Starcraft 2 Digital Download available, activation available on the 27th

Updated on the 15th of July, 2010 by Buckwald

Blizzard has made the Starcraft 2 retail client available for download, and can then be installed and activated on the 27th, but not until 10:00 AM PDT. This is an excellent opportunity for those that don't want to, or cant attend a midnight release event. As well as an opportunity to pick up the game if your local store is sold out. See the info below.

Battle.net

1. Download

Download the full StarCraft II client today and pay later!

2. Install

On 07/27/2010 10:00 AM PDT, when sales of digital copies begin in North America and Latin America, start the installer program.

3. Purchase

Choose Activate**, and follow the options to log in to Battle.net Account Management and purchase StarCraft II.

4. Play!

Wait for the installer to complete then log in using your Battle.net account to play.

The FAQ provides a little clarification for the process.

Starcraft 2 Digital Download FAQ

FAQ

* Who should download StarCraft II in advance? If you intend to purchase StarCraft II digitally, downloading the client now will allow you to simply pay and play when digital copies of StarCraft II go on sale.

* Will digital copies of StarCraft II be available as soon as the game is released in stores? No. They’ll go on sale slightly later, on 07/27/2010 10:00 AM PDT in North America and Latin America.

you can go here to download the client.