About Digital Downloads
We offer a huge selection of games available for download directly to your PC. Simply select the downloadable games you wish to purchase and use our secure digital download checkout. You will be prompted to download and install these games directly to your PC using our robust download managing software, Impulse. No rentals, no subscriptions – you own the game! In some cases, trial versions are also available, so you can even review the game before making a purchase.
Can I use GameStop Gift Cards or Trade Credit to pay for downloads?
Yes, Physical and Digital Gift Certificates, as well as Trade Credit stored on a PowerUp Rewards card may be used to purchase PC Downloads.
How long will it take to download a game?
This depends on the file size of the game and the speed of your Internet connection.
Estimated Download Times:
| |
|
4 Mbps |
1.5 Mbps |
768 Kbps |
56 Kpbs |
| 10 MB |
|
.4 minutes |
.9 minutes |
1.8 minutes |
25 minutes |
| 100 MB |
|
3.5 mintues |
9 minutes |
18 minutes |
4 hours |
| 500 MB |
|
17 minutes |
45 minutes |
1.5 hours |
21 hours |
| 1 GB |
|
36 minutes |
1.5 hours |
3 hours |
43 hours |
| 5 GB |
|
3 hours |
7.8 hours |
15.5 hours |
213 hours |
What happens if the transmission is interrupted?
The Impulse Client is designed to compensate for connection disruptions and will automatically resume your download where it left off when your connection is restored. Additionally, if you are having connection problems or a slow download due to network traffic, you can manually pause a download and resume it at a later time.
Can I install the product on more than one PC?
This varies by publisher and product. Some products can be installed on only one PC while others can be installed on an unlimited number of PCs. See specific product pages for installation/activation limits.
If my PC fails, can I recover my product?
Yes! Games purchased through Impulse are tied to your Impulse account and can be re-downloaded at any time*.
To recover your game:
- Download & Install Impulse
- Login using your Impulse account
- Go to the My Games tab
- Select your desired game and click "Install"
How do I download a free trial?
Click on the "Get Trial" button on the product page of the game.
- When asked, supply the email address associated with your Impulse account
- Download & install the Impulse Client (if not already installed)
- Run the Impulse Client and click on the "My Games" tab.
- Install & run the free trial from the Impulse client.
- Play the game for the duration of the trial to see if you enjoy the game
- You will have the option to purchase the game after the trial period expires.
How long is the free trial?
Trial periods vary by publisher. Most trial periods last for 60 minutes of game play. Trial periods cannot be extended, but you will have the option to purchase the full product after the trial period ends
I would like to send a downloadable game as a gift. How can I do that?
Proceed to the digital download checkout as usual. When viewing the "My Cart" page, click on the "Purchase as Gift" button to the left of the Checkout button. Login using your Impulse account, then fill out the Recipient Information form. If you know it, enter their Impulse nickname or email address to add it directly to their account. Complete your purchase as normal from that point on. The recipient will be sent an email explaining how to download and install their gift.