I agree that for consoles that it's better to buy physical than digital, but the problem with modern physicals is that you have to update them or you won't have a full game. There's also the problem with dlcs and how many physicals don't get "the complete" edition anymore. This isn't a problem with older games of course. Also when it comes to indie games on steam for example, there is also the feeling of "hunting" for a new game if you're looking for something unique because there's a ton of good indie games out there now and the only way those are published are digital anyway, so you have no choice. Some indies do get physicals, but it's very rare or the studio have extra money to take that risk. I think that's why I normally go digital and the fact that I pretty much only buy games when they're on sale since everything is getting more and more expensive. In an ideal world I would also buy my switch games physical, but again, there's the problem of modern games never releasing finished and there's only so much replayability with old games until you wanna try something new.
Hello Kai! Thank you so much for your comment; it means a lot to me! Yes, I know it’s a big challenge with modern games. Concord is a good example of a pointless physical release. That’s why I mainly focus on NS, PS4 and older platforms to have a higher probability that the disc will contain the full game data. There’s also a website that gathers this kind of information, so you can check if some rare games on PS3 require a patch or anything. I totally understand about buying indie games on Steam or the Nintendo Switch. It even creates a bit of a dilemma because companies like Limited Run Games or Red Art Games may charge $30-$40 for a physical release of a game you can buy for $5 or less digitally. However, my issue is that I often collect these digital titles in my virtual libraries only to… not play them, especially nowadays when my time is more limited. I think it makes sense for me to buy more expensive games occasionally or collect retro ones from my childhood rather than buying tons of cheap indie games. I might feel like I’m saving money, but in reality, their quantity can become overwhelming. Which indie game, in your opinion, deserves a physical release? :)
So many don't see the issues. Many have gone retro. Finding that the good games never really go on sales online. For example call of duty black ops 2 never really goes on sale. Its been $60 for last 6 years. I've never seen a sale despite checking regularly. I think the online sales are a bit overrated IMHO. The games on sale are usually unwanted games.
Nintendo games also have the same price for a long time after being released and that's the reason I kinda prefer to purchase them physically because if I don't like the title I may sell it with not so big loss at the end.
i'd collect physical games but they're too damn expensive
One day you''ll get them all! ;-) Which expensive ones you have particularly in mind?
I agree that for consoles that it's better to buy physical than digital, but the problem with modern physicals is that you have to update them or you won't have a full game. There's also the problem with dlcs and how many physicals don't get "the complete" edition anymore. This isn't a problem with older games of course. Also when it comes to indie games on steam for example, there is also the feeling of "hunting" for a new game if you're looking for something unique because there's a ton of good indie games out there now and the only way those are published are digital anyway, so you have no choice. Some indies do get physicals, but it's very rare or the studio have extra money to take that risk.
I think that's why I normally go digital and the fact that I pretty much only buy games when they're on sale since everything is getting more and more expensive. In an ideal world I would also buy my switch games physical, but again, there's the problem of modern games never releasing finished and there's only so much replayability with old games until you wanna try something new.
Hello Kai! Thank you so much for your comment; it means a lot to me!
Yes, I know it’s a big challenge with modern games. Concord is a good example of a pointless physical release. That’s why I mainly focus on NS, PS4 and older platforms to have a higher probability that the disc will contain the full game data. There’s also a website that gathers this kind of information, so you can check if some rare games on PS3 require a patch or anything.
I totally understand about buying indie games on Steam or the Nintendo Switch. It even creates a bit of a dilemma because companies like Limited Run Games or Red Art Games may charge $30-$40 for a physical release of a game you can buy for $5 or less digitally. However, my issue is that I often collect these digital titles in my virtual libraries only to… not play them, especially nowadays when my time is more limited. I think it makes sense for me to buy more expensive games occasionally or collect retro ones from my childhood rather than buying tons of cheap indie games. I might feel like I’m saving money, but in reality, their quantity can become overwhelming.
Which indie game, in your opinion, deserves a physical release? :)
I only purchase physical copies
Thank you for your comment! What's your favorite platform to collect for?
So many don't see the issues. Many have gone retro. Finding that the good games never really go on sales online. For example call of duty black ops 2 never really goes on sale. Its been $60 for last 6 years. I've never seen a sale despite checking regularly. I think the online sales are a bit overrated IMHO. The games on sale are usually unwanted games.
Nintendo games also have the same price for a long time after being released and that's the reason I kinda prefer to purchase them physically because if I don't like the title I may sell it with not so big loss at the end.