[Steam noob question]

I actually like steam. :confused: I've had a Steam account for around six years, and i have never had a problem with it. The best thing about Steam is that I have been able to pick up a lot of games for real cheap over the years. Not having to worry about a CD or paper sleeve with a number on the back is nice also.

[What are people's opinions here on Mass Effect 2?]

Mass Effect 1 and 2 are both amazing games, that have a very cinematic feel. I personally liked the first one a little better because I liked the story a little more. The first time i played through the scene where you talk to Sovereign, I actually had goose bumps.

[Poll: 3D: gimmick or godsent?]

I have played F.E.A.R. 2, Metro 2033, Burnout Paradise, Deus Ex and Hitman Contracts in 3D. If you have an nVidia GPU and some anaglyph glasses you can try it. F.E.A.R. 2 had moments that looked absolutely amazing in 3D, especially the weapons, which looked like you could reach right out and grab them. Metro 2033 also looked pretty damned good. The frayed strings around the gloves, and the wrist watch looked very real. If you think of gaming as more than just a hobby, I recommend you get a decent nVidia card, a 3D ready monitor (anything 120hz) and the nVidia 3D Vision kit.

[Best games music]

1. Mass Effect - Best VG soundtrack ever. (ME2 OST was a big disappointment)

2. Neverwinter Nights - 1 or 2 since the majority of the soundtrack was shared between the two.

3. Gothic 3 - Awesome, perfect fitting soundtrack.

4. Legacy of Kain SoulReaver - Great, unique music that set the mood incredibly well.

5. Medal Of Honor (the original) - Even though I almost puked when I watched the making of videos and saw that the beautiful woman's voice was actually a fat little boy, the music was still great.