The only game I've ever done that for in any way was Pillars of Eternity, and that was because I never expected the Kickstarter to succeed so explosively.

[–] mojo@lemm.ee 1 points 2 years ago (2 children)

Because you can just watch gameplay now

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[–] Duenan@aussie.zone 1 points 2 years ago

I preorder physical stuff only, especially titles which are going to be in limited quantities due to low interest and number of copy printed.

Where I preorder still has a 7 day return policy as well so if it’s seriously bad or broken like Cyberpunk 2077 then I can just return and get my money back.

Don’t normally do digital preorders since it’s hard to cancel it and usually no point.

[–] VenetianBauta@lemmy.world 1 points 2 years ago (5 children)

In general I agree but the transparency level shown by the Cities Skylines 2 team has me rethinking this.

[–] jzefbeio54@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago (3 children)

I agree but there is no benefit of preording the game. Wait the release date, buy it, try it for 2 hours, then refund it / keep it.

[–] Rentlar@lemmy.ca 1 points 2 years ago

There is a pre-order bonus of a few unique buildings and an additional map. But no benefit to preorder 3 months before vs. 2 days before launch.

Pre-orders suck out of principle, but from what they've shown this is a pretty polished game.

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[–] Rentlar@lemmy.ca 1 points 2 years ago (2 children)

As a big Cities:Skylines fan, following the dev diaries, I'm with you. I'm having a tough time resisting the urge to preorder.

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[–] UltraMagnus0001@lemmy.world 1 points 2 years ago

I started waiting for like a year after release. I don't have as much time to play anymore.

[–] SCB@lemmy.world 1 points 2 years ago (4 children)

I already pre-ordered both Diablo 4 and Baldurs Gate 3 this year and am quite happy I did both.

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