Hate to reply to a thread which really should just be closed and result in a lengthy ban for the person who created it but, I can't believe some of the things some people are saying on here!

**RANT ALERT**

It is OK to pirate a game because you don't like Steam? How is that a justification!

Also, the thing about pirating a game to try it out for a few hours and then you'll buy it, why would you do that? Where is the desire to pay for it when you already have it for free? Can't see this happening.

Funny thing is, when Nintendo, for example, churn out their latest 'updated' version of Super Mario Kart for the next generation of console (exactly the same game as for the last generation but with slightly better graphics), people will happily spend ｣40-60 on that or any of the latest console releases without too much complaint but they resent paying ｣10-30 on Steam for some fantastic new Indie game!

I understand it is natural to knock Steam as one of the latest corporate monsters and that it is our duty to hate such organsations because we all like to think we are authority-resenting freedom fighters but I actually think Steam is great. I have also never had any bans or reason to complain about the service in many years of use. Steam is greatly responsible for the massive resurgence of Indie and 'bedroom coders' and as a Kid of the 80's this is wonderful to me! So how can Steam be seen as 'The Man' when they are helping so many small developers who would have no chance of getting published by one of the 'Big Boys' in the industry?

I also cannot see how any file sharing, copyright infringement or piracy can ever benefit the media or arts? Bottom line is, if you are not buying a piece of software/music or film where is the reward for those making such items financially to justify future projects?

'If you do not buy, the art will die!'
(Wow, that sounded impressive, only just thought of it smile

Anyway, rant over :P

Last edited by Mrrockitt; 10/07/14 10:09 AM.