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Lack of Clarity in the Store

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October 15, 2013 11:51:38 PM from Galactic Civilizations III ForumsGalactic Civilizations III Forums

It seems I'm not the only one confused by this.

Neither the Founder's Edition or the Founder's Elite Edition says - explicitly or implicitly - that you actually purchase Galactic Civilizations III. Read the store page carefully before you continue: https://www.galciv3.com/store

 

The Founder's Edition looks you're buying beta access and a $10 coupon towards the full game.

The Founder's Elite Edition says you're buying Alpha, all the expansion packs and DLC, and a star name, but makes no mention of beta or the full game.

 

Few dedicated fans are going to hand over $99.99 unless you are clear with what they're purchasing. Please clarify!

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Reply #1 October 16, 2013 3:55:50 AM
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I caught that, too.

I had mentioned it earlier and the responses seemed to settle the matter of the actual game being included.

Just weird wording. They need a proofer or somethin'.

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Reply #2 October 16, 2013 4:04:07 AM
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Agreed I am currently holding off from buying a founder's elite because I am unsure if I will need to pay again 50$, 40$ or if the game is already included in it

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Reply #3 October 16, 2013 4:09:45 AM
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True, it doesn't mention that the actual release version is included. But I think it's far more likely to be an oversight (because of how obvious it is) than malicious intent. It would be pretty short-sighted to tank their reputation like this. I'm not worried.

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Reply #4 October 16, 2013 6:20:44 AM
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Quoting Mivo,
reply 3

True, it doesn't mention that the actual release version is included. But I think it's far more likely to be an oversight (because of how obvious it is) than malicious intent. It would be pretty short-sighted to tank their reputation like this. I'm not worried.

 

This. The Founder's Edition seems to be your normal Pre-Order. Essentially, it's 10$ off the Retail Price.

 

What I'm wondering (even though it's pretty unimportant) is: Will we be able to assign the name that appears in the special thanks?

 

Edit: I just checked the FAQ and it seems there is an answer there:

Q: How much is it?

A: The final price is $49.99, but those who join the Founder’s Program get it for $39.99. Or you can be an Elite Founder and get the game plus all DLC and expansions plus some other goodies for $99.99.
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Reply #5 October 16, 2013 8:08:05 AM
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You get a Steam key for the game with both editions.

 

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Reply #6 October 16, 2013 8:10:35 AM
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Sorry Adlantis, but I had to remove some of your quotes.  For some reason they broke the thread.

 

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Reply #7 October 16, 2013 8:42:40 AM
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Cool thanks for replying. The way is it phrased I was thinking that you would be buying the founder edition and then have to buy the game at launch but with a 10$ rebate
Happy to have been mistaken

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Reply #8 October 16, 2013 9:08:42 AM
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Thanks for the replies. I'm glad I'm not the only one who was confused.

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Reply #9 October 16, 2013 9:20:38 AM
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please add a gift, or 50% bonus for previous galciv versions or some coupon for full collectors edition of all games.

 

I wanna buy....

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Reply #10 October 16, 2013 10:17:49 AM
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Quoting athelasloraiel,
reply 9

please add a gift, or 50% bonus for previous galciv versions or some coupon for full collectors edition of all games.

 

I wanna buy....

I think I read on the welcome message that Stardock is going to do a sale on Steam. 

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