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Jason
01-19-2010, 09:48 PM
It appears that BioWare are taking this new-fangled DLC malarkey seriously. Having already poured plenty of DLC into Dragon Age: Origins, they're planning on doing the same with Mass Effect 2.
However, there's a twist with this one. The majority of DLC will be free through something in-game called the 'Cerberus Network' - the first batch will be available on release day, and feature a new character to join your team. The twist is that the Cerberus Network will only be available for free to players who purchase the game NEW. I assume this is accessed by a code found inside the case.
For purchasers of used games, the Cerberus Network can be accessed by paying a set fee, although it hasn't been made clear exactly how much this will be yet.

What are your thoughts on this? I have to say, I think it's an interesting and novel idea, and as long as the DLC stays free through the Cerberus Network, it's a great idea. If they start charging for the DLC, it'll be unfair on those who purchase the game used, as they'll be paying twice.

MyNameDidntFit
01-20-2010, 12:41 PM
Meh. Those that buy it used won't be paying full price to start with (and if they are, they're idiots) so I don't much care if they have to pay twice.

/heartless

Jason
01-20-2010, 04:41 PM
I guess you're right. It's important to remember that when a game gets bought second-hand, the publishers/devs see NONE of that money. It all goes to the the seller. I've bought used games in the past, and will do so in the future if the price is right, but with so much competition in the market now, it's not worth buying used games at the prices some stores are charging for them (seriously, I saw one shop trying to sell a second-hand copy of Uncharted 2 for £37.99. I pre-ordered it brand new for £38.99...), so I think unless the stores get smart and stop being so greedy, they're going to lose the entire market.

ScarePriest
01-28-2010, 05:42 AM
Todayy acquired the game (new of course) and the Cerberus Network seems a good motivator buying the game new, but still I hope that the fee for those who buy it used is reasonable