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General discussionRemoved from catalog: Fallout 1, 2, & Tactics(1041 posts)(1041 posts)
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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 Gift-codes for these three games acquired in our recent giveaway are no longer valid.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 July 14, 2015
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darthspudius: Maybe they do support Anti-DRM, does not mean that putting the game on GOG is good business. Believe it or not, GOG is not entitled to every game just solely on the fact they don't have DRM. I support the idea of being Anti-DRM but I still use Steam and all those other condemned programs, does that make me a joke?
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Enebias: I don't think this is what Klumpen0815 meant.
Bethesda being anti-DRM is a joke because not only none of their new releases have been DRM-free anywhere and anytime, but they even added the Steam requirement to their new editions of formerly DRM-free older games.
Not bringing back the games on GOG is just another drop in the sea which further enforces the idea that their anti-DRM stance is a ridiculous farce. You don't even need to do serious researches to see they're blatantly lying (unless they meant that the developing studio would be in favour of no DRM, if Zenimax allowed it), just look at the product pages!

Saying this does not imply praising GOG or thinking that all DRMfreeness should be here by Imperial Decree.
Last I saw on the Steam forums, they added it because people asked for it. Strange isn't it.
Posted July 14, 2015
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darthspudius: Last I saw on the Steam forums, they added it because people asked for it. Strange isn't it.
Not at all, but that is meaningless in this context. Actually, under another point of view your statement could support my point: why adding Steam to an already perfectly functional DRM-free game? Following their reasoning, it would just be a waste of money. Steam has the exclusive on several DRM-free games already, so they could have easily distributed a DRM-free Morrowind (for example) without stepping outside Valve's store.
By adding DRM, though, they have only shown that they are as far from anti-DRM as they can be.

Edited for obscene grammar.

Edit 2- I'll say more: they didn't even claim to be in favour of DRM-free games, they explicitly said they are "as anti-DRM as they can be". Wouldn't that mean that based on their politics they shouldn't use DRM at all, regardless of where?
Post edited July 14, 2015 by Enebias
Posted July 14, 2015
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darthspudius: Last I saw on the Steam forums, they added it because people asked for it. Strange isn't it.
Well, newer retail versions of Morrowind and Oblivion require Steam and they aren't simply a case of being DRM-free on Steam - Bethesda went to the effort of adding Steam DRM too.

Skyrim at launch was a case of being "DRM-free on Steam" and Bethesda wasted no time putting out a forced patch to add Steam DRM.

Bethesda's actions strongly indicate that they're very much pro-DRM.
Posted July 14, 2015
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darthspudius: Last I saw on the Steam forums, they added it because people asked for it. Strange isn't it.
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adamhm: Well, newer retail versions of Morrowind and Oblivion require Steam and they aren't simply a case of being DRM-free on Steam - Bethesda went to the effort of adding Steam DRM too.

Skyrim at launch was a case of being "DRM-free on Steam" and Bethesda wasted no time putting out a forced patch to add Steam DRM.

Bethesda's actions strongly indicate that they're very much pro-DRM.
There is new retail editions?
Posted July 14, 2015
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darthspudius: There is new retail editions?
This one by Mastertronic.
Posted July 14, 2015
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darthspudius: There is new retail editions?
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Grargar: This one by Mastertronic.
I have to admit I did not know about that. Never seen it before. But if Amazon isn't stalking it then I'm going to assume it isn't exactly readily available, at least in the UK.
Posted July 14, 2015
Amazon is stocking it, they're just not the cheapest: http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/offer-listing/B00FMJL4RC/ref=dp_olp_new?ie=UTF8&amp;condition=new
Posted July 14, 2015
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adamhm: Amazon is stocking it, they're just not the cheapest: http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/offer-listing/B00FMJL4RC/ref=dp_olp_new?ie=UTF8&amp;condition=new
Whoops didn't see that. So when did this come out?
Posted July 14, 2015
Release Date: 21 Feb. 2014 according to Amazon
Posted July 14, 2015
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adamhm: Release Date: 21 Feb. 2014 according to Amazon
I never trust their release dates haha. I still have this game in a limited edition leather sleeve from the old days. Only used once. Should start a Steam free auction. :D
Posted July 14, 2015
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darthspudius: I have to admit I did not know about that. Never seen it before. But if Amazon isn't stalking it then I'm going to assume it isn't exactly readily available, at least in the UK.
That just made me do a double take. They're not even pronounced the same!
Posted July 14, 2015
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darthspudius: I have to admit I did not know about that. Never seen it before. But if Amazon isn't stalking it then I'm going to assume it isn't exactly readily available, at least in the UK.
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SirPrimalform: That just made me do a double take. They're not even pronounced the same!
yeah I noticed that too, I couldn't be arsed changing it. :D
Posted July 14, 2015
Who revived this necro thread that burns my eyes?
Posted July 14, 2015
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truezaan: I have the game on CD, I have these games in the Steam , I want them in Gog !
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Elmofongo: I'm one of the few to still have it on my library.
Few? They gave 'em away for free before they were removed, remember? Or did they even remove them from accounts at some point? Either way, I downloaded the installers long ago, so I'm good. :)
Posted July 14, 2015
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CharlesGrey: Few? They gave 'em away for free before they were removed, remember? Or did they even remove them from accounts at some point? Either way, I downloaded the installers long ago, so I'm good. :)
Bear in mind that there was a huge influx of users concurrent with the release of the Witcher 3, so it's a fair bet that those of us who own the Fallout trilogy are indeed in the minority, at least technically speaking.
Post edited July 14, 2015 by jamyskis
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