Do I need a permanent internet connection to play or just to register with Steam. I have a mobile internet dongle which charges per gbyte, hence it would not be worth buying. I saw a review that said this was the case. BTW what is DLC?

you only need it to register after that you can be ofline and you can still go on steam


a dlc is downloadable content which adds new stuff to the game and adds (a) new loctation(s)(on fallout 3 and nv its like that dont know about other games)

Thanks friend. What does go on Steam mean then... sorry to be so dumb. Good luck getting in the Enclave.

Steam is the security measure, and the means of developer updates. It authenticates the game as being one you can play. Steam requires an active internet connection to install the game (even if you have the DVD). Steam will allow itself to be set to Offline mode, but it really does not seem to be the intention that you always play that way.

Steam has a lot more features than just serving as a launch platform. You can purchase and download other games through it, get DLC, patches and updates for NV, post on their forums, join groups and chat with other players online, and so forth.