Alpha Protocol is back – DRM-free, for modern PCs!

[Korinu]

Just released on GOG:
https://www.gog.com/en/news/alpha_protocol_is_back_drmfree_for_modern_pcs_watch_the_documentary_video_on_the_process_of_its_revival

Good, old adventures of agent Michael Thornton come back with:
Licensed soundtrack;
Achievements support;
Full controller support (Dualsense, DualShock 4, Nintendo Switch Pro, Xbox Series or Xbox One controller);
Localization support;
Compatibility with modern operating systems;
Cloud saves support.

Let's hope the update is released on Steam as well.

[Gearotic]

Originally posted by Forticon:

It would be nice if the Steam version got updated as well, but if it doesn't that's understandable. GOG went above and beyond to make this happen, so if they want it on their platform I would respect that decision.

I'm gonna be buying a copy from there anyways (so now I'll own physical disc, Steam version and now GOG version).

I already bought it twice, for Xbox 360 and Steam, I'll wait a bit to see if the Steam version updates, otherwise I'll have to think about buying it a third time.

[Snappums]

This, like SWAT 4, Stranglehold and others is listed under the "Only On GOG" section of their website. https://www.gog.com/en/games/tags/only-on-gog
I highly doubt this will get a Steam update.

[gordonfreeman01]

GOG put its own engineers on the work of fixing the game so it's unlikely these updates will reach Steam soon, if at all.

[NeeLot]

As often happens, if you want to play an older game, the GOG copy will usually the one that works better on modern machines, because GOG gets their own staff to ensure that it works. I'd love for Steam version to also get patched, but it's probably gonna stay the way it is now.

[Sargon Aelther]

GOG is the best! I'm so glad to finally have this DRM-Free!

[sicod]

I have this game on PS3, Steam. and now GOG. It's worth it. Janky yes? REAL CHOICES THAT MATTER. HECK YEAH!

[gusgreco7]

Originally posted by NeeLot:

As often happens, if you want to play an older game, the GOG copy will usually the one that works better on modern machines, because GOG gets their own staff to ensure that it works. I'd love for Steam version to also get patched, but it's probably gonna stay the way it is now.

Don't think so. Older games always need some work to run on modern pcs no matter gog or steam. Patches and mods for 4k resolutions or unlimited fps etc. you have work to do by yourself to play them in the best possible way.

[Kuro X Kage]

Exclusive to GOG? Seems like it. Always cool to see PC exclusive store stuff.

[gordonfreeman01]

Originally posted by Kuro X Kage:

Exclusive to GOG? Seems like it. Always cool to see PC exclusive store stuff. :PixSe:

As much as I want everything to be available everywhere, GOG put in all the work to actually fix the game and get the rights back to be able to sell the game. It has every right to sell the game on its store to make back the investment.

[DioMeD22]

This is great. Going to buy it, good game, but i missed the chance to get it.

[Kuro X Kage]

Originally posted by gordonfreeman01:

Originally posted by Kuro X Kage:

Exclusive to GOG? Seems like it. Always cool to see PC exclusive store stuff.

As much as I want everything to be available everywhere, GOG put in all the work to actually fix the game and get the rights back to be able to sell the game. It has every right to sell the game on its store to make back the investment.

I get it. Times have changed. But wouldn't allowing the gog teams changes allowed on every PC store, garner them more dollars?

[Cutlass Jack]

I love this. I'm going to get the game again on GoG just because of that video.
Really makes me want to play it again and not even try to see if my Steam version still works.

[NeeLot]

Originally posted by gusgreco7:

Originally posted by NeeLot:

As often happens, if you want to play an older game, the GOG copy will usually the one that works better on modern machines, because GOG gets their own staff to ensure that it works. I'd love for Steam version to also get patched, but it's probably gonna stay the way it is now.

Don't think so. Older games always need some work to run on modern pcs no matter gog or steam. Patches and mods for 4k resolutions or unlimited fps etc. you have work to do by yourself to play them in the best possible way.

Just gonna drop as an example, GOG copy of Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines comes packaged with the Unofficial Patch. If you want any cut content restoration you still need to apply it yourself again though. When GOG lists modern systems as compatible with older games listed on their store, you can generally assume that their staff has put at least minimal amount of effort to ensure that it actually works right away.

[Snake]

Yeah, f**k those key/gift resellers, insta-buy.

[Snake]

Originally posted by michaelscott22:

Maybe someone will figure out how to implement the QOL improvements to the Steam version, as happened with some games in the past too. Usually here on Steam you can find some old games that are the exact game released at GOG. Will be a matter of time (or at least I hope so), to see that happen.

Can't encourage that, since this would involve piracy to create a mod based on GOG team's work. So unless Sega themselves would do something about steam copy, no chance I guess.

Or, if you happen to have both steam and gog versions, you yourself theoreticaly might be able to experiment with games' files and see if something might be replaced and work better or considering other kinds of tinkering.

Anyways, that's a popular issue with MS store getting patches for some gamepass versions while steam won't get those for months/years or at all so don't get your hopes too high.