platforms offering digital versions without third-party software (similar to GOG)

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IAmTurtle_
Junior Member

02-01-2016, 12:32 AM

Hello, I strongly dislike the need for additional apps to run and install games I buy. I prefer downloading installation files so I can install them anytime, anywhere, without depending on third-party tools after every OS update. I was very pleased when I found GOG.com, as it meets that need, but its selection is quite narrow. Would you like to know if there are other services like that? Thanks :-)

IAmTurtle_

02-01-2016, 12:32 AM #1

betomblok
Member

196

02-06-2016, 07:10 AM

Absolutely, that's a solid point. No DRM really adds value.

betomblok

02-06-2016, 07:10 AM #2

Absolutely, that's a solid point. No DRM really adds value.

Prime3656
Member

158

02-06-2016, 10:42 AM

Absolutely, it’s much more intuitive, and I really appreciate it :-) . It’s frustrating when you purchase something only to find it unusable.

Prime3656

02-06-2016, 10:42 AM #3

Absolutely, it’s much more intuitive, and I really appreciate it :-) . It’s frustrating when you purchase something only to find it unusable.

DangoBravo
Posting Freak

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02-07-2016, 09:08 PM

Steam doesn't impose much DRM since you can enjoy games without an internet connection. Unless you include Steam as a third-party service.

DangoBravo

02-07-2016, 09:08 PM #4

Steam doesn't impose much DRM since you can enjoy games without an internet connection. Unless you include Steam as a third-party service.

DJ_PvPz
Member

184

02-08-2016, 07:22 PM

You must begin the process by heating, not every title does.

DJ_PvPz

02-08-2016, 07:22 PM #5

You must begin the process by heating, not every title does.

Mr_Iskold
Junior Member

02-09-2016, 01:28 PM

Previously, I used to find the app intrusive. I spent a lot of time removing it from the registry. I also don’t really appreciate how much market share they claim to have, especially since being a successful PC game developer without Steam is challenging for me. I favor more variety in this area. I’m sorry, but I’m confused about what “sti” means or if there was a typo. I know the “go offline” feature in Steam, but it still feels odd, and after my last experience with that app I really didn’t like it.

Mr_Iskold

02-09-2016, 01:28 PM #6

bengalwatcher
Posting Freak

801

02-11-2016, 11:10 AM

Yes, I noticed the mistake. You still need to remind me.

bengalwatcher

02-11-2016, 11:10 AM #7

Yes, I noticed the mistake. You still need to remind me.

CreeperNation_
Junior Member

02-11-2016, 04:23 PM

Absolutely, I understand. The offline mode does have some problems, and it can become quite frustrating during travel.

CreeperNation_

02-11-2016, 04:23 PM #8

Absolutely, I understand. The offline mode does have some problems, and it can become quite frustrating during travel.

DesignRooms
Junior Member

02-11-2016, 04:29 PM

That's correct, Disks is the only DRM-free solution I'm aware of.

DesignRooms

02-11-2016, 04:29 PM #9

That's correct, Disks is the only DRM-free solution I'm aware of.

mrminer02
Member

183

02-12-2016, 11:35 AM

#10

It doesn't seem to bother you much anymore, if any at all. I usually manage to tolerate the steam for a short time when it helps me get my library organized. Almost every game works this way.

mrminer02

02-12-2016, 11:35 AM #10

It doesn't seem to bother you much anymore, if any at all. I usually manage to tolerate the steam for a short time when it helps me get my library organized. Almost every game works this way.

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