into your account and you can use the Withdraw option to get it out. Takes a little while to do, and costs $0.50 in Canada for amounts under $150.
Fenced
10-11-2009, 05:34 PM
I'm still interested. I need two people and someone other than me to handle the purchasing and desemination.
How about this as a group?
Me and my friend
fenced
bone
I'm down. I don't mind being the gifter, as long as we hear from Bone.
Troggles
10-11-2009, 05:50 PM
Sorry to say but I have to back out of doing it here. Almost immediately after posting 2 of my RL friends actually asked if I would go in with them.
I still look forward to playing with CoGgers though.
Codicier
10-11-2009, 05:51 PM
Sorry to say but I have to back out of doing it here. Almost immediately after posting 2 of my RL friends actually asked if I would go in with them.
I still look forward to playing with CoGgers though.
Well darn.
We're now looking for a 4th in that case.
Fenced
10-11-2009, 06:10 PM
Sent a PM to Bone and Loki.
I know next to nothing about this game. It involves a lot of weapons, has 4 player co-op, and you guys are excited about it. I guess that was enough for me.
Seika
10-11-2009, 06:46 PM
I joined a couple of my friends in on it, so I'm out. :)
Sazime
10-11-2009, 07:08 PM
If there's anyone else looking for someone going in on a pack, I'm down.
UWCrash
10-11-2009, 07:10 PM
I'm still looking for people as well. Was out of town yesterday and I missed the rush. :(
Sazime
10-11-2009, 07:34 PM
I'm still looking for people as well. Was out of town yesterday and I missed the rush. :(
So that's 2? New list?
Sazime
UWCrash
Codicier
10-11-2009, 07:39 PM
If either of you want to join a group, we need a fourth:
Currently it's:
CappinCanuck
MelbaToast
Codicier
Sazime
10-11-2009, 07:44 PM
If either of you want to join a group, we need a fourth:
Currently it's:
CappinCanuck
MelbaToast
Codicier
Go for it UW. I'll wait and see if any other folks are interested. :)
Smoof
10-11-2009, 08:41 PM
I wasn't going to bother with Borderlands, because I figured I'd mostly be playing it by myself. If I can get in with some coggers, I think I probably will get it and if someone is down for a four-pack group, I'll definitely get in on that?
Any of you guys want to let me into your groups?
CappinCanuck
10-11-2009, 08:44 PM
Go for it UW. I'll wait and see if any other folks are interested. :)
Well, I'm getting my paypal account verified so we can do it up. They say 3-5 days. If someone else that is already setup wants to take the lead, speak up now :). Our group is kind of awesome now, I was worried about CAD and USD exchange rates, then I noticed we're all canadian heh.
Smoof
10-11-2009, 08:47 PM
By the way, I guess I'll throw it out there that my paypal account is verified and has been for some years now.
BLeeP
10-11-2009, 09:44 PM
OK, my group has paid for theirs and I'm just waiting for muddi and Jackel to accept my friend request so I can send them their copies. It went super fast and ultra smooth, and I like that, so thanks guys!
To Troggles and CappinCannuck, sorry about not letting you guys in, but I just took people in the order I received the PMs. I just didn't want you guys to think it was anything personal, and I'm happy to see that there seems to be plenty of interest for everyone to get what they want.
Jackel
10-11-2009, 09:57 PM
OK, my group has paid for theirs and I'm just waiting for muddi and Jackel to accept my friend request so I can send them their copies. It went super fast and ultra smooth, and I like that, so thanks guys!
To Troggles and CappinCannuck, sorry about not letting you guys in, but I just took people in the order I received the PMs. I just didn't want you guys to think it was anything personal, and I'm happy to see that there seems to be plenty of interest for everyone to get what they want.
Friend request accepted.
edit: And I just received my gift. Pleasure doing business with you Katslover.
Rogue_hunter
10-11-2009, 10:58 PM
Man, I really want in, but I have no cash now, as I paid for Left 4 Dead 2, and Uncharted 2 comes out this week. But I seriously doubt I could find the game for $33.75 at or around launch.
I'll see if I can rustle up some money first.
biosc1
10-12-2009, 01:46 AM
I'm up to be added to a group if anyone needs a forth. The Left4Dead deal was great and worked out quite well. Would love to get in on this as well :)
Cit Phil Cit
10-12-2009, 01:55 AM
Hmmm... seems I'm alone in being entirely unaroused by this game. I wish you all many happy hours of gaming. :(
No, I'm there with you. I'm more than willing to buy it after I play a demo or something. It looks good, I just need more. This being the time of year where game purchasing is at a fever pitch.
Sazime
10-12-2009, 02:53 AM
So, let's put it this way, if I'm seeing this right (assuming crash is going with the Canucks).
Sazime
Smoof
biosc1
muddi900
10-12-2009, 04:06 AM
Received my copy as well. Thanks Kats.
CappinCanuck
10-12-2009, 07:45 AM
So, let's put it this way, if I'm seeing this right (assuming crash is going with the Canucks).
