Amazon Summer Sale - Squeenix Pack 92% off ($8), Total War Pack 78% off ($30), more

[Dankk]

Update: Here's some new stuff added, as of 7/4/2012:

Binary Domain 75% off ($9.99) (Steam)
The Sims 3 67% off ($9.99) (can be activated on Origin)

Oh So Fine Bundle 75% off ($9.99) (Steam) (that's all three Double Fine games, for the slow)
Square Enix Ultimate Collection 92% off ($7.49) (Steam)
Total War Bundle 78% off ($29.99) (Steam)
Sega Sonic Bundle 58% off ($12.49) (Steam)
The Storming, Burning, Reflecting, Flaming, Sabotaging Pack 83% off ($14.99) (Bulletstorm, Burnout Paradise, Mirror's Edge, Mercenaries 2, The Saboteur) (NOT Steam, but can likely be activated on Origin through EA support)

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The Amazon summer sale on PC games has just begun, and is going to last all month long.

It should be noted that both Max Payne 3 and Spec Ops: The Line can be activated on Steam. While Max Payne 3 doesn't require Steam, Amazon gives you the option of buying a Steam code. Just be sure to select the version with "Steam DRM" on the product page. Otherwise you may purchase the regular Amazon download (which still contains Gameshield DRM).

Spec Ops: The Line requires Steam regardless.

Many of these games activate on Steam. In fact, a lot of these games are sold similarly to Max Payne 3: They actually give you the option of getting the Steam version or not. Even games that aren't typically Steamworks - like GTAIV - you can still get a Steam code. Which is really cool.

Link: http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.htm...rd_i=979455011

The page says to "Check back for new deals the entire month of July," so I assume the deals will change periodically. Here's a list of notable deals:

Max Payne 3 50% off ($29.99)
Spec Ops: The Line 50% off ($24.99)
Borderlands: GOTY Edition 75% off ($7.49)
Crusader Kings II 75% off ($9.99)
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 50% off ($29.99)
Call of Duty: Black Ops 50% off ($19.99)
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 50% off ($9.99)
Civilization V GOTY Edition 50% off ($24.99)
Duke Nukem Forever 50% off ($9.99)
The Darkness II 75% off ($12.49)
NBA 2k12 50% off ($9.99)
Syndicate 50% off ($14.99)
Stronghold Collection 50% off ($9.99)
Grant Theft Auto IV: 50% off ($9.99)
Bioshock 1 & 2 pack: 81% off ($7.49)
L.A. Noire Complete Edition 50% off ($14.99)
EA Indie Bundle 67% off ($9.89)
Plentiful Paradox Package 91% off ($12.49)
Plethora of Paradox Games 86% off ($19.99)

 

[epidemis]

Tempted to bite on Max Payne. Although I don't usually buy games priced above 20$, I do want to support the gaming industry.

 

[imaheadcase]

Tempted to bite on Max Payne. Although I don't usually buy games priced above 20$, I do want to support the gaming industry.

mmm try typing that again while thinking this time.

 

[Phobic9]

mmm try typing that again while thinking this time.

I laughed.

I'm also tempted to grab Max Payne. It dropped really fast in price and I'm glad I waited.

 

[epidemis]

mmm try typing that again while thinking this time.

Or maybe you need to read it through again

 

[DeadFred]

Got that email this morning, nice price drops. Ill probably pick up Max Payne 3 eventually but Im just too busy with BF3 atm.

Ive never seen a CoD title drop in price as fast as MW3 has, but after trying it on the free weekend I can see why.

 

[Raduque]

For singleplayer mode, Black Ops for $20 or MW3 for $30?

 

[carling220]

. £29.99 I paid for Max Payne 3. Saying that, I enjoy playing it and I suppose paying full price sometimes can help the industry.

 

[shortylickens]

I kinda want MP3 and this may be the only good price we see for a little while.
Yeah why not? I just paid 4 grand for tuition, thats pocket change by comparison.

 

[CPA]

Steam better get their butt's into gear, otherwise I'll have all my purchases done with Amazon, GMG, GGG and GamersGate soon.

 

[shortylickens]

OK, when does Max Payne 3 go on sale?

 

[Dankk]

OK, when does Max Payne 3 go on sale?

What do you mean? It's currently on sale for $29.99 if you click the link.

Tempted to bite on Max Payne. Although I don't usually buy games priced above 20$, I do want to support the gaming industry.

