• Nik282000@lemmy.ca
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      17 hours ago

      You can, with a little effort, back up your steam install files. In the unlikely event that Valve pulls the rug users have the option to insure against it.

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        Game’s usually don’t work without steam. Try to run game by running the executable directly; 99% will fall to launch. Sorry

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      If I have to deal with digital media I prefer to do it on one where hardware configurations are open and operating system isn’t locked.

      Digital media on a locked hardware platform that doesn’t let you load your OS of choice or even programs makes for a more restrictive digital media experience.

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      13 hours ago

      It’s not a “physical media” issue, it’s about monopolizing and raising prices.