They could, I suppose, look at your account, and automate the process based on what you own, but, even then, you have to wonder what state the content will be delivered in, is it just loose files, will they automate the process of creating an easy to use installer, etc. There isn't a "one size fits all" solution either, some games have multiple DLC's, and some ppl only payed for "X" DLC content, so, what, catch them at the right time and get all the DLC free? Custom installers created for every case scenario, for every single game? (It would have to be something downloadable, how else would you store it for future use?) Many games are incomplete without connecting and downloading removed bits of content, and code, so, let's say that they do have a backup plan, fine, but, what happens after you uninstall the game, then decide to install again 2 years later? Best case scenario, every company involved host their own DLC data\etc, but, many gaming companies have went bankrupt, so, who gets to host their content?) (I also doubt you'll be able to legally host this material on other servers, which means, anyone who was unfortunate enough to have missed that opportunity, will either have to pirate the material they OWN, or, do without. (I highly doubt a bankrupt company is going to run their servers for very long.) (ie, in case they go out of business, or whatever.)įirst of all, you have to download the game\content before it gets shut down, miss that opportunity for whatever reason, and it's gone.
I hate Steam, I simply don't trust my content in their hands, and I'm amazed that ppl actually believe there is a magic off switch.
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