Well my birthday is coming up on 12/25, and it's usually a drag. To cheer myself up, I'd like to do some giveaways for the community, but I'm curious what kinds of giveaways are most popular/exciting to everyone. For example, if I have $50 USD that I wanted to spend, how best to share that with all of you? Also, be sure to comment as well (a) so I can add you to my whitelist and (b) if you have any particular requests or suggestions for titles (otherwise I'll just pick something that I want to play or have played and love).

Edit: I just want to say how awesome everyone is, and also that as I have been whitelisting y'all, I'm both humbled and inspired to see how generous a lot of YOU ALL are. The numbers on your profiles show lots of time, money, and quality invested in this community <3

5 years ago*

Comment has been collapsed.

What kind of giveaways does the community prefer?

View Results
One single awesome game (new/sought after/expensive)
A couple good mid-tier games
Lots of giveaways of lesser / varying quality/price

We are so spoiled, please give what you feel you need to give.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

In our house, we don't use the word "spoiled" when "well-taken care of" is an accurate description. Being part of any type of community where people contribute because they want to is not being spoiled, just taken care of by those around you.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

that is... too wholesome

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

nice words... :)

topic: i would suggest mid tier indie gems... that's my way to support them... :P

Have a nice day...!

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

That's very probably the plan!

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

"well-taken care of" is... so cute! I'm working on un-learning using negative words, so I'll be sure to adopt "well-taken care of" in my daily vocabulary XD

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Impressed. Uberly impressed

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

I think there can always be more giveaways of Parkitect, Axiom Verge or Guacamelee! 2.

Edit: But no pressure. A copy of Fortix would be great too :D

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Oooh, Fortix looks cool! I will have to check the other games out (besides Guacamelee) as I'm not familiar. Thanks for the suggestions!

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Fortix has some history on Steamgifts. Try to find some old (4 years +) threads.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

I think I got on some santa's naughty list from my last giveaway thread where I pulled a bait-and-switch with Fortix and Bad Rats...

Here I thought Fortix/Bad Rats was just one big joke, but I guess it's taken very seriously at times...

Link edited to remove SGTools gate because I fudged up along the way! Ho Ho Ho!

5 years ago*
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Wait...do I need educated on these?

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

I think I've been a part of the community for about 5 years now and I still don't understand the joke. Too deep for me.

There was a thread with a laundry list of Bad Rats/Fortix giveaways for people who don't own the game. Some people make custom SGTOOL gated GA's that require a person to own either game (part of the joke).

Bad Rats, I thought was quite terrible. Fortix and Fortix 2 however I had some fun with! They were kind of like old school Jezzball on Windows 3 (3.1?)

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

I see, so now I don't know if people actually want those game or are being silly.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

You can view the community wishlist here https://www.steamgifts.com/giveaways/wishlist

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Thank you! I know some people are bad about curating their wishlists, but that's a big help.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Deleted

This comment was deleted 10 months ago.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

The important thing is the /on the day/ part. The worst part of Christmas birthdays is feeling forgotten. Also, thanks for the WL info!

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

I always liked when people do giveaway for they have played and like, it's always nice to give something you enjoyed.
As far as the amount of game, I think the middle option is the best IMO then it gives a couples GAs to choose from but is still quality giveaways.
But of course it's your choice, you very nice to give anything in the first place:)

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Sometime getting a really cool game that you aren't able to budget for can really bring a lot of joy. I am leaning towards games that I either have played or want myself though as I think the resonates well with everyone.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Yes, it's true and yes giving away something you would like to play is always nice, I like to do for my whitelist.
But really whatever you choose, it will be apreciated as clearly you are putting a lot of thought into it.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Hey Bobisbadat, that's very thoughtful of you to host a giveaway on your birthday/Christmas. I find it meaningful when the giveaway creator picks something they themselves would like to play. It's always warming to see people putting others before themselves. On the other hand, if you're looking for giveaway suggestions here are some I'd pick:

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

I do love Slay the Spire. Thanks for the suggestions!

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

View attached image.
5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Not yet, but thank you.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Where is the cat?

