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This new version is causing controversy due to an online verification system connected to its CD key. The system requires a connection to the internet during installation? After this the game will try to re-check the CD key every 5-10 days? If the game can?t verify the key? it will continue to try for a further 10 days, after which it will stop working? The protection will also only allow the game to be installed three times.

We wanted to let you know that we've been hearing your concerns about the online authentication mentioned earlier this week. I didn't want to head into the weekend without getting back to you with some information about how Spore is planning on using this new system.

A few things we wanted you to know:

? We authenticate your game online when you install and launch it the first time.
? We'll re-authenticate when a player uses online features, downloads new content or a patch for their game.
? The new system means you don't have to play with the disc in your computer. And if you are like me, always losing discs, this will be a huge benefit.
? You'll still be able to install and play on multiple computers.
? You can play offline.

We do hope that players will play online - sharing creatures, buildings and vehicles with other players is something that is unique to Spore and one of the coolest features of the game. Every day, when I play the Creature Stage, I get to see wacky and awesome new creatures from my Buddies on the team coming over the hill at me and I can't wait to see what happens when our creative, passionate community starts sharing their creations.