http://www.wolfire.com/humble
I'm almost tempted to drop money on it just because it is THAT awesome, what they are doing. I don't even know if I'd play the games, but I definitely would like to encourage this kind of marketing scheme.
Not sure if I'm understanding this correctly. So, for donating any sum of money, you can get those five games for the amount you donated?
Ya got it! You name the price, and it goes to charity.
Oh, that's great. I love the concept.
EDIT: I actually think the Lugaru game is pretty interesting. Though I'm having trouble getting past the sentinel level. :D
I think i might want to pay for the song alone. XD
I predict this idea failing. This game package is definitely not worth $80 and I don't see too many people paying more than $5 for it.
that's why they ask you to pay what ever you want.
world of goo is the only thing worth buying in that package. Hopefully they raise money with this though.
I read about this when it was first presented to the public. Great idea!
Quote from: Torch on May 05, 2010, 08:23:21 PM
I predict this idea failing. This game package is definitely not worth $80 and I don't see too many people paying more than $5 for it.
Well, World Of Goo had already done this before and raised a ton of money. Some pay well over the original amount, and especially since it is for a great cause. These are some of the best independent games, I would think that the package would cost a ton more than $80, actually.
Quote from: Torch on May 05, 2010, 08:23:21 PM
This game package is definitely not worth $80
Aquaria 20
World of Goo 20
Gish 8 (currently on sale)
Lugaru 20
Penumbra 10
Total 78
So... yes, it is.
I saw this marketing scheme a long time ago when the maker of World of Goo did this on his website. I personally think it's a genius idea.
And bullshit on it not working. They have as of current already made $404,844 between 51107 donors. I bought it for $25.
Quote from: Mr Pwnage on May 06, 2010, 06:08:10 PM
And bullshit on it not working. They have as of current already made $404,844 between 51107 donors. I bought it for $25.
We don't take kindly to rich folk 'round here.
Quote from: Jake on May 06, 2010, 04:03:38 PM
I saw this marketing scheme a long time ago when the maker of World of Goo did this on his website. I personally think it's a genius idea.
Marketing scheme? They're trying to raise money for charity...
Quote from: Lingus on May 06, 2010, 08:21:00 PM
Quote from: Jake on May 06, 2010, 04:03:38 PM
I saw this marketing scheme a long time ago when the maker of World of Goo did this on his website. I personally think it's a genius idea.
Marketing scheme? They're trying to raise money for charity...
Oops. I was kindof thinking back to when they did the same thing except it wasn't for charity. Either way, it's still a good strategy to earn money, whether it be for profit, or charity.
That's the thing, I would call it marketing scheme.
Why? The developers are still getting a cut on the money. A majority is in fact going to charity, but there's no middle man in-between to filter through the cash and horde it for himself. Even better though, is that I consider it marketing because they are trying to sell their products. Albeit it's for a slightly different cause, but none the less, they are trying.
Quote from: Mr Pwnage on May 06, 2010, 06:08:10 PM
And bullshit on it not working. They have as of current already made $404,844 between 51107 donors. I bought it for $25.
My question to you is why pay $25 to buy these games when you could just as easily pay a cent for them and give $24.99 to a better, non-profit charity?
Quote from: Torch on May 06, 2010, 11:12:44 PM
Quote from: Mr Pwnage on May 06, 2010, 06:08:10 PM
And bullshit on it not working. They have as of current already made $404,844 between 51107 donors. I bought it for $25.
My question to you is why pay $25 to buy these games when you could just as easily pay a cent for them and give $24.99 to a better, non-profit charity?
Because we all know that you WONT give $25 to another charity. Also, some appreciate that they are even doing this, and are aware that these games are still worth good money lol.
I went ahead and did it. Havn't played them all yet, but so far they have some fairly good stuff, especially considering the potential deal.
Quote from: Torch on May 06, 2010, 11:12:44 PM
Quote from: Mr Pwnage on May 06, 2010, 06:08:10 PM
And bullshit on it not working. They have as of current already made $404,844 between 51107 donors. I bought it for $25.
My question to you is why pay $25 to buy these games when you could just as easily pay a cent for them and give $24.99 to a better, non-profit charity?
First off I'm pretty sure the minimum is a dollar. And second, I payed $25 because I really support this method of marketing they are doing, and having played world of goo for Wii, and the first Penumbra and loving them, I figure I won't be a cheap ass and show some appreciation for what they are doing. So $25 it is.
Quote from: Torch on May 06, 2010, 11:12:44 PM
Quote from: Mr Pwnage on May 06, 2010, 06:08:10 PM
And bullshit on it not working. They have as of current already made $404,844 between 51107 donors. I bought it for $25.
My question to you is why pay $25 to buy these games when you could just as easily pay a cent for them and give $24.99 to a better, non-profit charity?
Rah rah, I can challenge the system too, it makes me look badass!
Quote from: Scotty on May 06, 2010, 11:02:38 PM
That's the thing, I would call it marketing scheme.
Why? The developers are still getting a cut on the money. A majority is in fact going to charity, but there's no middle man in-between to filter through the cash and horde it for himself. Even better though, is that I consider it marketing because they are trying to sell their products. Albeit it's for a slightly different cause, but none the less, they are trying.
Actually, I think you determine where the money goes to. That's the way I read it. You decide whether you want your donation to go to charity, or to the developer, or a combination thereof.
But actually, it's probably still considered a marketing scheme... it's really just symatics. It's just not a "shady" marketing scheme. It's a good natured one.
Quote from: WikipediaMarketing is the process by which companies determine what products or services may be of interest to customers, and the strategy to use in sales, communications and business development. It is an integrated process through which companies create value for customers and build strong customer relationships in order to capture value from customers in return.
A very skewed interpretation of marketing, but marketing none the less.