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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 Gift-codes for these three games acquired in our recent giveaway are no longer valid.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 February 11, 2014
It wouldn't surprise me if the plan is to put them out again just before or alongside a new Fallout game as a promotional thing (or a preorder bonus). It wouldn't have the same impact if they were re-released well in advance.
Post edited February 11, 2014 by Garran
Posted February 11, 2014
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Niggles: Doesn't anyone find it strange its not been put back up for sale anywhere.... and its been close to a month?
Adding trading cards and achievements seems to be a very comlicated process...
Posted February 11, 2014
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Garran: It wouldn't surprise me if the plan is to put them out again just before or alongside a new Fallout game as a promotional thing (or a preorder bonus). It wouldn't have the same impact if they were re-released well in advance.
That's a very plausible speculation as Bethesda's often done that to promote its big franchise titles, mainly the Elder Scrolls. Actually really happy they released Daggerfall - still the creme de la creme of FPSRPGs - as freeware as physical copies of that are really expensive these days. I will not be surprised that they do the same with Fallout 4 around the corner.
Post edited February 11, 2014 by Eniena
Posted February 11, 2014
I'm sure they're waiting for a Steam Fallout weekend thing, perhaps even to coincide with the Fallout 4 announcement.
Posted March 06, 2014
I'd like GOG to consider my suggestion regarding store page removal for removed from GOG games.
https://secure.gog.com/wishlist/site/keep_store_page_for_removed_games_with_disabled_purchasing
Posted March 06, 2014
Sorry to see this happened Fallout is great and nobody should be denied the privilege of owning and playing all the games in the series. Just decided to re download/install these games today. All was well but it seems I cannot get the Fallout installer to come down from GOG. Is anyone else experiencing this?

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It is downloading just not showing the status or any information in GOG Downloader
Post edited March 06, 2014 by ronnocoenahs
Posted March 08, 2014
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Neobr10: I think that's some slippery slope right there, especially when such a case has never happened, but the opposite has (a DRMed game than went DRM-free, such as HL2). But, well, whatever floats your boat. If you don't like Steam there really is no reason to use it.

Steam indeed is not commited to selling DRM-free games. I was just pointing out the fact that Steam =/= DRM. Steam is just a digital store like any other. Not every game on it has DRM.
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JAAHAS: I could swear reading in one these Steam/DRM threads that Bethesda either retroactively added CEG on Skyrim or had temporarily forgotten to apply it on some of it's updates. If someone had then added Skyrim on the "DRM-free games on Steam" list and I would proceed to purchase it just one minute before Bethesda added CEG, what would be my chances to get a refund if I only found out my mistake after installing the game?

There is are two reason why I don't support Steam, first and foremost I refuse to use a service that gives the publishers the power to remotely disable my bought games and secondly I knew from the beginning that centralized client with automatic updates would lead to a nightmarish future where being able to keep working offline backups would require managing which of the multiple versions of the client gets shifted as the active one for this and that game.
AMEN! I'm with you on this. I do not use STEAM and never will. I hate this kind of shit. If I buy a game, it should run stand-alone (no internet connection required) and forever without fuss.
Posted March 08, 2014
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JAAHAS: I could swear reading in one these Steam/DRM threads that Bethesda either retroactively added CEG on Skyrim or had temporarily forgotten to apply it on some of it's updates. If someone had then added Skyrim on the "DRM-free games on Steam" list and I would proceed to purchase it just one minute before Bethesda added CEG, what would be my chances to get a refund if I only found out my mistake after installing the game?

There is are two reason why I don't support Steam, first and foremost I refuse to use a service that gives the publishers the power to remotely disable my bought games and secondly I knew from the beginning that centralized client with automatic updates would lead to a nightmarish future where being able to keep working offline backups would require managing which of the multiple versions of the client gets shifted as the active one for this and that game.
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Bron: AMEN! I'm with you on this. I do not use STEAM and never will. I hate this kind of shit. If I buy a game, it should run stand-alone (no internet connection required) and forever without fuss.
Totally agree, I got suckered into getting a Steam game (on disc via Amazon.com) it was the the worst experience I've had with a PC game ever (including the time I bought a legit game & the disc was blank
Posted March 08, 2014
Quick question: I gifted the Fallouts when they were free to a friend of mine who had actually already bought the games on GOG a long time ago. Will the code in "My Gifts" still work if I give it to someone here on the forums?
Posted March 08, 2014
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Dzsono: Quick question: I gifted the Fallouts when they were free to a friend of mine who had actually already bought the games on GOG a long time ago. Will the code in "My Gifts" still work if I give it to someone here on the forums?
Unfortunately, not.
Posted March 08, 2014
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Dzsono: Quick question: I gifted the Fallouts when they were free to a friend of mine who had actually already bought the games on GOG a long time ago. Will the code in "My Gifts" still work if I give it to someone here on the forums?
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Grargar: Unfortunately, not.
Thanks for the response, Grargar. It seems if I contact support they'll remove the offending code from my gift list. Cheers :D
Posted March 08, 2014
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Grargar: Unfortunately, not.
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Dzsono: Thanks for the response, Grargar. It seems if I contact support they'll remove the offending code from my gift list. Cheers :D
Or you could wait and hope for Bethesda to stop being idiots (yeah, right) and put the games back up here, perhaps the code will work again?

EDIT: Then again, if they actually do that, perhaps they deserve the $9.99 a new code will likely cost.
Post edited March 08, 2014 by Maighstir
Posted March 08, 2014
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Dzsono: Thanks for the response, Grargar. It seems if I contact support they'll remove the offending code from my gift list. Cheers :D
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Maighstir: Or you could wait and hope for Bethesda to stop being idiots (yeah, right) and put the games back up here, perhaps the code will work again?
Hehe, I don't think I'm going to bet on that pony :)
Posted March 10, 2014
Aww man that really sucks, I am glad I got them before this happened then! :D
Posted March 10, 2014
Its been about a month and a half? (i guess) since game is unavailable for purchase. I know Bethesda is huge, but a game series like this would still be making sales somewhere all the time - im wondering if there is more to the Interplay/Bethesda thing?
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