Sazime
Smoof
biosc1
I invited Smoof since I hadn't heard from Crash. Now that I look at it, it was only a couple of hours heh. That's been some rush over the last couple of days.
CappinCanuck
Codicier
MelbaToast
Smoof
Sazime
UWCrash
Biosc1
The way things are going, I'm sure a fourth will pop up within a couple hours.
CappinCanuck
10-12-2009, 08:09 AM
No, I'm there with you. I'm more than willing to buy it after I play a demo or something. It looks good, I just need more. This being the time of year where game purchasing is at a fever pitch.
Well, don't forget that it's 10% off preorder now so regularly it will be $50, with the four-pack preorder, it's $34. That's a considerable savings.
biosc1
10-12-2009, 10:46 AM
So, let's put it this way, if I'm seeing this right (assuming crash is going with the Canucks).
Sazime
Smoof
biosc1
...dang, all we need is another sucker...err...I mean buyer.
LordDon
10-12-2009, 10:59 AM
...dang, all we need is another sucker...err...I mean buyer.
So I go and start a thread for Borderlands in the PC Gaming Sanctuary and you punks already have the 4-deal going on over here.
Edit: Wait, I'll leave you dirty canucks to your own devices so I don't sully your monopoly money with my monochromatic American dollars.
Wackman3000
10-12-2009, 11:10 AM
So I go and start a thread for Borderlands in the PC Gaming Sanctuary and you punks already have the 4-deal going on over here.
Edit: Wait, I'll leave you dirty canucks to your own devices so I don't sully your monopoly money with my monochromatic American dollars.
There's no difference really, since the Steam transaction is done via USD...
LordDon
10-12-2009, 11:32 AM
There's no difference really, since the Steam transaction is done via USD...
If that's the case then pass the maple syrup.
Wackman3000
10-12-2009, 11:36 AM
The only thing I did for both transactions that I was the purchaser for was tack on an extra dollar or something to each member of the group for the fees I get for transferring money around in paypal and with my credit card.
Still, 34/35 USD for a game that would cost me $60+ in store is great in my books.
biosc1
10-12-2009, 11:51 AM
The only thing I did for both transactions that I was the purchaser for was tack on an extra dollar or something to each member of the group for the fees I get for transferring money around in paypal and with my credit card.
Still, 34/35 USD for a game that would cost me $60+ in store is great in my books.
Yah, when transferring money, you are given the option of paying the associated fees or for letting the receiver pay the fees. The ideal thing to do is pay the fee yourself, saving the guy receiving the money from having to pay the fees (which would be a cheap move)
muddi900
10-12-2009, 11:52 AM
Does paypal charge you for currency conversion, even when you use the personal tab? Just curious.
biosc1
10-12-2009, 12:45 PM
Does paypal charge you for currency conversion, even when you use the personal tab? Just curious.
This is what it looks like for my Left4Dead contribution:
Amount sent: -$34.00 USD
Fee amount: -$1.63 USD
Net amount: -$35.63 USD (equals -$39.42 CAD)
...and only the $39.42 came off the card. So, Paypal handles the conversion and charges you in your native dollar, so you CC doesn't charge you conversion.
LordDon
10-12-2009, 12:56 PM
So did you already send, biosc1? If so, to whom?
biosc1
10-12-2009, 02:03 PM
So did you already send, biosc1? If so, to whom?
Sorry, that was confusing. That was in regards to my Left4Dead 4 -pack purchase.
Cit Phil Cit
10-12-2009, 02:11 PM
...dang, all we need is another sucker...err...I mean buyer.
Alright, I'm in. Who gets what?
biosc1
10-12-2009, 03:33 PM
Alright, I'm in. Who gets what?
Cit Phil Cit
Sazime
Smoof
biosc1
Looks like we have another group.
LordDon
10-12-2009, 04:17 PM
Looks like we have another group.
Sure, go with the Canadian. ;)
UWCrash
10-12-2009, 04:32 PM
Argh. I still need a group. :(
LordDon
10-12-2009, 05:22 PM
Argh. I still need a group. :(
I'm seeing if I can rope in some non-CoGer friends for a group and I'm sure we could probably accommodate you, sir.
Sazime
10-12-2009, 05:28 PM
I'm seeing if I can rope in some non-CoGer friends for a group and I'm sure we could probably accommodate you, sir.
I'm grabbing a lurker buddy of mine, myself. I'll keep yas updated.
Smoof
10-12-2009, 06:29 PM
UW, you should take my spot in Sazime's group. I was mistakenly included in two groups, so there ought to be a spot open with Sazime, bio, etc. I'm with CappinCanuck's group.
Sazime
10-12-2009, 06:33 PM
UW, you should take my spot in Sazime's group. I was mistakenly included in two groups, so there ought to be a spot open with Sazime, bio, etc. I'm with CappinCanuck's group.
Hey Crash, you get that think I sent ya?
biosc1
10-12-2009, 06:51 PM
UW, you should take my spot in Sazime's group. I was mistakenly included in two groups, so there ought to be a spot open with Sazime, bio, etc. I'm with CappinCanuck's group.
My fault, sorry about that...I should have quoted the later post.
