*NO SPOILERS*
All we're going to say is that this game is just fantastic, and this is the version to have. This version of Quantum Break being the "Timeless Collector's Edition" is different from purchasing the version originally offered through the Microsoft Windows Store. It's validated through a Steam Account; however it "might" be able to be installed completely standalone (we haven't tried a 100% standalone install, and were happy to have it in our Steam Library). Here are the differences:
Windows 8/8.1 & 10 Version via the Microsoft Store;
1 - Does support DirectX 12; however bear in mind DirectX 12 still doesn't work well because of its Visual C based programming backend, and still has extremely serious bugs if running nVidia SLI or AMD Crossfire configurations.
2 - Cannot be run by an executable file ( file with a name ending in " .exe " that is used to start most programs on PC with exception to the barely functional Visual C based AppX / UWC Application platform that requires access to the Microsoft Windows Store.
3 - The Microsoft Windows Store is terribly unreliable because with each Windows Update that include the major updates provided every 6 months by Microsoft ( i.e. "Spring Creators' Update" , "Fall Creators' Update" , 1511, 1607, 1703, 1709, 1803, etc. ) will often corrupt most of the dependencies of the AppX / UWC applications to the point of making the Microsoft Windows Store completely inaccessible. In short; the preceding issues CAN keep the game from running at all; thus stalling the Quantum Break experience entirely.
Standalone Install / Steam Version ( a.k.a. "Timeless Edition" );
1 - Is DirectX 11 Compatible by default; however can be made to use DirectX 12 by adding " -dx12 " to either the shortcut's target field with a space between the " ...[INSTALL PATH HERE]\QuantumBreak.exe" " , and the " -dx12 " switch ( i.e. the last sections of the target field in the shortcut would look like " ...[{QUOTE CHARACTER|DRIVE LETTER PROMPT} REST OF INSTALL PATH HERE]\QuantumBreak.exe" -dx12 ".
2 - Does NOT succumb to random inaccessibility due to Microsoft's observably poor management of continued development of their Visual C, AppX / UWC , and other Windows 8/8.1 & Windows 10 AppX / UWC applications such as the Microsoft Windows Store.
3 - Works wonderfully with either nVidia SLI or AMD Crossfire hardware configurations.
The Timeless Edition also offers a number of special features and collector's items that include a Blu-Ray detailing the immense level of story and artistic development that went into the making of Quantum Break, the video segments included. A minor drawback of the included Blu-Ray is that it does NOT function very well when navigating the menus using a PC Blu-Ray player program such as Corel's WinDVD or the popular PowerDVD Player by Cyberlink, so it will be best to play it in a traditional Blu-Ray player instead (physical non-computer hardware Blu-Ray player connected to the Home Theater or TV).
Every single collectible offered in the Timeless Edition is well worth a read, and/or a view depending on which of them you're into.
Additionally, while Quantum Break may not be returning for a much needed continuation of its story in the near future; it is however unlikely that this won't happen at all because despite the popularly believed rumor that Remedy gave up its rights to Quantum Break and its content, the truth is that Remedy does still have the rights to Quantum Break's story, and ALL of its content.
With the above being said, Quantum Break offers what is possibly THE MOST UNIQUE story line of any game produced in the past 30 years. If you've been gaming since at least the early 1980's, you know what I'm talking about, and younger players (teenagers at a minimum because this game is rated "Mature" , and parents are encouraged to deal with their children as individuals with the discretion that is right for their child regarding "M" rated games) will also agree on precisely how unique Quantum Break's story is. If story's not your thing, well, it's still one of the best action games ever made too.
If you've considered getting Quantum Break, the Timeless Edition is the version to get.
Take a break from save the princess, blow up the evil aliens, take a "Quantum Break" ! :D
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The most unique game of at least the past 3 decades, and undoubtedly a top tenner for all "time". ;)
Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2018Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2016
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Daniel
Excelente edición a buen precio, pero con problemas en la caja de discos.
Reviewed in Mexico on January 7, 2020
Jorge Lopez Acosta
Excelente Juego pero pesimo empaque
Reviewed in Mexico on April 28, 2021
