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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 Gift-codes for these three games acquired in our recent giveaway are no longer valid.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 December 31, 2013
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nikmousa: It's sad to see Fallout go, I just hope that bethesda/zenimax corrects this at some point.
And just a /salute to GOG for letting the 3 games for free as a farewell gift.
Most of the us may have them bought them both on retail and digital download, but I really appreciate what GOG did, so that the old Fallout can reach maximum audience.
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liamphoenix: The games deserve it. I've replayed 1, 2, and Tactics many times and still fire them up to this day. Never bothered to finish Fallout 3 and I haven't even turned on New Vegas.
Don't judge New Vegas by Fallout 3, they couldn't be more different without being on a different engine all together.
Posted December 31, 2013
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liamphoenix: The games deserve it. I've replayed 1, 2, and Tactics many times and still fire them up to this day. Never bothered to finish Fallout 3 and I haven't even turned on New Vegas.
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Profanity: Don't judge New Vegas by Fallout 3, they couldn't be more different without being on a different engine all together.
I may have to fire up New Vegas then. I paid $20 for both with all DLC, if New Vegas is worth it I may not feel ripped off anymore :P

Still, not ready to forgive Bethesda after the whole you buy Skyrim boxed and are forced to install Steam thing, they'd need to patch that out and stop pulling stuff like that for a while before I stop being very wary of their releases. Not quite BiowEAr wary, but enough that I won't be pre-ordering anymore.
Posted December 31, 2013
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Morten79: A very sad announcement. I hope it will be added back later this year, but I highly doubt it.
It doesn't seem likely at this point, but I guess anything's possible in the future.
Posted December 31, 2013
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liamphoenix: The games deserve it. I've replayed 1, 2, and Tactics many times and still fire them up to this day. Never bothered to finish Fallout 3 and I haven't even turned on New Vegas.
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Profanity: Don't judge New Vegas by Fallout 3, they couldn't be more different without being on a different engine all together.
I've played Fallout 3 and about 3/4 of New Vegas, and I would say that NV is superior than 3 in most ways, at least from what I've seen so far. Eventually I'll get around to finishing it off.

As far as post nuclear goes, I think I'll take the Stalker series over those two, though, judging by what I've seen from SOC so far. If there was just a few more RPG elements added into SOC, it would easily trump any post nuclear RPG to come from Bethesda imo.
Posted December 31, 2013
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JohnnyDollar: I've played Fallout 3 and about 3/4 of New Vegas, and I would say that NV is superior than 3 in most ways, at least from what I've seen so far. Eventually I'll get around to finishing it off.
Basically, Fallout 3 had far better world design and just much more detailed world to explore, while having much more crappy writing and dialogue.

New Vegas is exactly the other way around - great writing and quests, world is quite meh tho.

I kind of wish Obsidian and Bethesda would properly join forces for Fallout 4.

And yeah, STALKER is ... One of a kind. Not even the sequels are quite as good.
Post edited December 31, 2013 by Fenixp
Posted December 31, 2013
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Morten79: A very sad announcement. I hope it will be added back later this year, but I highly doubt it.
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mondo84: It doesn't seem likely at this point, but I guess anything's possible in the future.
Normally I don't believe in miracles.
Posted December 31, 2013
There are also the XBLA games that I'd love to see come here. Somehow I doubt Mark of the Ninja or Deadlight will be showing up here.

