TOR Digital Download - exclusive to Origin

[Thamightyboro]

Well in a move that sucks the big one for those who like Steam it seems EA are heading the same way as Steam with a content delivery system named Origin.

Unfortunately TOR is going to be exclusive to Origin meaning we cant get via any other digital means


"Electronic Arts is to relaunch its EA Store download service as Origin, offering direct to consumer titles including forthcoming MMO Star Wars: The Old Republic as a digital exclusive."

"As well as selling all key franchises such as Need for Speed and Battlefield, BioWare's next Star Wars game is likely to be the biggest draw to the service as EA snubs other forms of download such as Direct2Drive and market-leader Steam.

Users can sign up for the Origin beta, a desktop app that allows communication with friends and to digitally download and play PC games, and access to exclusive trailers and game content.

"This is our first step in the evolution of Origin, and in the weeks and months ahead we will look to enhance the features and services as well as an expanded range of content," said DeMartini. "From exclusive demos to full-game downloads, Origin is the place consumers will go for the best game experiences." "

[[SFR]WataGwaN]

rats ... if trend continues ill be having 5 programs up all the time just to play my games and chat with my friends. Already running steam and xfire 24/7 now comes another ah well.. hope all 3 can co exist without any bastard problems

[[SFR]Tephros]

sounds kewl

[Dex]

Origin seems to work fine for me, had real issues with Steam before on windows 7, flakiest piece of crap that ever got installed.
I just have a nagging worry we may see micro transactions a la Sims 3 rather than week/monthly fees, that would be a disincentive. I just wanna buy six months and play.

[Thamightyboro]

rumour has some juicy info is coming exclusive to origin in the next 24 hrs.