Telefrog
10-12-2009, 07:21 PM
I think I'm going to bite on this for PC. Are there any deal groups that need a fourth?
Fenced both hooked me and my buddy up. Thanks again!
Expugnare
10-12-2009, 07:33 PM
I'm about 90% certain I will be getting this, if any group needs a person, that would probably be the extra push I need to be 100%.
LordDon
10-12-2009, 09:04 PM
I think I'm going to bite on this for PC. Are there any deal groups that need a fourth?
My friends are fucking pansies and want to wait to see how it looks. PAX was all I needed baby. Telefrog, you, me, Expugnare and UWCrash should be a group.
Edit: Dammit, forgot about Sazime.
Troggles
10-12-2009, 09:06 PM
My friends are fucking pansies and want to wait to see how it looks. PAX was all I needed baby. Telefrog, you, me, Expugnare and UWCrash should be a group.
Edit: Dammit, forgot about Sazime.
I get the vibe that that's what my friends are doing too. Of course, we were all burned by Hellgate: London so I can see where they're coming from.
Sazime
10-12-2009, 09:25 PM
Looks like the group I'm in is:
Cit Phil Cit
biosc1
UWCrash
Me (Sazime)
LordDon
10-12-2009, 09:35 PM
So Telefrog, Expugnare and I are starting a new group.
Telefrog
10-12-2009, 10:04 PM
So Telefrog, Expugnare and I are starting a new group.
Sounds good. We need one more. Who will step forward?
Voodoo
10-13-2009, 07:28 AM
Sounds good. We need one more. Who will step forward?
I'm in! I haven't entered into a group yet.
LordDon
10-13-2009, 09:19 AM
I'm in! I haven't entered into a group yet.
Awesomesauce, we have the big guns on our side! Who's going to lead this group then?
Telefrog
10-13-2009, 09:20 AM
I'm in! I haven't entered into a group yet.
Sweet! Here's our group:
Voodoo
Expugnare
Telefrog
LordDon
Voodoo
10-13-2009, 11:37 AM
Awesomesauce, we have the big guns on our side! Who's going to lead this group then?
You? You are a lord after all. I'm only a shadow priest whom has a taste for curvy women. :D
LordDon
10-13-2009, 12:15 PM
How long does it usually take paypal payments to clear? My bank account IS verified and all.
Telefrog
10-13-2009, 01:05 PM
I think Dukefrukem got my payment for L4D2 immediately after I sent it to him.
LordDon
10-13-2009, 01:10 PM
I think Dukefrukem got my payment for L4D2 immediately after I sent it to him.
PM sent to my group.
Voodoo: *Paid*
Expugnare: *Sent*
Telefrog: *Sent*
Expugnare
10-13-2009, 04:19 PM
PM sent to my group.
Voodoo: *Paid*
Expugnare: *Pending*
Telefrog: *Paid*
Sorry, I was at school, paid now.
LordDon
10-13-2009, 05:21 PM
How long does it take friend requests to show up? It says I've already added you, Voodoo and Expugnare, but when I look for you to gift the game there's nary a sign of you. I guess there's always e-mail right?
Expugnare
10-13-2009, 05:27 PM
How long does it take friend requests to show up? It says I've already added you, Voodoo and Expugnare, but when I look for you to gift the game there's nary a sign of you. I guess there's always e-mail right?
I just confirmed your friend request.
Brady
10-14-2009, 12:20 AM
Anybody needing a group.... I took part in the L4D2 madness... I honestly haven't really looked much into Borderlands... but if this many of you are getting in on the 4 packs..
Sigh... I might join... Haha. (yes... it took only that much convincing.)
Anybody needing a group.... I took part in the L4D2 madness... I honestly haven't really looked much into Borderlands... but if this many of you are getting in on the 4 packs..
Sigh... I might join... Haha. (yes... it took only that much convincing.)
It's okay. We'll treat you all gentle like.
mightbe
10-14-2009, 01:01 AM
Brady, PM Crashcart as he was looking for two more for his blands 4-way.
CappinCanuck
10-14-2009, 08:43 AM
Hey, anyone who's completed the transaction, is the final amount 33.75, with the sender paying their own fees and such?
Hey, anyone who's completed the transaction, is the final amount 33.75, with the sender paying their own fees and such?
33.75 is what is sent. You will need to pay the dolllar or two more. It's easy to figure out on the site
total
10-14-2009, 08:52 AM
I'd also be in for a group if there are any spots.
Expugnare
10-14-2009, 08:57 AM
33.75 is what is sent. You will need to pay the dolllar or two more. It's easy to figure out on the site
I think if you sent it as a gift, there are no fees incurred, or at least I hope so. I might owe LordDon a couple bucks :o.
NotJeff
10-14-2009, 09:00 AM
I think if you sent it as a gift, there are no fees incurred, or at least I hope so. I might owe LordDon a couple bucks :o.
IIRC this is only true if your PayPal account is associated with a bank account.
Brady
10-14-2009, 09:36 AM
So
UWCrash
total
me
one more?
