Questions on buying NS2
TheGivingTree
Join Date: 2003-01-09 Member: 12070Members
Join Date: 2003-01-09 Member: 12070Members
Even though I stopped playing NS, I still hold it as one of the, if not the best online game I have ever played. Obviously with news of NS2 I've been excited about it and waiting but the problem I have is my computer is 7 years old. Even during the NS1 days I had constant FPS problems, so seeing as NS2 is far more advanced I fear that my computer won't be able to handle all the improvements. At the same time I don't want to miss out on the black marine armor. So what I would like to know mostly is since after you purchase this game how will it be handled? I'm assuming no cd, but will you be able to download it multiple times like you can with steam games? Say I download it on this computer, and I end up buying a new one, will I be able to download it on that as well, or is it a one time thing? Another thing is will the black armor be offered in some form after the game is released? I'm assuming its not but doesn't hurt to ask.
Biggest problem I have though is getting a new computer, considering how expensive a good machine is, and that I need to take care of a few priorities before I can spend that kind of money on a new rig..is the biggest thing holding me back, who knows when I will be able to throw money at a new one. Anyways thanks for your help.
Biggest problem I have though is getting a new computer, considering how expensive a good machine is, and that I need to take care of a few priorities before I can spend that kind of money on a new rig..is the biggest thing holding me back, who knows when I will be able to throw money at a new one. Anyways thanks for your help.
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Biggest problem I have though is getting a new computer, considering how expensive a good machine is, and that I need to take care of a few priorities before I can spend that kind of money on a new rig..is the biggest thing holding me back, who knows when I will be able to throw money at a new one. Anyways thanks for your help.<!--QuoteEnd--></div><!--QuoteEEnd-->
Here's my opinions in no particular order:
1) a good machine today will be significantly cheaper in 1 year. I bought my current computer (in parts) last year (and a half ago) with a budget of 1000 USD, it was 2nd generation then, but it still handles any current game with ease. It laughs at the specs Charlie has put out for NS2. And it would be significantly cheaper if I had waited until now to buy it. I'm assuming right now that it will fill my needs for the next several years, if I take good care of it. What I'm saying is, a new computer purchase doesn't have to be that expensive, if you use good consumer practice.
2) The black armor is for preorder. There may be other perks later on (expansions?) but I doubt you'd be able to get it later. If you find your computer won't run NS2, you'll still own the game (on Steam) for when you manage to get a newer computer.
3) HL1 was notoriously retarded about using modern hardware. It's an old game. It may happen that although you had problems with NS1, NS2 will run better, or at least not worse. Personally, I've never had high stable FPS in NS1, not even on my current computer.
And yeah.. Hl1 was pretty bad with new hardware, although when I tried HL2/CS2 I still had bad fps, but within reason of course since I basically have the requirements while with HL1 I had far beyond the requirements..
Biggest problem I have though is getting a new computer, considering how expensive a good machine is, and that I need to take care of a few priorities before I can spend that kind of money on a new rig..is the biggest thing holding me back, who knows when I will be able to throw money at a new one. Anyways thanks for your help.<!--QuoteEnd--></div><!--QuoteEEnd-->
I'm sure you will be able to download the game client numerous amount of times. The worst case scenario and I do mean worst case, would be to have an install limit. Even then you usually get 3 installs and then can call to get more installations. As long as you keep your key for the new computer you'd be fine.
I doubt the black armor would be available after the game is out. It's kind of one of the perks for pre-ordering the SE. It wouldn't be fair to those who pre-ordered the game for $40 to get the armor and then have them give anyone who buys the game the special armor after the game is out.
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If the game stays true to those specs, it wouldn't cost you much to get a machine that could run the game at the max settings. Probably like $500.
Biggest problem I have though is getting a new computer, considering how expensive a good machine is, and that I need to take care of a few priorities before I can spend that kind of money on a new rig..is the biggest thing holding me back, who knows when I will be able to throw money at a new one. Anyways thanks for your help.<!--QuoteEnd--></div><!--QuoteEEnd-->
When i bought my pre-order copy of NS2 they emailed me a CD key, i assume they way it will be handled upon release is you will go to steam then click add steam game, then enter your CD key and boom you will have it off steam just like anything else. now do i have any proof of this? no except for the fact that they said they would be releasing their game via steam and it makes the most sense to me.
Ooo - nice link. =)
I'll be sure to hit that up come Tax Return within the next month or two at most (when I put it in)
The black armor marine alone isn't worth the extra $20, early access and supporting your favorite indie game company are.
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Alpha access and eternal gratitude FTW!
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