For PC gamers, the most popular way to buy games digitally is through Steam. And where there's action, Microsoft wants to be there.
Microsoft today announced the overhaul of Games for Windows Marketplace, which will have Games on Demand online distribution. Launching Nov. 15, the Games for Windows Marketplace will sell PC games,and like the Xbox Live Marketplace, will have recurring specials such as Deal of the Week.
"With Games for Windows Marketplace, we set out to create a digital store built for PC gamers end-to-end," said Kevin Unangst, senior global director, PC and Mobile Gaming, at Microsoft. "And by integrating with our existing Xbox Live and Windows Live services, we've made it easier than ever for millions of gamers to see for themselves how easy buying PC games can be."
Logging into Games for Windows Marketplace requires any form of Windows Live ID, such as Windows Live, Xbox Live, Games for Windows – LIVE or Zune account. The new store also supports Microsoft Points, as well as credit card purchasing.
thats actually an interesting thought you got there, thanks for the info gonna look into it
RispondiEliminaI only like my games in a box.
RispondiEliminaI prefer buying a physical disc so i don't get screwed over by DRM.
RispondiEliminaI prefer actually having the game, in my comp crashes or something else happens. I might use this for cheap games. Like if they have something up there for $5 or something.
RispondiEliminaI'd rather have to game as well.
RispondiEliminasteam is awesome and i dont like microsoft much
RispondiEliminaso il stick with steam
I prefer to buy the complete game, box and all the stuff.
RispondiEliminaps.- Good blog!
As the rest of the people, I'd pay for a physical game.
RispondiEliminaOf course micro$oft want to be there
RispondiEliminaNot cool, I've seen some of the Microsoft Live and it's very annoying unlike the valve marketing design.
RispondiEliminaSteam is where it's at. Try CS 1.6 for a classic choice
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