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Cube · 02/23/2011, 08:03 pm

Why is the 5 game back to the future pack $19.99 on PS3 and $24.99 on PC/steam?

I thought the PC got the discount since it requires no extra publishing fees.

http://www.telltalegames.com/store/backtothefuture

Also no PC demo but the ps3 gets one?

And no 5.1 soundtrack on the ps3 either Whaa?

I had a stereo mix detected by my reciver when i played it. I was hoping it would since I was hoping the ps3 version would be more like watching the movies on the same couch you watch them on than playing it on the PC... (though the pc should have 5.1 and sound blaster eax too.)

It was my first telltale game i played on console I avoided them because of lack of mouse clicking don't feel right so not sure if any other games had 5.1.

I was going to get it on PC but it is $5 more and I did not get to try it on PC I wanted to see if it had a mouse point and click setup and ran at a higher res.

Michael J Fox is Canadian · 02/23/2011, 08:08 pm

Apparently that is abnormal for telltale, I believe its because of the fact that PS3 was the last to get the game made available so they get to save some $$$$

*divisionten* · 02/23/2011, 08:51 pm

The computer purchases also gave a copy of Puzzle Agent, and they get the end of season disc. The PS3 people don't.

Cube · 02/23/2011, 10:00 pm

Ohh if there is a disc and a extra game I will do the PC..

the steam is $24 and i don't think it comes with a disc.

martymcfly · 02/24/2011, 05:48 am

PS3 version is a month behind with each episode (aprox), plus console players don't get to buy the game on physical disk. As well, $19.99 makes it one of the pricier games on the US PSN already, so I imagine there are marketing reasons involved... it just sounds more tempting at that price and should result in more sales in the long term.

Final-Boss · 02/24/2011, 10:07 am

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Originally Posted by divisionten

The computer purchases also gave a copy of Puzzle Agent, and they get the end of season disc. The PS3 people don't.

did you only get puzzle agent if you pre-oredered? cause I didn't get it

Sisyphus · 02/24/2011, 10:14 am

I wish throwing in an extra five bucks to get the episodes on time on PSN was an option.

*Vainamoinen* · 02/24/2011, 10:55 am

The PC version has the season DVD, which is not exactly cheap. I think that's the main reason.

big-augen · 02/24/2011, 12:23 pm

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Originally Posted by Final-Boss

did you only get puzzle agent if you pre-oredered? cause I didn't get it

yep. pre-order only.

Gman5852 · 02/24/2011, 01:57 pm

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Originally Posted by Cube

Ohh if there is a disc and a extra game I will do the PC..

the steam is $24 and i don't think it comes with a disc.

DONT GET THE PC VERSION FOR THE EXTRA GAME!
That was preorder only.
I do reccomend that game though as that is only $5.
The disc is for all PC owners that order FROM TELLTALE though.

Rather Dashing · 02/24/2011, 03:16 pm

The game has a demo on PC, and that demo is 1/5 of the "game". You can play it yourself before deciding on a purchase. Also, remember that the disc will have shipping costs.

bttf1985cc · 02/24/2011, 06:01 pm

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Originally Posted by Michael J Fox is Canadian

Apparently that is abnormal for telltale, I believe its because of the fact that PS3 was the last to get the game made available so they get to save some $$$$

Ps3 was not the last to get the game, I pad was. It is cheaper on PS3 cause, well.. we all know the answer to that haha. Here is a alternate answer tho! People prefer to play on a gaming system vrs a compter. Im sure PS3 will have 2Xs more DL's then PC

Newblade · 02/24/2011, 06:28 pm

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Originally Posted by bttf1985cc

Ps3 was not the last to get the game, I pad was. It is cheaper on PS3 cause, well.. we all know the answer to that haha. Here is a alternate answer tho! People prefer to play on a gaming system vrs a compter. Im sure PS3 will have 2Xs more DL's then PC

If you foresee selling more in a given format, you would raise the price and not lower it.

Maikel Steneker · 02/25/2011, 12:19 am

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Originally Posted by Newblade

If you foresee selling more in a given format, you would raise the price and not lower it.

Or could could lower the price even more if many more people will buy it at that price. I think 35 dollars is a really high price for a PSN game, even if it's worth more than most 60 dollar retail games. People simple don't want to pay that much on PSN. Charging less for BTTF on PSN is a good strategy that will likely mean they'll make more money.