Seems like "Microsoft Studio" is a bit reluctant to let games go, it definitely took Shadowrun Returns long enough to be negotiated out of lockdown with Harebrained actively trying to get it out there, I don't think most will put in the effort to release their games to a non-Console/Steam audience.
Posted December 31, 2013
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mondo84: It doesn't seem likely at this point, but I guess anything's possible in the future.
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Morten79: Normally I don't believe in miracles.
I don't think it's likely, but I imagine GOG will do their best to negotiate with Zenimax/Bethesda. If they work something out, great. If not, well, we still have Jack Keane 2. :p
Posted December 31, 2013
This of course moves the chance of Fallout 1 and 2 being updated to be the uncensored versions so much further towards 0.
Posted December 31, 2013
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Redfern: Oh, Cat Lady...if you developer,i sorry i cannot discuss this game with you, since i still not found...not kicked myself in ass enough to actually try it, but i should. And if you really developer, then how about adding linux version of it on Desura? there is way to package AGS games with linux-ported runtime, you know? WadgetEye already did that with Gemini Rue
Nah, I'd love to be as talented, hard working and skilled individual as the developer of The Cat Lady, but unfortunatelly I'm not :) And if I ever made something that was rejected... I guess I would not dare to come and complain about it. As a fan, I felt OK about coming and complaining at the time :) I simply wanted to have the game I really enjoyed on my virtual shelf. Now I know I should've taken different approach about it but in the end it tuned out fine.
About Mac \ Linux ports - you must ask m0ds (publisher of the game). He's active in The Cat Lady subfoum.
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Redfern: Next...platformers...well, heck, yes. There is little too much indie platformers lately, i stumbled in that problem too. A cannot blame not peoples not developers, but there is really little too much of them. But that doesnt means they necessary bad. Trine is platformer too after all.
Trine series already made the name for itself. When a new company comes with their brand new puzzle platformer... well, just read (both the article and the forum discussion):
http://www.gog.com/forum/general/another_indie_postmortem_ethan_meteor_hunter/page1
Post edited December 31, 2013 by Novotnus
Posted December 31, 2013
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Fenixp: Basically, Fallout 3 had far better world design and just much more detailed world to explore, while having much more crappy writing and dialogue.

New Vegas is exactly the other way around - great writing and quests, world is quite meh tho.

I kind of wish Obsidian and Bethesda would properly join forces for Fallout 4.

And yeah, STALKER is ... One of a kind. Not even the sequels are quite as good.
I couldn't take Fallout 3 very seriously, which isn't necessarily a bad thing on it's own, but it was with that game in my view.

Take Little Lamplight for example. A little town full of nothing but kids under ~12 years of age with a mayor from the Little Rascals. Come on, it's right next to Valut 87 (or whatever the #), the source of the super mutants. These mutants are terrorizing DC and capturing its inhabitants in order to try and expand their numbers, and the only thing that separates them from Little Lamplight is a rinky dink wooden fence.

An occasional laugh ain't bad, but I want to take a post nuclear game a little more seriously than that.
Posted December 31, 2013
This makes me sad, not leastly because now the chance and ease of getting the US releases of these titles is slim and difficult.
Posted December 31, 2013
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Novotnus: They bribe customers with Steam features to push DRM, regional pricing and all that. It works for enough customers, so the publishers feel that they don't need to satisfy remaining gamers, who'd gladly sacrifice Steam features for DRM-free, one fair price for the whole world release.
I don't think "bribing" is the right word to describe it. Steam offers many features that people enjoy, that's why it's currently the biggest digital distribution platform. What's the problem with enjoying aumatic updates, achievements, low prices, Steamworkshop and the social features? Not everyone cares about DRM. And out of all the DRM methods, Steam is by far the least intrusive out there. It's not a matter of "bribing" customers, it's a matter of offering a service that people enjoy.

About the regional pricing stuff, i'd like to point out that it isn't always a bad thing. While thare are some regions that get some fucked up prices, there others that get lower prices, like Russia and Brazil. This is a good thing for countries with a much lower average income.

So, for me even when GOG matches the discount offered on Steam, Steam is still cheaper because i can pay in my local currency instead of dollars (which means i don't have to pay taxes over international transactions) and the price is already cheaper (the prices for our store don't follow the currency fluctuation). At the end of the day, guess which store is better for us? The one that offers a "global fair price" or the one that offers regional pricing? Stop assuming that "regional pricing is evil". This is not always the case.
Posted December 31, 2013
As I own the game, I know I can still install the game from my account, but will these games be removed from my account in the future? Which means that I have to make backup of the install files.
Posted December 31, 2013
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sauvignon1: War...has changed.
It definitely has my friend.

Hey, want to burn some copies of Evangelion? :P
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