The following platforms provide versions of the game that do not require you to manually enter a 20-digit key to install or play:
: This is the most common way to play. When you buy SPORE on Steam , the game is tied to your library, and the "key" is handled automatically in the background. Note that if you want to access online features (like the Sporepedia), you may still need to register an EA account using the "CD Key" found in your Steam library settings.
: The GOG version of Spore is completely DRM-free . It does not require a key, an internet connection to play, or any secondary launchers. It is often cited by the community as the "cleanest" version for modern PCs.