Neilio Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 Hi guys, I installed my copy of FM09 through steam - therefore, I do not need the disc to play the game. My brother doesn't have internet access on his laptop, however, can he use my disc and play the game on his laptop or does he need Steam? The issue I'm concerned about is that it will then be run on two computers, is that allowed? I know it sounds silly, just checking! Also, if he doesn't run the game through Steam, does he just install it as per previous versions of FM? I would try it on his laptop but he doesn't live too close so I was going to send it to him... Thanks for your help! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahmufcwafc Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 You're able to install the game on up to 5 computers. If you don't have internet access, you'll need to activate by phone. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neilio Posted March 26, 2009 Author Share Posted March 26, 2009 You're able to install the game on up to 5 computers. If you don't have internet access, you'll need to activate by phone. Nice one ahmufcwafc - so to clarify, I can give my copy of FM to my bro and he can install it and activate by telephone? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahmufcwafc Posted March 26, 2009 Share Posted March 26, 2009 Nice one ahmufcwafc - so to clarify, I can give my copy of FM to my bro and he can install it and activate by telephone? No problem. You could do that, but I'm not sure if it's legal to share a copy with your brother. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neilio Posted March 26, 2009 Author Share Posted March 26, 2009 No problem. You could do that, but I'm not sure if it's legal to share a copy with your brother. Ahh, thats what I was worried about to be honest! I assumed as it was my copy, I could do what I like, with reason! lol Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neilio Posted March 26, 2009 Author Share Posted March 26, 2009 In addition to all of the above, how come it has to be activated by phone (or Steam)? I much prefer the old school way of buying a game and installing it on your computer! With reference to me not being able to give my copy to my bro, what happens when you sell your copy to second hand computer places (i.e. Gamestation)? I dont do this but alot of friends do....do the same rules apply? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neilio Posted March 27, 2009 Author Share Posted March 27, 2009 Hi guys, Sorry to bring this back to the fore but would anyone be able to have a quick look through the posts and advise me whether my bro can play my copy (without internet access) legally. I dont want to let him do it if its not legal. I'm not too sure how phone activation works to be honest, can anyone explain, how is it 'activated' exactly? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahmufcwafc Posted March 27, 2009 Share Posted March 27, 2009 Just checked a previous thread - it's illegal. If someone buys the game second hand they can just de-activate the other copies using the deactivation URL. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Wakeford Posted March 27, 2009 Share Posted March 27, 2009 This thread deals with activation and issues: http://community.sigames.com/showthread.php?t=60817 I can confirm that your copy is for you and you only. You can install it on up to 5 machines, but only for your usage. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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