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    Noob Question - Installing Games

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by koreo, Jul 15, 2009.

  1. koreo

    koreo Notebook Consultant

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    Sorry if this is a dumb question, I am a noob :confused:

    How do I install a game to where I don't need the disc to play it? I'm not sure if current games require the disc, but the same question applies if they do!
     
    koreo, Jul 15, 2009
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  2. masterchef341

    masterchef341 The guy from The Notebook

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    buy the game from steam or direct2drive.

    steampowered.com
     
    masterchef341, Jul 15, 2009
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  3. koreo

    koreo Notebook Consultant

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    ^Oh wow, I am really stupid. I just realized most games you can get from online now. Thanks!
     
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  4. LaptopNut

    LaptopNut Notebook Virtuoso

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    Keep an eye on the official game patch change logs. I have noticed quite a few game patches allow you to play without your CD after updating but they dont usually advertise this.

    Examples are Supreme Commander, Quake 4, World In Conflict, GTA SA and a few others.
     
    LaptopNut, Jul 15, 2009
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  5. johncolazabal

    johncolazabal Notebook Geek

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    If you already have the game installed, search for gamecopyworld. While there, search for your game and install the no cd-dvd patch. Replace it with your old desktop icon. If you need more help, just PM me.... I've done it many times before. It can be a little confusing.
     
    johncolazabal, Jul 15, 2009
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