Question about Steam version vs. GOG version

[NeveroddoreveN 67]

Hey everyone! A quick thought that I hope someone can help me with - when it comes to SimCity 4 Deluxe, and with including mods and custom content, which version would you guys recommend more... the Steam version or the GOG version? Which one is easier to work with, including downloading mods and custom content? Any and all help is appreciated!! Thanks so much!!

[CorinaMarie 29,605]

GOG is by far the superior choice.

It is DRM free and very easy to work with. Be certain tho that you download the Offline version (or whatever they call it). The big buttons will want to include a Galaxy Launcher (which is fine for modern games, but does not play nice with SC4).

[Simizen 1,098]

1 hour ago, CorinaMarie said:

The big buttons will want to include a Galaxy Launcher (which is fine for modern games, but does not play nice with SC4).

even with this, you can select the option to add a shortcut to the desktop, which bypasses the launcher. The launcher should still track hours played though. Of course, all of this is still optional

[NeveroddoreveN 67]

Got it!! I have leaned more towards Steam games than GOG because in the past I have had more success running Steam games on my PC. There are a TON of people who prefer Steam over GOG hands down, I would say most of my gaming library is Steam, I use GOG for games that Steam does not carry. For a while I was interested in a Steam Deck, but found that if I just connect my PC to my TV, I can run games just like the Deck but without the really hefty price tag. And my PC can play games that the Steam Deck cannot. Money saved!! But I do thank you guys for your comments and suggestions!! I will follow suit for SimCity 4 Deluxe, I can't wait to play!! Happy Gaming!!

[CorinaMarie 29,605]

17 minutes ago, NeveroddoreveN said:

I have leaned more towards Steam games than GOG because in the past I have had more success running Steam games on my PC.

Just to clarify: There is nothing wrong with SC4 from Steam, but you do have to jump thru a few hoops to play your game if your internet goes out and the Install Dir for DLLs is a wee bit more buried iirc.

[NeveroddoreveN 67]

Oh, no I am totally fine with using GOG (with the offline installer), I was just saying that most of my games are on Steam because I have had a better experience with it, but GOG is great too. I have heard that many gamers play "religiously" with Steam, but yeah I can go with either one. No worries there, and I thank you guys for letting me know about what version of SimCity 4 Deluxe I should go with!! I bought myself a new PC as a late Christmas present, so when I finally get it, one of the first things I will do (gaming-wise) is install SimCity 4 and will utilize the downloads from the beginners guide. Fun times!!

[Ulisse Wolf 4,412]

3 minutes ago, NeveroddoreveN said:

Oh, no I am totally fine with using GOG (with the offline installer), I was just saying that most of my games are on Steam because I have had a better experience with it, but GOG is great too. I have heard that many gamers play "religiously" with Steam, but yeah I can go with either one. No worries there, and I thank you guys for letting me know about what version of SimCity 4 Deluxe I should go with!! I bought myself a new PC as a late Christmas present, so when I finally get it, one of the first things I will do (gaming-wise) is install SimCity 4 and will utilize the downloads from the beginners guide. Fun times!!

If you are more comfortable with Steam then use the Steam version of SC4.

The only difference between the GOG version and Steam is that GOG does not have DRM. For some people they prefer to have the game without DRM for others it doesn't matter.

You have to choose which version that is more comfortable for you

[NeveroddoreveN 67]

Thanks so much!! And yeah, its pretty much personal preference whether anyone uses GOG or Steam. But if its recommended that I use GOG, then that is what path I will take. I am still quite the newbie with all of this, when I download the appropriate files (the ones explained in the beginners guide) to my PC, I will go the route that is easiest and most hassle-free. But again, I thank everyone for their help!!