Second Hand Game - Nightlighting Patch

[Kryters 0]

I'm at the end of my tether here. Every time I mention that I want the nightlighting patch but can't obtain it from the official site people instantly think that I have a pirated game. In fact, I'm certain that people missed this thread altogether due to that fact.

I bought the game second-hand. When I was in the shop buying the game, the last thing that was on my mind was enquiring whether the previous owner had left log-on details so that I could obtain a patch I wasn't even aware about.

I read this thread and got a little bit annoyed. It's all very well saying all that, but realistically I found out this information faaar to late to be able to do anything about it. I wasn't even aware of any Sim City 4 communities until 3 or 4 months after purchase. Meh!

I even have the original box with a "When it's game over trade it & save at Gamestation" sticker on it!

I'm so desperate, I'll post a picture of the box with me and today's bloody newspaper if you want proof!

Sheesh! All I want is to see pretty lights in my city! Not a mouthful of unrealistic rubbish!

=P =D Signed; a disgruntled 2nd-hand shopper.

Kryters

[Bluebeard 0]

You have yourself to blame.Getting the patches your going to need the "Serial Numbers" then "Register" at the main site.
    Now nobody here in there right  mind are going to give you there access to the main site.So go out and buy a "New" game.Goodluck

[tungston 19]

I am not sure what you are wanting us to do. The file is too large to email, even if someone wanted to do that.

Save yourself a headache, amazon.com sells the Deluxe version for 15 USD.

[Kryters 0]

You have yourself to blame.Getting the patches your going to need the "Serial Numbers" then "Register" at the main site.

    Now nobody here in there right  mind are going to give you there access to the main site.So go out and buy a "New" game.Goodluckquote>

*Is sick into own scorn*

Thanks for your contribution. Did you even read what I wrote?

[Kryters 0]

I am not sure what you are wanting us to do. The file is too large to email, even if someone wanted to do that.

Save yourself a headache, amazon.com sells the Deluxe version for 15 USD. quote>

Now here's some useful information. This is the first time anybody has mentioned that the file is large.

I thought it was around 30MB, which isn't really that large by today's standards actually.

Uploads are nice...

=P =D

[Bluebeard 0]

Yes your problem is very clear.

    You bought a "Used" game where the previous owner had already used the codes to access the main site.

    Now seeing "You" made a mistake you wish us to fix it.

[Kryters 0]

Yes your problem is very clear.

    You bought a "Used" game where the previous owner had already used the codes to access the main site.

    Now seeing "You" made a mistake you wish us to fix it.quote>

Aha! Yes, that's what 'community' is all about! How about the person that makes the 'mistake' of cooking whilst drunk or forgetting to check if the smoke alarm batteries are still working - does that mean we shouldn't save them in even of a fire?

I'm all too used to the "better-than-thou" attitude against 2nd hand buyers. It makes no sense.

Gamers are ferociously anti-social. This is a perfect example.

[tungston 19]

Originally posted by: Kryters

Now here's some useful information. This is the first time anybody has mentioned that the file is large.

I thought it was around 30MB, which isn't really that large by today's standards actually.

Uploads are nice...

=P =Dquote>

 

The file is 14.4 MB, but email services limit the size you can send to 10 MB.  And to top that off, the file is an exe, which you can't send with email, even if it is zipped.

[Kryters 0]

The file is 14.4 MB, but email services limit the size you can send to 10 MB.  And to top that off, the file is an exe, which you can't send with email, even if it is zipped.quote>

I was referring to free upload sites such as Megaupload. I've uploaded TV shows to people who missed the original broadcast before. I admit, I knew these people were 100% genuine, and I haven't really proven that I am - but I am willing to, of course. I actually can't afford to re-buy the game in any case...

I understand it is a bother, but I hope this community can be trusting enough to lend a hand.

Of course, if not, I'll simply have one boring looking city.

[hawkpride147 1]

sorry, but you're going to have to stick with one boring city. we have no proof (even with pics) that you didn't pirate the game. we strongly encourage you to buy the deluxe edition new in box (amazon.com is the cheapest). you seem to be trying to guilt trip us. software companies are very protective of their products. its not that we don't want to help you, its that protecting ourselves by not placing ourselves in a position where we might get in trouble with the software companies is more important.