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

View attached image.
5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

There's a handful of games that go for relatively cheap ($10 or less on sale) that many people want (such as Axiom Verge or Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon). Just remember to check that whatever you're buying isn't already on the bundle list.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

I'll keep those in mind, but even stuff on the bundle list will be okay because I'm not so worried about the CV as I am just having a good time. That said, that link is SUPER helpful and will be bookmarked for future reference.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

"A couple good mid-tier games"

You get more CV, we get more chances to win something good.
There are so many awesome games that aren't very expensive, I don't see any reason to buy a new AAA title if you don't want to have it for yourself and want to play it right now.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Very reasonable and logical approach, though CV isn't the priority ^_^

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

With one giveaway, you can make one person happy.
With various giveaways, you can make a lot of people happy.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

a fair approach

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

As others said before it is better to giveaway a game that you think is worth playing. Price is not a prerequisite for quality.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Yeah I'm definitely headed in that direction then

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

i belivie that you should gift something between 7 days, stellarisor pathfinder.
you have a lot of time on those games so probably they are the ones you like the most.
or one of the rpgs that you have that impresed you would be awesome too

the point is, that i belive that you should gift something that you enjoyed so you could share your joy to others

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

this seems to be a major opinion, but also thanks for taking the time to look at my gameplay list, good thinking!

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Happy soon to be birthday!

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Thanks, hopefully the descent into middle age isn't SO bad.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Multiple mid-tiers is probably best, because if it's just one glorious gib, a fair few people might already have the game, and even if not, there's only one winner for so many entries D:

As someone said, the Community Wishlist is filled with 10-20p games, too. But anyhow, happy early birthday!

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

thanks fr the feedback!

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

This, of course, is great, but maybe it is worth spending this money on yourself or on your loved ones?
Gather friends and celebrate your birthday. I wish you health, happiness and more joys in your life ^^

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Lucky I and my loved ones are already accounted for, and this is intentionally meant to be not about us. Thank you for our concern and a good reminder to take time for myself as well.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

You can just give us some of the best game like bad rat or bad rat the revenge, dont really need to be fancy and happy soon to be birthday .

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

I will have to look those games up, I don't eve know about them lol.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

I agree with Vee -- I'd suggest making a couple giveaways for games that you've enjoyed playing.
If you've enjoyed them, chances are there are others that will enjoy them as well

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Makes sense, and looks like people are excited about multiple mid range games that I've played and would like to share so...that sounds fun.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

If you want to make the largest number of people happy, the "couple good mid-tier games" is most likely your best bet. Many people prefer particular games/genres/... over others, so everyone could find something they'd be interested in. You could either choose games that are on the community wishlist, or you opt for the ones that you prefer.
In any way, I guess people will appreciate your generosity.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Ooh, good idea! Maybe I'll game from different genres each time!

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

I would suggest something with a lot of value, like a mid tier RPG like Pillars of Eternity 2 and/or Divinity Original Sin. Happy early birthday since most people are all about Xmas during your bday. And tnx for the giveaway(s).

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

"value" as in...gameplay time?

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

As in you get your money's worth, lots of worthwhile content to dig into, not something with a lot of filler. Good RPGs fit that description. At least for me, but to each their own.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Yeah I find value in that as well, but mostly I wanted to understand how calculate value. Thanks fr the clarification.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Of course, no problem.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Anything is better than nothing :)

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

True, but nothing is NOT the plan

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

First of all, happy early birthday! I’ve known a few people who are bummed about December birthdays, but I think you win that contest :P

I would look at the community wishlist and pick one of the top games, or dig around the slightly less in demand games that are cheaper and do a train. I’m a fan of the idea from a few others, that is a game you’ve particularly enjoyed. Especially as the idea is to celebrate you, I think that would be very appropriate.

Also Bad Rats.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Apparently I have t find out about bad rats lol. Also I suppose a train would be good since I've never made on lol

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Happy upcoming birthday. For me, give something you would like to play or something you wish for would usually be a good choice. If there is money left, buy the same game for yourself as a Christmas treat. Then its a win-win situation :-)

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Yeah I was considering exactly that when I grab my next couple games. Good plan!

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

(otherwise I'll just pick something that I want to play or have played and love)

I like when people give away games they enjoyed, it's like ...hmm.. more soulful? (in december — more christmastly :)

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

This seems to be a much more popular opinion that I realized. People seem excited to play things that other folks like.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Any game that you liked and it its not too expensive would be nice :). The think of giving something nice it matters most.

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Emotionally accurate, but also everyone deserves a chance to get something just because we're all humans <3

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Personally, I think giving away something you have played and love is the best option. This way you get to share your love in addition to the game.
In any case, the main rule of steamgifts is to have fun! So just choose anything you want and go for it! :)

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Clearly a very popular opinion, but NOW the pressure's on to find my most beloved games to share hahaha

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

any mid tier games so a lot of people can win and enjoy <3

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

So far that seems to be the leading idea!

5 years ago
Permalink

Comment has been collapsed.

Sign in through Steam to add a comment.