How to Purchase Downloadable PC Games
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Jade Empire: Special Edition Download and Installation Guide
Making a purchase of any of the Downloadable PC Games available from the BioWare Online Store is safe, secure, and easy. Just follow these steps:
- To view available Downloadable PC Games, click on the PC Games button located at the top left of the screen.

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- You will be taken to the Product Listing page, which will display all available Downloadable Games and product bundles.

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- For more information on a specific Downloadable Game, click on its name.
- Once you have chosen a Downloadable Game to purchase click Add to Cart or Buy as gift. (Please note that some product bundles are not available to buy as a gift.)
- A small window named Shopping Cart will popup informing you that the module or Gift Code has been added to your cart.
- When you purchase a Downloadable Game it is important to ensure that you meet the requirements. If you are unsure of what the requirements are for a Downloadable Game please check them by clicking the meet the requirements link in the shopping cart window.
- If you wish to make additional purchases, click the Continue Shopping link and repeat the purchase process for either an additional BioWare Premium Module or Gift Code.
- If you want to conclude your shopping trip, click the Proceed to Secure Checkout button.

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- After pressing Proceed to Secure Checkout, you will then be taken to the Shopping Cart page where you will be able to review the details of your purchase.
- When satisfied with your cart contents click Proceed to Secure Checkout.

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- You will then be taken to the Login page.
- The BioWare Community Name you're currently logged in with will be displayed as well as the e-mail address associated with the account. Please ensure that your e-mail address is current as this is where you will receive your receipt.
- If you need to make changes to the information registered under your community click the Edit Account link and you will be taken to the Edit Account Details page.
- Once you are satisfied that all account information is current and correct click the Continue button.

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- Take note of the Requirements to Play at the bottom of this page. Many Downloadable PC Games require an active Internet connection during a portion of the install process to facilitate registration and activation.
- When you have finished registering reviewing the requirements to play click the Continue to Address link in the lower right-hand corner of the page to continue the checkout process.

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- On the Address page you will need to enter any required billing information from your credit card.
- If you would like the BioWare store to remember your address, ensure that you check the proper radio button at the bottom of the page.
- Once you are satisfied with the information you have entered click the Continue to Payment button.

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- On the Payment page you will see your Billing Information, shopping cart contents, and any applicable taxes.
- You will have the opportunity to edit the shopping cart contents before final payment processing. You can do this by clicking the Edit shopping cart link.
- If you are satisfied with the cart contents and all information you have entered up to this point, enter your payment details where requested.
- Note that by using the Back button or by clicking on the top navigation bar you can return to a previous screen.
- Once you have entered your payment details click the Complete Purchase button.
- Also note that the IP address of your computer will be recorded with this transaction for fraud prevention and security purposes.

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- The Receipt page lists your receipt number below the word Receipt, a message stating the purchase has been successfully completed, as well as the e-mail address a copy of your receipt was sent to.
- There are also download and installation instructions available that contain detailed instructions on how to get your new Downloadable PC Game downloaded and installed.
- It is important to note that if your purchased PC Game uses a Registration Code that it will be listed on your online store receipt (not on the one sent via e-mail). If you ever need to retrieve your Registration Code you can view your receipts using the instructions in the Store help section.
- Notice there is also a Download Now button below the Game and Registration Code information. Clicking this button will take you to the download page for it corresponding game.

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- From this page simply click the link to begin the download process.
- Once the installer Setup file has been successfully downloaded simply run it to begin the installation process for your purchased game your purchased game.
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