Frost WolfJul 13, 2023

5 Reminders NOT to Pre-Order Games This Year ~ We used to demand trials before buying before, what happened? ~ Stop Pre ordering Games

https://lemmy.world/post/1414008

5 Reminders NOT to Pre-Order Games This Year ~ We used to demand trials before buying before, what happened? ~ Stop Pre ordering Games - Lemmy.world

Honestly, if the idea of no trials don’t bother you, there are plenty more reminders why YOU shouldn’t preorder.

Show threadBilliamJul 13, 2023
I am going to keep pre-ordering games on solid platforms like Steam. The pros of pre-ordering tend to outweigh the cons. But people here, and on Reddit, love to exaggerate the cons of pre-ordering. As long as I can painlessly return a game if it turns out to be a stinker, it’s not a big deal.
Show threadOmodiJul 13, 2023
What are the pros of per-ordering? I can’t think of any other than promotional DLC that is normally worthless.
Show threadSaneless

If you buy at shops like Green Man Gaming you can save $12 or so at launch.

Drawback is no refund if it’s shit

Jul 13, 2023 at 1:30pmWeb
Show threadc0c0c0Jul 13, 2023
There are also the pre-order bonuses, like cool skins or early access. Caveat emptor on the actual value proposition.
Show threadMeanEYEJul 13, 2023
You mean access to locked content unless you pay sight unseen. Hardly a benefit.