Far Cry 2 and Fallout 3 appear to be the latest additions to the Steam games catalogue for Australian. While this should (in theory) lead to much rejoicing, both titles appear to have their digital distribution plans flawed in some way. While it is good to see both titles available on the service, many gamers will be unimpressed by some of the downfalls.

Let's first look at Far Cry 2 - it is now US$54.99 on Steam for Australian audiences, an increase of US$5 for Australians. As if to add insult to injury, the Steam version of Far Cry 2 will retain the SecuROM DRM protection we've previously outlined. Meanwhile, Fallout 3 will be available on Steam for the low, low price of US$69.99, an increase of US$20 for Australian audiences.


Far Cry 2, Fallout 3
With the current exchange rates, there is absolutely no appeal to the digital offerings of Far Cry 2 and Fallout 3. Much like Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, (and its previous price hike on Steam) it will appear that a Fallout 3 purchase will be much wiser from a local brick and mortar retailer.

These are backward steps in terms of digital distribution, and are likely to do nothing to assist the stance of such a distribution medium with PC gamers.

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