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Alright this made my jaw drop... ([EDIT]Read my cautions below though!)
If you can conceive any two downloadable EA PC games you might want, prepare to be amazed :
1. go here: http://eastore.ea.com/holiday
2. Add (2) PC DOWNLOADABLE titles and get 40% off automatically.
3. Then, the following code takes an additional 30% off. EAPARTNERS2009
One can get Mass Effect plus Dragon Age for $26.95!!!
[EDIT]: Some potential sour-points - read carefully!
In conclusion, proceed with caution! These are very nice prices, but it is a personal call as to whether you're comfy with the way EAstore purchased games are handled. I personally plan to get Steam versions next time a good sale rolls around, as I am too uncomfortable with the timed ownership issue and the fact that I can't freely install/update without restrictions via Steam.
Example in following image:
If you can conceive any two downloadable EA PC games you might want, prepare to be amazed :
1. go here: http://eastore.ea.com/holiday
2. Add (2) PC DOWNLOADABLE titles and get 40% off automatically.
3. Then, the following code takes an additional 30% off. EAPARTNERS2009
One can get Mass Effect plus Dragon Age for $26.95!!!
[EDIT]: Some potential sour-points - read carefully!
- One cannot register either of these eastore-bought games on Steam for future re-installation / easy updates. (Source)
- You really are only "renting" the game for (1) year, not gaining ownership of the software! From EA's Technical Support: (Per Aynjell's Link below)
QUESTION
What is Extended Download Service?
ANSWER
The Extended Download Service (EDS) was a service available for digital game downloads. This service would entitle users with an extended download period to re-download their purchased game.
This service is no longer available at the EA Store for any purchases moving forward. Customers who purchased EDS previously will still have access to the full EDS period they purchased with their game.
Instead of offering EDS as an additional option, all digital game purchases will now come with one year of download rights. - Evidently, EAstore has a reputation for playing some mean games with regard to regional pricing: (Source)
In conclusion, proceed with caution! These are very nice prices, but it is a personal call as to whether you're comfy with the way EAstore purchased games are handled. I personally plan to get Steam versions next time a good sale rolls around, as I am too uncomfortable with the timed ownership issue and the fact that I can't freely install/update without restrictions via Steam.
Example in following image:
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