Originally, BioWare's Mass Effect for the PC was set to have a recurring online authentication every ten days. Under this method, should the game be unable to communicate with the SecuROM servers, the game would be disabled and you would be locked out from playing it after those ten days until a connection was established.

Feeling the fire from a lot of potential customers, BioWare has announced to Kotaku that the authentication methods will be toned down considerably. A one time only activation is required and re-authentications will only come if new game content is downloaded and installed. However, you can only install Mass Effect on just three computers before further authorizations are required.

Q: Did BioWare and EA change their mind on requiring that the game be re-authorized every 10 days?

A: BioWare has always listened very closely to its fans and we made this decision to ensure we are delivering the best possible experience to them. To all the fans including our many friends in the armed services and internationally who expressed concerns that they would not be able re-authenticate as often as required, EA and BioWare want you to know that your feedback is important to us.

Mass Effect is already out on the Xbox 360, and is coming later this month for PC owners.