Iggman88 · 02/25/2011, 09:56 am

It's easier/cheaper to support a console that is 99.99% identical to the other 3 million. Where as there are 3 million different computer hardware combination to support? /shrug

PrivateJoker · 02/26/2011, 10:48 am

PC has better graphics and early release dates. Worth 5 bucks.

bttf1985cc · 02/26/2011, 11:51 am

Not so much, Sam and max were 1st released on psn, well they were formated for it 1st, Just depends on what gaming system you prefer, but psn is better and cheaper eventho we have to wait a extra month for the episode. Not a problem in my eyes haha

daisy1986 · 02/27/2011, 01:40 pm

when is the back to the future ep 2 gonna be release on ps3

Shadowknight1 · 02/27/2011, 04:15 pm

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Originally Posted by PrivateJoker

PC has better graphics and early release dates. Worth 5 bucks.

For me, the PS3 has better graphics. However, the early release dates and the fact that I can take it anywhere means I'm glad to have it on both.

mpuone · 02/27/2011, 04:28 pm

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Originally Posted by Shadowknight1

For me, the PS3 has better graphics. However, the early release dates and the fact that I can take it anywhere means I'm glad to have it on both.

What do you mean "take it anywhere"?

02/23/2011, 08:03 pm	#1
Cube Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 34	Why is the BTTF 5 game package $19.99 on PS3 and $24.99 on PC Why is the 5 game back to the future pack $19.99 on PS3 and $24.99 on PC/steam? I thought the PC got the discount since it requires no extra publishing fees. http://www.telltalegames.com/store/backtothefuture Also no PC demo but the ps3 gets one? And no 5.1 soundtrack on the ps3 either Whaa? I had a stereo mix detected by my reciver when i played it. I was hoping it would since I was hoping the ps3 version would be more like watching the movies on the same couch you watch them on than playing it on the PC... (though the pc should have 5.1 and sound blaster eax too.) It was my first telltale game i played on console I avoided them because of lack of mouse clicking don't feel right so not sure if any other games had 5.1. I was going to get it on PC but it is $5 more and I did not get to try it on PC I wanted to see if it had a mouse point and click setup and ran at a higher res. Last edited by Cube; 02/23/2011 at 08:10 pm.

02/23/2011, 08:51 pm	#3
divisionten Card (Whale) Shark Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: 時の向こう風の町 Posts: 2,314	The computer purchases also gave a copy of Puzzle Agent, and they get the end of season disc. The PS3 people don't. __________________ I am a community moderator, here to assist, keep the peace, and keep these boards clean and friendly for all. I am a volunteer, and not a Telltale employee, and my opinions are my own. --Playin' poker with GLaDOS before it was cool--

02/24/2011, 05:48 am	#5
martymcfly Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: United Kingdom, Liverpool Posts: 460	PS3 version is a month behind with each episode (aprox), plus console players don't get to buy the game on physical disk. As well, $19.99 makes it one of the pricier games on the US PSN already, so I imagine there are marketing reasons involved... it just sounds more tempting at that price and should result in more sales in the long term. __________________ Check out my site, Alternative Magazine Online!

02/24/2011, 10:55 am	#8
Vainamoinen Community Moderator Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 6,655	The PC version has the season DVD, which is not exactly cheap. I think that's the main reason. __________________ Moderators on the TTG forums are all volunteers from the community and still belong to the community. They are not employees of the company. The opinions expressed in their posts are those of individual fans and must not be confused with official company statements.

02/26/2011, 10:48 am	#16
PrivateJoker Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 586	PC has better graphics and early release dates. Worth 5 bucks. __________________ "Best.Thing.Ever" http://askthedudeblog.blogspot.com/

02/23/2011, 08:08 pm	#2
Michael J Fox is Canadian Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: ontario Posts: 1,079	Apparently that is abnormal for telltale, I believe its because of the fact that PS3 was the last to get the game made available so they get to save some $$$$

02/23/2011, 10:00 pm	#4
Cube Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 34	Ohh if there is a disc and a extra game I will do the PC.. the steam is $24 and i don't think it comes with a disc.

02/24/2011, 10:14 am	#7
Sisyphus Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 106	I wish throwing in an extra five bucks to get the episodes on time on PSN was an option.

02/25/2011, 09:56 am	#15
Iggman88 Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 53	It's easier/cheaper to support a console that is 99.99% identical to the other 3 million. Where as there are 3 million different computer hardware combination to support? /shrug

02/26/2011, 11:51 am	#17
bttf1985cc Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Hill Valley Posts: 151	Not so much, Sam and max were 1st released on psn, well they were formated for it 1st, Just depends on what gaming system you prefer, but psn is better and cheaper eventho we have to wait a extra month for the episode. Not a problem in my eyes haha

02/27/2011, 01:40 pm	#18
daisy1986 Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 1	ps3 back to future ep2 when is the back to the future ep 2 gonna be release on ps3

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