If anything, support them because they did a fantastic job coding Max Payne 3 for PC. It's a really well-crafted game.

The digital-distribution market must be seriously cutthroat. Spec Ops: The Line literally just came out 5 days ago, and now it's already 50% off. On Friday I bought it for $37 on GMG. I could've waited two days and gotten it even cheaper.

 

[CPA]

What do you mean? It's currently on sale for $29.99 if you click the link.



If anything, support them because they did a fantastic job coding Max Payne 3 for PC. It's a really well-crafted game.

The digital-distribution market must be seriously cutthroat. Spec Ops: The Line literally just came out 5 days ago, and now it's already 50% off. On Friday I bought it for $37 on GMG. I could've waited two days and gotten it even cheaper.

Do you like it? Reviews said story is great, but cover system is clunky.

 

[Craig234]

What do you mean? It's currently on sale for $29.99 if you click the link.



If anything, support them because they did a fantastic job coding Max Payne 3 for PC. It's a really well-crafted game.

The digital-distribution market must be seriously cutthroat. Spec Ops: The Line literally just came out 5 days ago, and now it's already 50% off. On Friday I bought it for $37 on GMG. I could've waited two days and gotten it even cheaper.

Yes, and how does that make people who bought it for release price feel?

 

[Craig234]

That Pandora collection is a nice deal - it includes the recent Warlock.

 

[Dankk]

Yes, and how does that make people who bought it for release price feel?

Depends. I've followed PC game deals long enough to know that new titles are often discounted very quickly after release (Spec Ops being an extreme example). I bought Max Payne 3 at full price knowing that it's a fairly short game, and I knew I could've waited a month or so for a price drop. But I payed the premium so I could have the instant gratitude of playing it now and not later.

I can understand how a lot of people would feel cheated or disappointed because of this. But that's just the risk of buying games on release.

Do you like it? Reviews said story is great, but cover system is clunky.

Pretty much. I wouldn't say it's "clunky" - the gameplay is fluid enough - it's just nothing special is all. It plays like your standard 3rd person cover shooter.

The story is fantastic though. In fact, that's why I bought it. People were saying that Spec Ops: The Line has the most interesting storyline of any other "generic military shooter" ever made. So far I have to agree with them. They took a bold move by creating a really deep story. I'll admit there are parts of the game that legitimately made me not want to kill people.

 

[Whirlwind]

Anybody know if Borderlands activates on steam?

 

[Dankk]

Anybody know if Borderlands activates on steam?

It does.

 

[Phynaz]

Larger List

1. Max Payne 3 - $29.99 (50% off) – This is the Steam version. 50% runs 7/1-7/4 (end of day 7/4) and will then be 33% off through 7/14

2. Spec Ops: The Line - $24.99 (50% off) – Steam activate-able – this will run from 7/1-7/14

3. Syndicate - $14.99 – Origin activate-able – this will run from 7/1-7/14

4. Bioshock Dual Pack (Bioshock 1 + 2) – $7.49 Steam activate-able – this will run from 7/1-7/14

5. X-Com Complete Pack – $2.99 - Steam activate-able – this will run from 7/1-7/14

6. The Darkness II - $12.49 – Steam activate-able – this will run from 7/1-7/14

7. Rockstar Classics Pack - $14.99 – Steam activate-able – this will run from 7/1-7/14

8. Crusader Kings II - $9.99 – Steam activate-able – this will run from 7/1-7/14

9.Plethora of Paradox Games - $19.99 containing (all Steam activateable) runs 7/1-7/7 still building page:
a. Crusader Kings II [Download]
b. Crusader Kings II: Dynasty Shields DLC Pack
c. Crusader Kings II: Mongols DLC Pack
d. Crusader Kings II: Ruler Designer DLC
e. Crusader Kings II: Songs of Albion DLC
f. Crusader Kings II: Songs of Faith DLC
g. Crusader Kings II: Songs of the Holy Land DLC
h. Magicka Collection [Download]
i. Magicka: The Stars Are Left DLC [Online Game Code]
j. Majesty Gold [Online Game Code]
k. Majesty 2 Collection
l. Victoria II [Online Game Code]
m.Warlock: Master of the Arcane [Download]

