Games For Windows Live

Games For Windows Live is a full-fledged PC gaming platform that was created by Microsoft specifically for its operating systems. The main idea was to provide an opportunity to make purchases of video games, as well as multiplayer on personal computers in projects that involve such an opportunity. Also in Games For Windows Live there were trophies to be knocked out directly in the games.

Store

The main task of the application was to sell licensed copies of video games, protecting developers from piracy. Video games of those years could not be launched on PCs without Games For Windows Live on the computer, as well as user identification. The additional features of the service are just a way to make the user experience a little more enjoyable. At the moment, Games For Windows Live offers games such as Gears of War, Mortal Kombat, Age of Empires, and so on. There are no new projects on the platform.

Achievements and communication

The platform is supposed to have a built-in messenger for users to communicate with each other. There is also an opportunity to earn and store trophies of varying value. Each game offered its own challenges, for which the user received unique rewards. Communication in chat is possible not only in text, but also in audio format.

Problems

Despite Microsoft's efforts, Games For Windows Live did not live up to expectations and did not begin to enjoy great popularity among players. This is due to the inconvenient service, as well as some technical problems that made players reluctant to connect with the platform. At the moment, it is only possible to use the platform to launch previously purchased video games.

Key Features

• The official gaming platform from Microsoft;
• It is possible to run licensed video games;
• Embedded voice and sound chat function;
• Unique trophies can be won in each game.