Placebo 29 Posted June 30, 2009 (edited) The eagerly anticipated sandbox PC military shooter smash hit of 2009, ARMA II, is released and available for all who want to visit the post-soviet republic of Chernarus and enjoy the many fantastic features of this monumental war simulator. Do you want to fight eye to eye with enemies on the lush, open battlefield, do you want to take advantage by strafing enemy position in aircraft, do you want to crush enemy lines in a tank? Then download this ultimate military simulator and get a taste of what it takes to be a soldier in a modern warfare conflict!Now with 5 free postcards and topographic map as exclusive free gifts for each ARMA II order placed before the end of July 2009*. Just to clarify in case anyone is unsure, the Sprocket version of ArmA2 is 1.02 and it contains localisation for both English and Czech (chosen through ingame options). Edited June 30, 2009 by Placebo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrazyAce 0 Posted June 30, 2009 (edited) Sweet thank you Placebo for pointing this out to us, I was hoping to get this game before July 4th... But wow dude... USD 67.65, na I don't think so. Edited June 30, 2009 by CrazyAce Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NetWalker 0 Posted June 30, 2009 This version is boxed or not? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrazyAce 0 Posted June 30, 2009 (edited) Digital Download, but the free stuff is mailed... Edited June 30, 2009 by CrazyAce Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BaseJumper 10 Posted June 30, 2009 1. Retail Boxed copy : USD $ 39.99 (no free stuff) 2. Steam Digital Distribution copy: USD $ 49.99 ( no free stuff) 3. Sprocket Digital Distribution copy: USD $56.85 (free 5 printed postcards & map) Guess which one most people are getting ? :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrazyAce 0 Posted June 30, 2009 Hu I got something different this time after I logged in, the price just fell to USD 56.85... I think I'll wait a little bit longer then. Seeing as how the site can’t make up its mind on what to charge for a DD. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BaseJumper 10 Posted June 30, 2009 Hu I got something different this time after I logged in, the price just fell to USD 56.85... I think I'll wait a little bit longer then. Seeing as how the site can’t make up its mind on what to charge for a DD. Waiting until the price drops to $39.99 ? :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nomdeplume 0 Posted June 30, 2009 The price shown if you're not logged in seems to include sales tax (add it to your cart and go to check-out and you'll see tax as a line item). Once you're logged in it'll charge that tax if you're in an applicable country, so if you're not then it will be a bit cheaper. In fact looking at it now, they've made that clear on the product page: USD 67.65 (USD 56.85 excl. VAT) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twisted 128 Posted June 30, 2009 does it also have the 3 installation limit before having to cal to try and get more activations? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrazyAce 0 Posted June 30, 2009 I swear that Value Added Tax is going to start a new rebellion here… Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Placebo 29 Posted June 30, 2009 does it also have the 3 installation limit before having to cal to try and get more activations? Unlimited activations on the same PC 5 activations on different hardware for 6 months (then you get new 5 activations) And of course you can always email support if you have any problems, but I think with 5 for varying hardware over 6 months you'd have to be extremely rich to keep upgrading your PC that much ;) Regarding paying VAT, I believe it's only if you live in the EU that you pay VAT, but you could be in the US and pay with an EU credit card and that would mean you don't need to pay VAT. Of course the postcards/map would be sent to the non-EU address you register with, so if for example you're a European, visiting a non-EU friend, and you order ArmA2 from Sprocket with your EU credit card, but then suddenly have to return to Europe before your postcards/map arrives, as long as you correctly entered the friend's address he will still receive the postcards/map and can forward them on to you. ---------- Post added at 21:41 ---------- Previous post was at 20:46 ---------- And for those worries about download speed: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brendon 0 Posted July 1, 2009 Too bad Sprocket is a complete scam in some cases. Customer support for them is very unreliable. Tried talking to a Rep when I had problems with their ArmA download and I got an e-mail a week later with broken English. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Placebo 29 Posted July 1, 2009 Too bad Sprocket is a complete scam in some cases. Customer support for them is very unreliable. Tried talking to a Rep when I had problems with their ArmA download and I got an e-mail a week later with broken English. I'm sorry but that's nonsense, in the very early stages there were some teething problems but they were quickly resolved and they go out of their way to help people resolve Sprocket issues as quickly as possible (as I do myself and have offered to help in the past with anyone having Sprocket issues). I know the guy personally who does Sprocket's support and he does an excellent job, and speaks very good English. I'm sorry if you had previous problems with a Sprocket version but calling them a "scam" is extremely unfair and inflammatory. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
killerwhale 1 Posted July 1, 2009 Why would I buy when the DVD version is just 6 more days away? until then, I'll stay with the Demo. Online download is full of Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr_centipede 31 Posted July 2, 2009 Why would I buy when the DVD version is just 6 more days away? until then, I'll stay with the Demo. Online download is full of Just another options for people to buy and play the game... for those that find downloading stuffs is more convenient and cheaper. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrazyAce 0 Posted July 2, 2009 Sure absolutely as it is a matter of choice, but as mentioned the DVD is only a few days away. Now what Sprocket should have done was get the license to distribute the game upon release, then I would see sales go up even further. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dwarden 1125 Posted July 2, 2009 Why would I buy when the DVD version is just 6 more days away? until then, I'll stay with the Demo. Online download is full of only if you want all the money ends by the developer ... btw. these postcards are awesome :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SWAT_BigBear 0 Posted July 3, 2009 When I bought ArmA I from Sprocket, they had a Domain name. Is there a reason there new sight is just an IP? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andi 10 Posted July 3, 2009 only if you want all the money ends by the developer ... Oh, so Sprocket is a non-profit organization? :rolleyes: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kegetys 2 Posted July 3, 2009 Can I buy only the completely free postcards & map? :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Noraf 0 Posted July 3, 2009 +1 on that, being that i allready have bought 2 copies of this game, i think the wife would have a problem with me buying a 3rd, being that i only have 1 gaming rig to play on... :P Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ombas 0 Posted July 3, 2009 does the sprocket version have securom? is the online activation softwrap? brendon: i'm sorry you had such a bad experience with them. i got arma1 from them in december of 2006 and have had very good service. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Placebo 29 Posted July 3, 2009 When I bought ArmA I from Sprocket, they had a Domain name. Is there a reason there new sight is just an IP? They still have a domain name: http://www.sprocketidea.com/joomla/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage-honza.tpl&product_id=30&category_id=2&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=2&vmcchk=1&Itemid=2 I guess I posted the URL before the paint had dried ;) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SWAT_BigBear 0 Posted July 3, 2009 Gotcha, and thanks. On a side note, since CDWOW is forfilling my order as of less than an hour ago, I would like to purchase the map and greeting cards. Do you guys have any plans for this? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
