Re: Bioshock non-gameplay discussion
Well, I sure am glad that I didn't buy this game either, given all that I've read and seen so far.
As for the limited installations, I think this falls under consumer rights and fair use. I realize what the distinction is between "licensing" something and "owning" it, but personally I disagree with those, and admit to 'breaking the law' constantly in my own house for private use. What I do with what I bought for my own personal use is none of anyone else's business. Period. End of discussion.
In terms of activation, I've been saying this for years now.Game publisher and developer rights MUST end somewhere, and I believe that point is when it comes to my OWN personal computer. I do not believe it is right, in fact I think it should be illegal to, ask or require someone to give up control over their property in order to make use of something they've bought. Activation, "calling home", etc, all tools that reduce my ability to use what I've paid for freely for personal use. Here again we see why I hate Steam and refuse to install it again. Not only do I have to uniquely identify myself to the game publisher so I can 'ask permission' every time I want to play, but the same applies whenever the games are patched.
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Originally Posted by Lemur
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