I'm a nubby with steam, and I have some questions that I'm having trouble getting answered.
The last time I used steam (which is many years ago), it was buggy and took up a lot of my computer resources. It consistently put up pop-ups for ads and updates when I booted up my computer, which annoyed the hell out of me. I've heard this has changed in the last few years, and even if it hasn't, I'm willing to put up with this for the sake of Civ 5.
But what I am concerned with is the effects Steam may have on modding. I would like those of you familiar with Steam (regular users of steam) to clarify on the following:
1. Will I still be able to tweak .xml, .dat files and the likes of the game to my own liking?
2. Will Steam affect modding? To what extent? Will the effects be negative?
3. With regards to customizing my game (editing files, choosing to play without certain updates, etc.), how much will Steam limit my freedom?
The last time I used steam (which is many years ago), it was buggy and took up a lot of my computer resources. It consistently put up pop-ups for ads and updates when I booted up my computer, which annoyed the hell out of me. I've heard this has changed in the last few years, and even if it hasn't, I'm willing to put up with this for the sake of Civ 5.
But what I am concerned with is the effects Steam may have on modding. I would like those of you familiar with Steam (regular users of steam) to clarify on the following:
1. Will I still be able to tweak .xml, .dat files and the likes of the game to my own liking?
2. Will Steam affect modding? To what extent? Will the effects be negative?
3. With regards to customizing my game (editing files, choosing to play without certain updates, etc.), how much will Steam limit my freedom?