Also total, did you have any fees when I sent you the payment for L4D2? I marked that as a gift. Curious if you got the full $34?
mightbe
10-14-2009, 09:38 AM
I'm down for getting in that group. I'm buying a gift for a friend who lost his job.
total
10-14-2009, 09:49 AM
Also total, did you have any fees when I sent you the payment for L4D2? I marked that as a gift. Curious if you got the full $34?
Pretty sure I incurred no fees.
Brady
10-14-2009, 10:24 AM
I'm down for getting in that group. I'm buying a gift for a friend who lost his job.
Alright cool,
mightbe
UWCrash
total
me
I guess we just need to wait for UWCrash to appear to confirm he wants in. Then collect money. Who wants to collect?
I care not.
total
10-14-2009, 11:07 AM
I can do it again I guess.
LiquidRain
10-14-2009, 11:22 AM
Paypal fee is optional for the person sending the money. It'll ask if you want to pay the fee yourself (adding to your total) or pass it to the receiver. (subtracting from the amount the receiver gets)
J Arcane
10-14-2009, 11:30 AM
If you're doing a paypal to paypal transaction, there are no fees if you tag it as a personal transaction.
Though there might be extra fees for converting between currencies for the Canadian types, I suppose.
I didn't pay any fees on my two copies.
Brady
10-14-2009, 02:06 PM
I can do it again I guess.
I just keep sending you money, haha. All paid up (again).
total
10-14-2009, 02:08 PM
I just keep sending you money, haha. All paid up (again).
You sure do. I like it! Ok so I've got one person's money.
UWCrash
10-14-2009, 02:49 PM
Whoa, sorry, I'm in with Sazime, biosc1, and Cit Phil Cit.
total
10-14-2009, 02:50 PM
In that case it looks like we need one more. First to send me a pm is in.
Sazime
10-14-2009, 04:24 PM
Alright cool,
mightbe
UWCrash
total
me
I guess we just need to wait for UWCrash to appear to confirm he wants in. Then collect money. Who wants to collect?
I care not.
UWCrash has been in our group for a while now. Sorry! :)
LordDon
10-14-2009, 04:36 PM
Still waiting for acceptance from you Voodoo. I'm a hollow man without it.
Brady
10-14-2009, 05:49 PM
UWCrash has been in our group for a while now. Sorry! :)
Yeah, I missed one post and the last post I saw was the one from UWCrash saying he still needed a group. Haha oops!
Anyhow, we've got one spot left in our group! PM total if you want to join!
total
10-14-2009, 06:50 PM
Anyhow, we've got one spot left in our group! PM total if you want to join!
Troggles is in our group now! Mightbe send me a PM when you get a chance and we can get the ball rolling.
Doogie2K
10-14-2009, 11:40 PM
I preordered on my own. Hopefully I have time to play it at launch, since there hasn't been much of that the last month. :(
axion
10-15-2009, 05:56 AM
I preordered on my own. Hopefully I have time to play it at launch, since there hasn't been much of that the last month. :(
I think you can cancel and do the group thing if you want to save.
total
10-15-2009, 08:08 AM
I have money from Troggles and Brady, waiting for Mightbe.
AniAko
10-16-2009, 06:43 AM
OK, the zombie DLC sold me on the game :( I was hoping to hold out. BUT, if there are any slots left in 4-packs I'd like to squeeze in.
MagGnome
10-16-2009, 12:02 PM
So apparently I need to buy this game as well, is that right?
Excuse me while I clutch my wallet and gently weep.
kidkimura
10-16-2009, 12:04 PM
Who is still looking into buying a 4-pack?
MagGnome
10-16-2009, 12:15 PM
I'd like to get in on the deal, but I just checked the Steam page and I'm not sure I'll even be able to run the game. :/
AniAko
10-16-2009, 01:39 PM
I'd be down in purchasing part of a 4-pack
kidkimura
10-16-2009, 02:10 PM
So me and AniAko need two more.
I'd be down in purchasing part of a 4-pack
Do you want to be the one who buys it?
AniAko
10-16-2009, 02:15 PM
Yeah, if I get 3 pms from people wanting in, sure.
Phades
10-17-2009, 12:43 AM
I've got a group of two picking it up. If two more people want in, PM me. I'll post when the slots are filled.
Phades: Confirmed
TastyMuffins: Confirmed
I'm also looking for 2 more for Left4Dead 2 if you're interested.
MagGnome
10-17-2009, 09:19 AM
I'd like to get in on this deal, but honestly I'm not sure if I can even run the game on my computer, so I'm a little hesitant to pick it up.
Doogie2K
10-18-2009, 11:07 AM
I think you can cancel and do the group thing if you want to save.
Meh. Too much hassle for $10, especially given that there's no guarantee I can actually be reliably part of a co-op group. Normally, I'm all over that, but I've had so little time for games the last six weeks, I don't want to go in with a group only to leave them high and dry looking for a fourth.
Meh. Too much hassle for $10, especially given that there's no guarantee I can actually be reliably part of a co-op group. Normally, I'm all over that, but I've had so little time for games the last six weeks, I don't want to go in with a group only to leave them high and dry looking for a fourth.
