said by Flizesh :

I'm not paying 20 bucks for DoD Source

said by Bill :

I never understood why they sold it with Half-Life 2 packages and it wasn't going to be released until a year later.

I just hope Steam doesn't come to a complete halt like it did when CS:S (beta) came out.

Anyways, I'll be buying it this weekend

said by G_Poobah :

But, remember, you're not buying it, you're only renting it. As soon as Valve goes bankrupt (and they all do, eventually), all your stuff will stop working. That's reason enough not to spend money to support a product.

said by PixelFreak :

Actually, from past experience, (can't remember specific example), I recall a company that simply made one final change to their software before they shuttered their doors - they enabled the software to no longer require the main servers to function to avoid hosing all those loyal customers that had purchased the software.

Also, vALVE is far from being in financial trouble. They are alive and kicking in their Kirkland office and continue to develop quality products that generate revenue. After all, what other companies have you seen successfully throw off the shackles of an overbearing distribution agreement and still walk away profitable?

Yeah, keep those doomsday comments to yourself unless you have proof to show they are "going under". Troll.

said by G_Poobah :

But, remember, you're not buying it, you're only renting it. As soon as Valve goes bankrupt (and they all do, eventually), all your stuff will stop working. That's reason enough not to spend money to support a product.

said by cableties :

its rather arrogance to curb piracy at the "legit" buyer's expense (and time).

said by cableties :

Sorry but I found Valve (Half Life 2) distribution model cumbersome and lethargic.

The buyer is required to have a fast Broadband connection.
The buyer gets 6 CDs to install from (last I looked, the Gold package didn't include a DVD but was supposed to).
And after a lengthy installation, you must then download more updates. If the server(s) aren't overloaded as it was, its rather arrogance to curb piracy at the "legit" buyer's expense (and time).

Personally, M$ and Sony licensed game companies will take over the gaming market. Only High-end PCs and limited games will be available to PC users. The marketshare will be the console users and their online gaming. Its already beginning. I recommend a BUY of EA stock...

said by Flizesh :

I'm not paying 20 bucks for DoD Source

said by G_Poobah :

But, remember, you're not buying it, you're only renting it. As soon as Valve goes bankrupt (and they all do, eventually), all your stuff will stop working. That's reason enough not to spend money to support a product.