Special Forces Edition Update - Now Downloadable as DLC!

Topic Subject: Special Forces Edition Update - Now Downloadable as DLC!

rob_redcoat
Mariner

posted 10-05-09 03:19 PM EDT (US)

Steam has also included an update of the special forces edition, including the 3 units that were previously available as pre-order specials.

I hope this updates automatically and we don't need to repurchase.

This one sounds interesting. I wonder if they scream like women when shot and do we see the decapitations???

The Dahomey Amazons � An elite female-only military regiment from West Africa. Disciplined both in rifle drills and close combat, they are rightly feared for their incredible courage and their practice of decapitating their captives. This unit is available when holding territory in North Africa.

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SlashKhan
Mariner

posted 10-05-09 03:46 PM EDT (US) 1 / 9

I doubt we will see the decapitations, as it states that they decapitated their captives and in ETW they are no captives

rob_redcoat
Mariner

posted 10-05-09 05:04 PM EDT (US) 2 / 9

Couldn't find the Prussian Hussar unit in custom battles, so I hope this doesn't mean we miss out.

Lenardius VII
Mariner

posted 10-06-09 04:22 AM EDT (US) 3 / 9

i haven't got the special forces edition and i wish i had pre ordered it is there a way to buy the content of SF for the original ETW?

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Aftermath
HG Alumnus

posted 10-06-09 05:14 AM EDT (US) 4 / 9

Yeah, this pack is for all the units which were released with the SF edition. I think I'll pass on it though, I already have the SF edition and so getting those Amazons and Hussars isn't really worth the cash. A good buy for those who haven't got it yet though

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rob_redcoat
Mariner

posted 10-06-09 06:40 AM EDT (US) 5 / 9

You couldn't buy it even if you wanted to. If you already have the special forces edition, steam tells you you've already purchased the dlc. Therefore anyone who purchased the SFE at release is now missing out on 2-3 units (I got the USS Constitution as a pre-order).

So, for $10 extra I got 7 units at release. Others now get 9 units for $2.50. CA need to fix this.

Collecian
Mariner

posted 10-06-09 10:03 AM EDT (US) 6 / 9

Well for $2.49, I couldn't pass up the Special Forces Unit Pack. I believe it adds a little more diversity to the overall game.

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Aftermath
HG Alumnus

posted 10-07-09 04:34 PM EDT (US) 7 / 9

Edited the title a little so it's more obvious at a glance as to what the thread is about

Archieike seems to think us with Special Forces already gets the extra 3 units for free... not that it matters too much to me anyway, I am using a mod which uses the Hussar Skin, I already have the Constitution thanks to my preorder and the Dahomey Amazons don't look like too much of a loss.

EDIT: Regardless of what I said, Arch is still right;

SEGA has decided to provide all those who own the Special Forces Edition of Empire: Total War with the bonus content, free of charge. Owners of qualifying accounts will automatically receive this content when you log into Steam.

If you'd like to confirm your account has been granted these units, right-click on the game in Steam to view Empire's Properties, then select the DLC tab.

Those who've purchased Empire: Total War - Special Forces Units & Bonus Content DLC and previously owned the Special Forces Edition of the game will be refunded accordingly. Our apologies for any confusion, and our thanks to SEGA for delivering their bonus content to Empire's most loyal fans.

Good news then.

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rob_redcoat
Mariner

posted 10-07-09 05:44 PM EDT (US) 8 / 9

You're right, they have been added. I don't when though, as I checked that after the update and they weren't there at that stage. Good news though.

Gaius Colinius
Seraph Emeritus

posted 10-08-09 03:44 PM EDT (US) 9 / 9

�1.99! I'm getting it!

SEGA has decided to provide all those who own the Special Forces Edition of Empire: Total War with the bonus content, free of charge. Owners of qualifying accounts will automatically receive this content when you log into Steam.

That is good news. It would be unfair if the situation rob_redcoat mentioned was to happen.
Sure, we are getting the units cheaper but game costs always decrease over time.

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