I really dont care so much if it has online activation but one thing i do care about is install limits. Looking back i must've installed Opflash 10-15 times over the years over the 3 totally different pc's that I owned and played it on. Games like Spore only have a limit of 3 installs!!! Instant use-by date.
On a different note, i'd love to get a refund for Empire Total War, I've had it for 2months and played it about 10hrs all up, continuous CTD really pissed me off. Its absolute garbage the way they released such untested game, but i cant because the key is linked to my steam accnt...