You won't be leaving them high and dry for a fourth. They can still play with the rest of the mob on the CoGs Steam group who are getting the game and you're saving 16 dollars and helping three other individuals do the same. Man up. It takes two minutes to send the email and wait for the refund, if that.
I'd like to get in on this deal, but honestly I'm not sure if I can even run the game on my computer, so I'm a little hesitant to pick it up.
Min. Specs.
Processor: 2.4 Ghz or equivalent processor
Memory: 1GB System RAM (2GB recommended with Vista)
Video Memory: 256mb video ram or better (GeForce 9 series or higher/Radeon R8xx series)
Hawkzombie
10-19-2009, 03:57 AM
I'm interested. If anyone needs a 4th for their group, send me a message. I will be sporadic at best for playing with, but saving money is ALWAYS a plus.
MagGnome
10-19-2009, 06:57 AM
Min. Specs.
Processor: 2.4 Ghz or equivalent processor
Memory: 1GB System RAM (2GB recommended with Vista)
Video Memory: 256mb video ram or better (GeForce 9 series or higher/Radeon R8xx series)
That's the part that worries me. My machine has a 128mb ATI RadeonHD2400. It looks like I can't run the game. :(
CptTripps
10-19-2009, 12:49 PM
Count me in on this deal. I prefer not to be the money guy though, as I only use paypal for paying for things, don't want to use it for receiving funds. :P
The way it worked for me as the purchaser on L4D2... They sent Paypal first, I paid STEAM with paypal which took that balance (33.75 x 3) and then charged the rest from my bank account. So I never had to transfer funds from paypal to my bank.
total
10-19-2009, 12:55 PM
So I never had to transfer funds from paypal to my bank.
I should have done this. I didn't even know you could pay for things on Steam with paypal. Silly me.
LordDon
10-19-2009, 01:03 PM
I should have done this. I didn't even know you could pay for things on Steam with paypal. Silly me.
Me either, I did the bank transfer thing.
Jackel
10-19-2009, 01:09 PM
I paid for it with my CC for the miles, since I had no cost in transferring the money from Paypal to my bank account.
mightbe
10-19-2009, 01:26 PM
I should have done this. I didn't even know you could pay for things on Steam with paypal. Silly me.
Hey total, my friend is still waiting on his copy that I paid for from you. PM me and lemme know what the hold up is.
Acidpoptart
10-19-2009, 01:59 PM
I am also looking to get into a group. If anyone needs an additional buyer, let me know.
Edit: Joined AniAko's group
Brady
10-19-2009, 03:13 PM
Hey total, my friend is still waiting on his copy that I paid for from you. PM me and lemme know what the hold up is.
He was just waiting for the funds to transfer from paypal to his bank account which takes 3 or 4 days. Just took longer since banking doesnt really happen on the weekends. My guess is his account would get cash today or tomorrow (not sure when he transferred). Shouldn't be long though. Either way, we'll have it before the release which is all that matters to me :)
LordDon
10-19-2009, 03:23 PM
My group all has their copies now, right? I sent them out and they show as sent in my Steam account.
Expugnare
10-19-2009, 08:23 PM
My group all has their copies now, right? I sent them out and they show as sent in my Steam account.
Indeed, I have it in my games list and waiting for it to be released.
AniAko
10-20-2009, 06:59 AM
I see people interested... but nobody starting. So. I'm gonna pick up a 4-pack this week, PM me if you want in. Paypal a must. I have one seat tentative right now so we'll be looking to pick up 2 more.
Voodoo
10-20-2009, 07:58 AM
My group all has their copies now, right? I sent them out and they show as sent in my Steam account.
Yup! I'm all good. Thanks! :)
Rogue_hunter
10-20-2009, 11:59 AM
I see people interested... but nobody starting. So. I'm gonna pick up a 4-pack this week, PM me if you want in. Paypal a must. I have one seat tentative right now so we'll be looking to pick up 2 more.
PM sent, ready to pay for the game
Vigil80
10-20-2009, 12:58 PM
I see people interested... but nobody starting. So. I'm gonna pick up a 4-pack this week, PM me if you want in. Paypal a must. I have one seat tentative right now so we'll be looking to pick up 2 more.
Count me in. I can transfer monies when I'm not on the job.
AniAko
10-20-2009, 01:09 PM
Count me in. I can transfer monies when I'm not on the job.
Sorry, it filled up pretty quick. I'll be putting it all together tonight, but I'll be sure to let you know if I have any drop-outs.
Hawkzombie
10-20-2009, 01:22 PM
I'm still interested. If anyone extra is still looking, we should make a new grp. I wanna save money :p
Troggles
10-20-2009, 01:23 PM
I sent money over a week ago and still haven't received my copy...
Brady
10-20-2009, 01:31 PM
I sent money over a week ago and still haven't received my copy...
Total didn't know that you can pay with paypal on Steam so he transferred to his bank account which takes up to 4 (business) days to show up. My guess is he will be sending out gifts today or tomorrow? I'll be looking forward to both Borderlands and L4D2.
