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pjay

hey,

can someone explain me how gamersgate works with steam?
I want to buy Xcom: enemy unknown since its so cheap now :)

thanks

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DonVino

you get a key that can be activated on steam

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thomas404

^This

But note, not every game sold is for steam. When clicking onto a game page, scroll down to the system requirements. It should say something like, "DRM: Steamworks (This game requires installation of a free third party client)", if it is for Steam. If it isn't for Steam, it will say, "DRM [INSERT DRM HERE]".

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bobofatt

It depends on the game. Usually somewhere on the sale page it will say Steam if it's a Steam key.

For example, on XCOM:

  • DRM:Steamworks (Requires a third-party download and account)
  • Activation:Must be activated on Steam

If it doesn't say Steam on the sale page, it's not a Steam version.

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pjay

So i can't use the key to activate it on steam?

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bobofatt

XCOM is a Steamworks title. No matter where you buy it, it activates on Steam.

GamersGate will give you a Steam key for XCOM.

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Gawaine

And this is one of the most important details you're going to want to look for (if DRM is an issue for you) - if it ways Capsule or Origin, etc... then it's not going to work on Steam - you need to see Steam or Steamworks. In addition, you can also check Steam's Support Page to see if a key for that game actually redeems on Steam - although I don't know how often this is updated... it looks like it's missing a mess of games.

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Devil231

after purchasing the game from gamersgate you must sacrifice a sheep and send some meat and blood to Steam and as a reward they'll activate the game you bought

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pjay

ok thanks for the info :)

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