10. Plentiful Paradox Package - $12.49 (all are Steam activate-able) runs 7/1-7/7 contains:
a. Crusader Kings II [Download]
b. Magicka Collection [Download]
c. Magicka: The Stars Are Left DLC [Online Game Code]
d. Sword of the Stars - Complete Collection
e. Sword of the Stars II: Lords of Winter [Download]
f. Victoria II [Online Game Code]

11.Pint Sized Paradox bundle $7.49 (all steam activate-able) runs 7/1-7/7:
a. Crusader Kings II: Dynasty Shields DLC Pack
b. Crusader Kings II: Mongols DLC Pack
c. Crusader Kings II: Ruler Designer DLC
d. Crusader Kings II: Songs of Albion DLC
e. Crusader Kings II: Songs of Faith DLC
f. Crusader Kings II: Songs of the Holy Land DLC
g. Majesty Gold [Online Game Code]
h. Warlock: Master of the Arcane [Download]
i. Majesty 2 Collection

12.Borderlands: Game of the Year Edition - $7.49 (Steam activate-able) runs 7/1-7/14

13.Duke Nukem Complete Pack $7.99 (Steam activate-able) runs 7/1-7/14:
a.The base game - Duke Nukem Forever
b.The DLC Pack - Duke Nukem Forever Hail to the Icons Parody Pack DLC
c.And the DLC Pack - The Doctor Who Cloned Me DLC Pack

14. 2K Strategy Pack - $19.99 – runs 7/1-7/14
a. Sid Meier's Civilization V: Game of the Year Edition
b.Sid Meiers Civilization IV: The Complete Edition
c.The Stronghold Collection [Download]

15.2K Shooter Pack - $19.99 – runs 7/1-7/14
a.BioShock 2 [Download]
b.BioShock [Download]
c.Borderlands Game of the Year Edition [Download]
d.Duke Nukem Forever Complete Pack [Download]

16.2K Mega Pack - $39.99 – runs 7/1-7/14
a.BioShock 2 [Download]
b.BioShock [Download]
c.Borderlands Game of the Year Edition [Download]
d.CivCity: Rome [Download]
e.Duke Nukem Forever Complete Pack [Download]
f.Mafia II [Download]
g.Sid Meier's Civilization V: Game of the Year Edition [Download]
h.Sid Meiers Civilization IV: The Complete Edition [Download]
i. The Stronghold Collection [Download]

17.Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 - $29.99 (50% off Steam activate-able) – runs 7/1-7/14


Regarding the Paradox Pack, get both the "Plentiful Paradox Package" + "Pint Sized Paradox Package" instead of "Plethora of Paradox Games". You get 2 extra games with it and it's 1 cent cheaper

 

[Whirlwind]

It does.

Awsome thanks.

 

[Raduque]

Hmm, thinking about the DNF pack for $8. Should I get it?

 

[JamesV]

I'm thinking hard about getting Max Payne 3, but I don't like some of what I've been reading it about it.

Non-skippable cutscenes in a game full of them? First playthrough I'll watch, but then I don't want them mandatory on a game that only takes 12 hours.

Also, I read it's a cover shooter now? The other two were all John Woo craziness, and you hid behind stuff that could be blown apart, but what I'm reading makes it sound like pre-set assets (like you always hide behind the same looking box or low wall).

 

[shortylickens]

I'm thinking hard about getting Max Payne 3, but I don't like some of what I've been reading it about it.

Non-skippable cutscenes in a game full of them? First playthrough I'll watch, but then I don't want them mandatory on a game that only takes 12 hours.

Also, I read it's a cover shooter now? The other two were all John Woo craziness, and you hid behind stuff that could be blown apart, but what I'm reading makes it sound like pre-set assets (like you always hide behind the same looking box or low wall).

I tried getting into Deus Ex 3 but the combat was awful, not the least of which was the stupid cover system. Theres also too much head bouncing and other things I dont care for.
The old classics are being rebuilt to impress the console crowd, which is big on pretty and short on gameplay.
I started up another game of Deus Ex and am having much more fun. I suggest you do the same with MP 1 and 2.

 

[maniacalpha1-1]

Is the Saboteur good? It's $14.78 on Amazon.

 

[turn_pike]

For those who have completed Spec Ops : The Line :
How is the replay value ?
Would you play it again now that you know the story ?
Is there multiplayer and is it fun ?
Being mainly RPG and strategy gamer, I never spent more than 8 dollars on an FPS so I'd like to know more about it before pulling the trigger.