Vigil80
10-20-2009, 01:40 PM
Sorry, it filled up pretty quick. I'll be putting it all together tonight, but I'll be sure to let you know if I have any drop-outs.
Ok, if there's not room in that group, I'll be in line for another, fyi.
kyrieee
10-20-2009, 03:33 PM
I might also be interested =)
Hawkzombie
10-20-2009, 05:08 PM
Well, Myself, Prizefighter, and Kyrieee are three. If we find a fourth, we all save cash.
Hawkzombie
10-20-2009, 08:59 PM
Ok, I'm just gonna head up a group :p
First three people to PM me their interest, I'll set it up so we can 4 pack it.
MelbaToast
10-20-2009, 09:00 PM
Anyone know if they'll be offering a pre-load on Steam?
Hawkzombie
10-21-2009, 02:49 AM
Got one taker so far. Just need two more. PM me people!
EDIT: Now we're up to three total. We need a 4th and we're good as gold.
EDIT EDIT: Got our fourth!
Rogue_hunter
10-21-2009, 12:37 PM
There's one slot open in AniAko's group. Got a line on the box copy for $35 from a friend. The box art is so freakin' awesome that I'll pay the little bit extra for the box and potential hilarity in the manual.
AniAko
10-21-2009, 01:16 PM
There's one slot open in AniAko's group. Got a line on the box copy for $35 from a friend. The box art is so freakin' awesome that I'll pay the little bit extra for the box and potential hilarity in the manual.
I would have saved you $1.26 :p But yeah, there's a slot open for you Prizefighter. If you don't want in, there's no one else in line, so next PM gets it if Prizefighter doesn't want it.
Hawkzombie
10-21-2009, 01:17 PM
I would have saved you $1.26 :p But yeah, there's a slot open for you Prizefighter. If you don't want in, there's no one else in line, so next PM gets it if Prizefighter doesn't want it.
Prize PMed me about joining my group, so hopefully he goes through and pays me (already got one person's cash). So I'd say people can go ahead and try and take his place.
Vigil80
10-21-2009, 02:01 PM
Correct, Hawkzombie's got it all set up, so I'm going with his group.
I'll send the moolah when I get home this evening.
AniAko
10-21-2009, 02:04 PM
Ok, I've got 1 slot open for a copy then, first PM gets in.
Brady
10-21-2009, 03:17 PM
total, any chance we could get a status update on whats going on with our group?
Looking forward to both Borderlands and L4D2!
Troggles
10-21-2009, 04:12 PM
total, any chance we could get a status update on whats going on with our group?
Looking forward to both Borderlands and L4D2!
That would be nice. I don't like being left to dry after giving someone I don't know personally 35 dollars and not getting my product. Also, who knows how much longer this deal will be up.
Ghostbear
10-21-2009, 04:45 PM
have you guys tired sending him a PM? he'll get an email saying he's received it, rather than hoping he looks at this thread.
Hawkzombie
10-21-2009, 05:44 PM
Yeah, I'd send him a PM directly. Also, you guys should (if you haven't already) add one another as friends on Steam. Only way to gift the copies without their direct e-mail addy.
Just waiting for Prize to accept my friend request, and we've got another 4 happy customers :p
Vigil80
10-21-2009, 06:34 PM
Accepted. Kudos Hawk for taking care of bidness.
Camel
10-21-2009, 06:35 PM
Accepted. Kudos Hawk for taking care of bidness.
Seriously. I'm impressed by how fast and painlessly everything was done!
Chaos Machine
10-21-2009, 07:06 PM
sucks im kinda pinched for cash atm(hording money to put a fatty down payment on a new 2010 camaro ss) so the gaming gods are going to make me choose my holiday games carefully...so far i cant decide if i want to buy dragon age or borderlands... =(
Jackel
10-21-2009, 07:10 PM
sucks im kinda pinched for cash atm(hording money to put a fatty down payment on a new 2010 camaro ss) so the gaming gods are going to make me choose my holiday games carefully...so far i cant decide if i want to buy dragon age or borderlands... =(
As much as I love Dragon Age. I would suggest go for Borderlands. As primarily a co-op game you are going to want to play it with the cog folks, whereas a single player game like Dragon Age you can play at any time.
If someone has the 4pack and wants to give a copy to me i would be greatly pleased. My only deal is my boss sometimes is finicky about paying me since i'm contracted so it could be a few days before i pay back.
MagGnome
10-21-2009, 07:33 PM
I've decided to build a new system very, very soon so that I can get my grubby mitts on this game (as well as a few others). I look forward to joining all of you at some point for some FPS/RPG/Loot goodness!
Hopefully people are still playing by then. :p
Libuke
10-21-2009, 07:36 PM
As good as place as any, pre-loading has started for Borderlands.
Server is getting hammered though and I have not been able to start it yet.
Troggles
10-21-2009, 07:36 PM
I've decided to build a new system very, very soon so that I can get my grubby mitts on this game (as well as a few others). I look forward to joining all of you at some point for some FPS/RPG/Loot goodness!
Hopefully people are still playing by then. :p
I'll probably be of the type to play it more later on. It's a busy season for me.
