In order to play Total War: SHOGUN 2 you will need to authenticate your copy of the game by registering it online with the free STEAM gaming service.
You only need to connect to the internet once to do this and the installer will take you through the process when you put the Total War: SHOGUN 2 disc in your drive.
If you don't already have a free Steam account, you will need to create one, and this will give you access to some features described in the 'But what is Steamworks?' section.
The Total War: SHOGUN 2 game activation is subject to your acceptance of the Steam Subscriber Agreement ("SSA").
Please see http://www.steampowered.com/agreement to view the SSA prior to purchase. If you do not agree with the provisions of the SSA, you should return the game unopened to your retailer in accordance with their return policy.
Steamworks will support both the retail and electronic versions of Total War: SHOGUN 2, giving you fast access to game updates and downloadable content, while also connecting to your existing STEAM friends list and messaging tools.
You can also earn STEAM Achievements in-game, perfect for bragging rights on the rest of your friends list.
Total War: SHOGUN 2 is also available to pre purchase as a digital download from STEAM.
So whether you purchase a boxed copy of Total War: SHOGUN 2 or the buy directly via STEAM as a digital download - you will enjoy all the benefits of Steamworks.
For more information on Steam, visit http://store.steampowered.com/about (available in all languages).
You will be able to activate your boxed or digital copy and play SHOGUN 2 on Tuesday 15th of March from 6AM PST/ 9AM EST.
If you have purchased the Total War: SHOGUN 2 Limited Edition or received an exclusive pre-order code via participating retail outlets, you will need to connect to the internet, redeem your code through Steamworks and easily unlock your units for use in game.
Install SHOGUN 2 and the Steam client as per instructions included with the game.
Launch the Steam client and select "Activate a product on Steam..." under the "Games" menu.
Step through the Steam Product activation wizard, entering the product code as prompted.
The Limited Edition content will then become available in the game as follow:
1. Exclusive ninja clan – available in single and multiplayer games from the clan selection screen.
2. Extra historical scenario – available in single and multiplayer games via the “Historic battles” menu.
3. Special armour for your avatar – it can be accessed from your avatar screen by clicking on the “Customise avatar” icon.
4. Bank account of XP for your avatar - the extra XP will automatically be added to your avatar profile.
You will need to connect to the internet to authenticate Total War: SHOGUN 2 via Steamworks. If you play the game in single player you will not be required to be connected to the internet.
If you wish to download the latest updates, exclusive units or play a multiplayer game of Total War: SHOGUN 2, you will need to be connected to the internet.
Steamworks activates and launches your copy of Total War: SHOGUN 2. If you don't already have Steam installed, everything you need to play will be included on the Total War: SHOGUN 2 disc and will be installed as part of the standard, step-by-step, installation procedure.
Please try the official Steam Support page here: https://support.steampowered.com/
Please try the SEGA support page here: www.sega-europe.com/support or call SEGA Customer Service - 0844 991 9999 (local rate).
