Capcom Wises Up, Promises Punctual Steam Releases

Now just release the PC version on the same day as the console version. As it is now, I'll probably have rented it from Gamefly for PS3 by the time the PC release even happens.

You're getting less money from me this way, Capcom. And we know you like money!

@dafthero:

The only issue is that there are reports that Street Fighter IV PC is being release with SecuRom. The Steam versions of these games will most likely not make you download SecuRom as they have their own DRM system. Just keep that in mind if you're as anal as I am with SecuRom.

mellowspaz

That's stupid. Steam is even better for devs seeing as it's harder to pirate, AND people can't resell it. It should be the first stop for releases.

ShirleyTemple

@YuniYoshi: I don't even knoe why I put an apostrophe there. lol

YuniYoshi

I wonder what the SF4 Steam community will be like. PS3 seems to be slim pickin's.

YuniYoshi

@minivolt: No, Valve actually said this in an interview a long time ago. I don't have the link handy, but they basically said until they do enough business digitally they can't risk upsetting the retailers.

@bluem4gic:

I read from somewhere that it might have to do with retail stores not wanting steam to be cheaper, drawing business away from them. Stores like Walmart put pressure on the game publishers to keep the steam price the same, if not they pull off their product.

Could be a conspiracy theory, but it kinda makes sense.

At least someone is trying to get on the ball. I say I buy the majority of my games on steam unless its something I really want bad enough and steam doesn't have it then Ill run out to BestBuy and get a copy.I love steam because it just caters to my laziness no need to hope in the car drive there only to find out they are sold out or that is still in transit. That and the add fact that I can download it on any PC I own without worry about DRM and other bullshit makes it a win in my book.

Befitzero

@Arttemis: I believe it'll be fine.

Definitely going to purchase SFIV from STEAM instead of the box. I already have it on the PS3, so why bother? I've heard such ridiculous things like folks will buy the box, and won't install it but will obtain the pirate version as well to use with their legit CD-Key. Crazy?

stretch

"So for example, the SFIV release uses disc-based DRM for retail. We'll use our traditional SecuROM DRM implementation (some number of concurrent installs, with autorevoke on uninstall/revoke tool always available, no phone home after install) on most digital distribution partners. On Steam and Impulse, we'll be using their respective DRM solutions for those people who prefer them."

I will gladly purchase Capcom games through Steam just so long as they don't add any additional form of DRM (read: SecuROM) to the already existing phase.

@arstal: Screw Impulse.

Can't wait to pre-order SF4 on Steam!

Lider

@curly haired boy: Too bad the colonies edition of LP isn't on Steam.

pressstart

@CockroachMan: ESPECIALLY Steam Cloud. What a great idea!

I may be wrong, but isn't SF4 and Bionic Commando both using GFWL? I imagine they'll just use that for achievements instead.

@curly haired boy: Very true. I was quite surprised when I first heard that SF4 was coming to the PC. It's nice that developers are realizing that PC players like all sorts of games, not just RTS, MMO, and FPS games. I like Capcom's new stance and I hope it works out for them. Maybe that will convince other developers and publishers to start taking the PC market more seriously as well.

@Lemming: yeah.. more developers should use the steam achievements and steam cloud for save games :/

@spannu: lol.. indeed it does..

@stupid_mcgee: uber pyro > zerg rush: that would be great. :)

i really like how they're putting a wider variety of their stuff up - not just shooters like lost planet.

curly haired boy

@eastx: you know, i want to get that controller bundle so SFIV won't be a steam purchase from me. i haven't gotten around to getting one of the fighting sticks just yet so the controller will have to do.

DMC4, please, Capcom. Pretty please. With sugar on top...

@Verge:
i'm both a steam user and a playDOTcom buyer.
about new releases, you're SO right!

Rob_Nomad

If you replace "Lindsay Lohan" with "Capcom", it almost makes sense! Right?

+ Watch video

spannu

@Verge: The fact is many companies still don't "get" Steam. If you don't physically get to own something with a disc, box and manual, the price should be around £5 less than a retail copy. After all, you're cutting so much cost out.

I'll be more impressed when they say they are going to use Steam Achievements on all their games.

Lemming

Looking forward to buying SF4 and Bionic Commando on Steam.

@bluem4gic: Or even come close to retail prices in Europe at all. With sites like play.com I find it hard to justify buying a digital copy when I can get a boxed copy for allot less. Company of heroes Tales of Valor is €35 on steam, €23.50 on play. Thats a crazy difference. Enough of my ranting. Glad to hear Capcom are working towards snappier releases.

Verge

@bluem4gic: Agreed, quite often I just don't see the incentive not to buy from the shops instead. Convenience doesn't beat a £10-£20 saving.

Apply this to Impulse as well Capcom, or you won't get any sales from me.

arstal

About Bloody Time

Now all we need is for Steam to beat retail prices for PC games in the UK and the we will be set!

bluem4gic

Isn't it DMC4 that was released exclusively to retail?

Does this mean they might ACTUALLY utilize Steam's online services in the future? I REALLY hate having to play through windows live...

ReconToaster.

@eastx: I wasn't even aware SFIV would be on Steam. With my USB adapter for my PS2 controller, life will be great.

@FrigidAir44: Your not alone.

@mellowspaz: A lot of games on Steam install Securom.

Narishma

"You know the kind. Game comes out on console, then PC, then Steam, weeks later"

I guess they're being weary or pirates?

@YuniYoshi:

PS3 community is terrible, not just in population. I too am looking forward to seeing how the PC version pans out.

@arstal: If my experience with DemiGod is any indication, Impulse can go screw themselves.

I have to reinstall Demigod and Impulse every time I restart my computer just because I changed my login name.

FrigidAir44

@omegastrider: The funny thing is that less availability increases the amount of pirates. In particular WORLDWIDE releases. Kotaku should really start reporting the REGION in which steam games will be released. It is quite painful everytime they post and things are NA only. In particular Capcom and Sega are asses with releasing Steam games on the Japanese Steam store.

develin