I want to buy this for my 14 year old son for Christmas. However, I'm confused by the PC download vs. the PC version. Which is the way to go?
319687
The PC version still requires you to go through Steam to play the game. The disc actually just saves you a little time in the download process.
319688
You can't go wrong either way. However, the PC download is more convenient because he can always download again it to his PC in case it gets erased. The PC version is good if he likes collecting physical game disks. But if you are to buy the PC version you have to make sure his PC has an optical disk drive.
319689
PC - Download, its a digital code that you redeem on steam, you will have to then download the whole game. PC - Version it the game itself on DVD.
319690
No real difference...PC Version (Hardcopy) will send a physical box to your house. 1-14 Days Shipping depending on choice.PC Download (Digital) will send you a code to redeem on Steam (http://store.steampowered.com/) 24 hours shipping (Time for system to send you code) at most.There's no difference as far as the game content goes...It's none of my business, but this game is very inappropriate for a 14 year old...
319691
PC - Download, its a digital code that you redeem on steam, you will have to then download the whole game.PC - Version it the game itself on DVD.
1719076
I ordered this, having the same problem. I ordered the physical copy, planning on copying the files onto an external hard drive then moving it to my laptop, but I tried redeeming it on steam just for kicks. It works! The physical copy comes with the activation code, which you are meant to put into the game during setup, but you can put it into steam and download it through steam. Pretty awesome!
1302298
You should only install on one PC if I remember correct. But I think you mean how many times can you download in case you need to get it again. If I remember correct there was a number of times. But when you download the file you will have the file. So burn to a DVD or put on a USB external drive or something so you will have a hard copy of it. What I also did was upgrade to the new version X7. When I upgraded one of the things they offer for a small fee is to mail you a DVD with the program. I paid for it. I feel much better having it here on a DVD. Hope the answer helps.
530477
If you selected the "PC" box and not the "PC Download" box underneath the "Platform" options on the page, then yes it will receive a physical copy of the game. You will need the code that comes in the box before you can play the game. You could always try the "PC Download" option if you didn't want to wait for shipping. Please note that if you select "PC Download" you will not be getting a physical copy.
1870390
I have 2 PCs as well, and usually use it on 1. But I did try to install the CD version on both once before I started buying the downloadable version. Plus the downloadable version, does allow reinstalls, so I would say yes.
382245
The downloaded version didn't work for me either. I copied the game key from amazon into steam and I downloaded it that way.You can download steam here: http://store.steampowered.com/
2114339
Its a steam code. Which requires steam (http://store.steampowered.com) to activate, download and play the game. Yes you can I have played it on my win 7 x64 pc.
1548420
If it just said "PC" it will send you a physical copy of the game... If it said "PC Download" then you would be able to get it trough download...
335342
It had to be downloaded to whatever pc you are using. You can buy it now then access the person's computer and download from Amazon from there. I have downloaded it to 2 different pc's no problem.
1040054
I would say you probably need the pc download. It's because you have an HP and not a "Mac" or "i" computer. Those are Mac downloads.
1707314
you can download directly from the ps3 but takes a looooooooot of time (depends on your internet conection). came with 30 days of free suscribe. when time runs out you have to buy and suscribe, just like all MOORPGs in the net. I strongly recomend the PC version, cause you will encounter to much limitations to get rid of all the beneficts of the game. you can buy a keyboard compatible with ps3
891792
I personally got the card and th code but have no idea how to use it, it's not a steam code. i don't need actuall material cd. what do i do?
290547
Considering Amazon keeps your game codes attached to your account, I don't see why you would not be able to download at a later date. I bought the digital version of FF14 from Amazon and was able to download it to my new PC about 6 months later. Also, did you mean 2014?
1539036
Not sure about the price difference, I myself was confused. However, I bought the PC version and waited a few days for it to ship to me. The CD key from the physical PC version will unlock the game on Steam for digital download. You should then have permanent access to it on Steam forever. Basically, if you can wait a few days definitely order the PC version and save some bones.
28634
You can redeem it on steam. If it takes 14hrs to download, then your internet is way too slow.
1027209
if you bought the download copy you don't have to buy two copies at least I don't think you do. What I recommend you doing is put it on either rone first say pc get it going then on your laptop download amazon games and it will be on there and install with the same key like you did the first time.
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After you install and register it will download update/upgrade to 2014. It is good for only 1 year and up to 10 pcs if you get the " unlimited" license option. I am having problems removing it from old pcs to put on new ones. Already hit 10 and had it on old pcs that are now gone.