Just started the game with my own Steam copy and everything was fine. Might this have been a temporary issue? Or do you still experience the same problem?
Edit: I had a look at the link you gave and it does seem to be bothering a lot of people. I'll notify QA as soon as they arrive at the office.
I am in blood
Stepp'd in so far, that, should I wade no more,
Returning were as tedious as go o'er.
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