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Limited Run Games, a company known for its collector editions of games, is currently facing backlash for its decision to use low-quality CD-R disks for its releases on the 3DO console, rather than the standard high-quality pressed disks.
Pressed disks, which are produced from a glass master copy, are typically employed in software distribution because of their durability and reliability. However, critics have pointed out that the CD-R disks used by Limited Run Games are akin to those available in bulk at retailers like Office Depot.
The controversy intensified when @Voultar tweeted on May 1, 2024, expressing frustration over the quality of Limited Run Games’ products, stating: “I know I talk about a lot of things on here and people might consider this ‘drama’, but please just hear me out and read until the end. This company is problematic in more ways than one and it’s becoming exhausting. @LimitedRunGames charges an absolute premium for their…” accompanied by a link to a more detailed complaint.
I know I talk about a lot of things on here and people might consider this "drama", but please just hear me out and read until the end. This company is problematic in more ways than one and it's becoming exhausting. @LimitedRunGames charges an absolute premium for their… https://t.co/7pl3XLjD9A pic.twitter.com/klKXpbR5sc
— Voultar (@Voultar) May 1, 2024
Further complaints have emerged regarding other platforms, including the PC. One notable instance involves the PC edition of Plumbers Don’t Wear Ties, which was shipped on a DVD-R, and the replacement disc for the Monkey Island Anthology, a $200 set that reportedly had installation issues from the discs.
These anecdotal evidence highlights that burned CD-Rs may not only have a shorter lifespan but also pose a risk of damaging the hardware they are used with. This has led to a significant uproar among fans, especially since these quality issues were not disclosed on the Limited Run Games website.
Limited Run Games has not yet responded to the growing concerns among its customer base.
