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The YouTube video provides a comprehensive comparison between purchasing options for Modern Warfare 2 on Battle.net and Steam. Key points include discussing the advantages and drawbacks of each launcher, such as update reliability, download speeds, in-game purchases, and profits. The speaker highlights Steam as the preferred platform due to faster downloads, better functionality, and support for cross-play games. Viewers are encouraged to consider these factors when deciding where to buy the game. Additionally, the video ends by inviting viewers to share their thoughts on their purchasing decisions for the game.
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In this segment, the video discusses a PC buyer’s guide for Modern Warfare 2, comparing purchasing options on Battle.net and Steam. The narrator highlights the pros and cons of each launcher. Battle.net, being Activision’s proprietary launcher, is considered the ‘home’ of Modern Warfare 2 and may receive updates slightly earlier than Steam. It could offer a more reliable in-game purchase experience, ensuring smoother transactions with Call of Duty points. Additionally, since it’s a first-party launcher, Activision receives all profits from purchases made through it.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the potential pricing differences between Steam and Battle.net for Call of Duty games, noting that Battle.net might be more reliable due to routine maintenance on Steam. The speaker also mentions the convenience of having fewer launchers to manage by using Steam and highlights the advantage of faster download speeds on Steam compared to Battle.net for updates on Call of Duty games. The speaker expresses preference for Steam over Battle.net for these reasons.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the advantages of using Steam over Battle.net for downloading games like Modern Warfare 2. They highlight that Steam handles large numbers of users efficiently, making downloads faster. They also mention the benefit of using Steam wallet funds for in-game purchases. Steam is emphasized as a better platform for PC gamers due to its features, such as messaging and game invites. The speaker recommends Steam, especially for existing PC players or those with friends on the platform. They note that new PC gamers can choose either platform, with download speeds being the main difference to consider. Overall, the speaker prefers Steam for its usability and support from Activision for cross-play games.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker expresses hesitance about purchasing a game on Battle.net next year and shares that they are not a big fan of the launcher. The speaker asks viewers where they are planning to purchase the game and why, inviting them to share their reasoning. The segment concludes with a statement about looking forward to the next video.