I have managed to install VTMB under steam on Vista (home edition). I am now trying to install the official patch but am having problems.
I have tried to locate the patch in the various locations under the "Steamapps" folder (where the rest of the application files).
When I run the patch I get the following message:
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Vampire - The Masquerade Bloodlines - InstallShield Wizard
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Setup could not determine the current version of your VTM: Bloodlines installation. Please verify that the game has been properly installed.
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If anyone can provide any information it will be most gratefully received.
I don't like Steam too, as it is a terrible DRM and patching system for anyone not on broadband, but in case of Bloodlines the Steam version is already patched to the official 1.2 version.