[vinces 0]

Buying the game secondhand does nothing to support the software company. They don't owe you the patch and we don't owe you the patch. For $15 at Amazon.com just get the Deluxe Edition.

[Bluebeard 0]

Well I think you start saving your pennies for a new game.This community is very good at helping and we do care but don't forget about the legal issues also at hand.
    Those nite patches are property of electronic arts and I'm not saying your a snitch but I think this falls under a don't think it about or else.
    How did you get the other patches?.

[Kryters 0]

Buying the game secondhand does nothing to support the software company. They don't owe you the patch and we don't owe you the patch. For $15 at Amazon.com just get the Deluxe Edition.quote>

So I BUY the game from a reputable local chain-store, and then have to BUY it AGAIN because the way I BOUGHT the game in the first place was not the correct way so as to give the company who made it more money.

I'm glad you show concern for the profits of the computer software behemoth EA. The ones who r*ped many a great franchise - Command and Conquer = perfect example - but y'know that's not what I'm concerned about right now.

Originally posted by: hawkpride147its not that we don't want to help you, its that protecting ourselves by not placing ourselves in a position where we might get in trouble with the software companies is more important.quote>

I like this seemingly clever scapegoat. The "we do want to help you" creates a false affinity to soften the blow. Yet, I find it difficult to imagine how the software company can trace your identity to an extent where they could prosecute you. If they were to take such drastic measures, I have a perfectly legitimate copy of the game right here. They'd have no grounds to. But I digress. That's irrelevant.

software companies are very protective of their productsquote>

Yet without a Product Registration, I could update my game to the "PATCH  Version 6.50". I don't see why EA have opted to protect one patch but not this one...

Would someone please like to destroy this thread or something. I've seen enough.

[Bluebeard 0]

I'm just curious and don't you have to answer.Was the store you bought the used game sold out of new copies?.

[Kryters 0]

I'm just curious and don't you have to answer.Was the store you bought the used game sold out of new copies?.quote>

The shop's bane was SimCity 4. I think they vowed never to sell it again when a dozen copies were traded in and never bought. =P So to answer your question: there were no new copies in the shop. And why should I have bought a new one? There would have been at least a £8 [$16] difference over the pre-owned game. If you were in my position, I'm sure you would have bought the cheaper one. I mean, what are the advantages of buying new over old? When you are standing in a shop, you aren't thinking down the line in this manner...

When you are buying something - realistically - you aren't contemplating the patches it's going to require, surely! =D

[Bluebeard 0]

To be honest with you no I wouldn't go second hand on a game I would save until I could buy it new.

  I wish there was more we could do for you but our hands are tied.If this wasn't the deluxe version then save for the expansion Rush Hour.

  Goodluck and hopefully you learned something from this problem.

[beebs 129]

Actually, it's legally alright to have the files on another site, so long as they aren't there for the purpose of making money. For a full version of why/how, see this thread in the Mac forum.

Kryters: Click here, and enjoy the nightlights.

[A Nonny Moose 8,261]

Thanks for the link availability beebs.  I have made this available to others since we got the ruling, but my method is very slow.

[Bordz 0]

Um i feel sorry for Kryters everyone is being completely over the top about this. remember he did say that he would post a pic if himself with the box into the forum. geez lighten up.

If your woundering why i can't help it its because im on a 256/64k internet speed.

[Mr_Maison 2,426]

I never knew a game store that sold used PC games or accepted them for trade. They usually have a strict rule about that. Consoles are a different story as it is harder to make a copy. I think that if this problem is not resolved due to the previous ownership, the store the game was bought from should accomedate with a new copy or give the money back because it's not fair. Console games don't come with serial numbers...most PC games do. I think once a game is personalized with ones name associated with a serial number, it's no good to sell it to a stranger who can't even register it to get the full advantage. Or at least this issue should've been explained before the game was purchased. I hate bad business.

[Cleaner475 150]

I barely ever buy Second Hand games because of the problems with serial codes and updates

I think you should have researched more into what you were buying BEFORE you bought the game, I'm not trying to say this in a un kind way but you only have yourself to blame.

And stop trying to make us give it to you illegally.

We can't you, just give advice - just get a new copy

[beebs 129]

Originally posted by: cleaner475

And stop trying to make us give it to you illegally.quote>

It isn't illegal in this case. Read up on the thread I linked for more information.