Microsoft Opens Computer Games Shop Online On November 15 !!!

October 23, 2010 by Nataly in Technology

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Microsoft announced it plans to open an online games shop with digital copies of games for play on personal computers. The company also announced that games for Windows Marketplace will launch with 100 titles on November 15.

“We set out to create a digital store built for gamers end-to-end. 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,” said Microsoft PC and gaming senior global director Kevin Unangst.

Players will be able to click through the Games for Windows website from any computer and simply download games directly. Download speed is much faster. Users can also search games and visit pages of different publishers. Users with a Windows Live ID can purchase games using a credit card or Microsoft Points.

“We plan to deliver some of our biggest and best personal computer franchises on Games for Windows Marketplace from day one. Digital distribution continues to drive growth in PC gaming, and we’re excited to partner with Microsoft and bring amazing games to this growing marketplace,” Chistian Svensson, corporate officer of Capcom and vice president of strategic planning and business development, said.