Hawkzombie
10-21-2009, 07:39 PM
Accepted. Kudos Hawk for taking care of bidness.
Seriously. I'm impressed by how fast and painlessly everything was done!
No problem guys. I wasn't about to NOT get it for 36 bucks (In the end, that's how much it ended up costing me after the currency conversion) when the alternative was almost 20 bucks more. It shocked me how simple and easy it was as well...I'm definitely going to be doing this more often for co-op games I really want that have this feature.
CappinCanuck
10-21-2009, 08:12 PM
Ok, I've got 1 slot open for a copy then, first PM gets in.
I'm also looking to get into a four-pack. I've already purchased one copy through another group here but I'd like to buy another to gift to a friend. So if any other groups come up, please include me. My paypal's good to go! :D
AniAko
10-21-2009, 08:40 PM
I'm also looking to get into a four-pack. I've already purchased one copy through another group here but I'd like to buy another to gift to a friend. So if any other groups come up, please include me. My paypal's good to go! :D
Ok, I've got a hold on one of the ones i have left, and I'm waiting on another dude. If this other guy doesn't respond by Friday, I'll be giving it up, and you're next in line. Let me know if you get in with someone else in the mean time.
Doogie2K
10-22-2009, 12:15 AM
Servers are still hammered, even though it's midnight MT on a weeknight. Crazy.
Also, Loki, as evidenced by the fact that it's taken me this long to get back to this thread, clearly, I was not meant to participate in the 4x deal. I'll see if there are any groups needing a fourth next week if there's a chance, otherwise I'll see what the situation looks like on the server.
Servers are still hammered, even though it's midnight MT on a weeknight. Crazy.
Also, Loki, as evidenced by the fact that it's taken me this long to get back to this thread, clearly, I was not meant to participate in the 4x deal. I'll see if there are any groups needing a fourth next week if there's a chance, otherwise I'll see what the situation looks like on the server.
I was just giving you hard time. I hope to see you online to kill some Skaggs.
Expugnare
10-22-2009, 05:09 AM
I just now got into the pre-loading queue. It is still getting hammered but with a little luck you can at least get in the line.
Ravenlock
10-22-2009, 05:26 AM
My pre-load is at 28% after only about an hour, so I'd say it'll progress quickly. :)
kyrieee
10-22-2009, 06:37 AM
Heh, what's the rush? :P
It doesn't come out until the 30th
Also, thnx to Hawk for setting things up!
muddi900
10-22-2009, 08:04 AM
Is there anyway what's the size of the game. I am getting my full bandwidth(220KB), but I would like to know the time it would take.
CappinCanuck
10-22-2009, 08:15 AM
Ok, I've got a hold on one of the ones i have left, and I'm waiting on another dude. If this other guy doesn't respond by Friday, I'll be giving it up, and you're next in line. Let me know if you get in with someone else in the mean time.
Alright, just let me know. I'm ready to transfer if the spot is open. Just let me know before Friday late afternoon or evening, I'll be leaving for a few days so I should send the money before.
Ten19
10-22-2009, 08:27 AM
Pre-loaded finished, can't wait until Monday!
LiquidRain
10-22-2009, 09:47 AM
Looks like I missed out on the AniAko extra copy. My brother wants one, so I'll buy a piece of a pack if there's a spare one out there.
axion
10-22-2009, 09:50 AM
Pre-loaded finished, can't wait until Monday!
Indeed! Good times should be had by all (barring some ridiculous Steam problem, which never happens).
Shjinta
10-22-2009, 09:55 AM
"Steam is unable to handle anymore preloads of Borderlands, Please try again in a few hours" Aww what the fuck :/
Ten19
10-22-2009, 11:08 AM
"Steam is unable to handle anymore preloads of Borderlands, Please try again in a few hours" Aww what the fuck :/
I waited until about 1-1:30a EST last night before starting mine, and after a few tries it started up.
Acidpoptart
10-22-2009, 02:02 PM
I tried a couple of times, one after the other, and eventually it worked. You still a bunch of time before release to pre-load, so no worries.
It's annoying knowing the files are ready, but I cant play. Steam is taunting me.
Vigil80
10-22-2009, 02:27 PM
That's one aspect of DD that does get to me. The files are available to download, but not to play? Bull.
Ravenlock
10-22-2009, 02:43 PM
Really? I think it's pretty awesome to be able to download the files and have them ready on the day that the game is set to release.
I mean, I totally understand why they can't have it available to play digitally before it's available to purchase in a store, and it's far preferable to fight for access to the files a week ahead of time than to have to sit in a queue on release day while people who bought the box are playing.
Really, I'm not sure how they could arrange it any better.
J Arcane
10-22-2009, 02:46 PM
Not having hard release dates would be preferable, but that would mean companies couldn't milk the pre-order cash and use it to bank off of to fund the release.
ClannerDelta
10-22-2009, 02:49 PM
Really, I'm not sure how they could arrange it any better.
I'm gonna submit the suggestion for a pre-load queue. Then it will be perfect.
