DVD vs Download difference? Since they both use Steam, is there really any difference? Does the DVD still download from Steam to install?
266520
I don't think there is any game-play difference. Some people like to own the box art but generally just buying it on Steam is faster.
319689
PC - Download, its a digital code that you redeem on steam, you will have to then download the whole game. PC - Version it the game itself on DVD.
845963
STEAM is actually QUITE GOOD and better then having just discs..auto updates, configuration, reviews, support, forums, and SECURE!
1734538
This version of the game is the PC version stand alone download. You cannot link it through steam or anything else. However, I found out that the developers are really understanding and friendly. If you provide them with proof of purchase they will give you a steam key all you have to do is send them an email through their website. Cheers :)
677978
I actually bought the DVD, but it does require a Steam account to play. Once I got onto Steam, I saw that it offered the download version. So, although I can't be sure, I think you could download the game to play through Steam.
779108
There is a disc which initiates the install the first time, but you do need a Steam account in order to install and play this game. Luckily those are free and the download should only take a few hours of your time. That is, if you're running a modern internet connection and not something obsolete like dial-up through a 56k modem. Even if you've got a 1MB DSL connection it shouldn't take more than a few hours. You could go out and see a movie during that time, or let it download while you sleep. If you don't want to deal with Steam then you probably play Skyrim on a console.
779109
Installing from Disc instead of Steam:https://support.steampowered.com/kb_article.php?ref=5357-FSQM-0382
1612307
drm aka copy protection is present----but here---- I caution all PC SINGLE PLAYER users to read and learn what is printed on the box---x box and PS3 urses, multiplayers, that is another Ball game----my reference is for PC single player users ----if it is not multi disc, playable out of the box do not buy it ----plus the pretense (ghots) is not for military types----STEAM IS a VIRUS PERIOD!----
1247969
Did you buy a physical "DVD" game or did you by a download game? I have the physical DVD game and I do not need to use the disc (after initial installation) to play the game. I purchased it this way intentionally because some of the online downloaded games have to be run through an online server like Steam and there fore can only be played while you are on line (WIFI connected) and I use my laptop while traveling and seldom have a WIFI connection. Since you don't have an internal DVD player your options would be to buy an external USB player (they can be very inexpensive, from 19.99 up) to download a physical DVD of the game or buy an on line downloadable version.
621503
It uses steam as the DRM so the only difference is who you're buying it from. It'll act the same as if you bought the game from steam once you redeem the code you get. If steam has a Mac option then it should work.
690221
No, this version does not require steam. The entire reason I bought this game was because it does not have steam at all.
1587616
You will need a Steam account to play it. In order to play, you need to put the CD inside to install the game into the computer that way you don't have to keep putting the CD in the computer to play it.
1972616
It is Right. After I installed the game on the steam plataform, I never needed to use the disc again. After installed the game on the steam plataform you can play offline or online, both without the disc.
856073
The download is the full game. You can also paste the code you receive into Steam to redeem the game that way.
238834
you install with a disc but during the install you have to be connected to the net as you have to set up a stream account before you can play.. a hassle at first but if you ever loose the discs you can download the game from stream as they already know you own it, kinda cool..
1587614
Sort of, it's a disk and it'll install the base game (you'll need to have a steam account and be connected to the internet to have the game added to your account) but you'll need to download updates as well. I hope this was helpful!
1640305
Can I use product key from this to activate on and install from steam? I need the cable (obviously) but the laptop I want to use for practice doesn't have a DVD drive.