And how were they unable to do this before? Just because they *can* use online distribution for that, doesn't mean they will. Especially if they know they'll drive away their customers by doing so.
I thought companies had been trying to move software to a subscription model for a while now. They don't seem to have managed to yet, and it's certainly not a technical issue...
That may be true, but this is the first time that it has been implemented in the mainstream. You can bet that they are keeping a close eye on Steam and fixing any issues with it so they can make it subscription based in the near future.
I wholeheartedly object to this and all other gamers should as well. Take a look at Xbox Live-- They are doing similar things as Steam in "downloadable content"
How long will it take for them to realize that they can loop the noose around your nuts and charge you for updates? You want the new map pack for Half Life2/3? That'll be a 12.95/mo service charge for Steam please.
This is the direction that gaming companies are starting to turn. It may not be evident yet, but if/when people start giving in and using this crap, they are going to rape people for more money after-the-fact.
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That may be true, but this is the first time that it has been implemented in the mainstream. You can bet that they are keeping a close eye on Steam and fixing any issues with it so they can make it subscription based in the near future.
I wholeheartedly object to this and all other gamers should as well. Take a look at Xbox Live-- They are doing similar things as Steam in "downloadable content" How long will it take for them to realize that they can loop the noose around your nuts and charge you for updates? You want the new map pack for Half Life2/3? That'll be a 12.95/mo service charge for Steam please. This is the direction that gaming companies are starting to turn. It may not be evident yet, but if/when people start giving in and using this crap, they are going to rape people for more money after-the-fact.