• Zedstrian@lemmy.dbzer0.com
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    8 months ago

    Or when they popularized the concept of “base” and “complete” editions as a means of turning a $60 game into a $90 game.

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              8 months ago

              In retrospect I regret drinking the Nintendo koolaid for so long, but turning what used to be the fairly equitable Virtual Console system into a ROM rental service made me jump ship to the Steam Deck and it’s been smooth sailing since.

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      8 months ago

      This is precisely why I’ve always waited for the GOTY version to release (or whatever other subtitle they slap on the box) but through all of their BS I find I’m less and less willing to part with my money. Certain companies have become a no-fly zone for me and that list is only growing longer.