Vigil80
10-22-2009, 05:06 PM
I mean, I totally understand why they can't have it available to play digitally before it's available to purchase in a store, and it's far preferable to fight for access to the files a week ahead of time than to have to sit in a queue on release day while people who bought the box are playing.
Oh, I understand why it's done. I still think it's bull.
Especially in this specific case, since the people who bought the box - for a different platform - are playing while we sit in a queque. And since I've already got the files, I have a hard time believing that the delay was for some kind of further optimization.
Really though, in the immortal words of today's youth, whatever. I'm not really trying to harsh anyone's chill, as it were. I suppose release will come soon enough.
kyrieee
10-22-2009, 05:16 PM
It hardly was, considering retailers broke street date on the PC boxed version (which people can't play either)
http://kotaku.com/5387828/
Hawkzombie
10-22-2009, 05:22 PM
What was the reason for a diff. street date anyway? Prize said optimization, but I don't think that's an issue as copies have already shipped and are even being sold early.
MelbaToast
10-22-2009, 05:24 PM
It's a hilarious attempt at stopping piracy.
MagGnome
10-22-2009, 05:48 PM
It's a hilarious attempt at stopping piracy.
It makes absolutely no sense. If anything, arbitrarily delaying the PC release of the game is going to INCREASE piracy, not lower it.
Vigil80
10-22-2009, 06:17 PM
What was the reason for a diff. street date anyway? Prize said optimization, but I don't think that's an issue as copies have already shipped and are even being sold early.
The PC version is sliding back from its original release date of October 20 in North America to October 26. The international version of the PC game will slide back further to October 30. The North American PS3 and 360 versions of the game will be unaffected, and the international versions for the PS3 and 360 will still ship on October 23.
We contacted 2K Games for an explanation on the slight delay for the game, and Charlie Sinhaseni, Senior PR Manager said, "We're optimizing the PC version which takes a few days longer than expected. Borderlands for PC will ship on October 26th."
http://uk.pc.ign.com/articles/102/1027438p1.html
Bolding mine, of course.
"We're used to people respecting us by lying..."
-Tycho Brahe
Telefrog
10-22-2009, 07:27 PM
Finally preloaded! Woohoo! Now I can stare at the tiny Steam icon and yearn for it even more.
mightbe
10-22-2009, 08:21 PM
That's one aspect of DD that does get to me. The files are available to download, but not to play? Bull.
Well, lots of times the pre-loading is just art assets and resource information that makes up 95%+ of the game. The actual executable code is minuscule by comparison. So they'll load you everything except what you actually need to play the game.
Lots of times they'll hold up the release of a game to push a small compatibility patch at release. This won't be on the disk (obviously, as printing takes a good while) but it will improve the quality of the experience at initial purpose as just about everyone's first instinct if a program has a problem is to patch/update.
And while pre-loading is convenient for you, it's also a lot less of a strain on the folks hosting the game to make sure everyone can pull the full monty on release day. So it's a win/win. As to why you can't play it yet, that's just so they can line it up with the physical release and have their support staff ready in case something major goes wrong.
MagGnome
10-22-2009, 09:56 PM
I wish that Torchlight was available to pre-load. I'm sure the game won't be very big, but my internet connection is a little slow and I want to play as soon as I get home on Tuesday night.
Most likely I will start the download in the morning before work.
Vigil80
10-22-2009, 10:08 PM
Yeah I know, pre-loading makes sense in a lot of ways. But it's that psychological factor, like a pie cooling on a window sill. A pie made of cel-shaded gibs.
On that note, who else is playing the night of release? I want a 4 man squad ready to hit the dirt as soon as the thing goes live, like a SWAT team. :D
Acidpoptart
10-22-2009, 11:19 PM
Hey does anyone have a space for one more? I already got mine, but my roomie was looking to get in on this too.
CappinCanuck
10-23-2009, 12:22 AM
Hey does anyone have a space for one more? I already got mine, but my roomie was looking to get in on this too.
Well, if I can't get into Ani's final spot heh, it looks like we're close to another group at least.
Myself
LiquidRain
Acidpoptart
+1?
Well, if I can't get into Ani's final spot heh, it looks like we're close to another group at least.
Myself
LiquidRain
Acidpoptart
+1?
I'm also looking for a spot. I'm going to try and push my boss to give me my paycheck tomorrow but by latest mid next week. I am in no way trying to sucker anybody out for a free game, it's the situation i'm in and understand if you want to find someone else. :)
Brady
10-23-2009, 09:05 AM
Thanks total!
Preloading now! woohoo!
Acidpoptart
10-23-2009, 08:22 PM
Well, if I can't get into Ani's final spot heh, it looks like we're close to another group at least.
Myself
LiquidRain
Acidpoptart
+1?
So is this going to happen? My roomie is ready to get in on the Borderlands action. Also: I had trouble adding you on steam... says CappinCanuck was not found?
Sazime
10-23-2009, 09:20 PM
So is this going to happen? My roomie is ready to get in on the Borderlands action. Also: I had trouble adding you on steam... says CappinCanuck was not found?
Cappin'Canuck, sir. Check that apostrophe!
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