Used Games For Windows Live for Windows?
Editors’ Review
Download.com staff
Pros
- Games for Windows Live (GFWL) allows continued access to some exclusive titles, helping keep them playable on PC.
- The platform incorporates Xbox Live features, offering a mini social network for players to connect and interact.
- In supported multiplayer games, GFWL enhances the experience with robust matchmaking and game balance tools.
- It features the TrueSkill rating system, which matches you with players of similar skill level for more competitive gameplay.
- GFWL also offers achievements and GamerScore tracking, providing a running total of your earned accomplishments across supported games.
Cons
- Some games, like Dark Souls, have already moved away from the GFWL framework, reflecting its declining relevance over time.
- Social networking features are increasingly difficult to use, except in games that still actively support the platform.
- Differences in TrueSkill ratings among friends can hinder your ability to connect and play together smoothly.
- Voice and text chat functionality on the platform has become more difficult to use as support diminishes.
- Overall, GFWL’s usefulness in fostering social interaction within gaming communities has steadily declined.
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