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Posted December 31, 2013
Today, we bid farewell to the legendary post-apocalyptic 2D classics.

Due to circumstances beyond our control, we needed to pull the three classic Fallout games, that is Fallout, Fallout 2, and Fallout Tactics, from sale and remove them from our DRM-free catalog. These classic titles have been with us since day one, that is for over 5 years now, and they were always one of the highlights of the selection of games that we offer. There are very few titles in the history of computer role-playing games, that have had so much impact on the gaming landscape, players' expectations, and even the popular culture. The iconic setting, the memorable quotes, and unparalleled amount of fun and challenge these games provide--it's all burned in the memory of a whole generation of gamers. Probably even more than just one generation. It was an honor to have you here, Fallout. Take good care of yourself out there, try not to mistake a gecko for G.E.C.K. (not even remotely the same thing!), and remember to take your Rad-X pills!

<img src="http://www.gog.com/upload/images/2013/12/0100650e79ca7799caa0064b2e2611a62396ed6f.png">

All those who acquired Fallout, Fallout 2, or Fallout Tactics on GOG.com prior to the date of removal (that is before Tuesday, December 31st 2013, at 3:59PM GMT), will still be able to download the games' install files (as well as the bonus content) via the "My Games" section of their user accounts. Gift-codes for these three games acquired in our recent giveaway are no longer valid. However, if you own a gift-code for any or all of them that was purchased outside of the said giveaway, you'll still be able to redeem it in the foreseeable future.

We sincerely apologize for all the inconvenience this situation may have caused you. We invite you to browse through 671 other fantastic titles offered in our DRM-free catalog of the best games in history, and we wish you a Happy New Year of gaming!
Posted January 16, 2014
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starduke: Hmm, y'know, Bethesda is getting pretty close to being a Dev I don't buy games from. And I love their Fallout game, and The Elder Scrolls. But, when a company's business practices are as bad as theirs, I don't think they deserve my money.
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RafaelLopez: This.
companies like that, i buy used, and no dlc when they're available, unless they're free. like pretty much everything regarding EA.
Posted January 16, 2014
I still can't believe it. Fallout 1&2 are the games I've repurchased most in my collection and it's practically a crime that such a horrible thing has now happened. I just hope GOG will be at the forefront to bring them back.
Even if I already have them here, I wouldn't want others to miss out on these great games.
Posted January 16, 2014
Why was it pulled at all? Smells like corporate bullshit to me.
Posted January 16, 2014
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Gvaz: Why was it pulled at all? Smells like corporate bullshit to me.
Because after a court order Interplay no longer has the right to sell Fallout games. The IP is fully owned by Bethesda now. Hopefully, they and GOG will be able to find common ground, and the titles will return.
Posted January 16, 2014
I apologize ahead of time if this question has been asked and answered before, but this thread has grown quite lengthy, and I couldn't find an answer.

Although these three titles are no longer available for purchase here on GOG, it was stated that if you purchased the titles before they were pulled, you would still be allowed to download them. No luck with trying that today. Are they now unavailable for people who purchased them prior to the "pull"?
Posted January 16, 2014
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RozikRitclave: ...
I have just finished downloading Fallout, so there's probably some issue on your end
Posted January 16, 2014
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RafaelLopez: This.
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torque800: companies like that, i buy used, and no dlc when they're available, unless they're free. like pretty much everything regarding EA.
This too, but I tend to wait till they release a package of the complete game including all DLC if possible. That's why I wait 1-2 years before playing Bethesda these days.

By the way, though this is terrible news for fans like me, it doesn't really surprise me much, and frankly the games will probably return fairly soon. From the news I gather Bethesda is already working to make these games available quickly again.
Post edited January 16, 2014 by RafaelLopez
Posted January 16, 2014
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Kristian: If Bethesda had signed a contract with GOG they wouldn't have to remove the games.
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JMich: Why haven't you yet complained to Aardman Animations for forcing GOG to remove Wallace & Gromit, or to Huki and Jigebren for forcing GOG to remove Re-Volt? Current (up to removal) publishers lost (or never had) the right to the game, so the change of IP ownership caused GOG to remove said games.

So no, blaming Bethesda for not having signed a contract is like saying that it's Emma Watson's fault that she hasn't replaced my previous girlfriend yet. Previous contract expired, new one hasn't been signed. Emma's fault for it, right?
Wait, when did gog remove re-volt? I failed to buy it in time...

EDIT: Actually, I noticed that I got it during the Christmas sale but still!
Post edited January 16, 2014 by Tpiom
Posted January 16, 2014
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RozikRitclave: ...
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Fenixp: I have just finished downloading Fallout, so there's probably some issue on your end
Thanx, I'll try again.
Posted January 17, 2014
I Honestly think CD Projekt RED should get the rights to the Fallout series. Fallout 3 was great, but it doesn't hold a candle to the original games. Plus, there's still a lot of bugs in both Fallout 3 and New Vegas that haven't been fixed.
Posted January 17, 2014
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LegallyBlindGame: I Honestly think CD Projekt RED should get the rights to the Fallout series. Fallout 3 was great, but it doesn't hold a candle to the original games. Plus, there's still a lot of bugs in both Fallout 3 and New Vegas that haven't been fixed.
Just have Bethesda give it to InXile ........they had to go out and kickstart a game to prove they are the true successors that deserve the franchise.
Posted January 17, 2014
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innerring: It was on Steam but was pulled. Retail keys (from physical copies) can still be registered on Steam though.
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Grargar: I was aware of that, but it's been over 4 years since its removal. What makes this interesting, is that the rights to the game were purchased by Zenimax mere months before its removal.
But Steam had already run out of keys for it by that time from what I recall, and pushes to get more haven't ended even now from people that want to play the game.
Posted January 17, 2014
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CeriCat: But Steam had already run out of keys for it by that time from what I recall, and pushes to get more haven't ended even now from people that want to play the game.
According to my post above, Zenimax acquired Prey on September 2009. The Prey Steam sale occurred on December 2009, whereupon the Steam keys ran out.
Post edited January 17, 2014 by Grargar
Posted January 17, 2014
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torque800: companies like that, i buy used, and no dlc when they're available, unless they're free. like pretty much everything regarding EA.
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RafaelLopez: This too, but I tend to wait till they release a package of the complete game including all DLC if possible. That's why I wait 1-2 years before playing Bethesda these days.

By the way, though this is terrible news for fans like me, it doesn't really surprise me much, and frankly the games will probably return fairly soon. From the news I gather Bethesda is already working to make these games available quickly again.
What news are you talking about? AFAIK Bethesda has only said that they will priortize Steam not that the games will return to GOG.
Posted January 17, 2014
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RafaelLopez: This too, but I tend to wait till they release a package of the complete game including all DLC if possible. That's why I wait 1-2 years before playing Bethesda these days.

By the way, though this is terrible news for fans like me, it doesn't really surprise me much, and frankly the games will probably return fairly soon. From the news I gather Bethesda is already working to make these games available quickly again.
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Kristian: What news are you talking about? AFAIK Bethesda has only said that they will priortize Steam not that the games will return to GOG.
The same news you read apparently. There's no reason not to put those games back in business right here too, the fact that they'll prioritize Steam means it's going to take a while but doesn't mean it won't happen like in this year.

Sure, Beth is inclined to DRM, but such old games, and how they sell well here... I think it's going to be the beginning of their relationship with GOG, finally.
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