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Some publishers, not to long ago, made an "Extended" or "Directoror's Cut" version of theyr games and asked the user a little fee for a short time period to upgrade (if I recall correctly this happened for "Hard Reset", "Dead Island" and "Metro 2033" games).
This, according to me, is the right way: I already own a game, you port it to Linux or enhance it in some substantial way, let me pay a fair price for a short period of time to buy the new version. Anyway, let me choose to upgrade or not.
A "fair price" to me is "not more than 10 euros", but "not more than 7 euros" would be better.

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From the Steam reviews, it sounds like a game with the wrong difficulty for me. So I'll probably give this a miss. Maybe something for Samsai with his speedrunner finger. :P

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I think you missed one aspect of the problem. With some porters being paid from the platform sales, there is the whole issues of "windows keys" on separate key stores. The whole separation may simply be a result of not losing a large portion of their income to key resellers that won't register the intended platform.

There is one issue I'm not too happy about though. The sales price would generally be a split between the original developer (for the rights to the content) and the porter (for the work on the Linux port). If you already have the Windows version and you buy the Linux version again, you'd basically be paying more than just the port. Looking at that, it would probably be fair to add a "DLC" fee for the right to the port. I suppose it's too complex to bother with for a 4 Euro game.

For me it would never be a problem though either way, since I only buy Linux stuff anyway.

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Hopefully they release the Linux version on GOG. I know that sometimes lags behind so maybe it's in the works.

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Eventhough I am a HUGE linux supporter I do have a problem with that. Because it literally takes away what is awesome that I can use my games across all OSs as I like which is really awesome Steam feature and I wouldn't want to be stuck with only WIndows or Linux versions and it would be a mess, since there might be situations where I had to use other OSs or even Mac... there should be other ways to get porters paid, not charging seperately for the 2 platforms and it is on Valve and developers to find a more acceptable and proper way to make sure that Feral and other great companies get paid. So I am totally against locking things down, I'm always for openness, that's just my opinion.

And I'm primarily a consumer and then Linux fan. I like Linux for being so open and so awesome to its users. If that ever changes my opinion would probably change too.

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I have no problem with paying again for old games I have leftover from my windows days, though I would prefer its not at original full retail!. Simply put I no longer play them, so without a port I would either never touch them again or resort to playing via WINE.

Its a moot point for new games! As for sales, I have so little free time that by the time i get round to games they are on discount anyway but in and of itself I have no expectation of a a game having to be on Sale for me to buy. in fact I have for a couple of titles actually waited til the sale ended to show my support by purchasing at full retail.


EDITED: Poor English corrected

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I love the first two episodes to bits. Sure there are a few rough edges, but all that personality and charm makes them easy to forgive. Indie adventure gaming at its finest.

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Fallout 4 on Linux - confirmed. :D

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You make a good case.

I do think what Steam does/did with Steamplay should be the default practice, however I also agree that it's acceptable in certain cases, and you have illustrated quite well when and why it is.

My only concern is if this practice became too widespread, people using other platforms won't be able to assume that everything they own which has been ported will be available to them when they switch to Linux, and that could become a yet another significant deterrent. But I don't believe it will become that widespread.

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I think it totally makes sense for such a game. It's old, and it's somewhat special. About everbody who's interested in it will already own it. There's no money to be made by a port except when asking for additional money. That said, some recognition for those who already own it, like a cheaper upgrade, would be nice.. On the other hand - it's so cheap in the first place...

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Obviously this wouldn't be a problem if people just stuck to Linux and Linux games. Shame on those that have bought Windows games! /s

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Might be a good idea to add links to games that have been reviewed on site

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Yay!!! I've been waiting for what seemed forever for it to drop. Very much enjoyed the first two.

If I have one beef with episodic games, is that I lack the patience and fortitude of character to wait for the next installment. Same reason why I normally binge watch entire seasons of TV shows over a weekend :-)

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No problem with it either, I have several games I've barely touched though I guess I'm more hyped for Cossacks.

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Was it actually confirmed to have a Linux version on day one?

I will be needing this though. I never played the original of this one.

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Quoting: laghHi,

I haven't bought CIV6 yet and would appreciate some advise
from my fellow Linux gamers:
Is CIV6 worth it compared to CIV5? Do the new features justify
the price tag? What do you think, is it worth a buy?

Best regards,

lagh

I only have about 23h playing time, but in my opinion Civ 6 is great. Some things changed dramatically (e.g. districts, civics and builders), but I really like the changes. If you are a real Civ 5 geek, I'm not 100% sure, if you should upgrade right now. At the moment, Civ 5 is more complex and balanced. If you can get your hands on a cheap license (I paid about 20€ due to a great offer): Get it! It certainly is worth the full price, but in the current situation not a must-buy (especially not until cross-platform multiplayer is released).

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Does anyone know how to complete the first level of Full throttle ? 'cos on PC it was a knightmare to get off the first level.

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I played the first chapter and it did not disappoint. Everything that a point and click adventure should be. I did leave the second chapter till it was close to the release of the third. It appears the time has come to do all three now.

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As with most remasters... I'll buy it by the time hits a big sale.

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I recently removed my more than 100 games from my wishlist to avoid unnecessary purchases... I wonder how long will take me with releases like fossil echo xD

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Quoting: EikeIt's totally awesome, as the main character would say!

Coolness!

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It's totally awesome, as the main character would say!

And, by the way, the third part is the only thing I ever backed on Kickstarter.

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This is great news! I've played both previous games and they are lovely. It's nearly impossible to express just how charming, adorable and uplifting they are. I'm very very happy about this!

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Yesterday I created an account to grab a key but there seems to be a limitation to new accounts, and today all the keys are gone... u.u Good way to start the day.

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Wow that was fast!

The Steam page now lists Linux + they have an announcement!

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GNOME's Minesweeper (Mines)

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Quoting: tomasjI have bought it immediately. I love this game and it is working fine :)
Thank you for this port!
I only wish to add Czech translation as it is czech game :)

Great times!

I am not sure about czech version on Steam - even Windows version on Steam does not have it. But on store.bistudio.com is standalone Czech version (only Windows version right now, which I own), maybe they will add Czech Linux version on BI store, but I doubt about Steam Czech Linux version since Steam Windows version does not have it too (at least i can not find it at supported languages).

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Quoting: Purple Library GuyHuh. I'm a Vancouver man myself. And really, Victoria? Cold in winter? Half the US is colder than Victoria in winter; I think half the time they never get a single snowfall. Or, like, maybe one or two, that stick for a day and then there's rain the next day. Even Vancouver doesn't get much, except this year which has been a total Global Weirding bizarrefest.

This winter was horrible. I actually had to shovel snow. Can you imagine! That...didn't happen in the past 10 years or so.
And I have no idea why I am mentioning that, but the US East Coast is getting hit by a blizzard while I am writing this. But WE are the frozen wasteland! Yeah, right!!! No snow here. Just rain! As is proper! *flails arms*

But...honestly? They could put us in with our special unit being a hockey team and our cultural focus being a Double Double. If they would just put us in the game. Once.

But I think I rather see another serious winter before THAT will happen. *sob*

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Quoting: Eike

Quoting: ShmerlWhy is contractor work called "consulting"

That's normal in software development.

I noticed, still it doesn't explain the origin of the term :)

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Quoting: ShmerlWhy is contractor work called "consulting"

That's normal in software development.

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