Receive a digital code via email and activate it on a specific launcher (like Steam or Battle.net) to download your content.

On platforms like Steam , Epic Games Store , or PlayStation Store , this phrase refers to the process of adding a title to your library. It often involves: Purchasing or selecting a "free to keep" title. Entering a promotional code.

Register your purchase on the manufacturer's or retailer's official website, often providing proof of purchase like a receipt or serial number.

Tech retailers and hardware manufacturers often run campaigns where customers "receive a game" for free with a qualifying purchase. For example, buying a specific ASUS motherboard or monitor might allow you to claim a free copy of a new title like Resident Evil Requiem .

Confirming the "claim" to bind the software to your account permanently.