R1DDL3S blogged

The Revolution to PC Gaming

For those of you who are not so tech weary or into PC gaming at all, Steam by Valve would be the tool to get you interested. Steam allows for users to download the application free from the "Steam Powered" site. This application allows for:

  • Finding new games
  • Watching trailers
  • Trying demos of hundreds of games
  • Plenty of discount prices
  • AAA titles easily accessed
  • Incredible packages with incredible savings
  • Increased multiplayer functionality
  • Support forums

    As said by Jesh, Steam is like the Xbox Live of computer gaming. Initially Steam was a small program for Valve developed titles but lately it has grown larger than that and harbors many "Game of the Year" titles such as Call of Duty 4, Half Life 2, Bioshock, Fallout 3, and many other expansive titles.

    With an easy to use interface, Steam allows for even the un-tech savvy to enjoy gaming at their desktop. If you are still unsure if this is right for you, plenty of "indie" titles are around for the more casual gamer with hits like Trackmania, Bejeweled, and Audiosurf (personal favorite).



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    kspiess Nov 28, 08
    It'll be interesting to see how Microsoft's planned additions to the Games For Windows Live competes with Steam next year.

    They have a bit of an advantage because they can probably 'convince' publishers who are doing Xbox / PC games to only sell their Xbox game ports on the Windows service.
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    Nagare Nov 28, 08
    Truth is spoken unfortunately. That logo of theirs is quickly dominating game cases and I hope that Steam can continue to combat that because it is truly a great service.
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    Jesh Nov 28, 08
    I really like the shout-out R1DDL3S. And steam is a great feature really, because you can use it while in regular retail games as well.
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    Nagare Nov 28, 08
    So true, my next one should be up soon and is in regards to Left 4 Dead
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    Kokoro Nov 28, 08
    Nice. I've never really been a PC gamer though.
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    Nagare Nov 28, 08
    Steam is what got me into recently. I was really just looking for a good excuse to really use my computer more often
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